Staying Sober via online support Forums
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Join Date: Nov 2014
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Staying Sober via online support Forums
Hi all, still day 1 and my head spinning with thoughts - but today they're mostly positive. Question please - am curious how many of you good people on this SR forum are remaining sober and flourishing in general based on your relationships and support here ? I have been thanking God all day you people are here !!! 
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: SF Bay area, CA
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I only see my counselor once a month now so the vast majority of my support comes from SR. 
I'm on here every day. I've made friends all over the world and it's wonderful. I even adopted a cat from one of the members here. (great cat, too)
SR is my safe haven. I can come here any time of day or night and be in good company.
I'm on here every day. I've made friends all over the world and it's wonderful. I even adopted a cat from one of the members here. (great cat, too)SR is my safe haven. I can come here any time of day or night and be in good company.
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Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: Ireland
Posts: 25,826
My main method of support is SR, in early Sobriety I built it into my daily routine, in isolation I always returned to drinking as my own mind would grind me down after a few weeks, so having a check in when I woke up, during my lunch break, when I got home from work and before going to sleep kept me focused on the task at hand . . . and now I check in whenever, it's less regimented but it's still on a daily basis.
The important thing though is getting something that works for you, some need face to face support, daily meetings etc, the key objective is to remain Sober, that's the goal, but the methods for everyone will differ.
Support though is what finally cracked it for me, something outside of myself to short circuit my own thought processes, because my mind was addicted to alcohol, it wanted to drink and so without a second opinion on things there was only one outcome and it would only be a matter of time until I returned to my old ways!!
The important thing though is getting something that works for you, some need face to face support, daily meetings etc, the key objective is to remain Sober, that's the goal, but the methods for everyone will differ.
Support though is what finally cracked it for me, something outside of myself to short circuit my own thought processes, because my mind was addicted to alcohol, it wanted to drink and so without a second opinion on things there was only one outcome and it would only be a matter of time until I returned to my old ways!!
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Join Date: Jun 2014
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Hello: I have 7.5 months and SR is the only thing I do. I think that the more resources the better but so far this has been working out great. It helps me in 3 ways. Info and education, outlet (venting, verbalizing,etc.) and seeing other's stories which reminds me of not to take that 1st drink. I'm here a lot, every weekday and sometimes (like now) weekends. It has really enhanced my early recovery. For sure!
Trudgin
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 6,348
Glad you're here - good decision!
I value the support from SR and cherish the fellowship of AA.
At first AA I viewed as "needed" but now relish the program and wouldn't change it for anything.
It's your recovery - find what you need and desire.
Welcome!!!
I value the support from SR and cherish the fellowship of AA.
At first AA I viewed as "needed" but now relish the program and wouldn't change it for anything.
It's your recovery - find what you need and desire.
Welcome!!!
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Join Date: Nov 2014
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Originally Posted by Purpleknight 
My main method of support is SR, in early Sobriety I built it into my daily routine, in isolation I always returned to drinking as my own mind would grind me down after a few weeks, so having a check in when I woke up, during my lunch break, when I got home from work and before going to sleep kept me focused on the task at hand . . . and now I check in whenever, it's less regimented but it's still on a daily basis.
The important thing though is getting something that works for you, some need face to face support, daily meetings etc, the key objective is to remain Sober, that's the goal, but the methods for everyone will differ.
Support though is what finally cracked it for me, something outside of myself to short circuit my own thought processes, because my mind was addicted to alcohol, it wanted to drink and so without a second opinion on things there was only one outcome and it would only be a matter of time until I returned to my old ways!!
The important thing though is getting something that works for you, some need face to face support, daily meetings etc, the key objective is to remain Sober, that's the goal, but the methods for everyone will differ.
Support though is what finally cracked it for me, something outside of myself to short circuit my own thought processes, because my mind was addicted to alcohol, it wanted to drink and so without a second opinion on things there was only one outcome and it would only be a matter of time until I returned to my old ways!!
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 10,912
SR has been my most significant support and community regarding sobriety. Over 9 months sober now. I see a therapist also but it's not focused on recovery primarily. I went to a few AA meetings early on. Honestly, for me SR has been much more than just a forum to talk about recovery from alcoholism, I come here to talk about anything regarding my personal life and others' and have made very valuable connections here. The "secret" for me has been active, regular participation. Good luck to you
Do your best
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 67,047
I Got sober on my own tried Aa left at month 11 i found SR at 13 months
im nearly 16 months in 2 weeks still going strong
the thing i love about SR is its a melting pot of recovery and that alone makes it amazing
im nearly 16 months in 2 weeks still going strong
the thing i love about SR is its a melting pot of recovery and that alone makes it amazing
Living Sober
Join Date: Oct 2014
Posts: 555
Hey HOUMJM,
SB is my only support as well, however I did stop drinking back in August, 2013 'cold turkey' on my own. This was only because I was not aware of any online support systems, otherwise I would have lived on here.
I find it to be very useful, even though I feel I'm over the 'hump' so to speak. That's not to say that I don't want to enjoy the booze again, but this site keeps me focused.
However, with Winter fast approaching, and the weather not being as nice, some of my non-booze daily routines will be cut short. Winter has usually been more of the drinking part of the year for me, and with the free time to ponder about having a cocktail, I find that coming here helps to keep that in check. In fact, everything about this forum helps me to keep things in check. After a few minutes of reading how F****** booze is for everybody, the thoughts of having a drink seems to lessen and it just not sound very appealing.
SB is my only support as well, however I did stop drinking back in August, 2013 'cold turkey' on my own. This was only because I was not aware of any online support systems, otherwise I would have lived on here.
I find it to be very useful, even though I feel I'm over the 'hump' so to speak. That's not to say that I don't want to enjoy the booze again, but this site keeps me focused.
However, with Winter fast approaching, and the weather not being as nice, some of my non-booze daily routines will be cut short. Winter has usually been more of the drinking part of the year for me, and with the free time to ponder about having a cocktail, I find that coming here helps to keep that in check. In fact, everything about this forum helps me to keep things in check. After a few minutes of reading how F****** booze is for everybody, the thoughts of having a drink seems to lessen and it just not sound very appealing.
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Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: California
Posts: 2,802
SR alone gave me a good run last year, seven months. I relapsed when I got away from it. This time I am also attending some face to face recovery meetings and see a therapist. I think it depends on the person. SR is definitely my main lifeline, but I found I need a more comprehensive approach. I know I couldn't do this without SR.
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