Finally Ready
I was reviewing my profile today and noticed that next week I will have been a member of the SR community for 1 year.
I would very much like to say I have 1 year of sobriety. I don't. In fact I am on another day one.
Why I am posting?
Several reasons.
One. to say thank you. There are truly are some amazing folks on this site. The support is incredible..
Two. I have learnt a great deal about myself over the past year. Part of this has come from my ability to see my struggle in others struggles. I am not alone.
Three. It is important to provide support to people going through this struggle. I like providing support.
As I reflect over the past year my 'block' has been my reluctance to admit to myself, 100%, that I have a problem with drinking. I have finally admitted it. For me I believe that is a turning point.
I post this today, because I hope others in the early part of the struggle will read this and know the importance of acceptance. It is critical.
Thank you all. I will need the support of the SR community as I move forward in this journey. I want to also give back as I move forward.
Jim