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Old 12-06-2005, 02:53 PM
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Lively
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Join Date: Jul 2005
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One day at a time. It sounds so cliche' but it's true. In the past I dwelled too much about never being able to drink again. It was too overwhelming and I started feeling sorry for myself, telling myself there is no way I can do it... and then I couldn't do it.

This time it's different. I don't think beyond the day I'm in and I'm grateful every single day for having the strength to stay sober and be a good mom to my kids. A better mom, a better employee, a better friend, a better person in general. For ME that is everything and I never ever ever want to go back to how I felt before I got sober. One thing I really try to keep in mind is how GOOD I feel when I'm sober and remember how utterly miserable I felt when I was drinking. There are no pity parties for me anymore because I can't drink like a "normal" person.

I'm glad you're reaching out for help. Reach further than SR if you need to. You will never regret getting sober but you may very well forever regret NOT getting sober.
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