Better by the minute

[Dunitall]

Hi everyone

Just a quick post to say that I am into my second month of sobriety. It feels good.! I did have a brief relapse on particularly stressful day. It has caused me nad mhg/f so much hurt.

I have been away for a week with my almost 13yr old son. We have had a brilliant time and I have remained as dry as a bone. 13 yr old boys can be very tiring, but very perceptive too. He knows I have been stressed and has helped me laugh.

Tomorrow is a big day because I fly home and won't see him for a month or so. I am also anxious because my g/f and I haven't been getting on very well because of my previous drinking. I really have brought so much SH1T into our relationship.

However, I have learned a lot and will put every ounce of my energy into remaining strong and rebuilding the relationships with both my son and my g/f. They both mean the world to me.

Both have helped me overcome my addiction and learn to respect myself. Does anyone have good tips for anxiety issues?

Thanks.

Rich

[lonlion]

Hi Rich, congratulations on your clean time. Hope all works out with your g/f. Stay humble and pray for forgiveness.
Take care
Diana

[sherbear5104]

Hi Rich,

First of all congrats on your clean time. As for the anxiety, I find that the serenity prayer helps me. Also, concentrate on your breathing. Take nice relaxed breaths, and think of a beautiful place. Have a safe trip home, and keep in touch.

Sherry

[Dunitall]

Thanks Diana

My rear view mirrors are pretty full. However I am looking forward and can definitely see light at the end of the tunnel.

My g/f and I are both attending counselling and whilst it's extremely hard for both of us, there is no question that there are benefits. It's a long road for us, but I have faith, strength and hope.

Rich

[sherbear5104]

It sounds like you are moving in the right direction. Just take it one day at a time. Recovery takes work, and it souncs like you and your g/f are seeking help. I wish you well.

Sherry

[Dunitall]

Thanks Sherry

Your thoughts are much appreciated.

I believe that I can straighten my life out and in the process, add to my g/f's life. Not scared of hard work.

Stay well.

Rich

[bliss]

Hi,

I can relate to the anxiety big time. When I had an anxious thought I would take a deep breath until I felt better. Sometimes I would have to breath about 10 times but it worked every single time. Amazing how something so simple worked for me. I hardly have anxiety anymore.