Mirage74

Well I caved to the holiday pressures and family battles and fell off the wagon. Decided it's time to get back on. This time I'm not going to beat myself up over it. I realize I struggle with addiction and I unfortunately didn't hold up. I know many of us are struggling and you know what? That's ok, it's called alcoholism. If something comes up, try to find someone to talk to before you drink. For the rest who have stayed sober, great job and thanks for your support.

lorelei

Holding your hand xx

KateL

Great attitude xx

HeadLump

Thank you for your post, Mirage, and well done for your honesty and for climbing right back on that wagon I'm sure your post will have helped many people today

Dee74

what are your plans for the holiday pressures and family battles now mirage - how will you handle them?

D

SeaScape

thank you for your post! i have had the same experiences recently - but i am committed to a sober holiday season now.

Mirage74

D, I am trying to handle them the best I can. I just realize it's time to stop relying on alcohol as a crutch and it will be a better X-Mas if I stay sober. Thanks for asking.

Hevyn

Good that you got back on track now Mirage - you could've waited until Jan. 2 like I probably would have.

Mirage74

I actually thought about that Hevyn. I just don't think mentally or even physically can take 2 more weeks of drinking at the pace I have been. If I stop today, I know come Jan 2 I'll be glad I did.

mecanix

Hey Mirage ,
I'm sad it happened but glad you are back now in the end drinking just caused me suffering .

Bestwishes, m

Nonsensical

All of us against the addiction. Welcome back to the fight.

Mirage74

Well, I've fallen off again. I'm sorry for the false alarm esp. after all the encouragement. All I can say is, I've identified my trigger, it's my family. I have put up with their crap for far too long. I put that issue to rest once and for all, I can get sober. Hope to be back soon, hope you'll have me back. Thanks again

Hevyn

Of course - we'll be here. You'll be even more determined Mirage. Just don't go too long or it'll be that much harder on you.

Mizzuno

Hello Mirage
I think your honesty will serve you well through this process, and I thank you for being honest. I hope that you make it back here quickly. Please be safe and know that you have people who care for your well-being and want the best for you.