SunnyCityGirl

My days of partying may FINALLLY have come to an end. I have mixed emotions, but I realize the need for a life change. Healtful eating and exercise can only take me so far when I am held back by my bar hopping, cocktail loving, happy hour mindset.

I am relieved that there are options to being hungover and tired lots of the time. I can wake up and exercise, clean, or make a healthy meal to prepare for the day. While my alcohol abuse seems minor to some other people's experience, I realize that time would simply lead me down that path. I am excited to finally take action.

But, also I feel like I am greiving the loss of a friend. I would never let a person treat me the way that I have allowed booze to dominate and control my life.

My friends and family have been really supportive. I think this is a great step for my heath, I hope I am up for the challenge.

Bye, bye boozy drinks.

ChickChick

to SR SunnyCityGirl! I think you are making a smart decision.

Verte

Good for you! Welcome to the forum SunnyCityGirl

I regularly read and sometimes post...this helps manage what I was warned about by the seasoned SRers...the roller coaster that inevitably occurs, often surprisingly, while maintaining the commitment to sobriety.

You sound determined. Stick around. This forum is a sobriety-saver

Soberpotamus

Welcome

LBrain

When you mourn the loss of your friend (alcohol) it is a clear indication that you are one of us.
Welcome.

AZliving

Glad you found us, SunnyCityGirl. Welcome.

Hevyn

Good to meet you SunnyCityGirl. I like your attitude. You don't need it - it never helps.

Welcome to a great place for support & friendship. You can do this.

Anna

Ah, yes, it's interesting isn't it. Alcohol becomes a friend we are so afraid to lose, but it's a friend who attempts to destroy everything good in our lives.

You will find lots of understanding and support here.