hey, i'm new here..
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Biloxi, MS
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hey, i'm new here..
so, uh...i had a friend reccomend this site to me.
i'm 20, my name is amanda and i'm from mississippi...i've never really sought out help for my drinking...i think i've just recently came to the conclusion that it is actually a problem. sometimes i dont even really know if i WANT to quit, although i know i need to...and i want to...i dont know...its just confusing.
anyways, i'm just dropping in to say hi and introduce myself. so hi!
i'm 20, my name is amanda and i'm from mississippi...i've never really sought out help for my drinking...i think i've just recently came to the conclusion that it is actually a problem. sometimes i dont even really know if i WANT to quit, although i know i need to...and i want to...i dont know...its just confusing.
anyways, i'm just dropping in to say hi and introduce myself. so hi!
Member
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Georgia
Posts: 109
Hey Amanda,
Triegger here, alcoholic. Welcome to SR, you have found a place full of great people and support. I understand what you mean about being unsure about wanting to quit. When I first started to question whether I had a problem I was scared that if I had to quit how would I cope.
Did not take long for me to learn that by the time you start to think you have a problem you probably do. You are taking that first step and reaching out, way to go. The gang will be by in a few to say hi and offer the support.
Were pulling for you, keep posting
Triegger
Triegger here, alcoholic. Welcome to SR, you have found a place full of great people and support. I understand what you mean about being unsure about wanting to quit. When I first started to question whether I had a problem I was scared that if I had to quit how would I cope.
Did not take long for me to learn that by the time you start to think you have a problem you probably do. You are taking that first step and reaching out, way to go. The gang will be by in a few to say hi and offer the support.
Were pulling for you, keep posting
Triegger
Member
Join Date: May 2003
Location: El Paso, Tx
Posts: 5,862
Hi Amanda,
Welcome to SR! Boy your not alone in those thoughts, confusing is right. But when you get to the point you know you MUST quit, are comfortable in that decision, realize, life goes on and sobriety is a blessing, it becomes more clear. We're glad your here!
Welcome to SR! Boy your not alone in those thoughts, confusing is right. But when you get to the point you know you MUST quit, are comfortable in that decision, realize, life goes on and sobriety is a blessing, it becomes more clear. We're glad your here!
Headed in the right direction.
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Las Vegas
Posts: 257
HI Amanda,
You don't need to diagnose yourself ....yet...all you need is a desire to stop drinking. You have that, so WELCOME!
We are all here because we share a common desire to quit. I've stopped for a week now and it really feels good.
Be sure to pop back on here and tell us all what you are now able to do with your clear head, free time and more money!! Sobriety is a true gift. Each hour you have is a new opportunity for a better way of life. You are young, so I see it as you got smart a lot younger than I did. Bravo to you! ...but ask any of us, if you start your sobriety now... you are going to be able to, save yourself a lot of the heartache, DUI's, risked lives, sicknes, barf, lost friends, lost family etc. that a lot of us have had to endure.
Keep coming back here for strength and encouragement, new friend.
You don't need to diagnose yourself ....yet...all you need is a desire to stop drinking. You have that, so WELCOME!
We are all here because we share a common desire to quit. I've stopped for a week now and it really feels good.
Be sure to pop back on here and tell us all what you are now able to do with your clear head, free time and more money!! Sobriety is a true gift. Each hour you have is a new opportunity for a better way of life. You are young, so I see it as you got smart a lot younger than I did. Bravo to you! ...but ask any of us, if you start your sobriety now... you are going to be able to, save yourself a lot of the heartache, DUI's, risked lives, sicknes, barf, lost friends, lost family etc. that a lot of us have had to endure.
Keep coming back here for strength and encouragement, new friend.
Member
Join Date: May 2004
Location: east coast
Posts: 2,440
Welcome Amanda,
We only have today. We live for the day, and tell ourselves we won't drink, one day at a time. There are a great bunch of people here who are all in the same boat. Jump in and save yourself.
We only have today. We live for the day, and tell ourselves we won't drink, one day at a time. There are a great bunch of people here who are all in the same boat. Jump in and save yourself.
Member
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Nebraska
Posts: 423
Hey Amanda - well, I waited until last year (age 41) to realize I was an alcoholic. At first, I said no way, not me, but the most important parts of my recovery were the chemical dependency evaluation and then accepting that I was an alcoholic.
It seemed a little easier to not drink after these steps.
It is okay to be confused about important aspects of our lives - that is why we need the support of family and friends (or AA group). It is also okay for us to admit and accept that we have a disease callled alcoholism, begin recovery and enjoy life without hangovers and doing stupid things.
And it is a medical condition that is pretty common, but it sure can be managed, but not cured.
I hope all goes well for you Amanda - keep us posted!
Dave
It seemed a little easier to not drink after these steps.
It is okay to be confused about important aspects of our lives - that is why we need the support of family and friends (or AA group). It is also okay for us to admit and accept that we have a disease callled alcoholism, begin recovery and enjoy life without hangovers and doing stupid things.
And it is a medical condition that is pretty common, but it sure can be managed, but not cured.
I hope all goes well for you Amanda - keep us posted!
Dave
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Biloxi, MS
Posts: 4
thanks you guys. i can tell already that this place will help a lot. everyone here knows what i'm going through, and that is comforting in a way. i dont think i could get through this alone, but i know i dont have enough courage or whatever to meet people face to face...i feel more comfortable online i guess...
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Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 12,136
Hi Amanda
I'm Rowan, alcoholic, and I'm so glad you're here! You have found an amazing site!
The men and women here are wonderful. I was 19 when I was first approached by
an employer who identified me as having a 'significant drinking problem'. I blew it
off, hurt myself and many others in the ensuing years. I'm 36 today with 2 kids and nearly 11 months sobriety this time around. Sometimes I wish I could turn back time and erase all that happened, but that's not possible. I'm glad you found us Amanda.
Please keep coming back we need you here.
Love, Rowan
I'm Rowan, alcoholic, and I'm so glad you're here! You have found an amazing site!
The men and women here are wonderful. I was 19 when I was first approached by
an employer who identified me as having a 'significant drinking problem'. I blew it
off, hurt myself and many others in the ensuing years. I'm 36 today with 2 kids and nearly 11 months sobriety this time around. Sometimes I wish I could turn back time and erase all that happened, but that's not possible. I'm glad you found us Amanda.
Please keep coming back we need you here.
Love, Rowan
New Beginnings
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Posts: 16
Your newest member.
My husband found the SR site and I'm excited to become an active member. I am new to sobriety and in my 27 days of clean time, I feel better physically & mentally. Getting to AA meetings and talking to my sponsor daily is a true blessing these days. It is a miracle that I can say, "just for today, I don't want to drink." Until next time, take care all.
Old and in the Way
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: High and Dry
Posts: 789
Welcome Amanda. Rowan's story reminds me that I was about 21 when one of my college professors told me to "sober up" (in the middle of class, no less). I'm 35 now, still working on it. Could have saved myself a lot of wasted time if I'd listened to her then.
Stick around, and let us know how it goes.
God bless,
Joe
Stick around, and let us know how it goes.
God bless,
Joe
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Biloxi, MS
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thanks you guys...
just this weekend i went 2 days without drinking...which sadly enough an accomplishment.
i'm trying though. and you guys seem great and very supportive. i need that.
amanda
just this weekend i went 2 days without drinking...which sadly enough an accomplishment.
i'm trying though. and you guys seem great and very supportive. i need that. amanda
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: basingstoke hampshire ENGLAND
Posts: 14
hello amanda
I was in my 20's when I first noticed I had a drink problem, but carried on till I was 36. Thought I was to young to be an alcoholic. If you can give up now do it and enjoy more of your life
Hiney
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