Somewhat New and Fell Off
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Join Date: Jul 2014
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Somewhat New and Fell Off
Hello everyone! So I'm a lurker who has been around because I have been thinking of quitting drinking. I wouldn't say I'm an alcoholic as I can live without it but I mostly drink when I'm bored during the weekends. My problem is when I do drink I drink A LOT. Perhaps I am an alcoholic or borderline. Whichever you choose to use I suppose. Anyways I do on occasion drink during the week. Maybe 2 or 3 times on a weekday and that's maybe 3 or 4 beers when I do. The reason I want to quit it all though is because even with those 3 or 4 beers I don't feel as well in the morning and during the next day as I do when I don't drink at all. Its a fantastic feeling when I don't drink. I have done this since I was 21 (I'm 29 now) and just want to be done. I also notice my energy level soars when I don't drink for a few days.
Anyways I went 4 days completely sober and tonight I fell off the horse. I plan on getting the horse back on its feet and continue riding. Hopefully I can go longer this time. I don't need to drink because I'm bored and can find something to entertain me other than drinking. I feel I can do this.
Anyways I'm sorry for rambling here. I just wanted to share some of my story with you all and introduce myself. Hopefully I can also be of help with some others.
Thanks for reading!!
Anyways I went 4 days completely sober and tonight I fell off the horse. I plan on getting the horse back on its feet and continue riding. Hopefully I can go longer this time. I don't need to drink because I'm bored and can find something to entertain me other than drinking. I feel I can do this.
Anyways I'm sorry for rambling here. I just wanted to share some of my story with you all and introduce myself. Hopefully I can also be of help with some others.
Thanks for reading!!
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Welcome to SR, Shawn!
I don't think it matters what label you put to it. You have to evaluate how it's impacting your life and whether or not you think you'd be better off without it.
Glad you're here!
I don't think it matters what label you put to it. You have to evaluate how it's impacting your life and whether or not you think you'd be better off without it.
Glad you're here!
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Join Date: Jul 2014
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Sounds a lot like myself when I first wanted to quit , the first few weeks are not the easiest , take it day at a time , never say u will never drink again as it's to overwhelming , set yourself a goal to start a hobbie something you are passionate about , you have to fill your void time , this is when you probably drink , doing this helps a massive amount ,
Coming on here is a massive start you will get a lot of support aNd help , you can do it
Coming on here is a massive start you will get a lot of support aNd help , you can do it
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Welcome Shawn, glad to see a fellow PA'er on here. As you might know we here in Pittsburgh live in a "drinking city with a football problem" 
Lots of opportunities to find recovery when you're in this State. I can help link you to some resources if you decide you want to look into some support. You sound a lot like I did - except I not only felt bad from drinking but developed a pretty terrible anxiety disorder (that has since left with a few years sober...)
It's a great decision you've made and if you need any help feel free to PM me.
Lots of opportunities to find recovery when you're in this State. I can help link you to some resources if you decide you want to look into some support. You sound a lot like I did - except I not only felt bad from drinking but developed a pretty terrible anxiety disorder (that has since left with a few years sober...) It's a great decision you've made and if you need any help feel free to PM me.
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Originally Posted by Shawn4233 
. I wouldn't say I'm an alcoholic as I can live without it
Addiction is present.
All I need to know. I don't need to get lost in whether I am an alcoholic, a heavy drinker, a binger, a party girl.
I'm an addict.
Welcome.
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Originally Posted by Climber122
Welcome Shawn, glad to see a fellow PA'er on here. As you might know we here in Pittsburgh live in a "drinking city with a football problem" Lots of opportunities to find recovery when you're in this State. I can help link you to some resources if you decide you want to look into some support. You sound a lot like I did - except I not only felt bad from drinking but developed a pretty terrible anxiety disorder (that has since left with a few years sober...)
It's a great decision you've made and if you need any help feel free to PM me.
Lots of opportunities to find recovery when you're in this State. I can help link you to some resources if you decide you want to look into some support. You sound a lot like I did - except I not only felt bad from drinking but developed a pretty terrible anxiety disorder (that has since left with a few years sober...) It's a great decision you've made and if you need any help feel free to PM me.
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I'm sitting here in the parking lot on day 2. Feeling pretty good and ready to go in. I wish all those who are trying today the best of luck!! Your better than any poison and remember when it gets tough and it hurts, pain is the price we pay for anything that's precious.
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