Class Of January 2016 Support Thread
obxpaul
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Kill devil hills, NC
Posts: 14
Trying Once Again
I rejoined SoberRecovery again a week ago after trying it out 3 years ago, I was sober for a month and then one beer was too many and two vodkas were not enough. I am determined to make this work finally and am really happy again to see I'm not alone in the struggle!! The funny part was reading posts I made from three years ago on here - they were all about how good I felt. In one I said I think I could handle a beer or two watching a football playoff game. It was my last post. Many, many drinks later, here I once again am. I think I'd love to make joining the January 2016 Class the boot I need to kick this beast out of my life for good. Feeling Better already...
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Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Bath
Posts: 47
So I've just got rid of my empties and also threw away my remaining stash of weed. I bought this a while back in some attempt to curb my drinking but I found it made me drink just as much.
Since I last attempted to quit, I have studied a lot about PTSD and realised that I had to learn to recognise and deal with flashbacks rather than just grabbing a beer. However, it has taken me a while to actually make the leap and I just hope the techniques learnt keep me on track.
Since I last attempted to quit, I have studied a lot about PTSD and realised that I had to learn to recognise and deal with flashbacks rather than just grabbing a beer. However, it has taken me a while to actually make the leap and I just hope the techniques learnt keep me on track.
Member
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 204
Well I've gotten through 24 hours being sober. I'm exhausted, have slept on the couch most of the afternoon after a big gym session this morning. Now to cook a healthy dinner. I'm excited to wake up tomorrow and feel even better. Have a good evening everyone.
Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: UK
Posts: 253
Morning 
Had a long day at work yesterday and slept well last night. Just spent the morning getting money sorted and paying my tax bill that I can't really afford to pay. Money stuff really stresses me out because I never have enough.
Anyway other than the above feeling good. Ate healthily yesterday - first day in a looooong time I've managed that. Food is all planned out today too and I am busy all day so should be able to get 2 days on the trot done.
I'm slightly nervous about a party I am going to next month. It's going to be a tough one not to drink at.
Have a happy and healthy day everyone
Had a long day at work yesterday and slept well last night. Just spent the morning getting money sorted and paying my tax bill that I can't really afford to pay. Money stuff really stresses me out because I never have enough.
Anyway other than the above feeling good. Ate healthily yesterday - first day in a looooong time I've managed that. Food is all planned out today too and I am busy all day so should be able to get 2 days on the trot done.
I'm slightly nervous about a party I am going to next month. It's going to be a tough one not to drink at.
Have a happy and healthy day everyone
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Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Australia
Posts: 211,442
I hope every one has had or will have another great sober day
Congrats to everyone hitting a milestone no matter what it is.
Charliesworld - don't get caught up in next month - you may even decide not to go?
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Congrats to everyone hitting a milestone no matter what it is.
Charliesworld - don't get caught up in next month - you may even decide not to go?
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Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Southern US
Posts: 626
I just wanted to say good morning and I hope you all have a great sober day! Today is day seven for me. The shakes, headache, and anxiety seem to have passed. I slept five straight hours last night., woohoo. Although I'm still very moody, right now I'm excited to tackle this day! Take care!
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Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: UK
Posts: 216
May I join please I have way to many failed attempts behind me. I really need to have a fresh start and get my life in order. I have had a awful 2 years or so but hopefully new year new outlook binge drinking alone in the evenings is not a nice way to live.
Its day 5 and the alcholic depression is lifting a little I am starting to have a clearer perspective on changes I need to make some toxic situations I need to back away from and pushing myself to go out more and meet people.
Hope you are all having a good day I will catch up more later after work x
Its day 5 and the alcholic depression is lifting a little I am starting to have a clearer perspective on changes I need to make some toxic situations I need to back away from and pushing myself to go out more and meet people.
Hope you are all having a good day I will catch up more later after work x
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Join Date: Nov 2015
Posts: 2,031
Day 1 again. One ounce of vodka yesterday. I have arthritis and can't take nsaids because of 2 near fatal bleeding ulcers. My pain is managed with tramadol (3/day) and I forgot my pill at home. I went 14 hours without and my pain and anxiety were horrific. It was as if I were going through some kind of withdrawal. I had one drink when I stopped at my friends house on the way home from work and blew my 4 day streak.
Today should be fine. Work then church for my meeting. It will be a long day, but I'm ready!
Today should be fine. Work then church for my meeting. It will be a long day, but I'm ready!
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Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 97
Day 10...
Had a panic attack yesterday and feeling not so strong today. I don't want to drink. I just feel like something is wrong and can't put my finger on it. I'm trying to go through the motions and hope it passes. I go back to work today... Probly the cause of my anxiety. I'm a bartender so it's going to be a trying day. I'm holding tight to my plan and am starting to feel better as I post. I'm going to set my timer on my phone to count down my shift and stay logged on to SR. I will tell everyone I'm not drinking because I have to pick up my son after my shift. I can do this! I will post later to let you know how it goes.
Had a panic attack yesterday and feeling not so strong today. I don't want to drink. I just feel like something is wrong and can't put my finger on it. I'm trying to go through the motions and hope it passes. I go back to work today... Probly the cause of my anxiety. I'm a bartender so it's going to be a trying day. I'm holding tight to my plan and am starting to feel better as I post. I'm going to set my timer on my phone to count down my shift and stay logged on to SR. I will tell everyone I'm not drinking because I have to pick up my son after my shift. I can do this! I will post later to let you know how it goes.
Sober since 1st January 2016
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Liverpool
Posts: 58
Originally Posted by obxtacy313 
I rejoined SoberRecovery again a week ago after trying it out 3 years ago, I was sober for a month and then one beer was too many and two vodkas were not enough. I am determined to make this work finally and am really happy again to see I'm not alone in the struggle!! The funny part was reading posts I made from three years ago on here - they were all about how good I felt. In one I said I think I could handle a beer or two watching a football playoff game. It was my last post. Many, many drinks later, here I once again am. I think I'd love to make joining the January 2016 Class the boot I need to kick this beast out of my life for good. Feeling Better already...
...6 pints and two bottles of wine later I was in a blackout. I pretty much got blind drunk twice a week until New Year's Eve !
We can do it mate!!!
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Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 204
Early morning here. I've hardly slept a wink, I would say that's because I slept a lot in the day yesterday, hopefully I can get back into a good routine soon.
Feeling anxious, but happy to be on day 2.
Off to the gym and then work. I'll be exhausted by the time I get home so I'll sleep well tonight.
Have a great day everyone.
Feeling anxious, but happy to be on day 2.
Off to the gym and then work. I'll be exhausted by the time I get home so I'll sleep well tonight.
Have a great day everyone.
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Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: The North of England
Posts: 38
Originally Posted by illi1111
Day 10...
Had a panic attack yesterday and feeling not so strong today. I don't want to drink. I just feel like something is wrong and can't put my finger on it. I'm trying to go through the motions and hope it passes. I go back to work today... Probly the cause of my anxiety. I'm a bartender so it's going to be a trying day. I'm holding tight to my plan and am starting to feel better as I post. I'm going to set my timer on my phone to count down my shift and stay logged on to SR. I will tell everyone I'm not drinking because I have to pick up my son after my shift. I can do this! I will post later to let you know how it goes.
Had a panic attack yesterday and feeling not so strong today. I don't want to drink. I just feel like something is wrong and can't put my finger on it. I'm trying to go through the motions and hope it passes. I go back to work today... Probly the cause of my anxiety. I'm a bartender so it's going to be a trying day. I'm holding tight to my plan and am starting to feel better as I post. I'm going to set my timer on my phone to count down my shift and stay logged on to SR. I will tell everyone I'm not drinking because I have to pick up my son after my shift. I can do this! I will post later to let you know how it goes.
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