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Old 08-08-2016, 12:19 PM
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FearlessChase
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I can completely relate to your post (close behind you at 73 days), especially the part about AA. I haven't been to a meeting recently, but I remember thinking that I seemed to have nothing in common with other people, aside from recovery. Of course, in my case I didn't try very hard to get to know anyone.

RE: boredom, I've started something recently that has helped a bit. Whenever I'm feeling restless and uncomfortable in my skin (in the past I would always drink), I tell myself I can 1) rest, 2) do something productive, or 3) do something for my own self-care. Often, it's rest, but I tell myself "when nothing works, do nothing" or something equally cliché. It does help me to refocus for the few moments it takes for the idea of drinking to pass.
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