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12-12-2015, 08:02 PM

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Bronte39

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First Post . Day 4.

So thankful to have found this site! So many inspiring stories and helpful information. It also takes my mind away from wine and the usual Saturday night routine. Despite binge drinking for most of my adult life, and drinking almost daily in the last 7 years, this is the first time I have actually tried to stop drinking. Unfortunately (or fortunately) my health betrayed my secret. After a series of heath concerns and tests spanning 3 years, my Dr told me she suspected I was an alcoholic and that alcohol was the cause of all my problems. It was the first time anyone had ever told me the truth. In that moment, I actually felt the weight lift from my shoulders. Yet, on the way home from her office, I bought wine and drank it telling myself I was celebrating my sobriety to be!Any excuse. So far, it has been. I am hopeful that despite the guilt I feel and the worry about the long-term effects of alcoholism , that my health (physical and emotional) can improve.

12-12-2015, 08:13 PM

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Delta088

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Welcome Bronte! Glad you have joined us. I'm currently on day 5 w/ a similar story to yours. There are some great, inspirational folks here that will help you through. Don't give up!

12-12-2015, 08:30 PM

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SoberLeigh

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Welcome to SR, Bronte, and congratulations on four sober days.

12-12-2015, 08:32 PM

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JK130

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Yes, you can improve. It won't be fun or easy at first...but neither is drinking to the point of illness. People here are so kind and knowledgable, i know you'll be inspired by some of their stories. Welcome!

12-12-2015, 08:43 PM

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Dee74

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Welcome Bronte - you'll find a lot of support here

Why not check out our Class of December support thread?

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...-pt-2-a-6.html

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12-12-2015, 08:47 PM

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Bronte39

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I certainly will Dee74! Thank you.

12-12-2015, 09:42 PM

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FeelingGreat

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Hi Bronte, welcome. I came to SR a week or 2 into sobriety and it was a revelation. I've used it ever since to maintain sobriety, and it's been >3.5 years now and still going strong.

12-12-2015, 09:48 PM

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Girlie928

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Welcome Bronte. There is a lot of wisdom here. Be well.

12-13-2015, 01:54 AM

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Soberwolf

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Hello & Welcome Bronte

12-13-2015, 03:19 AM

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Nonsensical

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Welcome. Congratulations on your decision to live a sober life.

12-13-2015, 11:12 AM

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PurpleKnight

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Welcome to the Forum Bronte!!

12-13-2015, 02:42 PM

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FormerWineGirl

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Hi Bronte, welcome! You will find lots of support here!

12-13-2015, 02:55 PM

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Welcome to the family. I hope the support here can help you get sober for good. It takes some effort but is really worth it.

12-13-2015, 04:38 PM

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Hevyn

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Great to meet you, Bronte. You are never alone.

This place saved my life years ago, and I never left. You sound ready to make this big change. We're here to help.

12-13-2015, 04:41 PM

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Inchworm

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Welcome, Bronte! Congratulations on Day 4. Isn't it amazing how we deceive ourselves? If you post here and are honest, folks will help with that in the kindest way.

12-13-2015, 04:56 PM

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Behan

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Welcome! You'll find lots of support to stay sober here!

12-13-2015, 04:56 PM

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Bronte39

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Thank you everyone! Day 5 and still feeling hopeful. This forum is truly awesome! Despite a few withdrawal symptoms, I'm excited to plan my next steps (the brain fog is slowly disappearing).