Forever there have been “private” groups for attorneys, doctors, nurses, etc. They still exist, right? An attorney, I.e., should not walk into public group and encounter his clients, unless he wishes to do so on his own. Thoughts?
Posted Jul 1, 2022, 7:29 PM UTC
Yes, they still exist. I know of a few in my area. There’s always a “risk” of running into people you know outside the program in a meeting - it’s happened to me before. I’m not sure about exactly how to look up these meetings however, as I’ve only heard about them via word of mouth.
They still exist but they are a lot more common in metro areas. Out here in the sticks I have sat in small circles with doctors, lawyers, bikers and business owners. Alcohol doesn't care what your station in life is.
Agree. I'm in metro tho.
Correct. How would an attorney feel about asking a paralegal in the field to refer and recommend only an attorney specifically in AA themselves? I refused, chewed dude's ass out, said their anonymity was as important as his. Not asking for criminal attorney either.
Licensed professional here. I used to feel that way, but no longer. I’ve run into clients and colleagues a number of times. It’s no big deal.
Also, a big part of recovery is in the community (or fellowship). Going to an exclusive meeting limits the community greatly. I do think a fair number of health care professionals go to exclusive meetings, because it is a requirement. That’s the only good reason I can think of to attend one of those types of meetings.
[Edit] I detect a bit of elitism in this post. The BB warns against bigshot-ism. I personally have learned far more about how to live in recovery from people who have lived under a bridge than I have from people who own custom tailored suits.