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- Mascot(MAS-kot)
The family member who uses humor or distraction as a coping mechanism.
“In my family, I played the Mascot, always trying to lighten the mood with a joke or funny comment.
- Meeting After the Meeting(MEE-ting AF-ter the MEE-ting)
Informal gatherings and conversations held after ACA or AA meetings, where members continue discussions, share insights, or talk openly about topics that didn't fit within the formal structure of the meeting.
“I found the Meeting After the Meeting to be incredibly helpful, more helpful even at times than the Meeting, as it gave me a chance to dive deeper and ask questions on topics we couldn't fully cover during the regular meeting.