Violation of the Traditions?

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Hi all...been awhile!!!

Locally, (NE Ohio) we are in need of nurse or medical professional recovery support groups. I tend to stick with AA in my area and of course have no ill will towards any other fellowships. Anyways, a few nurses around here are looking to start a local nurse support AA meeting once a week. I asked someone else in the program for a little support and was told sorry but something like that breaks at least two traditions and seems exclusive. Any opinions? I didn't see it as any different than womens or mens meetings or gay only meetings but the argument was made that technically those types of meetings break tradition too.

Like a typical alcoholic, I can take a million supportive comments but I'll really worry about the ONE person who was negative towards the situation. Whattya'll think?

Does anyone know how to find a list of Caduceus meetings in Michigan? Is there a website? Thank you in advance for your assistance! Thanks!

Specializes in Cerified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse.

Well, an old saying goes: All you need to start a new meeting is a resentment and a coffee maker!

Honestly, just stick to a format that you can all agree on for a few months (until you take a new group conscience); try not to let it turn into a **** fest or group therapy. It's an AA meeting.... One that a buncha' nurses happen to be drawn to... good luck in your journey! (All of us!)

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