Class of October 2022 Support Thread Part One
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Use your tools Red - play the tape through, urge surf, eat something, post here...anything you can think of to not give up on where you are now.
https://www.soberrecovery.com/forums...-cravings.html (CarolD's tips for cravings)
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https://www.soberrecovery.com/forums...-cravings.html (CarolD's tips for cravings)
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What was I thinking?
I drank two nights ago. I went for a five mile hike this morning. My running club meets Mon, Wednesday, Thursday and Sat. I normally miss Thursday nights because it’s in a unfamiliar trail system that’s far from my home. But silly me thought I can join up with them tonight and somehow get through.
I was wildly mistaken. And this is why:
1. They all just ran a 50k this past weekend. So they’re in amazing shape and high from the run still.
2. I just hiked five miles earlier in the day, so I was a little tired from that.
3. I am coming off a binge episode from two nights ago.
4. I did not eat today. For some reason, I’m never hungry 2-3 days after I drink.
Our group split into two. One group would run nine miles and the other group would run five. I thought “I’m fine with five miles. I’ve got this”.
NOPE-
One hour into the run we were horribly lost. It’s dark and we all have lights. The girl who headed my group swore that she knew the trails like the back of her hand. I was not upset with her for not being able to guide us. But the fact that we ended up getting so lost meant that the 5 mile run ended up being more like 7 1/2 miles. At one point I was wheezing. I have never weezed in my life. I don’t have asthma. I have no lung issues I’ve never smoked a cigarette but I was wheezing. It was embarrassing.
I wonder when I’ll learn my lesson. That a body is meant to treasure. Not to abuse.
Don’t drink tonight, Red.
I drank two nights ago. I went for a five mile hike this morning. My running club meets Mon, Wednesday, Thursday and Sat. I normally miss Thursday nights because it’s in a unfamiliar trail system that’s far from my home. But silly me thought I can join up with them tonight and somehow get through.
I was wildly mistaken. And this is why:
1. They all just ran a 50k this past weekend. So they’re in amazing shape and high from the run still.
2. I just hiked five miles earlier in the day, so I was a little tired from that.
3. I am coming off a binge episode from two nights ago.
4. I did not eat today. For some reason, I’m never hungry 2-3 days after I drink.
Our group split into two. One group would run nine miles and the other group would run five. I thought “I’m fine with five miles. I’ve got this”.
NOPE-
One hour into the run we were horribly lost. It’s dark and we all have lights. The girl who headed my group swore that she knew the trails like the back of her hand. I was not upset with her for not being able to guide us. But the fact that we ended up getting so lost meant that the 5 mile run ended up being more like 7 1/2 miles. At one point I was wheezing. I have never weezed in my life. I don’t have asthma. I have no lung issues I’ve never smoked a cigarette but I was wheezing. It was embarrassing.
I wonder when I’ll learn my lesson. That a body is meant to treasure. Not to abuse.
Don’t drink tonight, Red.
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Originally Posted by Dee74 
Continue to fight it Red - you won't regret not drinking when you wake up in the morning.
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Originally Posted by Erratic
Im getting over the withdrawles, so hard work is going to happen now.
Feeling much better now, though I have to work shortly and I find it's draining me. How long has it been since your last drink Erratic? Hoping the withdrawals are over with soon. Today is 5 days for me and it feels like forever.
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Good morning all-
Peke! OMG-what an experience-I would have been freaking out, you did so well in spite of the earlier hike, the drinking slip, and not eating(girl!!) -7 and 1/2 miles--holy hell. No wonder a wheeze or two happened.
Red-I almost caved yesterday too, I was so close to drinking I thought it was inevitable. I logged on here and read a bunch of posts and it helped tremendously. I'm so glad you didn't drink.
Erratic-you are doing so well!
Freedom--you too, 8 days is wonderful.
Five-5!!!
Hang in there everyone, and apologies to folks I missed.
Peke! OMG-what an experience-I would have been freaking out, you did so well in spite of the earlier hike, the drinking slip, and not eating(girl!!) -7 and 1/2 miles--holy hell. No wonder a wheeze or two happened.
Red-I almost caved yesterday too, I was so close to drinking I thought it was inevitable. I logged on here and read a bunch of posts and it helped tremendously. I'm so glad you didn't drink.
Erratic-you are doing so well!
Freedom--you too, 8 days is wonderful.
Five-5!!!
Hang in there everyone, and apologies to folks I missed.
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Good Morning.
Vcat, Anna Paquin (True Blood), and Swank are such wonderful actors.
This is a must-see Swank movie. 5 out of 5 stars me thinks.
Red, Peke can you get some phone numbers of sober friends (maybe AA, NA) you can call when the urge is strong?
You know, someone to talk you down from drinking.
Erratic, Free, Five, and all class members. Give this a go: Pick up a recovery tool before you pick up the drink.
I see addiction recovery as any professional job. One starts as a beginner by picking up the tool of the trade. Then over time, as one practices with their tools, they become more skilled at their job. Finally with The Three Recovery Ps – Practice, patience, and persistence, one becomes a master of their trade.
Recovery tools, they're good for you!
Got up at 2: 15 am watching the telly and stirring around a bit. Sunrise shortly with an overcast sky, cool outside.
Another day to learn something new.
Blessed by my Lucky Stars ODAAT 49 Sober.
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Vcat, Anna Paquin (True Blood), and Swank are such wonderful actors.
This is a must-see Swank movie. 5 out of 5 stars me thinks.
Red, Peke can you get some phone numbers of sober friends (maybe AA, NA) you can call when the urge is strong?
You know, someone to talk you down from drinking.
Erratic, Free, Five, and all class members. Give this a go: Pick up a recovery tool before you pick up the drink.
I see addiction recovery as any professional job. One starts as a beginner by picking up the tool of the trade. Then over time, as one practices with their tools, they become more skilled at their job. Finally with The Three Recovery Ps – Practice, patience, and persistence, one becomes a master of their trade.
Recovery tools, they're good for you!
Got up at 2: 15 am watching the telly and stirring around a bit. Sunrise shortly with an overcast sky, cool outside.
Another day to learn something new.
Blessed by my Lucky Stars ODAAT 49 Sober.
NA Just For Today
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Well this weekend is going to be a good test! I'm going to a bachelorette party tomorrow. I'm the Maid of Honor and I planned it, so no getting out of it. It's nothing too wild. Just dinner at a restaurant and then to a bar after. I volunteered to be the designated driver for the bride and three other ladies. They all know that I don't think, so they won't be expecting me to. I just have to watch that I don't start thinking, poor me! That could lead me to wanting to drink today because I can't tomorrow. I'm staying busy today and around people who know I can't drink. I can do this!
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Yes, you can, dear Magnum! 
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I have no idea who thought weddings and alcohol go well together, especially the all-day drinking as you are getting ready. I cannot imagine anything worse.
I would much prefer to be the designated driver for the entire affair. And you are going to rock this! xx
sI have no idea who thought weddings and alcohol go well together, especially the all-day drinking as you are getting ready. I cannot imagine anything worse.
I would much prefer to be the designated driver for the entire affair. And you are going to rock this! xx
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