BeBetterforkids

Hi all - just got past a month sober and I'm in a bad place emotionally. I have been so dedicated and all I want to do is watch football on Sunday with a big glass of wine. I know I cant do it, but I was really hoping that by this stage I would be more confident in my sobriety. I am starting to work out in the mornings with my friend before work and I always manage to keep busy at night. I love my husband and kids but I hate my job so much that I think about drinking when I am here. I'm usually not this negative, just having a bad day I guess. Maybe because winter is coming. I'm not a big lover of cold weather!

Anna

I'm not a fan of the upcoming winter weather either.

If your job is making you so unhappy, have you considered looking for something new? It might be something to think about.

BeBetterforkids

I wish I could leave my job, but I really cant. I make good money here and they give me the flexibility I need for my kids schedules. I've been with the same company for almost 15 years - they are good to me , as far as flexibility with my kids and time off when needed. The part I hate is the stress. It wouldn't be a good move to leave for my family at this time. Believe me - I've thought about leaving a lot!

Soberwolf

Have you thought about getting a SAD light remember you can lean on us 24-7 Kids

Awesome job on a month sober

PurpleKnight

1 Month is fantastic!!

Dee74

Give yourself a break BeBetter

If you're like me you drank for years - a month is awesome but it's probably going to take a little longer for those long term associations to break down.

The important thing is you felt the desire, but you stood strong

I hope your week gets better

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Hevyn

I agree that it's still a period of adjustment for you. One month is wonderful, but it's still early. Things can and will improve. Keep posting BeBetter.

BeBetterforkids

Today is a much better day - thank you everyone. I logged on last night, but just read all of the posts, which really helped. We ended up having a great night with the kids and I actually got up at 5:10 am and went and worked out with my friend. I remember some nights going to bed only a few hours before that - hammered. ugh - feeling fantastic today !

ScottFromWI

Glad you are feeling better! Sound to me like you actually have pretty great job with good pay and all of the flexibility that they offer. I would point out that ALL jobs involve stress....if it was just fun all the time they probably wouldn't pay you to be there, right?