IronPhoenix

Wow. I am at 24 weeks (6 months) sober now. That seemed like such a far away goal when I started this journey. But one day at a time it adds up.

I made it through a Derby party this past weekend with no problem. Actually many folks came up and expressed their admiration/congratulations. I still can't get complacent. My reward will be some exercise and maybe a massage this week.

I have a counseling session this Friday and plan on keeping those going for the foreseeable future as I turn my sights on to a goal of one year.

Thanks to everyone on here that contributes. This site is a big part of my overall plan and really helps to keep me accountable.

ScottFromWI

Congrats on a half year sober IronPhoenix! Sounds like you have a lot of good measures in place to help maintain it too, congrats on seeking out help.

Meraviglioso

Congratulations!

ccam1973

Fantastic job on 6 months IP. That's a great accomplishment!

CaseyW

24 weeks is amazing and very inspiring, IronPhoenix! Thanks for sharing your milestone with us. Any tips for those of us who are new here?

firstymer

Great job, IronPhoenix! We are proud of you!

IronPhoenix

@CaseyW - For me I have to have a plan to keep me accountable. Counseling sessions, this site, exercise routine, learn coping skills for any situation. My plan has multiple pieces that I can lean on if needed to help keep me focused.

I read the AA information and applied what was relevant to me but never went to an actual meeting.

So that would be my advice - create a plan that works for you and then work that plan.

Anna

Good job on 6 months of recovery and it's good that you have a long-term plan in place.

least

Congrats on six months sober! Keep going, it gets better.

Opivotal

Congratulations IronPhoenix!

Great job.

zlhzlh

Congratulations, massive milestone ��

Lorax1981

Nice work!

RattleAndHum

Congrats! That's awesome!

MythOfSisyphus

That's awesome, IronPhoenix! The days do add up. I'm glad to see you hit the half year mark- here's to the next 24 weeks!