Tough move, GA, but a good one..best of luck to you and may you continue to recover.
Jim
i can relate to this too, its not important for me to have a sponsor just like me, but i do want one who has worked the steps in both programs
i am glad you did this, it was so hard for me to change sponsors, i was comfortable with the lady i had and did not want to move on, eventually i moved cross country and had to find someone new, it all worked out
Thanks LateAugust. I fully plan to keep my former sponsor in my program, but I think he sensed that he wasn't helping me the way I needed as well. But, I admit, he had become like a Grandfather to me. I'll always be grateful to him for what he's done..and it just hurt to tell him. But, he understood and was happy for me.Sometimes that rigorous honesty thing ***** :)
wow what a brave step and good for you that you had the courage and commitment to follow thru with what was best for you. Gosh I do not see your actions being of weakness or being rude , rather one of having the strength to do the absolute best for your program, and that is having a sponsor you can relate to......... I can't imagine it was easy to tell him that you needed more, however you put your sincerity and sobriety first and foremost. I have the utmost respect for your honesty. Also so very grateful you are sharing this story as it does take (for some) many meetings to find your home group, a few sponsors to find that right fit, you didn't give up and I applaud you,