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Old 01-26-2010, 07:44 PM
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Hi T,
Well, in my short 31 days my experience has been that things are actually EASIER sober, with a clear head. I've had situations where I've wanted to pick up a drink and then about 10 more, but didn't, and was actually glad for it. Because, really, drinking never made anything better.

You should be gentle with yourself. You are breaking slowly out of a shell like a baby chick. You'll be a little wobbly at first, but trust me, there's a whole world waiting for you outside that tiny little shell you outgrew. It might have been comfortable, because at least you knew what to expect, but I promise, sobriety gets better mentally and physically every single day.

Especially in the wobbly stage, where your emotions might be strong reactions to your environment, post here, vent, ask for help. We're all here to help, and we understand.

Take good care - and peace to you.

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