Lots of wonderful advice on the thread this morning
Welcome to the newcomers and congrats to everyone who is committing to one more day sober.
SunnyDenver, thank you for sharing the 4-7-8 technique. I had never heard that before, but it sounds even better than just "breath in, breath out." I will try that!
To add to what others have said about how they portray themselves to the outside world (whether online or real life) I am the same way. Very few people would guess that alcoholism causes me so much pain, self-loathing and sadness. My AV tries to use that as an argument for me to drink, "you've got your stuff together, no one is perfect, just drink, etc." No thanks, AV.
You all inspire me. Thank you for being here and sharing what you are going through. Here's to Sober Saturday!