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Old 10-18-2013, 05:06 AM
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freshstart57
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Smac, how are things? Or I guess I can ask, 'How's she goin' there, eh?'

For me it was a slow process, overcoming my anxiety, and regaining some self-confidence which was reinforced with each small achievement. Going for a walk by myself, driving again, then returning to old interests and hobbies. After a while, new opportunities for growth presented themselves, and all I had to do was say yes.

While I was drinking, my world became smaller and smaller as I became increasingly dependent on my bottle of cheap vodka, until that was really all there was for me. Once I quit, I became free. You are free now, too, Smac. Find something that has beauty and peace for you, and go get it. Onward!
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