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Finally back on the wagon. Made it to day 8

Old 10-12-2020, 02:56 PM
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Finally back on the wagon. Made it to day 8

What a nightmare. After being sober for quite a long time, I slipped up early this year. Didn't take long to land right back where I left off. Drinking over a liter of vodka per day was pretty easy since I was working from home due to Covid. Not to mention the convenience of InstaCart.

I spare the details, but I tapered safely and I'm back on track with diet, exercise, mindfulness, gratitude, and support. I can't describe how awesome it feels to be able to go to sleep (instead of passing out) and wake up feeling great.
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Old 10-12-2020, 03:12 PM
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Good to have you back with us REM700
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Old 10-12-2020, 03:28 PM
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It's good to see you back and sober. Congratulations on getting to Day 8.
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Old 10-12-2020, 03:46 PM
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Your story is important for us to hear so that we can remain vigilant against the insidious AV that suggests we can drink again after a period of sobriety to reward ourselves for our hard work. Thanks for sharing!
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Glad you're back. Congrats on 8 days!
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So glad you are back Rem . . . . ugh . . . . I stopped drinking a bit over two years ago and every now and then I realize how easy it would be to go back. Not fun.

I'm hoping you are putting day 8 in the bag and headed for day 9 . . . . this is not an easy time for anyone.

Let us know how you get on.
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Old 10-12-2020, 07:42 PM
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So glad you made it back. Its terribly hard to get off that alcohol train. Very proud of you! 8 days is spectacular!
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Old 10-12-2020, 08:00 PM
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Congrats man that is awesome!
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Old 10-13-2020, 08:20 AM
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Here we go with day 9! Happy Tuesday, everyone!
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Old 10-13-2020, 09:42 AM
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Congrats on 9 days!
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Old 10-13-2020, 09:46 AM
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Glad to hear you made it back sober. Keep it up.
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Old 10-13-2020, 09:54 AM
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Thanks for the reminder that drinking isn't all awesomesauce and rainbows.

Insidious isn't it? Alcohol/addiction will jump us at our lowest times and relentlessly try to kill us.

Glad you made it back, I feel like I used up my Last Chance.
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Old 10-13-2020, 10:44 AM
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That's brilliant, good for you! Congratulations on day 9
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Old 10-13-2020, 12:49 PM
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Glad you are back. Congrats on 8-days. Keep it going, your life will continue to get better if you do!
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