Icandothis2013

HI, it's Day 8 now - am feeling slightly more human. I have decided that my backache is nothing to do with kidneys and simply a pulled muscle. Once I had come to that conclusion, I felt better . Am now going out for a walk - did that yesterday and it make me feel better. I am still INCREDIBLY tired and and still have brain fog but can see light at the end of the tunnel . My teenage son (whose ADHD and other problems are my main trigger) comes back tomorrow.. I am not sure how I will deal with him sans booze but just know that I have to . Any ideas ? Thanks for all your support. It really helps !

emjay2017

Well done on getting past the first week!

Mountainmanbob

Congratulations on on your 8 days -- a fantastic sober start.
M-Bob

Anna

Congratulations on your sober time! And, walking is a great idea and something I do every day. It has so many benefits. And, try to remember that you will be much more able to deal with your son's issues when you are sober and have clarity.

entropy1964

My daughter has no mental health issues other than being a teenager (haha) and she can be a trigger for me. I have to remember that I cannot change her. She doesn't have to see things how I see them....and won't for that matter. She's at an age where she has to do what she feels is right. I just act like the bumpers on a bowling alley...keep her from going in the ditch. I'm not perfect. I have to pause, breath and sometimes remove myself from the situation. Most of the time no response is better...just listen. And mostly remember compassion, for her and myself. She won't be this age forever!

Dee74

Glad you're feeling a little better Ican
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january161992

great news