As I understand artists like Eminem and many others, who have been part of AA, they go to the meetings, and talk their story. Share their experiences and etc.
I understand many of them are already public but still I am sure they share some sensitive stories there.
Of course in AA everyone is a friendly family community, but how is it possible that people don’t gossip about stuff after? Especially having a celebrity on their meeting?
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Not all AA or other 12 step meetings are “open” in the traditional sense. There are meetings that aren’t publicized and essentially invite only. If you’re a famous person who is publicly trying to get sober or coming out of fancy rehab, another famous person will invite you to a meeting that isn’t advertised. I know a number of sober politicians and they have their own meetings that aren’t advertised to the general public.
Edit: totally forgot about that west wing episode! But, yeah, that’s real! I work with a recovery community center (not the same as 12 steps but still about helping folks live without substances) and we have some big wigs on the board who talk about their membership in a “secret club” and how Bill W saved them. They don’t make their meeting public but make that they go to meetings public. I will say, if anyone reading this is trying to get sober, AA is not the only option and different groups have different vibes. A recovery community center has more options and is always a good place to start.
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