Anna

Yeah, sometimes it works better for people to not count the days. I counted days for the first three weeks and then I began focusing more on recovery, as opposed to not drinking, and I kind of naturally stopped counting days. However, I do think it's important to look back once in awhile to see how far we've come.

Humbled77

For me, when I push through my worst days, the next day is usually a really good one. Do others experience this? The bad days get fewer and fewer but in a strange sort of way I don't mind those tough days, because I know the next day is gonna likely be a good one. I love that feeling of waking up clear, fresh, motivated, and positive. Admittedly, that sounds a bit sadistic.

whiskeyman

i think counting the days made me feel worse.
It was such a disappointment everytime i only made it to three or four, then start over. there was two years of that.
the pressure of counting almost killed me. I couldnt stand that part.
it became my main focus other than booze.
once i stopped actaully counting and relaxed into it abit i found the days snuck past me.
i am at day 89 and cant believe i am where i am