Class of January 2015 Part 2
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Class of January 2015 Part 2
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hi everyone! I'm originally a member of the class of March 2011. wow, can't believe I have been going round and round with stopping/starting for so long. been drinking since I was 14 and it started getting heavy when I was around 19. anyways, I'm determined to make this time stick and would love to become a member of the class of January 2015 
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Been lurking on this site for a while now, and found this thread. Thought it would be good time for me to quit AGAIN! I read every post on this Thread, today.
It's been 32C in Sunny Queensland today, great day for a beer but didn't feel like one while reading all the posts, so decided to register.
After drinking the best part of 35 of my 55 years the last 5 years have been uncontrollably. Gave up for a month while I saw a psychologist, thought I could go back socially (ha!) and 2 weeks while I went to AA meetings, till someone tried to shove the Big Book down my throat besides AA was not me.
The AV can be very strong some days but not today, I think because I related to some of your experiences.
Here's to the Class of 2015.
It's 10.30pm here now and I'm going to bed, see you in the morning with a "Day 1 _ DONE !"
Cheers
It's been 32C in Sunny Queensland today, great day for a beer but didn't feel like one while reading all the posts, so decided to register.
After drinking the best part of 35 of my 55 years the last 5 years have been uncontrollably. Gave up for a month while I saw a psychologist, thought I could go back socially (ha!) and 2 weeks while I went to AA meetings, till someone tried to shove the Big Book down my throat besides AA was not me.
The AV can be very strong some days but not today, I think because I related to some of your experiences.
Here's to the Class of 2015.
It's 10.30pm here now and I'm going to bed, see you in the morning with a "Day 1 _ DONE !"
Cheers
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Good morning Class! It is onto day 2 for me. Last night wasn't really that hard once I distracted myself with different things. I soon found myself on the couch without a beer and it took me a while to realize it. anyway, feeling good today.
Welcome Becoming and JamesSquire
Congrats on day 9 JackDs
Welcome Becoming and JamesSquire
Congrats on day 9 JackDs
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Good morning, class!!! A few things I wanted to share....my husband has been alcohol free for about 8 days now. I am very proud of him. I'm not making it a big deal about his sobriety, not because I don't care but I am going with his vibe. ;-) I have noticed he has had some withdrawal symptoms: mainly insomnia, the night sweats, & voracious eating.
It's going to be interesting rebuilding our marriage completely sober. Our relationship kicked off with getting $hit faced drunk. So I am starting another new journey!
It's going to be interesting rebuilding our marriage completely sober. Our relationship kicked off with getting $hit faced drunk. So I am starting another new journey!
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Day Nine
It's the beginning of day nine for me.
Yesterday was just fine. Work was smooth and steady. After work, I went to my dad's house and had dinner with him and my step-mom and nephew. Finally finished the monster pile of laundry that I'd let build up. Came home and played a video game for a bit but then I decided I'd rather read so I did that for a couple of hours before going to bed early for me. Had a wonderful night's sleep--I really need to stay away from drinking if for no other reason in that it just tears up my sleep. I never get more than three or so hours of sleep at a time if I've been drinking. Of course there are plenty of other reasons to quit as well.
Still no cravings or even thoughts of drinking. I'm sure they're coming at some point but I sure wouldn't gripe if they never did! Have to keep reminding myself that when they come I need to run in here and to an AA meeting ASAP.
Today is more of the same. Work during the day. Think I'll just spend the evening reading. I've got a couple of great books going right now. The weather is supposed to get real nasty here sometime this afternoon. I don't have a fireplace but if I did I'd definitely build a fire this evening.
Congratulations to everyone who stayed sober for another 24 hours and welcome to all the newcomers! We made it to part 2, my fellow Januarians! Woo hoo!
Yesterday was just fine. Work was smooth and steady. After work, I went to my dad's house and had dinner with him and my step-mom and nephew. Finally finished the monster pile of laundry that I'd let build up. Came home and played a video game for a bit but then I decided I'd rather read so I did that for a couple of hours before going to bed early for me. Had a wonderful night's sleep--I really need to stay away from drinking if for no other reason in that it just tears up my sleep. I never get more than three or so hours of sleep at a time if I've been drinking. Of course there are plenty of other reasons to quit as well.
Still no cravings or even thoughts of drinking. I'm sure they're coming at some point but I sure wouldn't gripe if they never did! Have to keep reminding myself that when they come I need to run in here and to an AA meeting ASAP.
Today is more of the same. Work during the day. Think I'll just spend the evening reading. I've got a couple of great books going right now. The weather is supposed to get real nasty here sometime this afternoon. I don't have a fireplace but if I did I'd definitely build a fire this evening.
Congratulations to everyone who stayed sober for another 24 hours and welcome to all the newcomers! We made it to part 2, my fellow Januarians! Woo hoo!
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Welcome Becoming and JamesSquire. Hang in there Tang.
Day 4 for me today. Yesterday was a HARD day, but I made it, I made it!
Hoping today goes a little smoother and without too much stress. I was so proud of myself this morning because yesterday seemed to really be a test. Whew!
Hugs to everyone! Let's make it a great sober Friday!
Day 4 for me today. Yesterday was a HARD day, but I made it, I made it!
Hoping today goes a little smoother and without too much stress. I was so proud of myself this morning because yesterday seemed to really be a test. Whew!
Hugs to everyone! Let's make it a great sober Friday!
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Talking of being busy. Do you think procrastination is another form of escapism? I'm wondering if I'm now hiding from the world via procrastinating online instead of drinking lol. I've been doing that a lot these last few days and today it's a bit of a problem because I have a lot to do but can't seem to bring myself to do anything. Or perhaps I should be being more kinder to myself and shouldn't have scheduled so much knowing I'm still early in recovery.
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Day 6 for me, feel good, however the weekend is coming. My friend invited me to the pub last night and I was tempted but knew I may want a drink and said no thanks. Not used to saying no, so that in itself was a miracle.
Watched tv and went to bed early. Nice to get a good sleep without the disruption of alcohol in my system. Hopefully can stay busy this weekend with my mom and not think of drinking. (her chemo has been delayed until she feels better - fell over xmas holidays). I am relieved she was honest about not being ready.
Watched tv and went to bed early. Nice to get a good sleep without the disruption of alcohol in my system. Hopefully can stay busy this weekend with my mom and not think of drinking. (her chemo has been delayed until she feels better - fell over xmas holidays). I am relieved she was honest about not being ready.
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Originally Posted by JackDsMissus 
Talking of being busy. Do you think procrastination is another form of escapism? I'm wondering if I'm now hiding from the world via procrastinating online instead of drinking lol. I've been doing that a lot these last few days and today it's a bit of a problem because I have a lot to do but can't seem to bring myself to do anything. Or perhaps I should be being more kinder to myself and shouldn't have scheduled so much knowing I'm still early in recovery.
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On day 9 JackD's missus i wouldnt worry so much about getting 'everything' sorted out
I started with simple things like housework gardening that sort of stuff
Try not to panic try to prioritise what could get done what needs done
i try to organise a schedule of what im doing the night before of what needs done etc
i kept a journal and used to look at where i could improve it helped me greatly keeping a journal
I started with simple things like housework gardening that sort of stuff
Try not to panic try to prioritise what could get done what needs done
i try to organise a schedule of what im doing the night before of what needs done etc
i kept a journal and used to look at where i could improve it helped me greatly keeping a journal
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Originally Posted by JackDsMissus
Talking of being busy. Do you think procrastination is another form of escapism? I'm wondering if I'm now hiding from the world via procrastinating online instead of drinking lol. I've been doing that a lot these last few days and today it's a bit of a problem because I have a lot to do but can't seem to bring myself to do anything. Or perhaps I should be being more kinder to myself and shouldn't have scheduled so much knowing I'm still early in recovery.
So that is one of the things I'm doing different this time--I only have one unalterable must-be-reached daily goal: DO NOT DRINK. As long as I reach that goal, I've had a good day.
Guess what I'm saying, JackDMiss, is hang in there and try to do whatever it is you've scheduled for today but put your sobriety first and foremost. Wishing you the best today!
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