I might get drunk...But should I do this anyway?
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Originally Posted by SoberRightNow 
We seem to be getting a real increase in the amount of moral high-horsed posts around here lately. It's frankly reprehensible in a forum entitled Newcomers to Sobriety in my view.
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Let's not let this develop into an argument.
This Forum is anyone who is trying to quit, or wants to quit using alcohol and/or drugs.
We can share our experience and what worked for us and hopefully offer support to newcomers. I never forget how many times it took me to finally stop drinking, or how horrible I felt each time I failed. I always try to keep that in mind when I post on SR, and especially when I post in Newcomers.
This Forum is anyone who is trying to quit, or wants to quit using alcohol and/or drugs.
We can share our experience and what worked for us and hopefully offer support to newcomers. I never forget how many times it took me to finally stop drinking, or how horrible I felt each time I failed. I always try to keep that in mind when I post on SR, and especially when I post in Newcomers.
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Ive been here around two years. Almost a year of being a member. Ive made moderation and relapse posts before but so what. I dont recall anyone saying you need permanent abstinence to post here. Im on my own journey and much more sober than I was when I got here.
I feel like your belittling and saying that people who post these questions shouldnt bother cause the answer is obvious. Im sure I thought that too even before I posted moderation or relapse questions. Maybe I just wanted to see what others whod gone before me thought of my 'stinkin thinkin'!
Easy enough to ignore those threads if you find they are a waste of your time
I feel like your belittling and saying that people who post these questions shouldnt bother cause the answer is obvious. Im sure I thought that too even before I posted moderation or relapse questions. Maybe I just wanted to see what others whod gone before me thought of my 'stinkin thinkin'!
Easy enough to ignore those threads if you find they are a waste of your time
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Originally Posted by Fallow
Ive been here around two years. Almost a year of being a member. Ive made moderation and relapse posts before but so what. I dont recall anyone saying you need permanent abstinence to post here. Im on my own journey and much more sober than I was when I got here.
I feel like your belittling and saying that people who post these questions shouldnt bother cause the answer is obvious. Im sure I thought that too even before I posted moderation or relapse questions. Maybe I just wanted to see what others whod gone before me thought of my 'stinkin thinkin'!
Easy enough to ignore those threads if you find they are a waste of your time
I feel like your belittling and saying that people who post these questions shouldnt bother cause the answer is obvious. Im sure I thought that too even before I posted moderation or relapse questions. Maybe I just wanted to see what others whod gone before me thought of my 'stinkin thinkin'!
Easy enough to ignore those threads if you find they are a waste of your time
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I would like to say a big thank you to Sapling for all the great advice and excellent links to further advice that has been offered, and the support given .... even though I still haven't got off my bum and gone to a meeting which I know annoys many! As a newcomer and someone who is only 31 days Sapling (and all the other lovely posters) have made this journey much easier, I haven't found the comments made to me judgemental.. just the kick in the right direction that I needed at the time.. So, just wanted to say thanks really x
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You're very welcome TimeToGetALife...I'm more than happy to kick you in the right direction...Which for me is not drinking...I may be partial to AA because it saved my life. But if I just found out eating lot's of watermelon did the same thing...That's the direction I'd be kicking you in. Thanks a lot man/woman...Congrats to you on 31 wonderful days....Hang on to them.
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