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In October 1980, after four years with AA, Jim was interviewed by three college students about the process of recovering from alcoholism. Listen to the interviews in RealAudio format.
Interview 1 (9:46)
Interview 2 (11:56)
Interview 3 (3:53)
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There is no disgrace to admitting that you have a problem with alcohol. If you repeatedly drink more than you intend or want to, if you get into trouble, or if you have memory lapses when you drink, you may be an alcoholic. Only you can decide.
Jim Price was an alcoholic.
Though it took him over 15 years to recognize that fact, he had enough courage to face that reality and do something about it. He joined Alcoholics Anonymous and pledged to avoid alcohol one day at a time. For the next 24 years until his death of a brain tumor in July 2000, he was an inspirational model to many other people struggling with alcoholism. AA played a major role in keeping him dry.
Alcoholics Anonymous is a Fellowship of men and women who have lost the ability to control their drinking and found themselves in various kinds of trouble as a result of drinking. Through a community-based effort emphasizing 12 simple steps, they attempt--usually successfully--to create a satisfying way of life without alcohol. Naturally, this requires the help and support of other alcoholics who are part of AA.
AA does not keep membership files, or attendance records. You do not have to reveal anything about yourself. No one will bother you if you don't want to come back. But everyone you meet will be there for the same reason you are. They will not disclose your identity to outsiders. At AA you retain as much anonymity as you wish. That's one of the reasons the organization is called Alcoholics Anonymous.
At an AA meeting you'll find alcoholics talking about what drinking did to their lives and personalities, what actions they took to help themselves, and how they are living their lives today. They'll inspire you, encourage you, and provide support to ensure that you can do this, one day at a time.
Joining AA is easy. You're an AA member if and when you say so. It costs nothing. There are no dues. There is no pressure or requirement to do anything. If you think that you might have a problem with alcohol, look for an AA chapter in your area. Do it today. Do it for your family. Do it for yourself.
For more information about Alcoholics Anonymous, visit the following websites:
Recovery Corner an interesting independent site
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