Notices

Depression is a B**ch

Old 08-09-2013, 06:22 AM
  # 21 (permalink)  
Sober since October
 
MidnightBlue's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: In the world in my eyes...Somewhere I've never been before...
Posts: 7,355
Originally Posted by AugustWest11 View Post
Not as depressed as feeling sober today But no cravings yet So that is a plus :p
Why this smiley next to the word "sober"?

Sober deserves only this

Great achievement by itself. Keep it up)
MidnightBlue is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 07:05 AM
  # 22 (permalink)  
Member
Thread Starter
 
AugustWest11's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Boston, MA.
Posts: 1,756
Was supposed to be SOMBER :p lol damn fingers :p
AugustWest11 is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 07:17 AM
  # 23 (permalink)  
Sober since October
 
MidnightBlue's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: In the world in my eyes...Somewhere I've never been before...
Posts: 7,355
Oh, I see.

But, on the other hand if to rephrase Freud "There's no accidental typos"))

So, you are sober.

And yesterday I came across a great quote. It makes a lot of sense for me now.

"Find a place inside where there's joy, and the joy will burn out the pain". Joseph Campbell.

To me it's about finding a spot of joy inside, even it's little, tiny and subtle. Then it's about developing it little by little, nourishing it, protecting from dark thoughts and negativity. And eventually it will be big enough and stronger to push out the pain. It takes consistency and faith, I presume.

I know I have to work on it because now when I stop fighting I immediately slip into dark waters of depression, self-beating, etc. etc.

One of your joys is music, as far as I understand. Maybe find this spark of joy that it gives you and make a big shining star out of it)

Take care.
MidnightBlue is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 07:32 AM
  # 24 (permalink)  
Member
Thread Starter
 
AugustWest11's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Boston, MA.
Posts: 1,756
THANX Tons for that MB You have helped me more then you know since I have Joined I wish you luck on your Battles as well .. Take Care till another Post
AugustWest11 is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 07:35 AM
  # 25 (permalink)  
Sober since October
 
MidnightBlue's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: In the world in my eyes...Somewhere I've never been before...
Posts: 7,355
You are welcome)

Off to boxing class)

See you)
MidnightBlue is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 08:27 AM
  # 26 (permalink)  
Member
Thread Starter
 
AugustWest11's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Boston, MA.
Posts: 1,756
Enjoy; I think :p lol
AW
AugustWest11 is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 09:52 AM
  # 27 (permalink)  
Member
 
TrickyDave's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Southern California
Posts: 135
Well the first days are the hardest days, don't you worry any more,
'Cause when life looks like Easy Street, there is danger at your door.
Think this through with me, let me know your mind,
Wo, oh, what I want to know, is are you kind?


Uncle John's Band is on my iPod and heard this last night on my walk, and thought of you. Thought the lyrics were fitting for everyone here.
TrickyDave is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 06:33 PM
  # 28 (permalink)  
Member
Thread Starter
 
AugustWest11's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Boston, MA.
Posts: 1,756
VERY Fitting .. Thanx a Ton for that smile waking up Been a rough day\and gonna be a worse night ..
AugustWest11 is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 06:54 PM
  # 29 (permalink)  
Nikki
 
Truefan08's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Topeka
Posts: 31
Hi there! Have your tried AA meetings? From my experience you can find really great people and fellowship. I understand isolation and depression...I've been doing that the past few days. Been sober for those 3 days but just feel like I can't even get out of bed. However, everytime I do get out and go to a meeting I feel much better. Planning to get back into that groove again tomorrow. I was once told that whatever I want to do...do the opposite! Easier said then done! Good luck and thanks for sharing!
Truefan08 is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 07:05 PM
  # 30 (permalink)  
Member
 
Bruce292's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Center of Mass
Posts: 622
Hey! I can see you smiling in your recent posts August . Like a ray of sunshine dashed through space just to sneak through your window to hit you on the noggin'. I hope some of the good thoughts permeate through the tough day and night.

There were days, and there were days, and there were days between.
Bruce292 is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 07:25 PM
  # 31 (permalink)  
Member
Thread Starter
 
AugustWest11's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Boston, MA.
Posts: 1,756
I hate groups so AA is out. But have been looking for fellow Wharf Rats ...
AugustWest11 is offline  
Old 08-09-2013, 07:27 PM
  # 32 (permalink)  
Member
Thread Starter
 
AugustWest11's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Boston, MA.
Posts: 1,756
Thanx every now an again I get shown the light ...
AugustWest11 is offline  

Currently Active Users Viewing this Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are Off




All times are GMT -7. The time now is 02:35 PM.