Happy Sober Friday all - very happy on this end that the end of work week here! I struggled tons with trying to maintain keeping my act together and not have panic attacks when I was actively drinking. Once I stopped, I was constantly internally reflecting on how much ease I was now able to handle anything at work. I have the type of job ( I work at a high school) that they will eat you alive if you don't have confidence. I remember intentionally restarting my volunteer work with the Department of Corrections when I was actively drinking because I KNEW I would need to have my act together when dealing with people and I thought it might force the hand to get me sober.
My weekend plans are refreshingly undeveloped. The sun will finally be shining here in Vermont and the weather finally warmer and that is all that matters right now
