Recovery Support Experience For this paper I attended two Alcoholics Anonymous meetings both were open discussions at Reno’s Triangle Club off Wells Ave. The first meeting I attended was the Afternoon Delight session, on Monday, October 19; at 3:30 p.m. My second opportunity to observe a meeting was done at the A.L.O.H.A. meeting, Tuesday, October 20; at noon. My third meeting was online. It was through a website called Recovery World, AA-NA meetings, which took place Monday, October 19; at six p.m. My first experience associated with a AA meeting was a little nerve-racking. As I walked into the building and found my seat, I had an unusual amount of anxiety. As I sat, waiting at the meeting to begin, I started to analyze the anxieties and
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The website I used was called Recovery World, AA-NA meetings. I first had to create an account which was free, and had to find a time that worked best with my schedule. I also wanted to put myself in the shoes of an alcoholic and attend a meeting after a stressful day to see if this group could be helpful in easing the urge one might feel to use. As I logged on, there were three people already in the meeting room. A woman named Andrea was our group leader. She welcomed everyone, and started by typing out the 12-steps to recovery. She asked that everyone in the group treat this experience as a face-to-face meeting, keeping sharing time short so others can have a chance to share. Andrea asked that if you want to share, type “I” (this shows that you are raising your hand and are ready to share). Once done type, “Done.” She also asked that there be no cross talk, (Conversational typing in the main screen) while someone else is typing. She then went on to ask if anyone wanted to pick a discussion topic. “Admitting complete defeat,” was picked for our topic. Andrea also added that it’s okay to go off topic and discuss whatever is on your heart. I found this experience to be very interesting. It had many similarities to a face-to-face meeting, but I believe it allows others to speak their mind without feeling judged or embarrassed. It allows convenience to those who work long hours and allows 24 hour support when someone is feeling the urge to drink. I think this is an amazing resource for those wanting to join the AA
The website I used was called Recovery World, AA-NA meetings. I first had to create an account which was free, and had to find a time that worked best with my schedule. I also wanted to put myself in the shoes of an alcoholic and attend a meeting after a stressful day to see if this group could be helpful in easing the urge one might feel to use. As I logged on, there were three people already in the meeting room. A woman named Andrea was our group leader. She welcomed everyone, and started by typing out the 12-steps to recovery. She asked that everyone in the group treat this experience as a face-to-face meeting, keeping sharing time short so others can have a chance to share. Andrea asked that if you want to share, type “I” (this shows that you are raising your hand and are ready to share). Once done type, “Done.” She also asked that there be no cross talk, (Conversational typing in the main screen) while someone else is typing. She then went on to ask if anyone wanted to pick a discussion topic. “Admitting complete defeat,” was picked for our topic. Andrea also added that it’s okay to go off topic and discuss whatever is on your heart. I found this experience to be very interesting. It had many similarities to a face-to-face meeting, but I believe it allows others to speak their mind without feeling judged or embarrassed. It allows convenience to those who work long hours and allows 24 hour support when someone is feeling the urge to drink. I think this is an amazing resource for those wanting to join the AA