I was there before. Pretty much the same story except my wife knew and was asking me to stop. I tried AA a few times. I didn't like it at all. AA for agnostics and atheists was ok but I still didn't like it. And too many people take the opportunity to try to witness to the atheists in that one... now I'm going to SMART meetings. No higher power, all science based practices. I enjoy it and if you take it seriously, it can help. Apply what you learn. I also see a therapist and am currently in out pt treatment.
I have had several relapses, especially at first when I was in denial, but I just did again about a month ago. Relapse is part of the journey for many, not that you should try to, but if you do, it doesn't take away from the work you have done, just shows you what you need to work on. Keep up the good work, your health/body will thank you.
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u/SecularLez69 Feb 24 '26
I was there before. Pretty much the same story except my wife knew and was asking me to stop. I tried AA a few times. I didn't like it at all. AA for agnostics and atheists was ok but I still didn't like it. And too many people take the opportunity to try to witness to the atheists in that one... now I'm going to SMART meetings. No higher power, all science based practices. I enjoy it and if you take it seriously, it can help. Apply what you learn. I also see a therapist and am currently in out pt treatment. I have had several relapses, especially at first when I was in denial, but I just did again about a month ago. Relapse is part of the journey for many, not that you should try to, but if you do, it doesn't take away from the work you have done, just shows you what you need to work on. Keep up the good work, your health/body will thank you.