Day one again
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AoS,
I am an AA-ophile but when you're trying to put some time together, even if it doesn't appeal to you in total, it is a place to be especially during the drinking hours. I had to do things to get space between me and drinking and the more of them I did/do, the easier it was/ is to stay away from sauce. Jmho.
I am an AA-ophile but when you're trying to put some time together, even if it doesn't appeal to you in total, it is a place to be especially during the drinking hours. I had to do things to get space between me and drinking and the more of them I did/do, the easier it was/ is to stay away from sauce. Jmho.
Argent,
Your story is similar to mine. We are around the same age, same drinking tendencies, etc. I will start day 4 tomorrow and so far every day has been better than the one before. I too am experiencing the insomnia, mood swings, night sweats so know you are not alone.
Thank you for sharing your story.
Your story is similar to mine. We are around the same age, same drinking tendencies, etc. I will start day 4 tomorrow and so far every day has been better than the one before. I too am experiencing the insomnia, mood swings, night sweats so know you are not alone.
Thank you for sharing your story.
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Thanks for the posts Kitty, Jallen I appreciate the support,
I totally agree kitty reaching out to someone in 'drinking times' is definitely a huge help, for now you good folks of SR are working for me, the virtual aspect keeps me from freaking out
I have spent quite a lot of time here over the last few days.
Day 4 down, I'm going to go try sleep![Smilie](https://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
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I totally agree kitty reaching out to someone in 'drinking times' is definitely a huge help, for now you good folks of SR are working for me, the virtual aspect keeps me from freaking out
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Day 4 down, I'm going to go try sleep
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AoS
Good for you in getting through today. I hope you get some good rest tonight. It will come. I am happy SR is working so well on its own for you. Must say, I am a bit of an analog generation gal so I tend to come from that point of view and realise it is a short suit!
Good for you in getting through today. I hope you get some good rest tonight. It will come. I am happy SR is working so well on its own for you. Must say, I am a bit of an analog generation gal so I tend to come from that point of view and realise it is a short suit!
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You're doing great, Argent......
Staying close to SR was my saving grace in the early days, too (still is!). At first, I freaked out a little bit when I had a really "off" day, but the longer I stayed sober, the easier it was to take it in stride.
One day at a time......... you'll see improvements for days/weeks/months to come. Keep up the good work!
Staying close to SR was my saving grace in the early days, too (still is!). At first, I freaked out a little bit when I had a really "off" day, but the longer I stayed sober, the easier it was to take it in stride.
One day at a time......... you'll see improvements for days/weeks/months to come. Keep up the good work!
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So, I think I jinxed myself, it was only yesterday in the chat room that I said "I am lucky enough not to have experienced that". Well last night I dreamt about drinking...
In the dream I found my self unconsciously drinking a can of larger, upon realising I had started that first drink, I rushed to the kitchen to pour it down the sink, when i had the drink it was a sip, but when i went to pour it out there was hardly anything left in the can. I then vomited a thick green (mushy pea like) substance!
Luckily the dream ended there as i woke with the sweats, it really was quite disconcerting.
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Despite the dream, yesterday was a pretty awesome day! very little cravings at all. I spent a most of the afternoon here at SR in the chat rooms, just to pass the time, as i'm still having trouble actually getting going in terms of work.
Then at 6 my brother and his girlfriend came around to see us, we ended up playing a couple of games of rockband and then a long game of Scrabble (we won, we usually do :P), they left at just after 9 by which time I was feeling happy and content, so I didn't need a drink.
A funny thing, I was in the kitchen making cups of tea and pouring myself a glass of soda, when I came back in my brother asked "why haven't you got a drink in your hand"
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They come down once a month and I dont think i've ever not had a couple by the time they arrive. I simply told him i was cutting back a bit.
Didn't sleep so great, it was 3am when i last checked the clock so it was after that that I slept. I feel great again this morning though, tired of course but great. I look better too imo, looking in the mirror I feel I look healthier.
S'all good here
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Cheers all
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