Pressmetilihurt

Ugh. Is this the right decision. I'm so needy. You guys just give me love. I went a mtg today. Called my sponsor. Ok, ok. I'm going to get a psychic change. I get it. I gotta get off the merry go round. Cowboy up. Lol.love u guys. But still scared.

Delilah1

Press, I think that is fantastic news. Just think, by the time you complete rehab you will feel ready to jump in and offer support too someone feeling the way you do right now.

You've got this!!'

Snowydelrico

Go press, don’t look back.

if you are anything like me it will be the best thing you ever did.

Simple equation:
Life with drink = miserable existence
Life without drink = fantastic, free, content, happy, stable & optimistic existence

It’s well worth it.
Good luck .

D122y

Press,

For me it all about suffering.

As a binge drunk, I was pretty tough. I made it through many days of detox and withdrawals.

So now, I still suffer everyday during my crave window about 2 to 6 pm. But, I am so much more healthy.

My changes towards healthier were insideously slow and the whole time my AV would be whispering...drink up...who cares.

I care, therefore i suffer. The results and rewards are becoming more and more apparent and appealing.

Suffering is liberating.

It has been all about embracing the suck.

When I want to drink, I get through the crave by any means needed. Getting though the crave usually involves eating.

If I didn't work out I would probably have gained a few pounds by now. Instead I am way stronger than I have been in 20 plus years.

Thanks.

MindfulMan

Inpatient rocked for me and gave me a great foundation for all of my sobriety so far. Getting away from the world and working sobriety 24/7 is fantastic.

If you do go, throw everything you have got into it, listen a lot, try all suggestions, don’t discount anything without investigation, and leave with a solid sobriety plan. If it’s AA, which meetings, how many times a week? Intensive Outpatient Program? Individual therapy (hopefully with a therapist that you trust more than your current one)? Medication? Meditation? Mindfulness? Journaling? Diet and exercise?

It works if you work it.

Dee74

Whatever it takes Press - we're with you

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aasharon90

I'm with many others sick with addiction
who went to rehab to begin the process
of getting healthy in all areas of my life.

My journey in recovery began back on
August 11, 1990, my first full day sober.
This journey continues today some 27
yrs of many one days sober added together
to get me where I am today.

With WILLINGNESS, OPENMINDEDNESS
and HONESTY begin to lay your recovery
foundation with one step at a time building
a strong, solid foundation to live your life
upon for yrs to come.

Grab a hold of this lifeline in recovery
and hang on tight for the ride of a lifetime
to achieve so many remarkable gifts provided
to us. A healthier, happier, humble life
awaits you.

Keep us posted as you begin your journey
picking up knowledge, experiences, strength
and hopes filling your tool box with and to
later pass on to the next person struggling
with addiction too.

Courage and strength heading your way.

Verdantia

Hey, Press--I was very opposed to inpatient rehab until I didn't have any other options, but it was a very, very good thing for me. I was able to deal with my issues without any outside distractions and learned a lot from my fellows. Go into it with an open mind and a desire to do whatever it takes to get and stay sober. Wishing you all the best in your recovery.

ScottFromWI

Sounds like a great decision Pressme. I hope you actually do it and don't just "think" about doing it ;-)

Pressmetilihurt

Wow. So much positivity. Such the opposite of what I've been dealing with. Thank you.

ChloeRose63

It really is a gift to yourself to be able to go and get help for yourself so that you can have a better life. I wouldn't be scared but, excited for the new beginnings. Nothing changes if nothing changes. Especially people.

thomas11

Takes a lot of courage, and I applaud you for your decision. It could save your life. Congratulations.

Hawkeye13

press I've been your fan for quite awhile, and I think that inpatient is a good call

Delizadee

Couldn't have said it better, exactly how I felt about inpatient. I have thought about going back even. It had a huge impact on my life.
I don't regret it, I doubt you would either. I agree, do it, don't look back.
Throwing everything you can at it, and keeping at that, will keep you strong and help you in the long run. We need to hear and do things often and over and over again before they stick.