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Hi everyone,
Long time reader, first time poster to these forums. I've been working on my sobriety on my own for the past couple of months, and aside from a few slip-ups, I've been doing alright. I feel it's important to take full advantage of these forums though, as AA is not really an option for me.
I do plan on posting because I've made the decision to be sober permanently. I've been reading a lot of books on quitting, and I am excited to spend the rest of my life sober and free of any hold alcohol has over me. I come from a large family full of alcoholics, and have seen first hand the harm it does. I have struggled with this addiction for many years now, and I am very pleased with the emotional and mental improvements I've experienced within the past month and a half being relatively sober. I find that I am generally happier and more positive, with much more energy and a much more upbeat attitude.
What has really helped me, though, was the fact that I was not having fun drinking anymore. The past few times I drank, I paid attention to this closely. It really isn't fun anymore for me. It doesn't give me any benefits. I feel that it is because I am at a relatively advanced stage of alcoholism, and when you're at this stage, then you no longer reap any of the "fun" parts of it. If that makes any sense whatsoever.
Anyway, good luck to you all and have a great (and sober) new years.
Long time reader, first time poster to these forums. I've been working on my sobriety on my own for the past couple of months, and aside from a few slip-ups, I've been doing alright. I feel it's important to take full advantage of these forums though, as AA is not really an option for me.
I do plan on posting because I've made the decision to be sober permanently. I've been reading a lot of books on quitting, and I am excited to spend the rest of my life sober and free of any hold alcohol has over me. I come from a large family full of alcoholics, and have seen first hand the harm it does. I have struggled with this addiction for many years now, and I am very pleased with the emotional and mental improvements I've experienced within the past month and a half being relatively sober. I find that I am generally happier and more positive, with much more energy and a much more upbeat attitude.
What has really helped me, though, was the fact that I was not having fun drinking anymore. The past few times I drank, I paid attention to this closely. It really isn't fun anymore for me. It doesn't give me any benefits. I feel that it is because I am at a relatively advanced stage of alcoholism, and when you're at this stage, then you no longer reap any of the "fun" parts of it. If that makes any sense whatsoever.
Anyway, good luck to you all and have a great (and sober) new years.
Mary2
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Scotland
Posts: 215
im on day 5 now and I must say im feeling great....I think once you get into the correct mindset its easier....I love reading on here...so welcome and good luck. I genuinely never want to drink again xxxxxxxx
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