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Another Newbie Just a quick note of introduction before going to bed. Today was my first day sober. I found this site earlier in the week and was just waiting for my authorization to join in the conversation. I have a lot of things to sort through and a lot of work to do, but I am ready. Not sure AA is the direction I will go, but I am doing research on what the best path for me is. Whatever path, it will be a sober path, and that is what is most important. Beer is my drug of choice and binge drinking is my pattern. I have gone a week or two without touching a drop, but when I do there is no off switch. It has been that way for the last 18 years. I've been married 10 years and have a beautiful 3 year old daughter. I am highly functional and my drinking has never caused question at my job as I restricted activity to post work. Naturally, I was not operating at 100% at work due to drinking too much the night before and passing out, but when that is the norm, co-workers don't know what 100% looks like. Well, I've rambled on long enough. It was a long day at work, I am beat, and the alarm clock is going to go off in 5 hours to do it all again. I look forward to making friends and finding support here. God bless and good luck. |
Welcome to SR Haon! :c009: You can find a lot of support here, and you'll find a lot people here that have similar drinking histories. Great that you decided to do something about your problem, and keeping reading and posting is a good way to start. |
I'll add my welcome too Haon :) I was a beer binger too - I ended up an all day drinker, tho so you're very wise to look at it now... Good to have you with us - like littlestranger said, you'll find a lot of support here :) D |
(((Haon))) - Welcome to SR!!!! You'll find you're in good company, with lots of supportive people! Hugs and prayers! Amy |
Welcome to SR! :ghug3 Glad you found us and joined the family. Congrats on deciding to live a sober life. It really is worth the effort.:) |
Thanks for the Welcomes Thank you for the warm welcomes. My initial therapy is going to be continuing to read and post on here. What a wonderful resource and outlet you have created. I am very thankful to have found you. |
Welcome! SR is a super place for support! |
Welcome Haon, It's really good to be with people who have been where you're at and understand what you're going through - makes us not feel so unique or alone. Keep reading and posting. So glad you're here. |
Welcome Haon. I'm pretty new here, but I've seen that this is a great place for information and support. I'm wishing you the best. |
Good to see you here....:wavey: Welcome to our recovery community Blessings to you your wife and dauughter |
Originally Posted by Haon
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Just a quick note of introduction before going to bed. Today was my first day sober. I found this site earlier in the week and was just waiting for my authorization to join in the conversation. I have a lot of things to sort through and a lot of work to do, but I am ready. Not sure AA is the direction I will go, but I am doing research on what the best path for me is. Whatever path, it will be a sober path, and that is what is most important. Beer is my drug of choice and binge drinking is my pattern. I have gone a week or two without touching a drop, but when I do there is no off switch. It has been that way for the last 18 years. I've been married 10 years and have a beautiful 3 year old daughter. I am highly functional and my drinking has never caused question at my job as I restricted activity to post work. Naturally, I was not operating at 100% at work due to drinking too much the night before and passing out, but when that is the norm, co-workers don't know what 100% looks like. Well, I've rambled on long enough. It was a long day at work, I am beat, and the alarm clock is going to go off in 5 hours to do it all again. I look forward to making friends and finding support here. God bless and good luck. |
Welcome to SR!! |
Hi there Haon, I'm new here too, but already finding that this is an amazing place, I don't feel alone. Everytime I think of drinking I think about this website. Good luck to you! |
Awesome!! Welcome here!! Good luck on staying sober. You can do it I believe in you!!! :) |
Glad you're here Hoan..my story sounds similar to yours as well. Beer at night, etc. This place is a great source..so nice not feel alone. Hope to hear more about how you're doing! :) |
Welcome Haon & you, too Andi! It's wonderful you've joined us. I was immediately relieved when I found this place - these people spoke my language, they understood everything I was going through. I wish I'd known such a place existed years ago & my story might have been different. I was a binge drinker too, until I evolved into a 24/7 drinker. My tolerance was huge - I could sip 100 proof vodka most of the day & not feel anything but a slight numbness. I'm sure I was in a fog, but I didn't realize it. There certainly were no happy or fun moments anymore! I regret all the wasted years spent poisoning myself, but as I've learned by reading on SR - there's no point in spending the rest of our lives filled with regret and remorse. That was then, this is now - and we are healing! Congratulations to you for reaching out & seeking a better life. |
Welcome Haon and please accept a big pat on the back for deciding to seek sobriety. I too drank every night and went to work hung over. You will be amazed how different it will feel going to work without a hang over and without guilt and shame and able to look your coworkers in the eye. Hang with us! |
Brand new here too, Haon. .......6 days Welcome, Glad I found this site , for sure ! It's certainly clarified a few things for me. Hope it helps you too |
Today is my first day also, your story sounds so similar, welcome. |
Welcome! Glad you are here! |
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