Things are going well
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Join Date: Aug 2018
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Things are going well
Hi everyone,
It's been a couple of years since I was here last, which was around the time I started my journey. I had a couple of false starts, but one day I realized I had taken my last drink (I don't actually remember what I had, or when it was, it is irrelevant to me at this point), and I haven't looked back.
I took up running about a year ago, and I've both lost weight and improved my overall well-being in ways that were hard to imagine. In some ways I "use" running the same way I used drinking, to take my thoughts off work, and to relax and sleep better. And the good news: If I run more than I planned, it's actually a good thing! Earlier this week I ran a half marathon in the morning, but instead of feeling regret the day after, I felt good about myself.
Work is going well despite Covid-19 times, and the thought of alcohol doesn't even cross my mind despite working from home for almost 2 months now (this would have been a huge trigger for me before).
Anyway, I only wrote a couple of posts back when I was on SR before, so most of you won't remember me, but I thought a bit of good news could be inspiring for those who struggle.
I wish you all the best, and thank you all so much for your wisdom and support, I don't think I would have been inspired to quit as early as I was if I hadn't come across you wonderful people.
All the love.
It's been a couple of years since I was here last, which was around the time I started my journey. I had a couple of false starts, but one day I realized I had taken my last drink (I don't actually remember what I had, or when it was, it is irrelevant to me at this point), and I haven't looked back.
I took up running about a year ago, and I've both lost weight and improved my overall well-being in ways that were hard to imagine. In some ways I "use" running the same way I used drinking, to take my thoughts off work, and to relax and sleep better. And the good news: If I run more than I planned, it's actually a good thing! Earlier this week I ran a half marathon in the morning, but instead of feeling regret the day after, I felt good about myself.
Work is going well despite Covid-19 times, and the thought of alcohol doesn't even cross my mind despite working from home for almost 2 months now (this would have been a huge trigger for me before).
Anyway, I only wrote a couple of posts back when I was on SR before, so most of you won't remember me, but I thought a bit of good news could be inspiring for those who struggle.
I wish you all the best, and thank you all so much for your wisdom and support, I don't think I would have been inspired to quit as early as I was if I hadn't come across you wonderful people.
All the love.
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Join Date: Jan 2018
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This is a very inspiring update that I am sure a lot of people will appreciate reading. On May 30th I will be 2 years sober. Like you the urge to drink is gone and it has become a distant memory. I have learned new coping skills which have come on naturally as I gain sober time. I have been working from home since March and this would have been a huge trigger for me as well. Today I enjoy a sense of well being that governs my life. I trust myself and I have my best intentions at heart. I actually look forward to the life ahead of me!
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