Jaydubs

Hi everyone. Like the title says I'm an alcoholic. I'm 29 years old and have been a problem drinker for a while. I first tried booze when I was 13 but I was mostly a pothead when I was younger. It wasn't until I was 21 that I started to drink maybe twice a week to get drunk. From about 25-28 I was basically drinking everyday. Everyday I would drink anywhere from 4-6 beer and maybe 8 if it was the weekend. The last year and a half I've been more of a weekend drinker but it's pretty normal to down 8-12 beers. Last weekend I went on a 3 day binge where I probably drank 40 beers over the course of those days, with one of the days drinking 20 beers. That's a lot of beer for anyone but I only weigh about 130lbs so the fact that I can drink that much and not die is just a clear sign that I'm on the path to death. On Sunday I had one beer but I felt so terrible that I didn't even care to drink. I decided to join here just as maybe a statement to myself that I'm finally committed to quitting drinking. I'm a little worried about the weekend for obvious reasons so any prayer would be appreciated. I'll probably post more tomorrow just to keep this mindset going that I can't go back to drinking. Thanks for reading.

theVman31

Hello,
Welcome to SR..
You have come to the right place
Lots of help and support and friendly people here...
Hope to see you around.

Sober'sBest

I did too. . .

I vote you've burned your brain from any natural state.

If not, tell me why is only 7% of US are alcoholics?

While 93% are normal.

I am because I've an addictive personality.

I can't use.

I must find a good life SOBER.

More fun for me . . .

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Delizadee

Hi Jay! Welcome to SR

You'll get lots of great support here.
If you are worry about struggling through the weekend, here is our weekender thread where everyone is welcome to post:
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...er-2016-a.html

You can also join the October class thread to give and get support from people who are going through some of the same things as you
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...-part-2-a.html

There's also a 24 hour commitment thread in the Newcomers Daily Support forum, as well, the ever important recovery plan.
Do you have a plan in mind on you want to go forward?
Lots of great links in here if you haven't heard or thought of a recovery plan:
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...ery-plans.html

Glad you're here, it's a good place to get and stay sober. Read around lots there's lots of stickies full of great info. Lots of good peeps here too, so welcome!

Dee74

Del just ticked all the boxes
welcome to SR Jay

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firstymer

Welcome to the SR family, Jay. I am glad you are here with us.

Maudcat

Welcome to SR, Jay.

PurpleKnight

Welcome to the Forum Jay!!

Jaydubs

Thanks everyone. I was worried about today since I'm mostly a weekend binge drinker but I just occupied my time and took it basically hour by hour. Haha used that as an excuse to take a nap but oh well. Later in the evening I went for a run which really helped. Something about exercising I just don't feel right drinking after it. Once again thanks.

january161992

glad you didnt drink today

Sober'sBest

Ya Jay,

Isn't exercise amongst the best sober activities?

I'm even more dedicated now to weight lift regularly, till I achieve muscles like never before.. Then probably back to honing defensive martial skills.

That and so many other wonderful endeavours that being sober promote. I've got so many ideas for profitable products and businesses to pursue now. Whereas before I wasn't motivated, confident, nor competent.

I regret all the time that drinking took from me. I could have had a much happier and fulfilling life.

Thankfully, I'm a new person now; mature, experienced, and much stronger.

Good move Jay

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CajunPrincess

Welcome Jay! I'm also in my twenties. I've gotta say... staying connected on SR daily has played a huge role in my recovery. Stick around for a while!