Acceptance
 

Hey guys, I just wanted to check in and say HI. I haven't posted in awhile, but I still come here everyday to read posts. This website has really connected with me and I love it! I have been attending a outpatient treatment program at my local VA. I am doing well and attending 3 groups a week. I have really gone with an open mind and I am starting to see subtle changes. My relationship with my wife and kids has been so much better. I have been learning quite a bit with this CBT stuff. The acronym stands for cognitive behavioral therapy. As Yoda told Luke in the Empire Strikes Back, "You must unlearn what you have learned". I can never drink again.. It feels kind of liberating to accept the problem and to deal with it. In my past experiences with failure, I was to focused on why I had the problem, instead I accept that I am an alcoholic and I can never drink again. No more denial... Anyway, thanks for being here for me. Oh, I am currently at 26 days, 19 hours, and 25 minutes... I got this cool sober clock app for my phone.

your doing great acceptance is key and good job on the cbt

it is liberating great post and good job on day 26

Well done - acceptance of the problem and willingness to change were the keys I found that got me rolling too!!

Keep it up!!

Acceptance is a big part of my recovery too, and a key point to everlasting success. Congratulations on day 26!

just keep that sober clock running

Way to go! Have you done something new/special with your family yet?

Really good to hear from you VexedEnuff - keep up the good work :)
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How many seconds lol :)

Great job!!! I'm sure there will be many more ahead