Summary: What is "dry drunk"? Can an Al-Anon exhibit similar symptoms?<br> <br> A few weeks ago, Jennifer suggested the topic of “dry drunk.” Then Ruth mentioned how she feels when she misses a few meetings. And then, I heard a talk about “dry drunk” on the Recovery Radio Network podcast.<br> <br> We start with a talk from Dick S titled “Recovery is Forever: Dry Drunk Revisited”.<br> <br> My experience with "dry Al-Anon":<br> <br> My realization from the Step 3 reading in “Paths to Recovery”.<br> “As we grow in the program, we find ourselves returning again and again to these basic principles when faced with new challenges.”<br> The moment of truth: A co-worker's talk with me on Friday about my behavior earlier in the week.<br> Looking back:<br> Feeling complacent.<br> Missing meetings.<br> “White knuckle”<br> My solution?<br> Re-establish routine of prayer and meditation.<br> Recognize the importance of meetings<br> Say “yes” to the program!<br>
