Class of November 2015 Part 2
 

continues from here:
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...2015-a-20.html

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I think it's withdrawals. I'm trying to wean off anxiety medication and stop drinking. It gets overwhelming at times...

Hello class of November 2015. I'm just dropping in to wish everyone a safe and sober weekend. Stay strong.

I found my father in law's whiskey and had a shot. I couldn't stand the panic anymore. I know it's benzo withdrawals. I am making an appointment with a new doctor right now. I'll see as many doctors as I can until I find one that actually understands and wants to help me. I'm not giving up.

Please don't give up - drinking will only make the anxiety worse because then you add the anxiety of needing another drink into the mix, Patricia.

I dunno if you're a fan of the sit com The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt...but I really like her 10 seconds mantra

Basically it's that anyone can stand anything for ten seconds...then another...then another.

http://takingnote.blogs.nytimes.com/...-to-pain/?_r=0

http://40.media.tumblr.com/132714c6a...qb9sk6_500.jpg

I know it's a stupid TV show :)

I'm not dismissing your pain at all, and I know from experience it's not easy...but please believe it is endurable Patricia...and it will get better :)

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I'll check it out Dee. Thank you so much.

I've never watched the show, but I've read the article. It totally makes sense, it's a good mantra. Thank you Dee.

I guess I'm frustrated Dee. I've endured a lot of physical pain. I had surgeries, I gave birth, I broke bones...and I'm still here. But the panic and anxiety...I just don't know how to deal with it! All I want is to run away, numb myself, disappear! All these years and I'm still struggling with it. I am so frustrated! This is not the person I dreamed of becoming when I was younger. I'm so tired of fighting, trying, failing, starting over...

Hi everyone,
I had a busy week with a lot of appointments and I am glad it is Friday. I have been very tired lately and am planning on going to bed soon, even though it is only 8pm :)

Keeping you in my thoughts Patricia.

I hope everyone has a happy & sober weekend :)

Has anyone tried to have Chamomile tea? It helps me during my anxiety. Give it a try, KiKi and Patricia. And also it does make me sleep well, when I have take it a night before bed time.

There will come a time when you will win Patricia (and you too Kiki) and your anxiety will stay beaten :)

I believe that because it's happened for me :)

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Thank you so much Dee. It helps so much to hear it from someone that's been there and survived. Thank you.

I am waking up to the start of my second sober week. Day 8 begins with me having a clear head but terrible world events being reported.
Big day for me, need to work hard on staying sober.

Have a good and sober day
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checking in on day 13.
I had some moments where i wanted to go out, but i distracted myself with making dinner and watching a movie. Now i get to wake up happy and hungover free tomorrow. =)
everyday is a blessing.
Goodnight <3
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Hi, All. Another sober day on the books. I did hear from the AV but kept shutting it down. I tend to get lonely on Friday nights, especially when I don't have any exciting plans for the weekend and everyone at work is talking about what they are going to do with their families. But I'm okay. Made it through and went to the gym for the first time since Sunday and boy did it feel good to move my body and work up a sweat and then stretch...my neck and back were so tight, must be storing stress there.

The weekend is hard early on; let's stick together and we can make it through! Take care, everyone.

Patricia, Kiki....thinking of you guys, take care of yourselves.

Sat evening , closing out Day5. 11 hours hard work....made progress. Late afternoon start thinking about the Sat afternoon beer o'clock thing. Had some difficult family news too. Deep breath....surf it out. Get to 6.

Got there, quiet night in, TV's terrible so read, net, chocolate and make pizzas. Go out and blow some money on all the ingredients. Expensive? Wouldn't even think about it if it was for keeping a binge going.....

Just watching the news......

Wishing everyone a peaceful sober saturday today

Good Morning,
Let's promise another 24 hours of sobriety.
My choice of drink today - COFFEE!

A new day
 

Checking in. Day 1 again. Ugh. Exhausted...

I could have written your post myself Patricia! I feel your pain!!! Hang in there!

Oh dear God, I hope so! I pray!!! Thx Dee.