Class of April 2019 Support Thread
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I just noticed you live in Greece dear Strawberry.....gosh....what a lot of countries in this thread. 
So it's Saturday afternoon for you, always my toughest time in early recovery. Try and do something different, like taking the dog to the park....something that might create a new fun Saturday afternoon....just a thought.
With you all the way here...we can make Saturday a win as well.....
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So it's Saturday afternoon for you, always my toughest time in early recovery. Try and do something different, like taking the dog to the park....something that might create a new fun Saturday afternoon....just a thought.
With you all the way here...we can make Saturday a win as well.....
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Well done, strawberry and blue wellies, and stick with it simplicity we can do it. I agree too Canuck it's been a lovely spring day today here. Day 3 done for me, a few tears of frustration today but that's to be expected, and it did pass.
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Warmest day of 2019 here today. Sun is shining. I went for a haircut, shaved my winter beard off, bought groceries, and had a bath. Going to AA tonight. Literally the most productive day I have had in months. I was quite depressed over the winter I believe because antidepressant meds have really had a noticeable difference on my general mental health.
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Hi Aprils 2019
I've just nipped in from the class of April 2018 and today I have 12 months sober. This very day last year I was in such a bad place, I was hungover, ashamed, remorseful and plain desperate. I was sick and tired of being sick and tired, hiding bottles of wine around the house lying, feeling guilty all the time, paranoid and I just loathed myself. I caused so much destruction and unhappiness to myself and my family, my husband was on the verge of leaving me, he just couldn't cope any more.
With the help of S.R I've managed to turn my life round, I'm not saying it's all been plain sailing, there have been many dodgy moments, but by staying focused, taking each day as it comes and by truly wanting to be sober, I've got this far and I can honestly say that I do not have one single regret.
The best change for me by far is being able to be honest and open, I no longer have that gut wrenching feeling of guilt when I wake up in the mornings, no panicking trying to remember where I hid my empty wine bottles or being paranoid about smelling of stale alcohol. I don't ever want to go back to that.
I just want you all to know that if I can do this, then so can you. Remember it's 'just for today', post as often as you can, ask as many questions as you need, grab all the help available to you and most importantly be kind to yourself.
Sending you all lots of love and positive vibes. xxxxx
I've just nipped in from the class of April 2018 and today I have 12 months sober. This very day last year I was in such a bad place, I was hungover, ashamed, remorseful and plain desperate. I was sick and tired of being sick and tired, hiding bottles of wine around the house lying, feeling guilty all the time, paranoid and I just loathed myself. I caused so much destruction and unhappiness to myself and my family, my husband was on the verge of leaving me, he just couldn't cope any more.
With the help of S.R I've managed to turn my life round, I'm not saying it's all been plain sailing, there have been many dodgy moments, but by staying focused, taking each day as it comes and by truly wanting to be sober, I've got this far and I can honestly say that I do not have one single regret.
The best change for me by far is being able to be honest and open, I no longer have that gut wrenching feeling of guilt when I wake up in the mornings, no panicking trying to remember where I hid my empty wine bottles or being paranoid about smelling of stale alcohol. I don't ever want to go back to that.
I just want you all to know that if I can do this, then so can you. Remember it's 'just for today', post as often as you can, ask as many questions as you need, grab all the help available to you and most importantly be kind to yourself.
Sending you all lots of love and positive vibes. xxxxx
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Originally Posted by Strawberry18 
Hello everyone , stay strong today ! My cravings are strong but I'm stronger !
H how's the no smoking going ? I caved on that one today
H how's the no smoking going ? I caved on that one today
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Originally Posted by Daisybelle
Hi Aprils 2019
I've just nipped in from the class of April 2018 and today I have 12 months sober. This very day last year I was in such a bad place, I was hungover, ashamed, remorseful and plain desperate. I was sick and tired of being sick and tired, hiding bottles of wine around the house lying, feeling guilty all the time, paranoid and I just loathed myself. I caused so much destruction and unhappiness to myself and my family, my husband was on the verge of leaving me, he just couldn't cope any more.
With the help of S.R I've managed to turn my life round, I'm not saying it's all been plain sailing, there have been many dodgy moments, but by staying focused, taking each day as it comes and by truly wanting to be sober, I've got this far and I can honestly say that I do not have one single regret.
The best change for me by far is being able to be honest and open, I no longer have that gut wrenching feeling of guilt when I wake up in the mornings, no panicking trying to remember where I hid my empty wine bottles or being paranoid about smelling of stale alcohol. I don't ever want to go back to that.
I just want you all to know that if I can do this, then so can you. Remember it's 'just for today', post as often as you can, ask as many questions as you need, grab all the help available to you and most importantly be kind to yourself.
Sending you all lots of love and positive vibes. xxxxx
I've just nipped in from the class of April 2018 and today I have 12 months sober. This very day last year I was in such a bad place, I was hungover, ashamed, remorseful and plain desperate. I was sick and tired of being sick and tired, hiding bottles of wine around the house lying, feeling guilty all the time, paranoid and I just loathed myself. I caused so much destruction and unhappiness to myself and my family, my husband was on the verge of leaving me, he just couldn't cope any more.
With the help of S.R I've managed to turn my life round, I'm not saying it's all been plain sailing, there have been many dodgy moments, but by staying focused, taking each day as it comes and by truly wanting to be sober, I've got this far and I can honestly say that I do not have one single regret.
The best change for me by far is being able to be honest and open, I no longer have that gut wrenching feeling of guilt when I wake up in the mornings, no panicking trying to remember where I hid my empty wine bottles or being paranoid about smelling of stale alcohol. I don't ever want to go back to that.
I just want you all to know that if I can do this, then so can you. Remember it's 'just for today', post as often as you can, ask as many questions as you need, grab all the help available to you and most importantly be kind to yourself.
Sending you all lots of love and positive vibes. xxxxx
I am SO glad you posted this for the Amazing Aprils today.
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I second that Daisy--I often read your April thread because I feel such lightness and peace when I read your posts of everyday life and what your recovery looks like in it.
Wishing all you April sober folk good luck and lasting sobriety. It is so worth having, and each of you deserve it.
Wishing all you April sober folk good luck and lasting sobriety. It is so worth having, and each of you deserve it.
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