Finally scared to death of drugs and alcohol
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Finally scared to death of drugs and alcohol
I just suffered through a minor withdrawal for 3 days after a recent relapse and my clarity of mind is returning. My anxieties are subsiding. I found this forum and it has gotten me through the more intense moments. And for once in my life instead of looking for an escape or release I am scared to death of drugs and alcohol. I am eager to see what continued sobriety will do for me psychologically and physically. Feelin' good!
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Hi Michael. I'm new to these boards and to sobriety. I came here looking for support in remaining sober after a recent DWI arrest. One thing many people have said to me that has stuck with me is that "fear fades." It's a good reminder that, although right now I am terrified because of my arrest, in time that will fade and if I don't have a plan in place to help me remain sober, I will slip back into old ways of doing things.
Just wanted to share that, as I found it very helpful. Best of luck!
Just wanted to share that, as I found it very helpful. Best of luck!
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Alison, you have like the same sober date as me. Thanks for your reply. As far as my sober plan, it's staying on these boards and going to meetings with a rad sober friend of mine who has 9 years under his belt.
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Hi Michael! You never have to go back to that awful place again. I wish I'd been scared of alcohol long before I was. It is something to fear - it steals our joy and rules our world if we let it.
Great job on your sober days. You are going to do it this time - and every day will get a bit better than the last.
Great job on your sober days. You are going to do it this time - and every day will get a bit better than the last.
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Originally Posted by MichaelV 
As far as my sober plan, it's staying on these boards and going to meetings with a rad sober friend of mine who has 9 years under his belt.
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Michael & Alison congrats!!!!!!!!!!!! You've both made the best decisions of your lives! Friday I will be 60 days clean and I nevvvvver thought it would be possible - you just need to live one day at a time..its the only way! Just For Today! This forum is amazing and you can get some amazing support, however, I would definitely attend Meetings. They truely carried me through my first 56 days. You should come up with a solid plan because a goal without plan is simply a wish..Good luck!!!
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Michael, I'm so glad you found us, and even better, I'm glad you have a friend who's going to support you outside of here. This site is awesome and you'll meet plenty of new online friends here. Welcome to SR!! 
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