Got through day 1
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Got through day 1
So I can't believe I'm finally ready to quit for good. I've been "thinking" about it for years. But last Tuesday was bad. I had to leave work from a hangover and anxiety attack. I don't want to lose my job. I decided then I wanted to quit. Went 2 days then drank Thursday Friday and Saturday. Woke up this morning with a headache but didn't sleep the day away like I usually do on the weekends. I feel confident that I can make it another day, it's after that I'm worried about. Just taking it one day at a time. Baby steps. I think I really need some alone time too, I've been cutting my husbands head off all day, and a little edgy with my son. Goodnight everyone. I'm glad I didn't drink today.
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Good job on day one. One day at a time you can do this. I listen to soft music every night for a while when I go to bed. It really helps me. I will keep you in my prayer that you have a quiet peaceful night. Glad you joined us.
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Hi- many a time in the first few weeks I literally took it five minutes at a time.
I didnt sleep but still decided that I would bear that, because the incremental self esteem that I began to get back with each day of sobriety was worth the trade. It was one of the hardest things ive EVER done, but also one of the BEST things ive ever done .
No one can take it from you. Just remember the beginning can be the roughest in some ways and it won't always be like this. But it will be like this a bit in the tunnel youre taking out .
I didnt sleep but still decided that I would bear that, because the incremental self esteem that I began to get back with each day of sobriety was worth the trade. It was one of the hardest things ive EVER done, but also one of the BEST things ive ever done .
No one can take it from you. Just remember the beginning can be the roughest in some ways and it won't always be like this. But it will be like this a bit in the tunnel youre taking out .
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Congratulations on day 1. If you can make it to day 1 than you can make it to day 2. For those who have been prisoners to addiction, you know that 1 day, even 1 hour can be an amazing achievement. Congrats again
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Congrats on day 1 - wonderful! This work is where the good things come from.
I was really raw physically and emotionally at first. Some people have a hard time sleeping. Be gentle with yourself and rest (even if you're not sleeping) as much as you can. Drink lots of water and eat good foods. Eat ice cream! Talk to people here. Take hot baths or showers. You can do this. I think the first few weeks are the hardest.
Congrats on day 1 - wonderful! This work is where the good things come from.
I was really raw physically and emotionally at first. Some people have a hard time sleeping. Be gentle with yourself and rest (even if you're not sleeping) as much as you can. Drink lots of water and eat good foods. Eat ice cream! Talk to people here. Take hot baths or showers. You can do this. I think the first few weeks are the hardest.
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Thank you everyone! I managed a few hours of sleep and feel good today! I NEVER want to feel bad at work ever again because of alcohol. I truly don't know how I've managed to keep a job. But I'm here and feel great. Day 2, welcome!
Very Happy for you Jillian2563
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