Slightly nervous about tomorrow!
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Slightly nervous about tomorrow!
Tomorrow is my graduation party. It will be mostly family. The first part will be at a park until it closes then back to my parents house. My parents and extended family are, for the most part non-drinkers, but occasionally someone will bring some beer. I do have a few people that don't drink to stand by. Just slightly nervous I may give in, if the chance even comes up. Just needed to get that out there!
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Originally Posted by keithy 
Just slightly nervous I may give in, if the chance even comes up.
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Keithy congratulations on your graduation - awesome! Only you can bend your elbow, open your mouth and swallow. Be proud, stay stopped. No one will unduly "pressure" you to drink. If you were "pressured" to do something you were passionately opposed to, say, cut off your arm for instance, would you? If offered, politely decline. This is your day -celebrate in style. Good job!!
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Originally Posted by keithy
You are right. I don't want to drink. I hope no one pressures as well.
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Congratulations on your graduation, keithy!
Someone here told me early on (I think it was Anna) to remember that we don't have to act on every thought that goes through our head. That helped me (it was a novel concept at the time!).
This is YOUR day and it's special enough - you're special enough - that you don't need alcohol (or anyone pushing a drink on you). Stay in the moment and enjoy it!
Someone here told me early on (I think it was Anna) to remember that we don't have to act on every thought that goes through our head. That helped me (it was a novel concept at the time!).
This is YOUR day and it's special enough - you're special enough - that you don't need alcohol (or anyone pushing a drink on you). Stay in the moment and enjoy it!
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It's good that you're wary about this Keithy cos that means you don't want to drink 
It's not a bad thing to be on guard. But don't stress too much. Practice saying 'no thanks' in your head (I do that) and have faith in yourself. Let us know how you get on x
It's not a bad thing to be on guard. But don't stress too much. Practice saying 'no thanks' in your head (I do that) and have faith in yourself. Let us know how you get on x
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Originally Posted by keithy
Thanks folks really appreciate it! Will let you know how it goes! i am practicing saying no in my head already!
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Keithy - That's progress - preparing yourself for the temptation - good that you are aware & ready for what might happen. I think it'll be fine, since you've thought about it in advance. Be proud of yourself for this accomplishment - congratulations on your big day. You have so much to look forward to.
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I'm glad it went well...The best thing you did was prepare yourself for it...That's smart...Don't get overconfidant about it...But that strengthens your sobriety...Be vigilant...And don't drink today....Nice job!
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