I can't believe the difference!!
bona fido dog-lover
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: SF Bay area, CA
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I can't believe the difference!!
Next Friday I'll be sober ten months!! I cannot believe how much better my life is and how much different/better my attitude is now! I feel like the person I used to be: younger, happier, more positive, more grateful, healthier, more responsible, and much nicer to be around.
I wake up these days eager to start a new day. I'm no longer so afraid and my depression and anxiety is so much more tolerable. I'm not afraid to go anywhere, I'm not afraid to face anyone, I'm able to respond in any emergencies, I'm much more capable of managing problems.
To any newcomers reading this, I used to think I was hopeless, that I'd never be able to maintain sobriety. But I'm doing this and so happy to be sober. I still have the same problems I used to have but how I react to those problems is the difference between night and day.... and that is the best part of staying sober. I am no longer watching life pass me by but am actively participating in life and making a positive contribution to the world around me. Ten months ago I didn't think I could 'do this' but I AM doing it and feel better than I'd ever thought possible.
Staying sober IS possible and it IS worth the effort and sacrifice required. Don't give up! Never give up! The rewards are worth it.
(I'm having a good day... can you tell?
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I wake up these days eager to start a new day. I'm no longer so afraid and my depression and anxiety is so much more tolerable. I'm not afraid to go anywhere, I'm not afraid to face anyone, I'm able to respond in any emergencies, I'm much more capable of managing problems.
To any newcomers reading this, I used to think I was hopeless, that I'd never be able to maintain sobriety. But I'm doing this and so happy to be sober.
I still have the same problems I used to have but how I react to those problems is the difference between night and day.... and that is the best part of staying sober. I am no longer watching life pass me by but am actively participating in life and making a positive contribution to the world around me. Ten months ago I didn't think I could 'do this' but I AM doing it and feel better than I'd ever thought possible.Staying sober IS possible and it IS worth the effort and sacrifice required. Don't give up! Never give up! The rewards are worth it.
(I'm having a good day... can you tell?
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Canada
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Wonderful news least... I am so happy for you. The positive things that result from sobriety never end, each day gets better and better. Your post is uplifting and will be an excellent inspiration to those that don't think they can "do it" or those "just starting the journey" or those who have been "on their journey for along time".
Thanks for everything you contribute to SR.
You are right least... everyone can do this!
And now I will celebrate your success with a ...
dance
hug :ghug3
and
Thanks for everything you contribute to SR.
You are right least... everyone can do this!
And now I will celebrate your success with a ...
dance
hug :ghug3
and
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: NJ
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Least!!!! you make me & Sammy feel excited too. congrats to you for being a shining example for me....nope, life isn't "perfect" but you are living it. You are kind to everyone on this forum and i think you pay it forward to others.
I agree that sober people react better to problems and manage stress more easily.
Congrats on your 10 months...i hope to one day say the same.
I agree that sober people react better to problems and manage stress more easily.
Congrats on your 10 months...i hope to one day say the same.
bona fido dog-lover
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: SF Bay area, CA
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I offer support for the newcomer just as it was/is given to me. I'm just passing it on.
For the longest time I didn't believe it when I was told that I could 'do it', that I could stay sober. So I just want to share the good news that it IS possible.
I'm just passing it on. For the longest time I didn't believe it when I was told that I could 'do it', that I could stay sober. So I just want to share the good news that it IS possible. 
Idiot!
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: United Kingdom
Posts: 556
Exactly what you need to hear when you are starting out. It seemed impossible then that I could ever be happy without alcohol but like you say, it really can and does happen.
Great post and well done and thanks for keeping us informed.
Stu.
Great post and well done and thanks for keeping us informed.
Stu.
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