Peace Of Mind
As I read these posts from all of the new people here, I really see myself in so many of them.
Just a little over seven months ago I was lost, scared, feeling hopeless and helpless. Feeling like my life would end if I couldn't at least have "a few beers" to escape all the pressures of my life.
Turns out most of that stuff was in my head and the alcohol only made it worse. It was a vicious cycle that I could not see, until I decided to stop self-medicating and really look at myself through sober eyes.
For the first time in my adult life (I'm 44 now), I can look at myself in the mirror and actually like the person staring back at me. I'm really starting to feel comfortable in my own skin.
I haven't experienced such peace and serenity since I was a child.
For all of you that are struggling, keep trying! It only gets better.