Going to AA helped me to see that there were other people who had problems that had found a way to talk about them and find relief and humor through that.
Interpretation
The quote highlights the importance of sharing personal struggles with others to find relief and humor.
In this quote, Carrie Fisher reflects on her experience with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), emphasizing how the support of a community facing similar challenges can provide comfort, laughter, and a sense of connection. She underscores the value of openness in discussing one's problems, suggesting that doing so not only alleviates the burden of those issues but also fosters camaraderie among individuals dealing with similar struggles.
In practice
During a recovery meeting, someone might share Carrie Fisher's quote to illustrate the power of community support.
I trust myself. I trust my instincts. I know what I'm gonna do, what I can do, what I can't do. I've been through a lot, and I could go through more, but I hope I don't have to. But if I did, I'd be able to do it. I'm not going to enjoy dying, but there's not much prep for that.
Over time, I've paid attention, taken notes and forgotten easily half of everything I've gone through.
I went to a doctor and told him I felt normal on acid, that I was a light bulb in a world of moths. That is what the manic state is like.
There's a line I have that our family was designed more for public than for private. But there are definitely some things that are only mine. I am someone who dreams at night, and you don't know what I'm dreaming.
You know how most illnesses have symptoms you can recognize? Like fever, upset stomach, chills, whatever. Well, with manic depression, it's sexual promiscuity, excessive spending, and substance abuse - and that just sounds like a fantastic weekend in Vegas to me!
I am truly a product of Hollywood in-breeding. When two celebrities mate, someone like me is the result.
The years of imprisonment hardened me... Perhaps if you have been given a moment to hold back and wait for the next blow, your emotions wouldn't be blunted as they have been in my case. When it happens every day of your life, when that pain becomes a way of life... there is no longer anything I can fear.
I was assigned boy at birth but I have always known I was a girl.
In many ways, I'm incredibly lucky to have been born with my impairment and that it's visible. It means my path has been predictable.
Would it hurt to die? All those times he had thought it was about to happen and escaped, he had never really thought of the thing itself: his will to live had always been so much stronger than his fear of death.
If you don't stand your ground, then all that happens is people push you backwards.
Do you really think it is weakness that yields to temptation? I tell you that there are terrible temptations which it requires strength, strength and courage to yield to.
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