Class of December 2014
I'm 2 days
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Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: queensland
Posts: 48
Originally Posted by EJP 
Day 2 checking in. Rough sleep last night with terrible nightmares. I need to do stuff today so hopefully i can keep the anxiety down to a tolerable level so Im not a complete killjoy for the kids. Days 2-3 are usually the worse for me. I'll check in later.
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Join Date: Dec 2013
Posts: 93
The day is about done and Im exhausted. Looking forward to some serious sleep but I doubt that will happen.
Grats everybody for another day and step towards a healthy, happy life. I wish we were all where we want to be... one day at a time.
Grats everybody for another day and step towards a healthy, happy life. I wish we were all where we want to be... one day at a time.
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Join Date: May 2014
Location: Mare Crisium
Posts: 1,930
2 weeks today.
After enjoying my first sober Thanksgiving
in 30+ years, I'm ready for Christmas and
New Years, as well.
Still annoyed at myself for crumbling
at the 10 week mark. One sip led to a
2.5 week binge. Man, I never want to
go through that dark passage again.
I can only learn from that catastrophe
and advance towards the light.
After enjoying my first sober Thanksgiving
in 30+ years, I'm ready for Christmas and
New Years, as well.
Still annoyed at myself for crumbling
at the 10 week mark. One sip led to a
2.5 week binge. Man, I never want to
go through that dark passage again.
I can only learn from that catastrophe
and advance towards the light.
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Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 61
day 2 for me! I've been struggling with this for a long time. Can usually make it 4 or 5 days then it gets really hard , and I drink heavy for another 5 nights, and keep going around and around. Coming home from work, being out to eat or a Holiday or party are the hardest for me. I have good resolve in the morning, like right now, then it goes away. I know I need to make a lot of changes, not to stop on the way home from work for alcohol, and stay stronger at parties and restaurants. I am really hoping to make it this time, thanks for all your support, and hope all of you can also!!
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Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Boston
Posts: 39
Today is day one for me and I'm currently embattled in withdrawal. I know I should seek some medical attention but I really cannot afford to lose my job to take the time to check myself in somewhere. I'm going to carefully monitor myself, and I have some family able to look out for me as well, so that I can get medical attention in an emergency.
I've tried unsuccessfully a couple of times but this time has to be the one. I have no recourse otherwise. I want to go to school. I want to publish a book. I want to start a family someday. I don't want to waste any more time or my health. I thought it would be a good idea to start here, and get myself active in a community dedicated to this. The sun is coming up and I don't want to wander into the liquor store when it opens again, like I do every day.
So, hi, I'm Harry, and I'm an alcoholic. And I'm going to beat this.
I've tried unsuccessfully a couple of times but this time has to be the one. I have no recourse otherwise. I want to go to school. I want to publish a book. I want to start a family someday. I don't want to waste any more time or my health. I thought it would be a good idea to start here, and get myself active in a community dedicated to this. The sun is coming up and I don't want to wander into the liquor store when it opens again, like I do every day.
So, hi, I'm Harry, and I'm an alcoholic. And I'm going to beat this.
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Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Midwest
Posts: 155
Good morning! Made it through the weekend without alcohol and I could not have done it without the SR community. Thank you. I've learned that alcoholism gets exponentially worse over time. Drinking the first drink is my problem. One day at a time is a strategic approach. Any craving for alcohol or thoughts of drinking is my addiction/beast talking. If I ever feel in trouble, reach out for support before doing anything. Waking up sober is incredible and I don't want to lose that feeling. I wanted to express these lessons/themes.
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Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Igloo, Canada
Posts: 71
Day 3 for me free of alcohol. Looking forward to connecting with you all again today. Your support and me being accountable to you all is helping me get through. So I'm very thankful for you all. I can truly be myself here and not be judged.
Brynn- I went to other towns as well to buy booze. So embarrassing. I used to work in a beer and wine store while going to school (went back in my later 20's) and I used to see people like me come in all the time. I could totally resonate with them.
Brynn- I went to other towns as well to buy booze. So embarrassing. I used to work in a beer and wine store while going to school (went back in my later 20's) and I used to see people like me come in all the time. I could totally resonate with them.
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Join Date: Dec 2014
Posts: 5,453
Day 6 for me! I have something to do this morning but then I am going to exercise and maybe read a book!!
I also know what you guys are talking about by going to different stores to get wine and beer. And different gas stations! It is madness and I am glad that part of my life is over!!!
I also know what you guys are talking about by going to different stores to get wine and beer. And different gas stations! It is madness and I am glad that part of my life is over!!!
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Join Date: Oct 2014
Posts: 5,785
Good morning all. You guys are doing so great! Welcome to all the new people on the board. It's great you're all here!
Walkingecho-take care of yourself. I am glad you have people looking after you.
Got up early this morning and worked out. Waking up early is getting easier with increased sobriety, I'm sleeping better and I'm not feeling as tired.
I hope everyone has a great day!
Walkingecho-take care of yourself. I am glad you have people looking after you.
Got up early this morning and worked out. Waking up early is getting easier with increased sobriety, I'm sleeping better and I'm not feeling as tired.
I hope everyone has a great day!
I will NOT drink to that!
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Baltimore MD USA
Posts: 634
Still going strong. It feels like drinking is becoming a distant memory for me. But I am fully aware that you can mess yourself up getting too comfortable & thinking you are "cured". So I am not taking my sobriety lightly & still active with it.
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Join Date: Dec 2013
Posts: 93
Good morning all.
Slept okay for a few hours but Ive been up since 3:30 so I know its going to be a long day.
I have big plans today to destroy my home office after taking kids to school. My office has been my drinking place for the past 6 years. The only place i really do drink....Hundreds of days spent drinking a dozen beers doing unproductive stuff on the computer.
Its going to be tough because i need it for something but i need to stop drinking more.
My body really hurts so I hope to get a walk in as well and stretch.
Slept okay for a few hours but Ive been up since 3:30 so I know its going to be a long day.
I have big plans today to destroy my home office after taking kids to school. My office has been my drinking place for the past 6 years. The only place i really do drink....Hundreds of days spent drinking a dozen beers doing unproductive stuff on the computer.
Its going to be tough because i need it for something but i need to stop drinking more.
My body really hurts so I hope to get a walk in as well and stretch.
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