Class of March 2016 Part 24
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Location: Australia
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LIST 7 REASONS YOU DO NOT WANT TO DRINK:
1. I don’t want to make my family’s life harder
2. I don’t want to make my life harder
3. I don’t want to mess up my studies
4. I don’t want to throw up
5. Thinking of the taste of any booze literally makes me gag
6. I don’t want to lose the respect I’ve gained from myself and others
7. I really, really, really don’t want to be in hospital ever again
LIST 7 REASONS SOBRIETY IS AWESOME:
1. It’s made me strong enough to deal with the hardest times in my life
2. I’m able to be there for others rather than causing more stress
3. I’m much calmer and able to think clearly
4. I love cooking and eating again
5. Some exciting opportunities I’d never have while drinking
6. I’m growing as a person
7. I’m genuinely excited for my future
LIST 7 THINGS YOU ARE GRATEFUL FOR:
1. My dogs
2. My family
3. The friends who’ve always been there
4. Time to study what I love
5. My health
6. Hope
7. Music
LIST 7 THINGS YOU ARE GONNA PUT ON YOUR FUN LIST NOW THAT YOU ARE SOBER:
1. Reading again
2. swimming
3. Going out to dinner more
4. Movies
5. Tattoos
6. Painting. Drawing, writing again
7. Going to see more performances again
LIST 7 OF YOUR FAVORITE SOBER THINGS TO DO:
1. Reading everything
2. Cooking
3. Movie days
4. Studying without wine
5. Yoga
6. Playing with my puppies
7. Daydreaming about my future, finding places to travel etc
LIST 7 GOALS FOR YOURSELF
1. Do really really well with my studies
2. Improve my confidence
3. Organise everything I own and donate what I don’t need
4. Own a home
5. Travel more
6. Improve my yoga practise, be able to do all the poses I want
7. Feel healthier in mind and body
IF YOU COULD ONLY TAKE 7 FOODS WITH YOU TO AN ISLAND, WHAT WOULD THEY BE: (just for fun!) haha
1. COFFEE
2. Avocado x 1000000
3. Pad thai, tofu, satay sauce, green veggies
4. Chocolate
5. Crispy salmon salad
6. Crab or prawn pasta
7. Massive burrito
Thinking about this food one actually made me laugh, most of my favourite foods are fruits, veggies and seafood. I’d do well on an island! Must be because i'm an Aussie
This was fun kiki thanks!
1. I don’t want to make my family’s life harder
2. I don’t want to make my life harder
3. I don’t want to mess up my studies
4. I don’t want to throw up
5. Thinking of the taste of any booze literally makes me gag
6. I don’t want to lose the respect I’ve gained from myself and others
7. I really, really, really don’t want to be in hospital ever again
LIST 7 REASONS SOBRIETY IS AWESOME:
1. It’s made me strong enough to deal with the hardest times in my life
2. I’m able to be there for others rather than causing more stress
3. I’m much calmer and able to think clearly
4. I love cooking and eating again
5. Some exciting opportunities I’d never have while drinking
6. I’m growing as a person
7. I’m genuinely excited for my future
LIST 7 THINGS YOU ARE GRATEFUL FOR:
1. My dogs
2. My family
3. The friends who’ve always been there
4. Time to study what I love
5. My health
6. Hope
7. Music
LIST 7 THINGS YOU ARE GONNA PUT ON YOUR FUN LIST NOW THAT YOU ARE SOBER:
1. Reading again
2. swimming
3. Going out to dinner more
4. Movies
5. Tattoos
6. Painting. Drawing, writing again
7. Going to see more performances again
LIST 7 OF YOUR FAVORITE SOBER THINGS TO DO:
1. Reading everything
2. Cooking
3. Movie days
4. Studying without wine
5. Yoga
6. Playing with my puppies
7. Daydreaming about my future, finding places to travel etc
LIST 7 GOALS FOR YOURSELF
1. Do really really well with my studies
2. Improve my confidence
3. Organise everything I own and donate what I don’t need
4. Own a home
5. Travel more
6. Improve my yoga practise, be able to do all the poses I want
7. Feel healthier in mind and body
IF YOU COULD ONLY TAKE 7 FOODS WITH YOU TO AN ISLAND, WHAT WOULD THEY BE: (just for fun!) haha
1. COFFEE
2. Avocado x 1000000
3. Pad thai, tofu, satay sauce, green veggies
4. Chocolate
5. Crispy salmon salad
6. Crab or prawn pasta
7. Massive burrito
Thinking about this food one actually made me laugh, most of my favourite foods are fruits, veggies and seafood. I’d do well on an island! Must be because i'm an Aussie
This was fun kiki thanks!
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Location: USA
Posts: 5,250
I'm glad you guys liked the questionnaire. Haha. It was the only thing I could think of to change the tone of the class after that stressful few hours. All you're answers were awesome! I would definitely wanted to be stranded on a deserted island with YOU guys!
I need to turn my brain off now. Gonna watch TV and crash. Nite friends.
And prayers to all those who are struggling.
Xo
I need to turn my brain off now. Gonna watch TV and crash. Nite friends.
And prayers to all those who are struggling.
Xo
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Location: Chicago, IL
Posts: 1,227
Originally Posted by ManInTheArena 
Not sure what this has to do with anything, but a friend of mine posted it up on FB - just thought I would share. I don't really know what to make of Brene Brown - she says kind of cool things that make me feel good - I guess I'll just leave it at that 
''I think midlife is when the universe gently places her hands upon your shoulders, pulls you close, and whispers in your ear: I’m not screwing around. It’s time. All of this pretending and performing – these coping mechanisms that you’ve developed to protect yourself from feeling inadequate and getting hurt – has to go. Your armor is preventing you from growing into your gifts. I understand that you needed these protections when you were small. I understand that you believed your armor could help you secure all of the things you needed to feel worthy of love and belonging, but you’re still searching and you’re more lost than ever. Time is growing short. There are unexplored adventures ahead of you. You can’t live the rest of your life worried about what other people think. You were born worthy of love and belonging. Courage and daring are coursing through you. You were made to live and love with your whole heart. It’s time to show up and be seen.'' ~ Brené Brown
''I think midlife is when the universe gently places her hands upon your shoulders, pulls you close, and whispers in your ear: I’m not screwing around. It’s time. All of this pretending and performing – these coping mechanisms that you’ve developed to protect yourself from feeling inadequate and getting hurt – has to go. Your armor is preventing you from growing into your gifts. I understand that you needed these protections when you were small. I understand that you believed your armor could help you secure all of the things you needed to feel worthy of love and belonging, but you’re still searching and you’re more lost than ever. Time is growing short. There are unexplored adventures ahead of you. You can’t live the rest of your life worried about what other people think. You were born worthy of love and belonging. Courage and daring are coursing through you. You were made to live and love with your whole heart. It’s time to show up and be seen.'' ~ Brené Brown
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Location: Chicago, IL
Posts: 1,227
Telling on myself. I really feel like drinking right now. Playing the tape forward to feeling shaky and anxious and gross. I won't wake up regretting staying sober, but I most definitely will wake up with regret if I drink.
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Location: US
Posts: 16,922
Originally Posted by samantha14
Lol - I don't now what you call them there - they are ice cream cones....
I tried to attach a picture but I am too technologically challenged.....
I tried to attach a picture but I am too technologically challenged.....
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Location: US
Posts: 16,922
Originally Posted by ManInTheArena
Not sure what this has to do with anything, but a friend of mine posted it up on FB - just thought I would share. I don't really know what to make of Brene Brown - she says kind of cool things that make me feel good - I guess I'll just leave it at that
''I think midlife is when the universe gently places her hands upon your shoulders, pulls you close, and whispers in your ear:
I’m not screwing around. It’s time. All of this pretending and performing – these coping mechanisms that you’ve developed to protect yourself from feeling inadequate and getting hurt – has to go.
Your armor is preventing you from growing into your gifts. I understand that you needed these protections when you were small. I understand that you believed your armor could help you secure all of the things you needed to feel worthy of love and belonging, but you’re still searching and you’re more lost than ever.
Time is growing short. There are unexplored adventures ahead of you. You can’t live the rest of your life worried about what other people think. You were born worthy of love and belonging. Courage and daring are coursing through you. You were made to live and love with your whole heart. It’s time to show up and be seen.''
~ Brené Brown
''I think midlife is when the universe gently places her hands upon your shoulders, pulls you close, and whispers in your ear:
I’m not screwing around. It’s time. All of this pretending and performing – these coping mechanisms that you’ve developed to protect yourself from feeling inadequate and getting hurt – has to go.
Your armor is preventing you from growing into your gifts. I understand that you needed these protections when you were small. I understand that you believed your armor could help you secure all of the things you needed to feel worthy of love and belonging, but you’re still searching and you’re more lost than ever.
Time is growing short. There are unexplored adventures ahead of you. You can’t live the rest of your life worried about what other people think. You were born worthy of love and belonging. Courage and daring are coursing through you. You were made to live and love with your whole heart. It’s time to show up and be seen.''
~ Brené Brown
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Location: Valley of the Sun, AZ
Posts: 3,458
Originally Posted by clearlyheaded
Telling on myself. I really feel like drinking right now. Playing the tape forward to feeling shaky and anxious and gross. I won't wake up regretting staying sober, but I most definitely will wake up with regret if I drink.
It's not easy, we all know that and have our struggles. Anything in particular going on? Or just the old habit coming back to haunt you?
You definitely will NOT regret NOT drinking.
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Location: US
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Clearlyheaded ~ I know, it sucks! Good for you that you posted...stick close by!
Hi, Immri! Good to see you!
OK I guess I'll attempt to post my answers here:
LIST 7 REASONS YOU DO NOT WANT TO DRINK:
1. I've gone from "fun to drink with" to "sloppy drunk"
2. I spend ridiculous amounts of money when drinking
3. I always regret it the following day(s)
4. Unexplained bruises and injuries don't seem funny anymore
5. I'm considered overweight ~ (and apparently aging doesn't help)
6. I don't know who I am unless I have a drink in my hand
7. It ruins everything else possible for my future
LIST 7 REASONS SOBRIETY IS AWESOME:
1. I sleep SO much better and have more energy throughout the day
2. I'm much more patient/less crabby
3. It makes me want to get more exercise
4. I can think clearly and maybe decide whet the hell I want to do with the rest of my life
5. I can save money (sometimes! lol)
6. I remember stuff!
7. It makes me want to educate myself so my brain isn't all mush
LIST 7 THINGS YOU ARE GRATEFUL FOR:
1. My family/friends (you guys!)
2. My jobs
3. My health (knock on wood)
4. The fact that it's (hopefully) not too late
5. Animals to take care of (my "kids")
6. My favorite music to jam to
7. Funny radio shows I get to listen to each day
LIST 7 THINGS YOU ARE GONNA PUT ON YOUR FUN LIST NOW THAT YOU ARE SOBER:
1. Keep learning drums
2. Travel
3. Drawing/painting/crafts
4. Exercise/dance
5. Be goofy and not have to rely on alcohol to do so
6. Spa retreat
7. Go to more concerts
LIST 7 OF YOUR FAVORITE SOBER THINGS TO DO:
1. Read (really???!!!)
2. Exercise
3. Spend time w/ my family
4. Go to work without a hangover
5. Chat with my SR friends
6. Relax (what's that???)
7. Go shopping
LIST 7 GOALS FOR YOURSELF
1. Create something
2. Speak up for myself & be strong enough to back it up
3. Continue to eliminate bad people from my life & surround myself with only good.
4. Adopt better eating habits
5. Continue education
6. Run a marathon
7. Put myself first!
IF YOU COULD ONLY TAKE 7 FOODS WITH YOU TO AN ISLAND, WHAT WOULD THEY BE: (just for fun!) haha
1. Spaghetti
2. Cheese
3. Nachos
4. Greasy cheesburgers
5. Chili cheese tots
6. Milkshakes
7. Did I mention I like cheese?
Hi, Immri! Good to see you!
OK I guess I'll attempt to post my answers here:
LIST 7 REASONS YOU DO NOT WANT TO DRINK:
1. I've gone from "fun to drink with" to "sloppy drunk"
2. I spend ridiculous amounts of money when drinking
3. I always regret it the following day(s)
4. Unexplained bruises and injuries don't seem funny anymore
5. I'm considered overweight ~ (and apparently aging doesn't help)
6. I don't know who I am unless I have a drink in my hand
7. It ruins everything else possible for my future
LIST 7 REASONS SOBRIETY IS AWESOME:
1. I sleep SO much better and have more energy throughout the day
2. I'm much more patient/less crabby
3. It makes me want to get more exercise
4. I can think clearly and maybe decide whet the hell I want to do with the rest of my life
5. I can save money (sometimes! lol)
6. I remember stuff!
7. It makes me want to educate myself so my brain isn't all mush
LIST 7 THINGS YOU ARE GRATEFUL FOR:
1. My family/friends (you guys!)
2. My jobs
3. My health (knock on wood)
4. The fact that it's (hopefully) not too late
5. Animals to take care of (my "kids")
6. My favorite music to jam to
7. Funny radio shows I get to listen to each day
LIST 7 THINGS YOU ARE GONNA PUT ON YOUR FUN LIST NOW THAT YOU ARE SOBER:
1. Keep learning drums
2. Travel
3. Drawing/painting/crafts
4. Exercise/dance
5. Be goofy and not have to rely on alcohol to do so
6. Spa retreat
7. Go to more concerts
LIST 7 OF YOUR FAVORITE SOBER THINGS TO DO:
1. Read (really???!!!)
2. Exercise
3. Spend time w/ my family
4. Go to work without a hangover
5. Chat with my SR friends
6. Relax (what's that???)
7. Go shopping
LIST 7 GOALS FOR YOURSELF
1. Create something
2. Speak up for myself & be strong enough to back it up
3. Continue to eliminate bad people from my life & surround myself with only good.
4. Adopt better eating habits
5. Continue education
6. Run a marathon
7. Put myself first!
IF YOU COULD ONLY TAKE 7 FOODS WITH YOU TO AN ISLAND, WHAT WOULD THEY BE: (just for fun!) haha
1. Spaghetti
2. Cheese
3. Nachos
4. Greasy cheesburgers
5. Chili cheese tots
6. Milkshakes
7. Did I mention I like cheese?
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Location: USA
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Originally Posted by clearlyheaded
Telling on myself. I really feel like drinking right now. Playing the tape forward to feeling shaky and anxious and gross. I won't wake up regretting staying sober, but I most definitely will wake up with regret if I drink.
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Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Chicago, IL
Posts: 1,227
Crisis averted. MITA - just some emotions that got stirred up and wanting to numb them. I also realized I was STARVING. I barely ate today. So I whipped up some mushroom ravioli with alfredo that I had in the freezer. It's almost 10 now, and I'm trying to get DD to sleep. I'm heading to bed soon too. I may take a sleeping pill my doc gave me. I could use a good solid rest tonight...so much to do tomorrow to start getting ready for our trip. Thanks for being here guys!! 
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Location: San Diego, Cali
Posts: 2,661
Originally Posted by beerbgone
I want to say something. I feel like I should say something. But I don't know what. I'm just speechless with what went on today.
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Location: San Diego, Cali
Posts: 2,661
Originally Posted by ManInTheArena
Not sure what this has to do with anything, but a friend of mine posted it up on FB - just thought I would share. I don't really know what to make of Brene Brown - she says kind of cool things that make me feel good - I guess I'll just leave it at that ''I think midlife is when the universe gently places her hands upon your shoulders, pulls you close, and whispers in your ear: I’m not screwing around. It’s time. All of this pretending and performing – these coping mechanisms that you’ve developed to protect yourself from feeling inadequate and getting hurt – has to go. Your armor is preventing you from growing into your gifts. I understand that you needed these protections when you were small. I understand that you believed your armor could help you secure all of the things you needed to feel worthy of love and belonging, but you’re still searching and you’re more lost than ever. Time is growing short. There are unexplored adventures ahead of you. You can’t live the rest of your life worried about what other people think. You were born worthy of love and belonging. Courage and daring are coursing through you. You were made to live and love with your whole heart. It’s time to show up and be seen.'' ~ Brené Brown
''I think midlife is when the universe gently places her hands upon your shoulders, pulls you close, and whispers in your ear: I’m not screwing around. It’s time. All of this pretending and performing – these coping mechanisms that you’ve developed to protect yourself from feeling inadequate and getting hurt – has to go. Your armor is preventing you from growing into your gifts. I understand that you needed these protections when you were small. I understand that you believed your armor could help you secure all of the things you needed to feel worthy of love and belonging, but you’re still searching and you’re more lost than ever. Time is growing short. There are unexplored adventures ahead of you. You can’t live the rest of your life worried about what other people think. You were born worthy of love and belonging. Courage and daring are coursing through you. You were made to live and love with your whole heart. It’s time to show up and be seen.'' ~ Brené Brown
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Originally Posted by samantha14
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Best I can do.....lol
Chocolate Peanut Butter is the best!!
Best I can do.....lol
Chocolate Peanut Butter is the best!!
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