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Old 12-31-2011, 04:06 PM
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EmeraldRose
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Congratulations on Day 7.
Part of recovery is changing habits, changing the tone of your life, changing your thinking. Sit down and write down new rewards for yourself. Leave booze out of this. Don't even consider the thought, or feel 'deprived' or sad because you can't use it as a reward. This is a new life, a new year, a new way to think of a new you. Forget booze.
Drinking is for babies.
I've been saving my money instead of buying booze. I've saved for a leopard gecko and equipment, got my nails done, bought a new purse, new comforter, oh, and I moved 1400miles that took alittle...LOL...there are SO many ways to reward yourself.
I understand it's only been a week for you but changing how you think about things will really be beneficial to your recovery.
I don't know how old your boys are but if I were you I'd enjoy every precious second with them -enjoy their company, bask in the sunshine they emit. Believe me, I speak from experience...
Happy new year.
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