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Old 09-20-2016, 08:48 AM
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ScottFromWI
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Welcome back Loona. I think you are finding what many of us did - as alcoholics we cannot drink at all...so getting rid of the booze is always the first step. But it is truly only the first step....getting sober is a lot more than just that. Getting sober means learning how to "have fun", deal with the ups and downs of life and generally face reality without alcohol.

It is 100% possible for you, or anyone really. It comes at a cost though....you need to not only accept your addiction for what it is, but also find a plan to follow every day to stay sober. The plan has to evolve as well - as you learn new skills and habits you have to constantly take inventory and look for the next place to learn and change. AKA - there is no "magic" bullet, pill, book or technique that will just make you a sober person. It's a lifestyle.
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