yes the first months of your soberity... really your first year can be quite hard on a person... but if you stick with it... it will pay you back ten fold! i've seen it. and i cant wait until i get it. remember you really only have up to go and picking up will only bring you down even further! get to those face to face meetings get a sponsor and pick up the phone!!! work your program for all its worth!! you'll be amazed with the results