End of day 2
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End of day 2
I have finally admitted to myself that I have an addiction to alcohol. I took my first step tonight and went to a meeting. Today I'm feeling angry with myself for taking so long to come to terms and scared that I will lose my way again. I'm also angry with others in my life for writing me letters telling me that I need to take care of myself and control my problem. So much going on in my head. I hope with time it can be more positive.
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welcome yellowambrosia 
give yourself a little time - this is a massive change, and your emotions are likely to stay in flux for a while
yesterday is gone...todays the day to focus on.
I'm glad you've found us
D
give yourself a little time - this is a massive change, and your emotions are likely to stay in flux for a while
yesterday is gone...todays the day to focus on.
I'm glad you've found us
D
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Originally Posted by yellowambrosia 
I have finally admitted to myself that I have an addiction to alcohol. I took my first step tonight and went to a meeting. Today I'm feeling angry with myself for taking so long to come to terms and scared that I will lose my way again. I'm also angry with others in my life for writing me letters telling me that I need to take care of myself and control my problem. So much going on in my head. I hope with time it can be more positive.
You are on the right track.
Keep up the meeting and try and go easy with the negative self talk.
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Hi YA, you've done brilliantly finally facing reality and making a decision to stop. And 2 days is huge if you're used to drinking every day. Your anger is part of a complex swirl of emotions, combined with physical withdrawal. Try to ride it through without acting on it, because it may be temporary and you don't want to do anything you'll regret later.
Instead, concentrate on your plan. How are you going to cope with cravings? Do you have a time of the day when you're used to taking a drink? Plan to eat then, or exercise or whatever takes your mind away. Habits can be very strong.
Your recovery is about you, and your best chance of success is to make your plans and avoid getting caught up with how other react.
Instead, concentrate on your plan. How are you going to cope with cravings? Do you have a time of the day when you're used to taking a drink? Plan to eat then, or exercise or whatever takes your mind away. Habits can be very strong.
Your recovery is about you, and your best chance of success is to make your plans and avoid getting caught up with how other react.
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Originally Posted by yellowambrosia
I have finally admitted to myself that I have an addiction to alcohol. I took my first step tonight and went to a meeting.
All the best.
Bob R
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