900 Days :)
 

Wow, so 900 days! Not yet 1000, but not bad...

What have I learned? A LOT!
If you think you can't do it, you ABSOLUTELY can! If you think your life will be the same, it absolutely won't. You can't quit drinking and rain the exact same person. To use a snake analogy, I had to she'd a lot of old skins. I had to be willing to try anything, make myself uncomfortable, admit things I didn't want anyone to know, come to terms with all of the terrible things I did and ask for forgiveness when all I wanted to do is crawl into a hole and die. Most of all, I had to learn to forgive myself. Forgive myself for the terrible things I did, and even the terrible things that were done to me. Some days I felt like I was making a little progress, some days I felt really stalled. But when looking back, I realize a lot happened in these 900 days. I've don a lot of work, but you know what I got in return? FREEDOM!! Freedom from booze. Freedom from fear. Freedom from worrying what others think of me. Confidence that I'm far from perfect, but I'm always doing my best. I'm truly doing my best, and my soul feels free in that.

Recovery is a journey. Quitting the booze is just the beginning. So many times, I thought quitting was the destination, so I went back to drinking because I couldn't see past it.

Believe me, quitting is the beginning of the hardest/coolest journey ever.

On 2/22/2013, my life was a complete mess. I was barely functioning in my job. I found no joy in a profession I'd spent my whole life getting established in. It was a miracle I hadn't gotten a DUI or god forbid hurt someone. My relationship was a complete mess, I was very soon to be single.

On 8/11/2015, I love my job again and my boss just took me aside to talk promotion. I never worry about whether I should get into my car, I'm always fit to drive. My partner and I not only stayed together, we built a stronger relationship and got married in May.

We are looking at houses. I have perfect credit. I feel healthy. I don't go out of my way, but I can walk I to a bar or party with no desire to drink. Because I'm free!

I have to work on it a little bit daily, but the promises of recovery are true! I got a new life. You can too. Recovery is a commitment, but so is drinking. Recovery can be a pain, but so is drinking.

My hope for everyone here is that you find or stay in recovery. Don't just quit drinking, recover. It's soooooo worth it!

Please add your favorite things about this journey we're on. :):tyou

I'm very happy for you. Some day I hope to make a post like that.

Thank you; that was inspirational!
Peace of mind is one of the biggest things I love about being sober. Not having to worry about what drinking was doing to my health anymore. Just being happy with life as it is. Good sleeps and waking up without a hangover. That's just a start...
It really is a journey. Kinda like climbing a mountain; it might be tough going at times but the view just keeps getting better and better.

Congratulations!!!!! 900 days is awesome.

Fantastic!! :You_Rock_

Congrats! So lovely to read your post Wehav. It's been a source of joy for me to share this journey and to see you blossom.

One thing I like about this journey is learning to live life again rather than just get through the day, piece by piece.

WeHav, congrats on 900 days - woohoo!!! I'm proud and humbled for the gift of sharing your journey. You are one in a million!

SO AWESOME! thanks for the inspiration!

What a wonderful, wonderful post, WeHav! Thanks!

very cool!

Congratulations wehav - thats an amazing achievement - and a terrific post :)

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What an awesome post we wehav2day! It really helps me to keep the long view in mind. Thanks for sharing!

Congrats, wehav! Thank you for sharing your inspirational story!

Thank you for that inspiring post. I want what you have. :c011:

Great post, too all the people who aspire to be in his shoes. You can be start now!

Lets see :) What am I thankful for on this journey?

It has enabled me to believe in myself. Trust in MY judgment.

Allowed me to openly accept guidance, using my common sense , from others w/o the fear of dishonestly or betrayal.

I have learned that each person deals with their addiction on their own level. No two situations are alike.

I have learned that people sometimes try to "sugar coat" their situation. (including myself)

I now DO NOT turn away---I face reality "Head On"

I am NOT a follower, I am NOT a leader....I am happy just being "Me"

JoanneB, airwick, tooootally! Thank you for sharing!

Beanskillet, love your name by the way, it would make me very happy for you to have at least what I have. You can do it!

Thank you everyone, would love to hear more inspiring stories, let's light up the newcomers! :)

Congratulations -- nice milestone achieved

MB

Awwsome wehav2day 900 Days - Excellent post :)
For me it's having my own "Thoughts" free to be able to feel again.

Awesome post.

" Recovery is a commitment, but so is drinking. Recovery can be a pain, but so is drinking."

I liked that.