What_are_you_doing_today_for_your_recovery
i've done my almost
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Atlanta, GA
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What_are_you_doing_today_for_your_recovery
Hi all-
I subsribe to the "one day at a time" theory of recovery.
What I did yesterday may be great, but today is a new day, and that needs to be my focus.
What am I doing today for my recovery?
Praying.
Helping others.
Talking with other alcoholics.
...and finishing up my dui class tonight (court ordered)
Sooo... What actions are you doing today to ensure your recovery?
Kjell
I subsribe to the "one day at a time" theory of recovery.
What I did yesterday may be great, but today is a new day, and that needs to be my focus.
What am I doing today for my recovery?
Praying.
Helping others.
Talking with other alcoholics.
...and finishing up my dui class tonight (court ordered)
Sooo... What actions are you doing today to ensure your recovery?
Kjell
Riding Barefoot
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: St. Louis, MO
Posts: 452
Excellent question. Today I am going to be productive at work. I am going to bust my butt at the gym. I am going to pray and write in my journal about some of the thoughts that others around here have been posting because I haven't written in it in a while and I have seen some ideas that have really been helping me... and I'd like to hash some things out for myself. If that makes sense. I am going to try and smile at everyone I see. I am going to see if the library has some of the books that were recommended to me (thanks LaFemme). I am going to not take myself too seriously. 
Snarf Snarf
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: ATL
Posts: 835
Well, I started my day on my knees thanking God for waking me up and for giving me another day without alcohol. Then I finished watching a sermon on God's will that I began watching last night.
I stopped by SR, as I do every day.
Shortly I'll be heading to make my monthly probation payment and to keep my PO up to date on my progress. Actually thanked God for my probation visit today, because it's a powerful reminder of my mistakes and how far I've come since my arrest, and it's good to reinforce my intentions to never again be in conflict with law enforcement.
Once I get to work I'll try to be helpful to and not resentful of my coworkers, and I'll work as hard as I can for my employer to earn an honest day's wages. When I get home I'll do a little more Bible study and hop back on to SR to speak with other alcoholics.
Really excited about tomorrow. Since I lost my license it's been really difficult to attend the AA meetings I used to go to, but an old friend is a manager at a local alcohol-free breakfast & brunch restaurant that hosts AA meetings twice a week. So I get to see a good friend from my past and try out a new meeting. All while enjoying some yummy biscuits and sausage gravy.
Hope you have a great day Kjell. Good thread.
I stopped by SR, as I do every day.
Shortly I'll be heading to make my monthly probation payment and to keep my PO up to date on my progress. Actually thanked God for my probation visit today, because it's a powerful reminder of my mistakes and how far I've come since my arrest, and it's good to reinforce my intentions to never again be in conflict with law enforcement.
Once I get to work I'll try to be helpful to and not resentful of my coworkers, and I'll work as hard as I can for my employer to earn an honest day's wages. When I get home I'll do a little more Bible study and hop back on to SR to speak with other alcoholics.
Really excited about tomorrow. Since I lost my license it's been really difficult to attend the AA meetings I used to go to, but an old friend is a manager at a local alcohol-free breakfast & brunch restaurant that hosts AA meetings twice a week. So I get to see a good friend from my past and try out a new meeting. All while enjoying some yummy biscuits and sausage gravy.
Hope you have a great day Kjell. Good thread.
bona fido dog-lover
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: SF Bay area, CA
Posts: 99,784
I am really enjoying each sober day.
I wake up happy and grateful and go to bed the same way. I'm counting my blessings each day and being grateful for them all, the big ones and the small ones. I am taking good care of my beloved dogs and am grateful to be sober to do this.
Mostly what I do each day for my recovery is to be grateful. And I find that the more I'm grateful, the more I have to be grateful for. My blessings are multiplied just by counting them.
I read somewhere that a grateful alcoholic won't drink and I'm finding that to be true.
I wake up happy and grateful and go to bed the same way. I'm counting my blessings each day and being grateful for them all, the big ones and the small ones. I am taking good care of my beloved dogs and am grateful to be sober to do this. Mostly what I do each day for my recovery is to be grateful. And I find that the more I'm grateful, the more I have to be grateful for.
My blessings are multiplied just by counting them.I read somewhere that a grateful alcoholic won't drink and I'm finding that to be true.
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Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Dancing in the Light
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As always I come by SR, which does wonders for me.
And, today is a day off for me, so daughter and grandson are coming by for a visit. There is nothing that is more balancing for me than to spend time with my 20-month old grandson. His hugs and kisses are a blessing I will never take for granted.
And, today is a day off for me, so daughter and grandson are coming by for a visit. There is nothing that is more balancing for me than to spend time with my 20-month old grandson. His hugs and kisses are a blessing I will never take for granted.
Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Buffalo, NY
Posts: 92
Thanks for all of the posts, everyone. DITTO, DITTO, DITTO. Off to the gym to work my butt off. So much better without alcohol in my system from the night before.
Reread some of my earlier posts. Going back to those moments helps to keep me on track.
Grateful for another day without alcohol.
Reread some of my earlier posts. Going back to those moments helps to keep me on track.
Grateful for another day without alcohol.
Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: God's Grace
Posts: 2,464
Just For Today
Turn my will (thoughts) and my life (actions) over to my HP
Smile at someone
Exercise
Prayer
Tell myself that I love myself
Do something nice for someone today
Read recovery material
Cooking Pot Roast and Pork Chops
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Smile at someone
Exercise
Prayer
Tell myself that I love myself
Do something nice for someone today
Read recovery material
Cooking Pot Roast and Pork Chops
Job Search
Member
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: baltimore md
Posts: 20
Went to my Doctor this morning for a 3 month follow up. I quit drinking on my b-day 3 months ago, 11/1/10.
my numbers from blood work were better and i am down 25 pounds. i have more work with the weight but i know if i don't drink the rest will fall in place.
my numbers from blood work were better and i am down 25 pounds. i have more work with the weight but i know if i don't drink the rest will fall in place.
Member
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: NC
Posts: 1,737
Today I went to a meeting at noon and agreed to speak at Saturdays anniversary meeting. I have never told my story before so I am a bit nervous, but I think getting out of my comfort zone in this case is a good thing.
Member
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Tampa
Posts: 178
I'm living my life like "business as normal."
I refuse to let the fact that I have to adjust/eliminate one thing in my life effect me. Choosing sobriety is as simple as eliminating association with "one particular type" of beverage. My other habits and pass times weren't the cause of my dui or addiction to alcohol, so I refuse to punish myself by removing them.
What I do for my recovery is simple... I sip on water at night. I buy cases of bottled water (only 3.99 or so for a 24 case) and keep them in the fridge. For YEARS, I've had a cold drink around all night. WATER is a cold drink.
Don't take the toy out of the happy meal and don't let socialist dictators convince you they are the problem. You know the true problem and the true fix. You replace, the unhealthy food with healthy food, leave the toy in and enjoy life.
No need to reinvent my life. Just eliminate what's TRULY bad.
I refuse to let the fact that I have to adjust/eliminate one thing in my life effect me. Choosing sobriety is as simple as eliminating association with "one particular type" of beverage. My other habits and pass times weren't the cause of my dui or addiction to alcohol, so I refuse to punish myself by removing them.
What I do for my recovery is simple... I sip on water at night. I buy cases of bottled water (only 3.99 or so for a 24 case) and keep them in the fridge. For YEARS, I've had a cold drink around all night. WATER is a cold drink.
Don't take the toy out of the happy meal and don't let socialist dictators convince you they are the problem. You know the true problem and the true fix. You replace, the unhealthy food with healthy food, leave the toy in and enjoy life.
No need to reinvent my life. Just eliminate what's TRULY bad.
Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Texas
Posts: 507
Today I woke up and took a big gulp of my (second) favorite beverage. A Monster energy drink. It may be bad for me but it sure beats that triple shot of vodka with a splash of juice, right?
A little while ago I left a voicemail message for a woman I met at my first AA meeting on Friday. She seemed like someone I could relate to so I pushed aside the anxiety (what if she doesn't want to talk, what if she thinks I'm weird, I don't want to bother her, etc) and called.
Tonight I'm going to an AA meeting and then my partner is making me a wonderful dinner, complete with a nice glass of sparkling water.
I have a business trip tomorrow through Friday so I'm looking online for AA meetings in the D.C. area. If anyone knows of any, especially near Silver Spring, please let me know!
A little while ago I left a voicemail message for a woman I met at my first AA meeting on Friday. She seemed like someone I could relate to so I pushed aside the anxiety (what if she doesn't want to talk, what if she thinks I'm weird, I don't want to bother her, etc) and called.
Tonight I'm going to an AA meeting and then my partner is making me a wonderful dinner, complete with a nice glass of sparkling water.
I have a business trip tomorrow through Friday so I'm looking online for AA meetings in the D.C. area. If anyone knows of any, especially near Silver Spring, please let me know!
Grateful Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: MI
Posts: 1,080
Happy Monday SR!
I've worked half a day, busted my butt in the gym, went to the store to get healthy fixins for tonights Meatless Monday meal, and I've cleaned my house up a bit. These things have all made me feel productive, and have been waaaaaay more enjoyable than they used to be when I was hungover all the time!
I can't make a meeting tonight, but I plan on journaling a bit, and reading my big book, and coming to SR to see if theres anyone here I can help. I've already gotten 2 PM's regarding training and eating right, and it makes me so happy to be able to help people change their lives! Consider me your own private Jillian!
I've worked half a day, busted my butt in the gym, went to the store to get healthy fixins for tonights Meatless Monday meal, and I've cleaned my house up a bit. These things have all made me feel productive, and have been waaaaaay more enjoyable than they used to be when I was hungover all the time!
I can't make a meeting tonight, but I plan on journaling a bit, and reading my big book, and coming to SR to see if theres anyone here I can help. I've already gotten 2 PM's regarding training and eating right, and it makes me so happy to be able to help people change their lives! Consider me your own private Jillian!
Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 551
Hi I am new and have been reading your threads for a week or so. It is day 29 for me. After a solid 20 years of drinking with it getting heavier and heavier, red wine. One bottle and maybe one and half and then weekends up to two a night. I can't believe I have made it to 29 days. I have lost weight and am just starting to find myself again. Mornings I am still a little sad. Thank you to everyone for sharing it really is insirational.
Riding Barefoot
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: St. Louis, MO
Posts: 452
Originally Posted by ring 
Hi I am new and have been reading your threads for a week or so. It is day 29 for me. After a solid 20 years of drinking with it getting heavier and heavier, red wine. One bottle and maybe one and half and then weekends up to two a night. I can't believe I have made it to 29 days. I have lost weight and am just starting to find myself again. Mornings I am still a little sad. Thank you to everyone for sharing it really is insirational.
i've done my almost
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Atlanta, GA
Posts: 1,934
Welcome Ring and congrats on your 29 days (that's great!).
We look forward to having you in our online sober community.
I've been sober for over a year now and SR has helped me greatly.
We can and do recover. You can be living proof of that.
Again, welcome.
Kjell
We look forward to having you in our online sober community.
I've been sober for over a year now and SR has helped me greatly.
We can and do recover. You can be living proof of that.
Again, welcome.
Kjell
Its time for bed
Join Date: Jun 2009
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I did not trash talk someone behind there back when the opportunity was there.
Calmly diffused my wifes anger over the little things again today, which has been a bit much lately. I did so without having drinks like I used to numb myself when being yelled at.
Took some long and deep breaths when I felt stressed and did some more on the way back home.
Prayed for those who are sickened from their addictions because I remember the hell that life was when our body and mind becomes toxic
Calmly diffused my wifes anger over the little things again today, which has been a bit much lately. I did so without having drinks like I used to numb myself when being yelled at.
Took some long and deep breaths when I felt stressed and did some more on the way back home.
Prayed for those who are sickened from their addictions because I remember the hell that life was when our body and mind becomes toxic
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