Arabell
purpleknight how long have u been sober? Any tips on staying that way?
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Today is Day 52!! 
Everyone says it, but it really is all about 1 Day at a time, I didn't drink yesterday, I woke up with no hangover this morning, I didn't drink today and will be fresh tomorrow morning, as long as that continues everything will be fine.
I do think changing our lifestyles plays a huge part, doing exactly what we did when we drank, except for not drinking, I found not to be enough, that time when I drank needs to be filled with other activities, I now read a bit more, go for more long walks, spend more time with family.
The other thing is to plan every detail of any situation where alcohol might be involved, social situations etc, though in the first few weeks I stayed clear, it's only over the last few weeks I've started meeting people in situations where alcohol is in view.
You gotta do what you gotta do to stay Sober!!
Everyone says it, but it really is all about 1 Day at a time, I didn't drink yesterday, I woke up with no hangover this morning, I didn't drink today and will be fresh tomorrow morning, as long as that continues everything will be fine.
I do think changing our lifestyles plays a huge part, doing exactly what we did when we drank, except for not drinking, I found not to be enough, that time when I drank needs to be filled with other activities, I now read a bit more, go for more long walks, spend more time with family.
The other thing is to plan every detail of any situation where alcohol might be involved, social situations etc, though in the first few weeks I stayed clear, it's only over the last few weeks I've started meeting people in situations where alcohol is in view.
You gotta do what you gotta do to stay Sober!!
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52 days thats nearly 2 months well done u. Your rite though it is one day at a time so want to be sober. Great believer if you want something bad enough you can have it , its never failed me yet. Its strong stuff and realy takes a hold of you, and i suppose it will be a lifetime issue. Thanks for the advice got 3 big birthday dos coming up over nxt few weeks dont want to go but no choice all family. That will be the real test, i no i wont enjoy them because il be nervous and on edge but i suppose il try see them as real challenges. This weather makes it hard its so miserable but day 10 here we go
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Oh dear im having a really bad withdrawl day todsy and its day 10. Just keep thinking of a drink sweating loads vision bit blurred and tongue had thick yellow coat on it. 
is this normal?
is this normal?
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Im back and got threw day 10. I have never done so much housework in my life didnt dare stop in case i went out and bought some g&t i so so fancied one, now im in bed im judt so pleased i didnt have a drink
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My sleep has been terrible too until last two nites how bizarre! Lets both get threw day 11 heh spir each other on. Im busyish today off to ladies boot camp shower then work then yoga day gone?
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Good Morning to ALL from SUNNY CALIFORNIA - now that I can appreciate a day SOBER
Hello Everyone, pleased to hear the responses and comments. Yes, today is my 84th day SOBER, and getting life back on LIFE's terms is a joy, yet a pain in the BUTT - especially being in a very restrictive residential program. However, I must admit, without that support I probably wouldn't be typing this right now.
So I will work with what I have, do what I CAN within the parameters of this program and STOP letting SELF-WILL rear its ugly head. Cunning and Baffling, so true... so true.
So I will work with what I have, do what I CAN within the parameters of this program and STOP letting SELF-WILL rear its ugly head. Cunning and Baffling, so true... so true.
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And Louise82, CONGRATULATIONS on your 6 months!!!!! Good for you!!!! I am determined to "hold my seat" in recovery. One of the things I spoke about in a meeting was that I will work on "opening myself up by meeting people, getting numbers and CALLING" and getting a sponsor.
Arabell, it's your 12th day, is it not? Keep up the good work, and CONGRATULATIONS to you too. I'm at 84 days, and part of that was a "nudge from the Judge" (Jail). By choice I've been clean since December 1st, but my actual sobriety date is October 9th.
My sticky point was not letting anybody in, so I didn't have "friends" who were in recovery or fresh contacts for a NEW social arena that I would interact with to keep me open to accountability. There was no one to ask "you okay?" or "why didn't you make it to the meeting?". So that's my goal.
Arabell, it's your 12th day, is it not? Keep up the good work, and CONGRATULATIONS to you too. I'm at 84 days, and part of that was a "nudge from the Judge" (Jail). By choice I've been clean since December 1st, but my actual sobriety date is October 9th.
My sticky point was not letting anybody in, so I didn't have "friends" who were in recovery or fresh contacts for a NEW social arena that I would interact with to keep me open to accountability. There was no one to ask "you okay?" or "why didn't you make it to the meeting?". So that's my goal.
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Together we will all beat this i went all out today really put myself out there. Had to teach yoga to 26 people tonite i only knew half. But i know if i put myself out there i just gota stay sober. Im just home pretty tired but high on adrenalin, bring on day 13:-)
i went all out today really put myself out there. Had to teach yoga to 26 people tonite i only knew half. But i know if i put myself out there i just gota stay sober. Im just home pretty tired but high on adrenalin, bring on day 13:-)
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I can completely relate to you. It sort of "snuck up" on me as well and has always been a way to detach from the reality of my depression and anxiety (which would build and build with the drinking). I'm 3 days sober and really going to try to make it stick this time. Best of luck to you! xo
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