Phillyphan8811

I don't know why I had myself convinced I didn't have a problem. I need to stop the drinking and it starts today.

Hevyn

I don't know why we do it, Philly - but I did it for decades! It's so hard to let go, but you will love your new life. You'll be free from that toxic stuff. You can do it.

Muunray

I couldn't see much when I was in the midst of my drinking.

Anna

Glad you're back. It's the addict mind trying to convince you that there is no problem. When you learn to recognize the voice and dismiss it, it's a big step forward.

Phillyphan8811

I just have no idea why I continue to do the things I do. I love playing sports, exercising and all around things that don't involve drinking. I shouldn't drink and jeopardize my health. I need to get rid of all the shot glasses, wine glasses, beer glasses etc.

willie00

good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dee74

There's no logic to it I think - it's more visceral than that.
Welcome back Phillyphan8811 - whats your plan now?

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Phillyphan8811

My plan is to quit, live a healthier life style, and read some literature on help quitting. The good thing is my brother (my roommate) quit and so did my one good friend. I have options.

Dee74

ok...good luck with your plan

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Ptcapote

It looks like you might also be from Philly, Phillyphan---me too. We can do it, we Philly people are tough! Good luck and hope to see you keep posting. (And don't watch the Eagles any time soon---NOT good for sobriety

Phillyphan8811

Hahahaha. The Flyers aren't either. Thanks for the support!

Phillyphan8811

Just poured out all the alcohol i had.

soberclover

When I decided to quit drinking I got rid of all the alcohol in the house AS WELL AS got rid of all drinking-related glasses, wine bottle openers, any alcohol pictues, magnets, coasters...all the "stuff" that was directly linked to my drinking. I felt bad for getting rid of my wine glasses but it was a must for me. I think you are on the right path!

Phillyphan8811

What did you do with all the glassware?

bigsombrero

Thanks for this post, just remembered I have a bunch of wine glasses, martini glasses, shot glasses, etc in my apartment still. They gotta go...initially I thought craigslist but screw that, I'm just tossing 'em.

least

I'm glad you came back and that you're giving it another go.

least

Why don't you give them to Goodwill? They can make money with them.

paul99

Quitting was easy for me. Staying quit was the difficult part. What's the plan for staying quit?

All the best in your journey

Hope4Life

It sounds like you already have a built in support group, excellent!

Glad you have come back to us and look forward to hearing about your success!

When I gave it up all my pint glasses were sold to a friend, so I think that you have the right idea.

Peace and sobriety to you!

Phillyphan8811

Honestly, I'm a health nut. I also am on various sports teams. Today I got up at 4:30 to go to the gym. I'm still feeling a bit ill but it is subsiding. I do have a lot of hobbies that don't have to involve drinking: Comic books, video games, running, gym, sports etc. The big thing for me is going to be not getting caught up w/ the after sports socials at bars etc.

In all honesty I'm glad to get this bar going out of the way. I'm sick of waking up with big tabs on my debit card. I'm sick of seeing "Liquor Control Board" charges. I just want to turn over a new leaf.

I'm hoping to get a mountain bike this spring. I already do my spinning class 4 or more times a week.