A week of sobriety in review
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A week of sobriety in review
Well, it will be officially a week in a few hours, and I'd like to share my experience thus far.
While I am still struggling with the guilt that led me to get sober I have to say this was a great week.
Physically I feel better every day. Emotionally I am having my ups and downs as to be expected. I have accomplished much more than I would have if I had been drinking and smoking. I don't want to pat myself on the back too much but I am proud of myself for facing this and doing what I need to despite the withdrawals.
It's true what they say about each time you withdrawal it gets worse and worse. I never want to feel the way I did each of the previous days leading up to today. I know the withdrawals aren't over and the road ahead will not be a smooth easy ride. For the first time being sober I look forward to the challenge, because on the inside I know I am good enough and strong enough to do this.
I am grateful I still have people who love me and are in my corner, even though I have yet to reveal how bad off I really was/am. Only time will heal things, I cannot force it or expect it to happen over night. I look forward to going to AA tomorrow and having another day sober.
Best wishes to all.
While I am still struggling with the guilt that led me to get sober I have to say this was a great week.
Physically I feel better every day. Emotionally I am having my ups and downs as to be expected. I have accomplished much more than I would have if I had been drinking and smoking. I don't want to pat myself on the back too much but I am proud of myself for facing this and doing what I need to despite the withdrawals.
It's true what they say about each time you withdrawal it gets worse and worse. I never want to feel the way I did each of the previous days leading up to today. I know the withdrawals aren't over and the road ahead will not be a smooth easy ride. For the first time being sober I look forward to the challenge, because on the inside I know I am good enough and strong enough to do this.
I am grateful I still have people who love me and are in my corner, even though I have yet to reveal how bad off I really was/am. Only time will heal things, I cannot force it or expect it to happen over night. I look forward to going to AA tomorrow and having another day sober.
Best wishes to all.
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Thanks for a positive and helpful post Serotonin. I remember that first week well - and I agree it's something I never want to repeat.
Congratulations on your week. Things are going to keep getting better - we're proud of you.
Congratulations on your week. Things are going to keep getting better - we're proud of you.
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