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I am 37 yr old woman, I have been drinking since The age of 12. I have a problem and have been trying to quit. After many failed attempts I am ready to commit to being sober, I have been talking to my pastor, and admitted tho her my problem. She has been very supportive and encouraging. I will go 2 or 3 days without drinking, and then start again. My husband also drinks, I have talked to him about my problem, he is the type that would rather ignore the problem than deal with it.
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welcome to SR igottobesober.
Theres lots of people here who've been in yr situation, and many will reply
Please feel free to wander about and read some posts - I'm sure you'll find something useful,
When I was quitting drinking the most important thing for me was to make a daily commitment not to drink today.
Day by day you'll get there. Some days are easy, some are definitely not, but SR is always here Having the support of yr pastor is great too.
I hope to see you around some more
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Theres lots of people here who've been in yr situation, and many will reply
Please feel free to wander about and read some posts - I'm sure you'll find something useful,
When I was quitting drinking the most important thing for me was to make a daily commitment not to drink today.
Day by day you'll get there. Some days are easy, some are definitely not, but SR is always here
Having the support of yr pastor is great too.I hope to see you around some more
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Welcome to SR and congrats on your decision to live a sober life. It's not always easy, but it's as simple as Don't pick up that first drink! One day at a time you can stay sober. Welcome to the SR family!
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Thought I had day one beat. Now my husband just went to get beer. He ask me if I wanted some and I said no. He said he did, so he went to get some. We have talked about it being a problem for me. It upsets me that he isnt more supportive.
I am not going to drink. Thanks for all the encouraging words. I am glad I found this site, I really think it is going to help.
I am not going to drink. Thanks for all the encouraging words. I am glad I found this site, I really think it is going to help.
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Congrats on recognising you have a problem, and for reaching out, welcome aboard
Great post anna. It sucks that your husband isn't supporting you right now. But like anna said, you can set a good example and show him the light.
You will love it here - be strong!
Great post anna. It sucks that your husband isn't supporting you right now. But like anna said, you can set a good example and show him the light.
You will love it here - be strong!
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thanks silly billy, he drank 4 beers and went to bed, he can do that. I drink one and cant stop untill its gone. It has been hard but I havent drank one. I am on my third glass of ice water, and am thinking about having abowl of ice cream.
it'll distract you and make you feel good - in a different way.
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Hi Gottobe, I'll try and keep this short. I'm not one for smiley faces or warm fuzzies. I do, however, offer advice. You have recognized that you have a drinking problem. That is your problem that you alone can fix. It may be a bit more difficult if your husband isn't behind you on this, but this is something you can learn to handle. First off, start going to AA meetings. If there's a woman's only meeting in your area, try that one first. Tell them that you're new and need help. They'll be on you like white on rice. AA has saved thousands of lives, mine included. Please, give it a try.
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Originally Posted by igottobesober 
thanks silly billy, he drank 4 beers and went to bed, he can do that. I drink one and cant stop untill its gone. It has been hard but I havent drank one. I am on my third glass of ice water, and am thinking about having abowl of ice cream.
Have you talked to your Doctor? Considered AA? Rehab? Therapy?
Apart from reading here I would recommend reading books that might help you, "Under the Influence", "Staying Sober" and others. Another useful idea is exercise and nutrition, also relaxation techniques and meditation.
Good luck.
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