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Old 02-07-2017, 05:02 AM
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My option for recovery is just do it. I've joined a support group that starts this Thursday. This is a 12 step Christian based program that I think will help me in several ways. I will be working the program and giving it 100%. I will be working the program with people who have similar beliefs and issues.

What it comes down to is I am truly powerless when it comes to alcohol. I have to be strong and practice self-control by saying no to the AV. This along with working the 12 step program is my first steps for recovery.

I appreciate the support that you have given. I'm going to try to come to the 9:00 meeting on here tonight. I have plans, but should be home by then.
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Old 02-07-2017, 05:56 AM
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My option for recovery is just do it.


When I first had the same realization I found it both comforting and terrifying.

Now it is just comforting.

You can do this.
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Old 02-07-2017, 06:08 AM
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When I first had the same realization I found it both comforting and terrifying.

Now it is just comforting.

You can do this.
It is very scary. However the days last week that I was sober I enjoyed waking up and not dragging. I keep trying to figure out how to do this. I realize there is only one way. That is to just do it. Even if I could go to inpatient or outpatient treatment, it is ultimately my decision whether or not I drink. A treatment program, regardless of what it is, will only work if you fully commit to it. This isn't going to be easy, but it will be worth it.
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Old 02-07-2017, 06:43 AM
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Its great that you have a HP Sinderos. Because, for me, that is my source of strength when all else fails. When I'm weak and have no will power, my HP is strong and is there for me.
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Old 02-07-2017, 08:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Sinderos View Post
I realize there is only one way. That is to just do it.

Even if I could go to inpatient or outpatient treatment, it is ultimately my decision whether or not I drink.

A treatment program, regardless of what it is, will only work if you fully commit to it.

This isn't going to be easy, but it will be worth it.
The 4 statements above you made are even more impactful if you read them separately....some very good insight there Sinderos. And I 100% agree with all of them. Especially #2 and #3....we and our actions are the key to sobriety no matter what path we choose.
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Old 02-07-2017, 08:22 AM
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Old 02-07-2017, 08:51 AM
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Sounds like a great plan Sinderos. Good luck. John
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Old 02-07-2017, 08:54 AM
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You CAN Do it, rootin for ya
and that is not a casually thrown about remark, I have been in that state of ambivalence , that place of mental and physical hell, a state no one would wish on anyone else, and I genuinely want you to experience the freedom of breaking out of that place. Take the leap of faith to believe that you can do, because you can and I am rooting for you to take that leap and do it.
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Old 02-08-2017, 12:35 PM
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How's it going today Sinderos?
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