At a glance
Getting there
Before you go
There is no chair at this meeting; instead, we go around a cycle of emotions: Confusion, Fear, Anger, Sadness, Shame and Acceptance
About this meeting
Friday lunchtimes bring Emotional Sobriety to Hinde Street Methodist Church, an open meeting with an unusual structure in place of a single chair. Instead, the hour-long session moves through a cycle of emotions, taking in confusion, fear, anger, sadness, shame and acceptance in turn. Members, newcomers and visitors are all welcome to attend from half past twelve. The church is on Thayer Street in the West End, and can also be located using the what3words address large.grapes.life. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for this venue, so it is worth checking ahead if step-free entry is needed.
Common questions
How is this meeting structured differently from others?
Rather than a single chairperson, it moves through a cycle of emotions covering confusion, fear, anger, sadness, shame and acceptance.
Is Emotional Sobriety open to newcomers?
Yes, it is an open meeting welcoming newcomers and visitors alongside members.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair access has not been confirmed, so it is best to check with the group beforehand.
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Nearby meetings
If this time does not work, these are the closest alternatives.
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