NA meetings

[MovnFwd]

I  have been attending a methadone clinic for about 8 years for a 100-200mgs per day oxycontin addiction.My stable dose was 150mgs.I have finally got the nerve to start tapering and i am now down to 50mgs.                
So...I went to my first NA meeting.I found out that you dont have to be clean on the first meeting but they do suggest that you come back but come clean.While I dont do anything but methadone,I personally,dont consider myself clean while on 50mgs until im at 0.I have to admit,I felt bad for being there while still on methadone.
My question is...1.Should I feel guilty about this,even though I am coming off this drug,and 2.Should I return to this meeting while still on methadone or just wait until completely off?
Thanks in advance for your time and answers...I appreciate any thoughts on this matter!!!

[GA_need_help]

Hi, I am tapering and I am an active member of AA, and attend some NA chats online.  As said before the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop.  I sometimes feel the same way, but I check myself.  I know I need the program desperately.  I love AA and NA.  Keep going.  We are blessed to have these support groups.
Marie

[MovnFwd]

Thanks for all your replies.I have been a member here for almost two months now.I have not posted before because I can usually find the answers I need from previous postings.I am thankful to have found this site.After posting,i have found that the people on this site are very helpful and understanding.I believe that now I will post without having to worry about rejection or negativity and I encourage others to not hold back.It really helps having the support of people who dont even know you to take the time out of their day to help you.You guys/gals are good people.Thanks again!
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[LostNoMore]

You're welcome. Keep posting here as well. This forum is a big part of my
recovery. You can be totally honest about anything here and no one will judge you. You will find unconditional acceptance here. Fantastic people too!

[Sarah11212]

You do not have to be clean to attend meetings.
The only requirement they have is that you "have a desire to be clean"
I would continue to go.

[MovnFwd]

Thanks for the reply.You all are so helpful and I wish you all the best.I will continue to go and im determined to get through this.Thanks again!!

[rizboy]

keep going defo.u only need a desire to stop using.im on a subutex taper and i go meetings

[MovnFwd]

wow.I didnt expect an answer so quick.Thank you so much for easing my thoughts on this.I will keep attending, thanks to you two.Best of luck to both of you and thanks again for the quick reply.See yall in the forums....

[bama88]

deffinaty go to the meeting. it doesn't mater if your clean or using...go to get information....knowledge is power. i think going now will help prepare you for clean living...or tapering or whatever....please go regardless