Class of April 2018 Part One
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Join Date: Dec 2017
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Howdy Red
So I’m still trying not to drink but the feeling still there and strong.....I’m I doing something wrong??? Is this when an action plan comes into play???? Because my F it attitude is squeezing its way in and that’s a disaster itself!!!!
So I’m still trying not to drink but the feeling still there and strong.....I’m I doing something wrong??? Is this when an action plan comes into play???? Because my F it attitude is squeezing its way in and that’s a disaster itself!!!!
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Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 1,055
Hi all, I'm going to join this class too, since I was a late Marcher to sobriety. I think two classes will be great support. I had over 30 days Feb. into early March and then stepped back to my old ways. I am now committed to this sober life for good, and I'm going to do all I can to stay away from alcohol (wine in particular was my choice.)
I'm not counting days but I'm a bit over a week and will look forward to sharing when I hit 30 days.
I was reminded today how the urges can just come out of nowhere...when you least expect it. I was feeling great today with no desires for drink until I decided to call my mom. She mentions right away how she just poured a glass of wine, so my timing was perfect. I admit I began having slight thoughts to drink, very slight, but decided to enjoy the conversation and go for a walk when I hung up. Honestly, I'm a bit worried about my mom. She's not a heavy drinker, but I have seen her wine intake increase in frequency over the last couple of years. I feel sorry for her, and I hope when I tell her I've stopped drinking, she'll think about her own habits.
Anyway, on my walk I listened to a great sober podcast which set my mind totally straight again. I would highly recommend podcasts. They are very encouraging and a good reminder that we are not alone in this sobriety journey.
I look forward to all the posts this month!
I'm not counting days but I'm a bit over a week and will look forward to sharing when I hit 30 days.
I was reminded today how the urges can just come out of nowhere...when you least expect it. I was feeling great today with no desires for drink until I decided to call my mom. She mentions right away how she just poured a glass of wine, so my timing was perfect. I admit I began having slight thoughts to drink, very slight, but decided to enjoy the conversation and go for a walk when I hung up. Honestly, I'm a bit worried about my mom. She's not a heavy drinker, but I have seen her wine intake increase in frequency over the last couple of years. I feel sorry for her, and I hope when I tell her I've stopped drinking, she'll think about her own habits.
Anyway, on my walk I listened to a great sober podcast which set my mind totally straight again. I would highly recommend podcasts. They are very encouraging and a good reminder that we are not alone in this sobriety journey.
I look forward to all the posts this month!
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Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Hogwarts
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Hi Quitnow. I had a similar experience with a friend today. My mind wandered to drinking when a friend texted at 12:15 and said one beer down. And then continually texted the rest of the day. Of course it turned into texts I couldn't read. I did text her after her first and said none for me today. And every text that she sent after I felt really good with my choice today.
I love sober podcasts too!
I'm exhausted, in a good way. I'll see you all tomorrow.
I love sober podcasts too!
I'm exhausted, in a good way. I'll see you all tomorrow.
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Join Date: Dec 2017
Posts: 752
Day 1 today ended up drinking I take full responsibility for my bad decision really nothing to say about it other then when someone hands you a glass of wine and tells you to chill out it’s hard to put it down when your weak at the moment I just wanted the cravings and withdrawals to stop but instead added another day of them
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Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Greece
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Originally Posted by xxxNICHOLExxx 
Strawberry I think we’re both better off without alcohol
I have to change . That will start today
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Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 437
Today is 21 days sober for me!!!!
When I decided to be sober, I honestly didn't think I'd hit 3 weeks as like a lot of people, I seem to get to one week then the cravings get too much/ I just feel like a deserve a drink to take the edge off
Very happy and positive, next goal is 28days! I've seen my heart rate drop, my cardio fitness increase and my sleep gradually improve.
Today I woke up listening to the rain and just felt good that it's another sober morning. A major thing helping me is wanting sobriety more than anything else. I don't want to wake up again at day 1.
When I decided to be sober, I honestly didn't think I'd hit 3 weeks as like a lot of people, I seem to get to one week then the cravings get too much/ I just feel like a deserve a drink to take the edge off
Very happy and positive, next goal is 28days! I've seen my heart rate drop, my cardio fitness increase and my sleep gradually improve.
Today I woke up listening to the rain and just felt good that it's another sober morning. A major thing helping me is wanting sobriety more than anything else. I don't want to wake up again at day 1.
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Welcome gymratgirl and Sath
Hey y’all
So it’s 630am Im starting my day!! I’m little upset with myself but I already know what tonight is going to be like so I’m going to the store to get stuff I like that's healthy to help me get through the night no more day 1s postive changes
Take care y’all
Last day 1
Congrats zombie on days
Hey y’all
So it’s 630am Im starting my day!! I’m little upset with myself but I already know what tonight is going to be like so I’m going to the store to get stuff I like that's healthy to help me get through the night no more day 1s postive changes
Take care y’all
Last day 1
Congrats zombie on days
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Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: uk
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Right here we go....
This morning I woke up with a hangover and after an argument with my girlfriend realised what a mess my life has become (again) and that I urgently need to sort myself out.
Approximately 18 months ago I was in this same boat, probably worse, but without typing up my full life story I sobered up. I managed a little over 6 months without a drink and then finally relapsed.
It started slowly with just the odd few drinks and gradually built up to where I am now with daily drinking and more recently binge drinking. Looking in the mirror I can see the damage, I have put on a couple of stone and my mind that was once so sharp when I was sober is now fuzzy.
I lost my girlfriend through drink and after around 4 months of sobriety got her back and I realise I am now in serious danger of losing her again.
So day one it is again, it is a long hard journey but I know it can be done, I have done it before and my health both physical and mental improved immeasurably.
So why did I relapse, because I became complacent.
Will I relapse again? quite probably but what I most need now is to bank some sober days. Today is the first step then tomorrow then the next day and then set my new goals.
I can seriously say the sober 6 months that I enjoyed were just the greatest. I need to draw strength from that time and get my Sh*t together as I feel I am spiraling and although not at rock bottom as I was when I first joined this group I know I am rapidly descending.
Wish me luck and likewise I wish you all the best with you journeys.
Rob
This morning I woke up with a hangover and after an argument with my girlfriend realised what a mess my life has become (again) and that I urgently need to sort myself out.
Approximately 18 months ago I was in this same boat, probably worse, but without typing up my full life story I sobered up. I managed a little over 6 months without a drink and then finally relapsed.
It started slowly with just the odd few drinks and gradually built up to where I am now with daily drinking and more recently binge drinking. Looking in the mirror I can see the damage, I have put on a couple of stone and my mind that was once so sharp when I was sober is now fuzzy.
I lost my girlfriend through drink and after around 4 months of sobriety got her back and I realise I am now in serious danger of losing her again.
So day one it is again, it is a long hard journey but I know it can be done, I have done it before and my health both physical and mental improved immeasurably.
So why did I relapse, because I became complacent.
Will I relapse again? quite probably but what I most need now is to bank some sober days. Today is the first step then tomorrow then the next day and then set my new goals.
I can seriously say the sober 6 months that I enjoyed were just the greatest. I need to draw strength from that time and get my Sh*t together as I feel I am spiraling and although not at rock bottom as I was when I first joined this group I know I am rapidly descending.
Wish me luck and likewise I wish you all the best with you journeys.
Rob
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Scotland
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Afternoon everyone and new x
Day 8 for me, im hoping this week my mood doesn't lower even more. As normal my appetite has gone and eating disorder is in full swing, least my anxiety is not bad. Got my follow up with my alcohol councillor tomo . oh the other good thing is i am not taking myself to bed as much.
So i am sitting here watching carry on movie and catching up on stuff here.
Have a good day all if u can, keep up the fight xx
Day 8 for me, im hoping this week my mood doesn't lower even more. As normal my appetite has gone and eating disorder is in full swing, least my anxiety is not bad. Got my follow up with my alcohol councillor tomo . oh the other good thing is i am not taking myself to bed as much.
So i am sitting here watching carry on movie and catching up on stuff here.
Have a good day all if u can, keep up the fight xx
Embracing Joys of Sobriety
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Portland, Ore
Posts: 50
Day 8 here for me...am determined to make April completely sober! Was in January class but relapsed after 58 days but bounced back after two and half weeks destructive and ugly bender.
We all are resilient! Looking forward to our journey as a strong and supportive team.
Onward we go!
We all are resilient! Looking forward to our journey as a strong and supportive team.
Onward we go!
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