Hi from Leb - 2 years sober!
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Hi from Leb - 2 years sober!
Hello everyone,
Just a quick check in to let you know I am still going strong. 2 years sober on Jan 5 2017.
I feel wonderful. No cravings to drink and no continual thoughts about when where how to have a binge without anyone finding out. What a huge relief.
My anxiety has decreased hugely and self confidence has increased. I am now happy to be me without trying to be the life and soul of the party. I've given up the role of " the entertainer" and have realised that I used alcohol to try and be what I thought other people wanted.
I still read your posts and remind myself of the guilt and hopelessness I used to feel when I woke with yet another hangover.
I remember the first month, which was probably the hardest. I slept a lot, ate a lot of ice cream and basically hibernated. Exercise helps, just as and when you can I kept telling myself "Just don't drink" It doesn't matter what other problems, worries are going on. They can wait until later. Be selfish and do what you have to to get yourself through those early days.
My life has improved so much and I feel happy and content. I can honestly say that alcohol no longer lives in my thoughts constantly. I can go days, weeks, months without even thinking about it - wow!
I hope that those of you who are struggling with the early days can stay strong. Visit here often and write out how you feel. Someone always replies and you will not feel so alone. This site and the people on it are the reason I am alcohol free today.
All the best Leb
Just a quick check in to let you know I am still going strong. 2 years sober on Jan 5 2017.
I feel wonderful. No cravings to drink and no continual thoughts about when where how to have a binge without anyone finding out. What a huge relief.
My anxiety has decreased hugely and self confidence has increased. I am now happy to be me without trying to be the life and soul of the party. I've given up the role of " the entertainer" and have realised that I used alcohol to try and be what I thought other people wanted.
I still read your posts and remind myself of the guilt and hopelessness I used to feel when I woke with yet another hangover.
I remember the first month, which was probably the hardest. I slept a lot, ate a lot of ice cream and basically hibernated. Exercise helps, just as and when you can I kept telling myself "Just don't drink" It doesn't matter what other problems, worries are going on. They can wait until later. Be selfish and do what you have to to get yourself through those early days.
My life has improved so much and I feel happy and content. I can honestly say that alcohol no longer lives in my thoughts constantly. I can go days, weeks, months without even thinking about it - wow!
I hope that those of you who are struggling with the early days can stay strong. Visit here often and write out how you feel. Someone always replies and you will not feel so alone. This site and the people on it are the reason I am alcohol free today.
All the best Leb
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Location: Greensboro, NC
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Leb, that is so awesome! I am fairly new here, joining in November 2016, so I don't know you; however, we appreciate your posting to encourage us all! I plan in November 2018 to be 2 years sober as well!
And thanks for the inspiring message. 
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