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Old 09-15-2017, 01:52 PM
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Today is day 72! I'm not going to lie, it's been a pretty rough ride. I do think though that this is going to be it for me. This forum has been a big part of me reaching this milestone. Also discovering what kindling is has really opened my eyes.

It's still a little overwhelming thinking that I'm never going to drink again, but I think that I'll just take a little time to get used to.

Have a nice weekend everyone.
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Old 09-15-2017, 02:24 PM
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That is great! What are you doing to stay sober?
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Old 09-15-2017, 02:30 PM
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72 days - how wonderful, iew.
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Old 09-15-2017, 02:30 PM
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That is great! What are you doing to stay sober?
Thanks!

Combo of therapy to address the underlying reason I drank (anxiety and OCD) and focusing on my distance running goals.

To ease the overwhelming feeling of never drinking again I say to my anxiety-you can drink again when you run a 100 mile race. Which if that ever does happen, by that time drinking will be a distant memory.
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Old 09-15-2017, 03:03 PM
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Good for you👍. I'm so pleased to read about your success.
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Old 09-15-2017, 03:09 PM
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Congrats.

Good for you.
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Old 09-15-2017, 04:24 PM
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good going, iew!
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Old 09-15-2017, 04:29 PM
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Fantastic! Keep it up. I changed my thoughts from never being able to drink again to never having to drink again.
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Old 09-15-2017, 04:38 PM
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Congrats iew
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Old 09-15-2017, 05:52 PM
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One day at a time my friend. They add up. Slow and steady wins the race.
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Nice Job on 72. The months is coming up soon!! Keep up the great work!!

Like Wayne said, one day at a time and Slow and steady. It's not a 100 yard dash it's a life long journey!
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Congratulations!

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