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Seeking a sober-living mentor with lived experience of alcohol dependence recovery

A weekly call with someone who has been through it - that's the whole ask.

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Irfan Aslam
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Lahore
I'm eight weeks into recovery from alcohol dependence. I attend meetings and see a counselor, but the weeks between meetings are the hardest. I'd love a mentor - someone who has a year or more of recovery and who would be willing to talk once a week. I'm not looking for a replacement for treatment. I'm looking for someone who understands what a bad Tuesday night feels like. I'd prefer someone who's happy to do video calls. Any country is fine. I'll be respectful of your time and boundaries, and happy to pay it forward later. You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
effort
1 call a week
format
Online or by phone
skills
lived experience, empathy

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People who offered to help

  • Irena Dorota Stฤ™pieล„ ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ

    I live about 5 km from Lahore. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Flexible on timing.

  • Faith R. Agustin ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ญ Accepted

    i live about 16 km from Lahore. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need

Reviews

3.0(16 reviews)

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    Restored my faith in humanity

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    Restored my faith in humanity

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    Made me feel heard

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    Trustworthy helper

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    Amazing support system

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    Made me feel heard

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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    Amazing support system

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  • Good luck, Irfan. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I'm in logistics myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Lahore.

    • Thinking of you, Irfan. Looking forward to the next update. All the best.

      • Laiba Rukhsar PashaVerified organization

        Rooting for you, Irfan. This could happen to any of us.

        • Thinking of you and your family, Irfan. Your post was clear and honest. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

          • Best of luck, Irfan. Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from Los Angeles.

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