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Old 04-28-2014, 12:48 PM
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A small victory
My husband is having one of those days...he's grumpy, short-tempered...and pretty much impossible to be around...so we ended up having an argument over silly things

I feel pretty crappy right now...but I didn't drink! I will not drink today!
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Old 04-28-2014, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by patricia68 View Post
My husband is having one of those days...he's grumpy, short-tempered...and pretty much impossible to be around...so we ended up having an argument over silly things

I feel pretty crappy right now...but I didn't drink! I will not drink today!
Well done Patricia, one day at a time.
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Old 04-28-2014, 01:04 PM
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That is very cool, great stuff!
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Old 04-28-2014, 01:09 PM
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way to go patricia, good job not taking a drink
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Sorry you are going through that Patricia, but proud of you for not drinking
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Small victories like that feel great don't they? Congrats!
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Well done! Dealing with strong emotions is key I think
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It never makes anything better or easier. Wish it hadn't taken me decades to admit that!
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Old 04-28-2014, 02:08 PM
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My biggest struggle is anger. I don't know how to deal with it without alcohol...so far I just hide and have a good cry, I wish I could handle it better...but at least I'm not drinking...
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Bad days happen...and those closest to us can have bad days too...congrats on staying focused Patricia

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Old 04-28-2014, 02:13 PM
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My biggest struggle is anger. I don't know how to deal with it without alcohol...so far I just hide and have a good cry, I wish I could handle it better...but at least I'm not drinking...
Have you tried counseling or even considered it?
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Old 04-28-2014, 03:22 PM
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Have you tried counseling or even considered it?
Yes I am seeing a counsellor...Cognitive behavioral therapy...Mindful Relaxation...meditation...but when I get really angry I forget everything I've learned with her
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