New here and completely lost...
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Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: SLC, UT
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New here and completely lost...
Hi guys. I've decided that I've had enough. I'm 28 years old and for the past two years I've been a raging alcoholic....to the point of drinking a fifth of vodka everyday. Even drinking at work most days of the week. It's a miracle I've managed to keep my job. I feel like I don't even know myself anymore. I'm a smart girl, but my actions have been utterly stupid. I don't know what's wrong with me. I need to quit but I'm terrified and have no idea where to start. I have terrible social anxiety, so AA doesn't seem like the greatest option. Please help me. 
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Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Albuquerque, NM
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Wow...Angiel, I feel like I'm reading something I wrote. Hang in there it does get better. I was EXACTLY where you are. Drinking at work, the vodka demon and all. First things first, go to a Dr. and get a check up. When I quit I ended up at the ER 3 times due to trying it by myself. Get their advice and see if there is anything else you need in forms of medications or therapy. And stick close by to SR. I also have problems w/ social anxiety and panic and crowds are not for me. This group of people have been a godsend for someone like me! Most of all believe you can do this and don't be afraid to ask questions or ask for help. It's a long journey but one that is well worth it!
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Great to meet you, Angie. Most of us have felt exactly that way when we first confronted our addiction. It's far scarier to continue down that road you're on. It's good to have you with us - you are never alone with your thoughts & feelings.
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Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: MN
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Hi angielouwho, welcome to SR. Some very smart people will be along shortly to help you out. Believe it or not, the alcohol may very well be contributing to your social anxiety. Please stick around. Wish you the best.
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Join Date: Jul 2013
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My first time logging in to SR I saw mention of Rational Recovery and AVRT(there are great threads on theses topics in the Secular Connection forum here on SR).
I was at the point of having had enough and felt lost. You can find your way, and You Can Quit.
Welcome to the forums , visit often, read, post , ask
Wish you well and hope to see you around
I was at the point of having had enough and felt lost. You can find your way, and You Can Quit.
Welcome to the forums , visit often, read, post , ask
Wish you well and hope to see you around
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Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: south texas
Posts: 152
Greetings angielouwho !
Being honest with yourself is a great start!
Pls don't continue drinking, join a gym, or something that you can benefit from.
Long term Alcohol use and social anxiety go hand in hand, and will make life more difficult,
P.S. keep posting here !
Cheers
Being honest with yourself is a great start!
Pls don't continue drinking, join a gym, or something that you can benefit from.
Long term Alcohol use and social anxiety go hand in hand, and will make life more difficult,
P.S. keep posting here !
Cheers
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Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Northern Ireland
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Hi angielouwho. You've found a great bunch of people here would would love the chance to help. We've all felt lost when faced with the reality that continuing to drink is no longer an option. I couldn't see any way out of the mess I was in but eventually managed to turn things around.
Visit often and talk to people about what they found helpful. You really can do this
Visit often and talk to people about what they found helpful. You really can do this
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