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Old 07-30-2012, 02:59 PM
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hypochondriac
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I've asked this question myself. I'm not sure there are any really quick fixes. There is no replacement for learning good coping strategies to help you manage stress better.

I like what Happier said though Certainly in the early days of my recovery I felt that if I got through a work day without breaking down or snapping at someone and came out of the other side sober then that was a success.

In the short term all I could do was say the serenity prayer over and over, count to 10, drink tons of chamomile tea...

On day 5 I think you should cut yourself some slack and be proud of what you have achieved so far Well done!
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