Old 06-28-2018, 05:44 AM
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saoutchik
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Here in Britain we are experiencing that rarest of phenomenon, a heatwave. OK so it's a British heatwave with temperatures only nudging 30C/86F but for us that means extensive moorland fires in the north and melting roads elsewhere and uncomfortable working conditions for some. Tonight for England at least, there is also a not insignificant World Cup football match taking place at 7pm UK time against Belgium. Lastly, for many of us, me included today is payday.

In short, if you are a drinker or user then this weekend is a perfect storm of reasons/excuses to get wasted.

If however you know you have a problem with alcohol or other drugs - and if you are reading SR then there's a fair chance that is the case - then try and flip all those triggers around. Why not take away some great memories of a beautiful summer weekend. Why not keep that booze or drugs money in your account for something better. If you are watching the football or any sporting event that you are caught up in, why not have some actual memories of what happened rather than just the result.

If you can get through this weekend without a drink then the rest of the week will seem easier.
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