Originally Posted by
EasternRow 
I used to binge drink for several years.. I've been completely sober past 200 days (7months come Dec 15).
Am I out of the woods yet? what are the chances of slipping from this point?
your thoughts and experiences welcome!
Have a blessed day!
Originally Posted by
MelindaFlowers Whether it's a year of sobriety or five, you can never get complacent. I think most people lose their sobriety when they entertain the idea of moderation.
Keep coming here. I'm 6.5 years sober but here I am. I never want to get complacent.
Compliancy can get you. For me, it was letting my guard down and not protecting my sobriety - 3 years and 7 months - gone in one drink. I had times where I was confident and thought I was unshakable - no desire whatsoever to drink again. Then there were times I allowed myself to imagine having a drink with friends - big mistake. Guard your thinking. Constant mindfulness is required, at least for me.
I think some people may reach a point that drinking never crosses their minds again. But I've also seen people with decades of sobriety relapse. My advice is always be mindful and guard your sobriety.