First timer?
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First timer?
I stopped drinking and quit smoking the same day in October 2005 and I can honestly say its been the best decision of my life. It saved my marriage, my health and my career.
I don't miss it (not in a craving way), and am genuinely happy to join events where everyone drinks and i sip my coke zero.
I guess i'm more boring than I used to be (I try not to) but I usually don't stick around until everyone is wasted, nor do i go out to pubs or bars. I even notice my friends were actually far less wasted than I was at the time, although my memory at the time was convinced that everyone drank as much as I did.
Honestly its not on my mind anymore. I went to AA 3-4 times and it really helped me realize the situation i had brought myself into. There is always a chance of a relapse so i stay vigilant, but i honestly don't feel the craving to drink or smoke anymore.
Now its my turn to help others get through this!
I don't miss it (not in a craving way), and am genuinely happy to join events where everyone drinks and i sip my coke zero.
I guess i'm more boring than I used to be (I try not to) but I usually don't stick around until everyone is wasted, nor do i go out to pubs or bars. I even notice my friends were actually far less wasted than I was at the time, although my memory at the time was convinced that everyone drank as much as I did.
Honestly its not on my mind anymore. I went to AA 3-4 times and it really helped me realize the situation i had brought myself into. There is always a chance of a relapse so i stay vigilant, but i honestly don't feel the craving to drink or smoke anymore.
Now its my turn to help others get through this!
I'm glad you joined us. 
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Originally Posted by DBSOber 
I even notice my friends were actually far less wasted than I was at the time, although my memory at the time was convinced that everyone drank as much as I did.
And congrats on your new sober life.
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