First day of soberity

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12-03-2013, 04:18 PM

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WMR

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First day of soberity

Hey everyone. This is my first day of sobriety. I'm a active duty infantry soldier and I've been an alcoholic for nearly 4 1/2 years except for the year I was deployed. I've finally hit the point where I'm ready to deal with my substance abuse probably. So here I am and wish me luck

12-03-2013, 04:19 PM

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haveaproblem

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Good luck WMR. SR is a great place to find support from people who have been there and done that. Welcome to the community!

12-03-2013, 04:22 PM

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Vigilance

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Welcome.
Thank you for your service.

12-03-2013, 04:24 PM

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Thanks I'm feeling very optimistic. It's time for me to let myself experience happiness. Time to let myself be happy again

12-03-2013, 04:25 PM

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Hevyn

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Welcome to the family WMR - we're so glad you joined us. You're never alone & we all understand.

Many never face the fact that they are alcoholics - you've acknowledged it and reached out for support. It is wonderful to be free of it. You can do this!

12-03-2013, 04:27 PM

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Dee74

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Welcome to SR

12-03-2013, 04:44 PM

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Leana

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Welcome - and thank you for your service!

12-03-2013, 04:52 PM

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Thanks for all the support! I'm glad to finally be here. Ready to move on with my life

12-03-2013, 05:13 PM

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to the family.

You'll find lots of support here. I'm glad you joined us.

12-03-2013, 05:18 PM

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Lifeisforliving

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Welcome! We're so glad you found us - we've been waiting for you.

12-03-2013, 06:40 PM

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Does one know of a support group that is not religious in nature?

12-03-2013, 06:43 PM

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Dee74

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There's many different approaches and methods of recovery around WMR - here's some links to some of the main players, including AA:

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...formation.html

I believe most of those listed above are secular in nature (no higher power) except Celebrate Recovery and AA.

I recommend you visit the Secular Connections forum if you think you may benefit from a non 12 step approach.

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