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| Okay, now that we know what we are dealing with and got through all the doom and gloom what can we do about it ? Well quite a few things really. First of all we can lighten up a little, tell ourselves that whilst this is a problem in our lives it is only a part of our make-up. We are sentient human beings capable of making choices and acting on them. We can start thinking about ourselves, our health and how we are going to change the negatives to positives. This page should provide some food for thought about making those changes, some practical advice and a way in which we can get in touch with people like ourselves to seek and offer support. |
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| THE SAFFARA GROUP AND FORUM |
| The SAFFARA group at Yahoo is a posting forum for use by anyone experiencing alcohol related problems, be it yourself or someone you know with the problem, it is a place to share information, seek/offer advice or just have a whinge, dare I say it share a laugh (profanity and dark humour are equally appreciated...) or just find someone to talk to.There are no rules as such but here is just a word or two about what is not expected. SAFFARA is NOT religiously linked in any way shape or form.The group fully upholds the right of everyone to their religious belief, faith is a positive thing and a good anchor in troubled times, however SAFFARA is not the place for your own faith. This is partly to avoid prolonged spiritual debates (we are dealing with an addiction of the mind and body here) and partly because alcoholism has no respect for any particular religion. It is important that people from all walks of life, different faiths and beliefs have access to the group without discrimination. So cassocks at the door please... Abusive postings (flaming in internet jargon) on the Forum will not be tolerated and will be removed by the moderator(s) and the poster warned. We are all here to help each other in a friendly, constructive environment. Anyone signing up to fire abuse at drinkers will be instantly removed and banned from the group, alcoholics have enough problems without having to listen to bigoted rubbish. And that's it really, use the Forum and it's associated facilities as you wish, stay positive, relax and look after yourself. |
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| SAFFARA |
| Click on the SAFFARA shattered glass logo to go to the SAFFARA Group Forum page. If you have not used a Yahoo Group or posting facility before you will find everything you need to know waiting for you. |
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| USEFUL LINKS |
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| U.S site with lots of information. This page is the frequently asked questions page and links back to their homepage. |
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| Massive site with just about everything you need to know on it. Highly recommended reading. Includes alcohol quiz. |
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| Health link gateway listing many alcohol related sites. Lots of reading material here. |
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| You HAVE to go here, the advice is excellent and do yourself a huge favour and check out the jokes section. Great ! |
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| Does what it says on the tin... This will enable you to find out just how much you do drink. |
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| Good, clear advice for younger drinkers. |
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| Massive, alphabetical listing of projects and advice centres for every region of the UK. |
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| United States site dealing with alcohol issues solely for women. |
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| Essential site for drinkers interested in Alcoholics Anonymous and the 12 Step program. |
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| Worldwide site for loved ones, friends and young people affected by problem drinkers. |
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| Stay strong, keep positive and do your best...nobody can ask for more than that. |