Day 3. First post.binge drinker
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Day 3. First post.binge drinker
I'm a binge drinker that also makes me an alcoholic and I have to admit that but it's hard. I can't drink without getting black out drunk. Even if I only do it once a week on a Saturday or every couple weeks, it's still a problem. I haven't been to a meeting. Drinking is how I deal with social insecurities. I tend to "wine down" when I am overwhelmed or stressed. I can't control my drinking. It's ruining my marriage and my 4 year old knows what wine is, when I'm drinking chardonnay and says it smells like wine or I smell like wine. I need help.
Last edited by Mindyc; 08-16-2014 at 03:00 AM. Reason: Added binge drinker to title
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Join Date: Aug 2014
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Hello MindyC, Congratulations on the first 2 leaps towards sobriety. 1) Admitting you have a problem with alcohol. 2) Taking steps (joining SR) to fix the problem. What's next? Consider seeing a Dr., joining a support group (AA, Lifering), reading list, distractions to cravings (A/V, addict/alcohol voice)(walking, jigsaw puzzles, etc.), learn to meditate.
The best of times with your 4 year old are right around the corner. Sports, school plays/recitals, scouting, field trips, sleep overs, birthday parties...
Good job realizing the problem when you did.
God speed.
Resolv
The best of times with your 4 year old are right around the corner. Sports, school plays/recitals, scouting, field trips, sleep overs, birthday parties...
Good job realizing the problem when you did.
God speed.
Resolv
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Hello and welcome.
I drank every way possible. Maintenance, binges and finally every day.
Good for you for admitting you may have a problem, that's a big first step.
Sounds like things are starting to get out of control. Alcoholism has a progressive component. If the alcoholic doesn't stop completely, the drinking will generally increases.
I know, I've been there until I hit a very nasty bottom. Black outs are a bad sign.
I hope you can quit. AA or other programs of recovery can be a life saver.
Your child doesn't have to watch you, as he/she grows up, as a drinker.
You'll find a lot of support here, too. So read and post away.
Best to you.
I drank every way possible. Maintenance, binges and finally every day.
Good for you for admitting you may have a problem, that's a big first step.
Sounds like things are starting to get out of control. Alcoholism has a progressive component. If the alcoholic doesn't stop completely, the drinking will generally increases.
I know, I've been there until I hit a very nasty bottom. Black outs are a bad sign.
I hope you can quit. AA or other programs of recovery can be a life saver.
Your child doesn't have to watch you, as he/she grows up, as a drinker.
You'll find a lot of support here, too. So read and post away.
Best to you.
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Location: Deep in the heart of Texas
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Welcome. I'm a mom & was a bing drinker until black-out as well. I know your thoughts, feelings, shame, regret & depression and how it is crippling your life. What a precious gift you are giving your daughter. Most importantly though, you're giving it to yourself.
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