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Join Date: Aug 2011
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Hi everyone,
This is my first ever post on a forum and my first day of sobriety since I can remember.
I have today admitted to myself that I am an alcoholic and will be attending my first A.A meeting tomorrow as I know this is the right thing to do but I am nervous as hell.
After many years of losing jobs, friends, a relationship and hurting my family, the realisation of my problem has opened my eyes to how much alcohol is controlling my life and turns me into a person that is nothing like my true self.
I hope by joining this forum I can keep on track and meet new people who have been or are in a similar situation to myself.
Thanks guys
This is my first ever post on a forum and my first day of sobriety since I can remember.
I have today admitted to myself that I am an alcoholic and will be attending my first A.A meeting tomorrow as I know this is the right thing to do but I am nervous as hell.
After many years of losing jobs, friends, a relationship and hurting my family, the realisation of my problem has opened my eyes to how much alcohol is controlling my life and turns me into a person that is nothing like my true self.
I hope by joining this forum I can keep on track and meet new people who have been or are in a similar situation to myself.
Thanks guys
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Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Hampshire UK
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Hi there - have just re-joined the forum today as well. I haven't actually quit yet but am planning to do so in the next few days. Well done for taking the first step. I will be interested to hear about your AA experience. I was going to try counselling instead, but don't really know what is best. Anyway, welcome, and hope we can both do this thing!
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Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Mississippi
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Welcome FindingFaith - glad you're wanting to get sober.
It's so normal to be scared (afraid of living without alcohol, afraid of failing, afraid of the first AA meeting, etc.). If that weren't enough, anxiety is a symptom of withdrawal, so it can be rough for a few days. Just don't let the fear stop you and take it one day at a time. Things really will get better.
Hope you stick around and keep reading/posting - there's a lot of support and inspiration here!
It's so normal to be scared (afraid of living without alcohol, afraid of failing, afraid of the first AA meeting, etc.). If that weren't enough, anxiety is a symptom of withdrawal, so it can be rough for a few days. Just don't let the fear stop you and take it one day at a time. Things really will get better.
Hope you stick around and keep reading/posting - there's a lot of support and inspiration here!
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Join Date: Jul 2011
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Welcome Findingfaith. I ditto all that has been said, you will find loads of support here and no matter how bad you think things have become you are guaranteed someone on here could write your story too.
SR is an amazing support to me personally, so keep posting and sharing and not only will you be helped but you will be helping others too.
SR is an amazing support to me personally, so keep posting and sharing and not only will you be helped but you will be helping others too.
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Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Colorado
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I think many of us have been in similar situations as yours, as stated above.
To me, stopping drinking was terrifying. It was what I DID. What a way to live.
Happy to hear you're going to that AA meeting. Maybe just listen and hear the things you can relate to. You'll find many of us alcoholics have a lot in common.
Best to you, and keep us posted.
To me, stopping drinking was terrifying. It was what I DID. What a way to live.
Happy to hear you're going to that AA meeting. Maybe just listen and hear the things you can relate to. You'll find many of us alcoholics have a lot in common.
Best to you, and keep us posted.
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Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Columbus, OH
Posts: 95
Glad you're here, FF. I've been where you are - recently. If you go the AA route, the key for me was to hit different meetings until one felt right. In the opening, they often ask people who are sponsors to raise their hand. I found one who seemed to understand the program and asked him to be a temporary sponsor. Those two things were plenty for me to handle at first - and it goes from there! Best of luck.
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Join Date: Aug 2007
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Hi FindingFaith! Very wise of you to realize alcohol is controlling your actions. It took me decades to admit that, & my life was chaos by the time I finally saw what needed to be done. Coming here gave me a feeling of strength & support that I didn't have in my life. I was no longer alone, and that meant everything.
So glad you are here, look forward to hearing how your meeting goes.
So glad you are here, look forward to hearing how your meeting goes.
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Join Date: Aug 2011
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Welcome Findingfaith,
I too am new in recovery. I am finding this website useful
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All the best in your recovery.
CaiHong
I too am new in recovery. I am finding this website useful
Relapse Prevention How To Stay Sober!
All the best in your recovery.
CaiHong
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Join Date: Aug 2011
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Thanks for the welcomes, I really appreciate the kindness, it's surprising how quickly this place seems to feel right. Would anyone have any advice on how to tell my parents about my problem? My dad lost his sister to alcohol a few years ago so it's a very sore subject around the house, I do think that my recovery will have a stronger chance of being sucessful if my parents are supporting me. Should I just tell them when they are home or should I wait until after my first aa meeting tonight so they might have something to read and have a better understanding of what is happening?
Thanks
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