Okay. That did NOT go well.

[progree]

10. Maybe call the local A.A. number....

She offered to be my sponsor, and urged me to call at any time of day.
She is my lifeline for now, but ......Maybe A&R readers can help me with this......We have friends/relationships in common, one of which is very principally involved with current emotional turmoil I'm having.

In my first 24 hours alcohol free, I have not separated my tumultuous relationship trouble from my drinking trouble.

I trust my mentor to be fair , but, is it a good idea for a sponsor and sponsoree to have close relationships in common?

If it were me, I'd look for a sponsor that was more distant from my personal relationships and life and turmoil, especially to start. Perhaps calling the local A.A. office -- in my area they help people get a sponsor. Or ask at a meeting -- especially at the larger meetings they are always looking to furnish people with a temporary sponsor. I always like the phrase "temporary sponsor".