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Yeah, I've come to realize that I'm pretty good up until about day 5. By day 5 I'm recovered from my hangover, and since I don't binge drink every day it seems to take a few days before the desire to drink returns. It seems every time I've caved lately has been between days 5-7.
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Originally Posted by Peacehappyness 
Hi everyone, I'm part of the lovely November 2014 class but after managing five months of sobriety I' with tve relapsed a few times so back on day 3 now and hoping to also join in with the August 2015 class. Am still in the middle of a horrible withdrawal which I'm determind to make my last as don't think my poor body can take much more of repeatedly going through this!
Work on a sobriety plan everyone and put it first!
Peace X
Work on a sobriety plan everyone and put it first!
Peace X
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Originally Posted by Peacehappyness
Hi everyone, I'm part of the lovely November 2014 class but after managing five months of sobriety I' with tve relapsed a few times so back on day 3 now and hoping to also join in with the August 2015 class. Am still in the middle of a horrible withdrawal which I'm determind to make my last as don't think my poor body can take much more of repeatedly going through this!
Work on a sobriety plan everyone and put it first!
Peace X
Work on a sobriety plan everyone and put it first!
Peace X
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Join Date: Jun 2015
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Originally Posted by onmyjourney
Hi everyone ?de0a
I do hope everyone is feeling ok.
I wondered if it's normal for drinking heavy ever day for the last 2 years it's been 48 hours and I have had no withdrawals ? Is this normal ?
I'm new here and so happy to know we can all be here for each other.
Have a lovely evening x
I do hope everyone is feeling ok.
I wondered if it's normal for drinking heavy ever day for the last 2 years it's been 48 hours and I have had no withdrawals ? Is this normal ?
I'm new here and so happy to know we can all be here for each other.
Have a lovely evening x
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Originally Posted by AllieKat
FF I definitely feel awkward without it. It's just habit. It's what we do. I need to get past that somehow. Sunday pool party just isn't the same with a bottle of water. Ugh!
I am having a bit of a low day emotionally. Will not drink though!
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I feel a lot less alone too now. Struggling with this week after week really takes its toll. I know I can do this if I really set my mind to do it. I am having trouble committing to myself. I say I am making that commitment and then I don't follow through and I don't know why I can't stick with it.
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Had a good birthday weekend for my 2 yr old, no alcohol events, just drank and now feeling guilty, and as usual, if I drink 2-3 days, cravings terrible for a while after that. I want to change it. Any drama, or problems in my life, any triggers will still be there wether I acknowledge them or not. Excercise is being a big help, so I'm gonna keep on with it.
Long hot week upcoming at work. Thankful for a job to gripe at.
Sorry for rambling . Just a drunk trying to stay sober.
Long hot week upcoming at work. Thankful for a job to gripe at.
Sorry for rambling . Just a drunk trying to stay sober.
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Hi all.
Slow learner here. I made it all the way through a trip to see family sober and then congratulated myself with a few beers in an anonomous airport bar.
I allowed the two week mark to throw me off track in June and the July.
I'm disappointed in myself but I learned some things as well. The fact that I kept it to a few rather than a binge is cold comfort. I want to keep it to zero and know I have it in me to do so.
I must stay vigilant. Vigilance against my AV is my main plan. Continuing with you amazing folks and beginning my second month of AA will provide the support and community that helps me succeed.
I look forward to getting to know you.
Jonathan
Slow learner here. I made it all the way through a trip to see family sober and then congratulated myself with a few beers in an anonomous airport bar.
I allowed the two week mark to throw me off track in June and the July.
I'm disappointed in myself but I learned some things as well. The fact that I kept it to a few rather than a binge is cold comfort. I want to keep it to zero and know I have it in me to do so.
I must stay vigilant. Vigilance against my AV is my main plan. Continuing with you amazing folks and beginning my second month of AA will provide the support and community that helps me succeed.
I look forward to getting to know you.
Jonathan
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Welcome to all the newcomers.
I mention a plan a lot - plans are really crucial
Basically a recovery plan is a plan to help you stop drinking/drugging and stay stopped.
Things like exercise and hobbies should be a part of just about every recovery plan - but I really believe we also need to specifically address the drinking/drugging too.
Think about changes you need to make to your life.
Not only changes what you do for fun, the places you hang out and who you hang with, but also deeper change.
No matter what you drink or used for - stress or boredom, anger, joy, physical or emotional pain - you need new coping mechanisms to deal with all those things.
you also need to anticipate those times when you will want to drink or use, or when drink/drugs will be offered to you.
Have a strategy in place for dealing with those situations.
Ask for help here if you're not sure what to do or how to do it
All this can be difficult - which is why support is so important.
It might be a Dr or a counsellor, or a group like AA SMART LifeRing or some other alternative...it might be outpatient or inpatient rehab - it might just be SR and other forums/chat rooms...
Find a level of support than works for you, and that you are willing to reach out when you're in trouble.
cover these bases, and you'll have the beginnings of a great plan.
This is an easy to read but detailed link which fills out the ideas a little more:
https://store.samhsa.gov/shin/conten...0/SMA-3720.pdf
D
I mention a plan a lot - plans are really crucial
Originally Posted by Dee74
Basically a recovery plan is a plan to help you stop drinking/drugging and stay stopped.
Things like exercise and hobbies should be a part of just about every recovery plan - but I really believe we also need to specifically address the drinking/drugging too.
Think about changes you need to make to your life.
Not only changes what you do for fun, the places you hang out and who you hang with, but also deeper change.
No matter what you drink or used for - stress or boredom, anger, joy, physical or emotional pain - you need new coping mechanisms to deal with all those things.
you also need to anticipate those times when you will want to drink or use, or when drink/drugs will be offered to you.
Have a strategy in place for dealing with those situations.
Ask for help here if you're not sure what to do or how to do it
All this can be difficult - which is why support is so important.
It might be a Dr or a counsellor, or a group like AA SMART LifeRing or some other alternative...it might be outpatient or inpatient rehab - it might just be SR and other forums/chat rooms...
Find a level of support than works for you, and that you are willing to reach out when you're in trouble.
cover these bases, and you'll have the beginnings of a great plan.
This is an easy to read but detailed link which fills out the ideas a little more:
https://store.samhsa.gov/shin/conten...0/SMA-3720.pdf
D
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This is a great link on cravings tips too:
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...-cravings.html
I was an round the clock everyday drinker once.
There really is hope - for anyone and everyone
D
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...-cravings.html
I was an round the clock everyday drinker once.
There really is hope - for anyone and everyone
D
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Thank you Dee,
Reading your description of a plan illuminates the lack of effort that went into mine these past two months. "fail to plan, plan to fail" .....
I'll get to work on a more comprehensive one.
We all appreciate your support.
Jonathan
Reading your description of a plan illuminates the lack of effort that went into mine these past two months. "fail to plan, plan to fail" .....
I'll get to work on a more comprehensive one.
We all appreciate your support.
Jonathan
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Originally Posted by AllieKat
I feel a lot less alone too now. Struggling with this week after week really takes its toll. I know I can do this if I really set my mind to do it. I am having trouble committing to myself. I say I am making that commitment and then I don't follow through and I don't know why I can't stick with it.
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Hi all,
I'm happy to read all of your posts this evening.
Welcome zufireden! JL...IM here from July also. Let's try again together.
Allie, sorry you are feeling down. Tomorrow is a new day.
Finishing up day 3. I'm not feeling great myself. My husband is having significant problems with his business which is having a huge affect on us financially. I don't know what will happen but I DO know if I drink it will only add to the problems.
The day is almost over and I will keep myself busy.
Sober evening to all xo
I'm happy to read all of your posts this evening.
Welcome zufireden! JL...IM here from July also. Let's try again together.
Allie, sorry you are feeling down. Tomorrow is a new day.
Finishing up day 3. I'm not feeling great myself. My husband is having significant problems with his business which is having a huge affect on us financially. I don't know what will happen but I DO know if I drink it will only add to the problems.
The day is almost over and I will keep myself busy.
Sober evening to all xo
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