Originally Posted by
WhoDey 
Thank you for the beautiful post. I don't post here often, but do drop in from time to time ... usually when I'm struggling. You're post was a good reminder to stay the course.
Today is day 150 of sobriety. That is something I'm proud of, but I've been severely tempted the last week to drink. Maybe it's the change of seasons (summer temptations!) or perhaps it's me needing to find a new level of acceptance with being a non-drinker.
Thanks for taking the time to share your journey and perspective.
I was just thinking today about how the first few months were really hard because I felt acutely aware that I wasn't drinking, and it seemed unfair. Over time, however, I tried to remind myself that alcohol is a drug, just like other drugs including hard stuff but also caffeine, and the point is mood alteration. So when I'm out with people drinking, I try to remember that. Makes it seem much less sexy when I think of it as just another drug in the world. I think acceptance does take time, and practice. That's why I still like to read here several times a week, and read addiction articles and memoirs. It's good to remind myself why it's ok not to drink. 150 days is so huge!! You've accomplished a lot, and I'm with you all the way.
