Majora

So, I made it to three weeks. And then fell spectacularly off. It's been an absolutely beautiful weekend here in the UK - yet another I've wasted away with alcohol. But I feel different.

I don't feel defeated. I feel more determined than ever to beat this *******. And I've come to realise I need to do something even harder than give up alcohol - I need to give up the people who encourage me to continue along this path. When I started this journey of deciding to quit, I thought it was all about me. But after tasting sobriety I realise there are more people in this situation than I had ever imagined.

I believe I can do this. And today I'm celebrating 24 hours sober. I know I can go the distance.

ippochick

your honesty will make the fight back easier.

keep posting, and we'll keep helping.

Majora

Did you go to AA? I've been thinking about it for years - never got the courage to go.

LadyinBC

Marjora good for you! You learned from it and that is all that matters.

Just go, I know you can do it. The first time going is really the hardest.

hypochondriac

It's well worth finding the courage I phoned the local helpline before I went and someone met me outside the meeting. That really helped. I didn't do AA long term but I learn't a lot there.

Have you had any other support in quitting? There is a lot of support available in the UK. If you do a google search for alcohol/addiction agencies in your area you should be able to find something. Otherwise your doctor can refer you. They usually have group and one on one support there too x

least

Good for you for getting back on the right path.