Dee74

welcome back calistoga

yeah I definitely had to make more changes in my life than just not drinking.

I need to have a sober life that fulfills me and that I'm happy in...I need to be ok with who I am

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calistoga

your advice about focusing on just one day at a time really resonates with me right now. I think it's good advice for me for many things beyond just drinking thank you!

I've been a lot less stressed out that I'm focusing on just want's in front of me right now. Seems obvious, but I didn't full 'get' that until recently. The next few weeks will be a good opportunity to practice this.

And on that note, off to work!

eJoshua

I always knew I was a heavy heavy drinker, but I don't think I ever really thought of myself as an alcoholic until I tried to quit. That is to say, I didn't realize the full grip the addiction had on my life until I tried to loosen myself from it. It sounds like maybe you are discovering the same.

Have you considered seeing a counselor/therapist? It sounds like you are a very self reflective person, like myself. I have found it very helpful to have a consistent outside opinion on my depression, moods and addictions. It also sounds like you were self medicating for a while, so you may have some issues that could bear talking out with another person in depth.

Best wishes,

Zeba

Way to go on making all of these realizations yourself. Your positivity is very inspiring You can do it!!