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Thanks everyone. Dee, I started with aa. Quite possibly the hardest thing I ever did was walk into that room that day, but something had to change. It was unbelievable to be with people who understood. I listened to their advice and suggestions. I no longer attend meetings as my life is full, happily full. However, I've read the big book several times and am an avid reader of sr, eventhough I don't post a great amount. I spend 30 minutes every morning (the most peaceful time with a 4 year old!), just relaxing and focussing on the day ahead. Gone are the mornings where I start the day with my shoulders tensed and worrying about things that may never happen. I have avoided people and places that could make me vulnerable and have been fairly ruthless and selfish with that. Me being sober has to come first. Without that, I lose everything else. I work hard to remember how awful it was. 'I wasn't that bad' doesn't tend to enter my head much at all. I've sat with uncomfortable feelings, anxiety and worry and got through it sober. It gives me the confidence that I can face anything. I am healthy and happy. I have just spent 10 minutes laughing hysterically with my husband and son. A year ago I would be shut in the kitchen alone drinking. The change for us all is priceless
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