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Old 02-12-2017, 01:56 PM
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If you read the AA literature (the Big Book ) you may come across the description 'restless, irritable and discontent '. Unfortunately this isn't just about detoxing. It is also pretty common to alcoholics generally. A result of the alcoholic mindset. This is why recovery programs / plans are recommended. Getting sober is one thing. Recovery is something much more. It's that recovery and the altered perspective that it brings, which can make sobriety comfortable enough to be sustainable, and eventually preferable to drinking.

When you look at the 12-step program of recovery you can see that only the first step even mentions alcohol. All the rest of the steps are about altering our perspective and finding a way that we can live life on life's terms and find acceptance and serenity.

Wishing you all the best for your recovery. BB
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