Scabeano

The hardest part for me maintaining my program is being alone. I actually have not been alone like am now in the past 3yrs. From being in jail to being in an actual drug and alcohol treatment inpatient. From being involved I had manage to get my family back in terms of my four daughters, an apartment in which I had not been able to do in 10yrs., I actually moved my oldest daughter in with me for spell until she got on her feet. Imagine that for this alcoholic and addicted to be able to do. Everything seemed to be great until she moved own and left my to myself her move was quite a positive move. Since, she is attending graduate school and now that I have programmed out I have nothing to hold on too. I have'nt really found a home group for a meeting although I really do not think that my problem. It is the loneliness I found my self in after being an addict for so many years. This is actually my first time ever being alone in my life. From leaving home at the age of 18yrs joining the Military for 9yrs, being married twice, the being involved in the culture, to programming and now some sense of success. But now I find myself Alone. What is next?

Veritas1

What is next is what you make it.

Be encouraged!

The best way to predict your future is to create it.

Xune

For me, I've found that I have to make an effort to engage in the world around me.

Perhaps you should consider seeing your Doctor, providing full disclosure and then once you get the all clear from your Doctor, think about joining a running or walking club.

Fitness programs are a win - win.

artsoul

Welcome, Scabeano!

Congrats on getting sober - It sounds like you have lots of good things happening in your life. Maybe this is a good time to take on a new hobby, volunteer in the community, take a class.... (?) You can always hang out with us, too!

Glad you're here!

Anna

It sounds like you're doing well and good for you for helping out your daughter.

I got involved in volunteer work when I was in early recovery and it really saved me. It gave me the chance to get outside myself and give back and I met some of the best people ever.

Dee74

Hi and welcome Scabeano

Another vote for volunteering here - it got me out of the house, meeting people with a minimum of stress, and I was helping others into the bargain

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Hevyn

Welcome to the family Scabeano. I think belonging to this group will be helpful. You aren't ever alone - there's always someone around to share your feelings with. We're glad you are here.