17 Days Sober
 

This is my first post on this site. I am a functioning alcoholic with a very steady job, home, marriage, and healthy kids. I live in a upper middle class neighborhood and I am very active in my church as well. Unfortunately, I got into a bad habit of drinking by myself until I pass out every night. I once went 6 months sober but thought I could control my drinking by having one glass of wine during our anniversary dinner a couple of years ago. I am ready to give it a try again and I have been 17 days sober so far. I want to avoid having that first drink again. Does anyone have any advice?

Welcome, ng55, and congratulations on 17 days!!!

When I first landed at SoberRecovery, I spent so much time pouring over the copious threads and stickies. I quickly discovered that this place is a gold mine of information, wisdom, and support.

I still spend time everyday reading and posting at SR, it is like my home away from home :)

What really cemented my sobriety was a complete and utter acceptance of the fact that I am unable to drink normally and that will never change, no matter how long I stay sober.

More folk will be along to share their collective wisdom :grouphug:

Welcome to SR!
Congrats on 17 days :)

If you are active in your church do they offer celebrate recovery?
Maybe try AA?

I found I have to work a program, like many.
There are a lot of options SMART is also a good one that i hear often from SR

Welcome! I always start my day with a post on the 24 hour recovery connection thread to remind me of who I am and I can't drink. Best wishes for you on your journey!

Hi and welcome ng :)

SR have me the support and understanding to turn my life around - to not buy booze and to start a day 1.

I've never stopped since then :)

Read around and post as much as you like - I know we can help you do the same :)

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17 days is wonderful, ng! You're in a great place for friendship & encouragement.
Not sure where I'd be if I didn't make my daily visit to SR. I'm so glad you found us.