Carrie36

I struggle everyday to be aware of my alcoholism and to stay in the 'one day at a time' frame of mind.

Im working hard. My sobriety is the most important thing in my life right now. It determines whether I live or die.

To some that may seem dramatic, to those that dont get it.

But I know many of you know its a reality. Its a reality we share.

So I am trying hard not to get lazy or complacent with my sobriety. I need to remember how alcohol has affected my life.

Thats why Im here today
29 days sober.

Snarf

When you are complacent, you have a tendency to become lazy. That's a problem I believe for many of us. We need to continue to work hard on our recovery. Great job on your near-month without alcohol!

Stang

As the memories of hangovers, arrest, family fights get old it's easy to give in to the addict voice. I know when I am feeling good I still have to be careful not to give in. It gets better as time goes on. That voice in my head is less and less frequent.

SSIL75

I'm trying not to be complacent, either. I'm also trying to move on from the past though. It's a hard line to straddle. Right now I'm just relieved to not have alcohol as an option. That was really my turning point. Realizing that it was not an option, ever.

Ananda

I have to understand the absolute seriousnous of this desiease..but at some point...find some hope..something to lighten your heart...living in fear will only take you so far

LaFemme

I sometimes worry its to easy...and I'm too happy. SR keeps me grounded but every week I tray andpush myself a little further.

least

It's been ten months since my last (the last) relapse but the memory of how bad I felt for days is still fresh in my mind. I never want to hate myself like that again. Another thing that helps me stay sober, helps me want to stay sober, is giving thanks each day for what I am blessed with, sobriety being number One on my list of thanks. I find that being grateful helps me to keep things in perspective and helps me to remind myself where I came from... and where I never want to go back to... and where I am today - a far better place.

firestorm090

Hang in there Carrie!!

Congrats on 29 days!!

Complacency is human but at least you recognize it and can turn it around.

fighttowin

good job!! keep fighting

Anna

I think complacency can be dangerous, too.

I find that coming here really helps me.

Kmber2010

Good thoughts Carrie and what a great attitude.