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Rehab appt tomorrow

After years of trying I am finally seeing an addictions counsellor tomorrow. The plan is to participate in an outpatient program. I'm nervous but looking forward to getting this under control.

Time after time Dee and Anna ,and others, have asked what I was going to do differently this time. This time I'm going to risk people (doctors, insurance, etc.) knowing because it has become clear to me that I won't survive if I don't.

I'm cautiously optimistic--and I'm going through with this. As always, thank you SR.
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Awesome! Great move

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After years of trying I am finally seeing an addictions counsellor tomorrow. The plan is to participate in an outpatient program.
hoping for the very best for you
those first steps taken above
have saved many a life

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Old 08-08-2013, 03:15 AM
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glad to hear this! isolating never helped me, connecting and discussing with others keeps me in the place i need for physical and emotional health.
your situation is difficult as your husband likes the social aspect of alcohol and still drinks.

you will feel better, you have had a lot of upset with the family this past year. coping with all this too.
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Originally Posted by Missy7 View Post
I'm cautiously optimistic--and I'm going through with this. As always, thank you SR.
Do the work to recover, make the changes you need to make, and accept that you can never drink and you'll make great strides. Good luck.
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Old 08-08-2013, 08:00 AM
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MIssy - I did a six month out patient rehab last year. I was scared to death, like you are. What I learned is that all the patient files are sealed in the Chemical dependency unit. Therefore, none of my other doctors (OB/GYN, etc) had any knowledge of my time there. I also learned how many people have addictions and all of those who spend their lives trying to help those who do. It is just huge. An eye opener. Good luck to you, it will be a relief once you are there and realize that loving caring people will help you.
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Missy, it's great that you are confronting your alcoholism and doing what you need to do. Be very proud of yourself for making that choice.
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Old 08-09-2013, 04:46 AM
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how are you doing today Missy?
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Old 08-09-2013, 04:51 AM
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This is a very positive step. Best wishes to you today.
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Old 08-09-2013, 05:19 AM
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I think this is a great step Missy. Wishing you the very best.
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Old 08-09-2013, 09:16 AM
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Good luck! I am thinking about you today. Let us know how it goes!

Rooting for you. I believe in you.
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Old 08-09-2013, 09:26 AM
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MisyNef, you are FANTASTIC.

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Hope your appointment went well, sending you love and strength. Proud of you.
It feels like you are deciding that you are worth this fight; so very happy for you love.

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Old 08-09-2013, 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Missy7 View Post
After years of trying I am finally seeing an addictions counsellor tomorrow. The plan is to participate in an outpatient program. I'm nervous but looking forward to getting this under control.

Time after time Dee and Anna ,and others, have asked what I was going to do differently this time. This time I'm going to risk people (doctors, insurance, etc.) knowing because it has become clear to me that I won't survive if I don't.

I'm cautiously optimistic--and I'm going through with this. As always, thank you SR.
That is AWESOME news. I think you will really start to grow and see some changes now that you are really challenging yourself and are stepping out of your routine comfort zone. Well done!
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Best wishes on your road to recovery! Please keep us posted!
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Old 08-09-2013, 11:02 PM
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Missy you are taking charge and stepping out - well done (hug)
Your determination is awesome.

All the best for today, friend.

See you in chat.

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Missy I am pleased to hear this. Life is do much better for me sober, do whatever you can. There is freedom from the struggle.
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