I thought I was okay ...
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I thought I was okay ...
The last couple of weeks have been incredibly stressful. I quit drinking at the start of it all but I knew I was going to be challenged. Huge house to pack for moving to a new state, dealing with the move with an autistic child, etc. I have been drinking through it all. Not to the point of incapacitation, but just enough to dull the stress. I am now in my new house and new life and know that I have to leave my crutch behind now. It's been a stressful week and I used the stress as an excuse to drink, but the worst of the move is over. No more excuses .. new home, new life. If I let it happen. Need my SR family for encouragement now. Thank you.
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I'm extremely new to this (today) but it seems like there is a lot of support here. I always look forward to a glass of wine after work, or when I'm feeling upset -- to de-stress. I need to find other sources of pleasure or relaxation that aren't alcohol - tea, a good book, a phone call with a friend...I think if you find those small sources of joy to lean on when you need them, that would help. I have a lot to be thankful for and may not know what real stress is, but I do know each time you overcome the desire, you become that much stronger. I'm glad to come here and know I'm not alone. Neither are you. 
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Originally Posted by soulpower89 
I'm extremely new to this (today) but it seems like there is a lot of support here. I always look forward to a glass of wine after work, or when I'm feeling upset -- to de-stress. I need to find other sources of pleasure or relaxation that aren't alcohol - tea, a good book, a phone call with a friend...I think if you find those small sources of joy to lean on when you need them, that would help. I have a lot to be thankful for and may not know what real stress is, but I do know each time you overcome the desire, you become that much stronger. I'm glad to come here and know I'm not alone. Neither are you.
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Hi👋👋glad u2 r ready to make the change. It really is the only way to get the life u deserve. I'm new to recovery too, 2 wks 2day actually, the support i have on here has been great, without SR id have already reached for pinot!!!
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Help me. I have 3 mini bottles of wine and a 6 pack of beer. I don't want them but I haven't slept in 6 days and I'm up to my neck in boxes from my move. Words of wisdom, please ...
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Sorry to hear that you are struggeling. Moving is very stressful in itself and I can totally understand how you slipped to old habits just to get throught it.
But just like you wrote, now is a great opportunity to start over. It's not to late! Just push through today and don't be too hard on yourself.
You can do this! I am only on day 5 myself and I know all about anxiety! Stay strong and you will get through this!
But just like you wrote, now is a great opportunity to start over. It's not to late! Just push through today and don't be too hard on yourself.
You can do this! I am only on day 5 myself and I know all about anxiety! Stay strong and you will get through this!
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You can start today by getting rid of the alcohol. The boxes, all the mess of moving is something that can wait for now. You will have energy to take care of it all when you're sober and have gotten some sleep.
Take a deep breath and try to think of how it eventually will be easier to handle after you stopped drinking. Be kind to yourself.
Take a deep breath and try to think of how it eventually will be easier to handle after you stopped drinking. Be kind to yourself.
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