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Old 08-25-2016, 07:24 AM
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Restart for me...

I had 2 beers last night. Maybe 3. They didn't taste great and didn't go down well. My fiance who is supposed to help me by saying "No". decided he wanted a beer while we were out, so we stopped.
Not his fault, I could have said no as easily... we are in this together, right?
I woke up with a small headache (serves me right) and no energy (go figure).

So anyway.... I didn't really care for it (which gives me resolve to start again) and am back to Day one... here's to me starting over again!!

I will succeed... but I had to come here and confess.... now, on to my day (which I had better get started instead of acting like slug bait and just sitting here doing nothing....

Thank you my friends for being here and giving the support you do.... <3

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Old 08-25-2016, 07:38 AM
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Good thing you came back so quick.
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Old 08-25-2016, 07:40 AM
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I have found that I need to be here.... I need you guys. <3
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Old 08-25-2016, 07:41 AM
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Maybe take last night and compare it with your recovery plan....?
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Old 08-25-2016, 07:43 AM
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Hi Pitty,

I am sorry this happened. I see some positives there: you had a "controlled drinking" night, you didn't let it affect your will to sober up and you are right back at it today...

BUT,

Please don't think I am trying to have a go at you, but in the past I have done similar things which slowly, sometimes very slowly, got me drinking more regularly and eventually got me back to square 1. Because I really don't want this to happen to you, a fellow A-teamer, maybe it's a good idea to see what was missing on your recovery plan that so that when you are faced with the same situation again you have a way to stop it.

Again, please don't take this negatively, looks like you are in a happy place and by all means you should be because yesterday doesn't erase the awesome work you've done so far!

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Old 08-25-2016, 08:01 AM
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Glad you caught it so quick pitty. I know I wouldn't be able to stop at 2-3.
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Old 08-25-2016, 09:28 AM
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Glad you came right back, Pitty. And I'm glad you didn't enjoy it. Start again, and tweak your plan for when situations like that arise.
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Old 08-25-2016, 09:32 AM
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Still room for you on the Weekender bus, Pitty. Learn from this and stay committed.
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Old 08-25-2016, 09:32 AM
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Sorry you have to restart. I am keeping my sobriety separate from what my husband is doing (he is still drinking). Not sure if that mentality will help you, it is difficult when your partner is not on track but this is for you, so you have to come up with a solution. Good luck on your new day.
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Old 08-25-2016, 02:09 PM
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I am glad you came right back Pitty.

I'd maybe detach myself a little from your hubbies efforts...if him drinking gives you a free pass you may find you go down the plughole twice as fast.

Thats not a reflection on your husband at all - it just can work that way with a couple.

Be true to yourself - and yeah, revisit that recovery plan

You can do this

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Old 08-25-2016, 03:54 PM
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I rationalized my drinking for a looooong time by the old "he brings it in the house! How can I not drink it?" line of thinking. Got me no where except very sick.

He just came in the door with a six pack of Stella Artois and Im not biting the bait - gonna choose a great night's sleep and a clear eyed evening catching up on Mr Robot instead!

My point is - it is all within your power to change your life.
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Old 08-25-2016, 04:07 PM
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Pitty-well done for staying here-it shows willingness. I've done the same in the past and within a few days I was right back, as if I'd had no sober days. You can do this, you're part of the A Team!! Don't you quit on us!!! (Well you quit the alcohol-just not the A Team) keep in touch, we're here for you
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Old 08-25-2016, 04:16 PM
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You got this!! That's an amazing comeback. You go, girl !
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Old 08-25-2016, 05:36 PM
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Glad you're back. Stay here with us. You can do this.
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Old 08-25-2016, 05:44 PM
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Some are fortunate enough so as to get a restart it's a good thing to consider it a blessing.
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Old 08-25-2016, 05:59 PM
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Hey good on you for hopping right back on the wagon, remember though, the more often you fail, the harder it's gonna be to stop because your will power takes a beat beating each time you relapse, so put forth major attempt in trying to make it stick.

Always remind yourself, if you haven't drank in a very long time, chances are is that booze will only make you feel tired, and sluggish because the alcohol is very foreign to your body due to your sobriety.
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Old 08-25-2016, 06:22 PM
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Glad you are back with us. I know the temptation is tough especially in the direct presence of alcohol. Hopefully, this can act like a learning experience for the next time you are in a similar situation.
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Old 08-25-2016, 06:24 PM
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Pitty - I guarantee if it was me I would've turned it into a long binge. You jumped right back on track & that's great. You're going to do this.
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Old 08-25-2016, 07:07 PM
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Welcome back! Be wary, be vigilant. Some people call this type of thing a "slip", while others call it a "relapse". It's super important to move on and focus on today (and you're doing it!) but it might be helpful to come up with a plan that will keep you SAFE from this type of drinking in the future.
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