Everything was going good until about 20 minutes ago
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Originally Posted by DrivingVacation 
Make time for my sobriety. Start by going to meetings and getting a sponsor. Find some hobbies that can kill the boredom that can lead me back. Thinking about seeing an addiction counselor once a week or so. Use SR like my own personal Twitter account lol. jk.
Whatever it takes I guess is the real answer.
Whatever it takes I guess is the real answer.
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Originally Posted by julez
You sound very determined that this time is the last time. Thats so great to hear. Twitter away!! lol
Originally Posted by aehmnm
Good for you, DV. I am really proud of you for taking the time for yourself and taking this as seriously as it it. We are all here for you for whatever help you need.
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Remember the episode on the bathroom floor (we easily forget) for the next time you start feeling that you can have just one. There are many posts here about playing the tape all the way through. Look them up. Good information. Don't drink today, think about tomorrow...tomorrow!
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Yay DV! I am so proud of you and it's great to see you posting. Look at all the love you have here. People are really pulling for you and they are saying great things about you on chat too. Hang in there! You can do it because you are a strong man!
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Originally Posted by Balou
Yay DV! I am so proud of you and it's great to see you posting. Look at all the love you have here. People are really pulling for you and they are saying great things about you on chat too. Hang in there! You can do it because you are a strong man!
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Glad to hear you have a plan and are feeling better. Just wanted you to know everyone here is pulling for you. You have a forum full of friends sending love and well wishes. Keep posting and letting us know how you are. We miss you!! :
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Originally Posted by opivotal
Glad to hear you have a plan and are feeling better. Just wanted you to know everyone here is pulling for you. You have a forum full of friends sending love and well wishes. Keep posting and letting us know how you are. We miss you!! :
Thank you so much Opi! I miss all you guys too! I'm doing pretty good. Day 4 and I'm already starting to feel a lot better than I was 2 days ago. I'll keep you posted.
PS- Loved the Flag lol
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((DV)) - sorry you're having a bad day, but I like what someone here told me - "the difference between a bad day and a good day is....about 2 days"
Bad days happen, but they do pass. As long as we're working hard in our recovery, we can keep a bad day from becoming a REALLY bad day.
Hang in there!
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
Bad days happen, but they do pass. As long as we're working hard in our recovery, we can keep a bad day from becoming a REALLY bad day.Hang in there!
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
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Originally Posted by Impurrfect
((DV)) - sorry you're having a bad day, but I like what someone here told me - "the difference between a bad day and a good day is....about 2 days" Bad days happen, but they do pass. As long as we're working hard in our recovery, we can keep a bad day from becoming a REALLY bad day.
Hang in there!
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
Bad days happen, but they do pass. As long as we're working hard in our recovery, we can keep a bad day from becoming a REALLY bad day.Hang in there!
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
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I'll take an anxiety attack over cirrhosis of the liver any day. Seriously, think of the first few days as a long car drive to the beach, say 8 hours. The first couple of hours are fine, then after hour 5 you start to feel the symptoms of uncomfortable boredom, you want to get out, are hungry, tired, etc. But you still keep thinking about the beautiful beach, it keeps you going. Eventually after an excruciating 8 hour drive, you get there. I know it's a simple analogy. But think of your destination. Hold fast. It's painful and very scary, but you can make it.
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DV,
Try to think of your "crappy day" as a step closer to having really good ones. That's what I did. Baby steps at first. I also got somewhat angry at times and would say "hey bring it on I can handle it". "You won't beat me this time." (meaning the alcohol) "I'm stronger than you." Kinda recondition your mind.
When the urges come (and they will) to drink or use call them out for what they are! Liars!! Trying to pull you back to that horrible place called hell. I'd dismiss them, laugh at them even! Wouldn't let them win. You can do the same DV see if it helps.
Take care, I'm very proud of you! :ghug3
Try to think of your "crappy day" as a step closer to having really good ones. That's what I did. Baby steps at first. I also got somewhat angry at times and would say "hey bring it on I can handle it". "You won't beat me this time." (meaning the alcohol) "I'm stronger than you." Kinda recondition your mind.
When the urges come (and they will) to drink or use call them out for what they are! Liars!! Trying to pull you back to that horrible place called hell. I'd dismiss them, laugh at them even! Wouldn't let them win. You can do the same DV see if it helps.
Take care, I'm very proud of you! :ghug3
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Originally Posted by DrivingVacation
Today has been a pretty crappy day
Today will be a better day, I am sure.
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