Hi hawking
the immediate motivation for me was my drinking was killing me - not in my liver but through accidents, falls, and eventually a series of mini strokes.
What I think is even more important tho is whats kept me sober since.
This community helped me immensely in keeping me focused and motivated to achieve my sober goals.
I wanted a life with purpose. I wanted to make a difference for myself and for others if possible. I wanted to be sober, serene and satisfied.I wanted to be excited about the future and engaged with my interests again.
I've done all those things.
I had to change my life almost completely because my old life was all about drinking - but I don;t regret the change
My life is better in every way and more authentically me that it ever was when I was drinking.
I really recommend you keep up with this. The journey of 1000 miles starts with a single step.
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