JustODAAT

I know quitting and staying sober is one of the hardest things I've ever done (still do every day). I'm in the middle of making some other health-oriented changes to my life, and I'm trying to bolster my confidence. I want to say: "Hey, I quit drinking and that was/is really hard...I CAN do hard things."

I wondered if anyone learned they were stronger than they thought through sobriety. Did you take that energy/resolve and apply it to other areas of your life?

Thanks.

Johnston

Yes, constantly. This second time around has taught me that I ultimately have the power to either make healthy or unhealthy choices in my life. I alone am responsible. If I want to indulge in too much sugar, so be it. Better avoid the scale. If I want to keep doing exercises that irritate my back, have at it. Better stock up on Advil and ice packs. The list goes on.

May I ask what other areas of your life you're looking to change?

karate

Yes .

Sort of my theme -of life now .

I want to be just a little bit ,smarter ,stronger ,calmer ,and better tomorrow than today .

As I say at work ,if I can gain 1/16 of an inch a day ,its a great day .