Fishescircle

Hi, this is my first post, I have only been sober about 48 hours, I have tried before with AA, but it wasn't for me. I'm trying again because I feel my life is spirilling out of control. I am putting off important business, not doing my housework (mentally and phsically) and find I'm not interested in doing anything at all. I hope I get some inspiration from people who know what going through withdrawals is like.

Thankyou for reading my post.

Anna

Welcome, and I'm glad you've made the decision to stop drinking.

instant

Great you are here and giving it another go. Shortly after i tok my last drink i made a decision 'not to run from' pain or discomfort. I had done it for long enough- getting sober was the start of a great adventure.

firstymer

Welcome, Fishescircle. Nervous is fine. Nervous is normal. Everyone is nervous at first. You are right where you need to be. Keep reading and keep posting.

Good luck. I am glad that you are here with us.

Thepatman

Welcome to SR!! Nervous and anxiety is normal like others said.

Drinking for a long time became our way of living, or should I say dying...

Fishescircle

Thanks Anna.

Verte

Hi Fishescircle...welcome to posting on the SR forum.

I'm Day7 and can tell you that I was terrified on Day1...which thankfully led me here.

Honestly, today is a good day but the earlier ones were hard in a variety of ways...and we can always come here for help and inspiration.

Fishescircle

Cheers, thanks.

LBrain

welcome Fishescircle, you'll get plenty of support and wisdom here. Glad you decided to join us.

FBL

Welcome to SR! If you want to get and stay sober, you'll find plenty of support here.

Seanfox

Hi Fishescircle, you've made a wonderful decision. I'm on day 9 myself and I'm looking forward to a life of sobriety. This is a great forum to be a part of, you'll find fantastic support. Just keep reading and posting It'll make you stronger.

Hevyn

Welcome Fishes. I'm glad you found us. We all understand what you're going through.

Being anxious and emotional is completely normal - and it will pass. For me it was 2-3 days & I began to feel so much better. Just hold on to the thought that life is about to become so much better for you. We're glad you're here. Keep talking to us.

grandma3333

Welcome, I am sober 21 days so far. It's hard but not impossible. I like AA but I have to admit that I have some issues.
Good luck
diana

heath480

Welcome to SR.Keep going to AA,the longer you are sober the clearer it will become.It can take a while to settle in the meetings.

Dee74

Hi Fishescircle

You'll find a lot of support here - we're all very friendly and understanding

welcome aboard

D

Fishescircle

Thanks guys, don't feel so alone now. The not sleeping is getting the better of me, but I know that will pass in time.

GotGrace

Welcome, Fishescircle! This is a terrific spot to find support and understanding. I hope you will stick around!

least

Welcome to a very friendly and supportive site.

Thepatman

And when your sleep improves brace yourself for a lot of it ;-)

At 2 weeks here and keep sleeping a lot. Body is trying to heal it appears.

RevivingOphelia

Welcome!