NeoNew

Well day one again I can't get past one week on day seven I just be obsessed and binge. Don't really know why I am posting this but it can't do any harm.

Dee74

Maybe you need a better plan neo new - whats your plan been so far?

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NeoNew

I have been getting exercise every day and eating well but come day seven I start smoking after not smoking all week I don't eat and go and binge..I have support from my family but it's not enough why am I ok all week then bang total obsession out of the blue..

Dee74

exercise and eating well are good things but they won't stop the alcoholic obsession neo.

There's some really good ideas on recovery groups and finding support, dealing with cravings and making recovery plans here:

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...at-we-did.html

You'll get out what you put into a recovery plan

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NeoNew

Thanks Dee

Roxyblues

Been there, done that. As I long as I believe I can still wrest some satisfaction and get some ease and comfort without dire consequences, I will continue to try and treat my alcoholism with alcohol and drugs.

Eventually, my disease beat me into submission and made me realize that was a delusion of control. Unfortunately, the delusion of control driven by the alcoholic mind is so strong that it will remain in place until many alcoholics have lost everything, killed themselves or ended up institutionalized.

I always believed I could take a few drinks and just go back to AA before it got too bad or had any serious consequences. Boy was I wrong. Hopefully, that does not have to happen to you.

Hang in there. Go to meetings. Get a support network in real life. Good luck.

Dee74

you can do this

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NeoNew

Thanks for your replies good to know someone will listen

IOAA2

Hi.
Exercise and other good things could never keep me sober for more than a few days.

I needed to open my eyes and be honest with myself about my drinking and ACCEPT the fact I cannot drink in safety one day at a time in a row because I’m allergic to alcohol and my life becomes unmanageable when drinking.

I’m grateful I haven’t had a desire to drink for a lot of years because long term recovery requires work coupled with changes which the fellowship guided me with, like it or not it works if we work it.

BE WELL

kamm

Welcome Neo. What is your plan to get past the 7th day?

There is a lot of support and knowledge here. Wish you the best!

NeoNew

I don't know at the moment Kamm as crazy as this might sound I know if I get a few weeks under my belt my mindset will change and I will be able to resist. I just can't seem to get over the hurdle of day seven.

Dee74

I think you've got that bass-ackward Neo.

Change your mindset first- work on that plan - find support, use it,. and make some real changes - and you'll soon have some lasting sober time

You can't make an omelette without breaking some eggs, right?...time to break some eggs man...do something different

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NeoNew

Thanks for the advice guys..

Soberwolf

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...ful-links.html

NeoNew

Well thank god that day is nearly over pure hell. I have ocd and earlier today the thought of ending it came in my head and would not leave which was scary not that I would ever do that. Anyway thanks for the support again..

PurpleKnight

Welcome back Neo!!

For me I needed to change things up when it didn't seem to be working, nothing changes if nothing changes was my experience!!

You can do this!!

Dee74

Neo if you feel that way again there are numbers to call?

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...resources.html

Get Help

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Hevyn

Neo, I'm glad you got through that rough time. Please keep posting - we're with you. There is no doubt you can do this.

NeoNew

I will keep posting I will start a thread on my day seven and that will help me get through it also...thanks for all your support it means alot...

ast1

Together we are stronger.