EvSAlive

Hello All,

I have been reading the threads off and on this past weekend when I decided to finally sign up. I have been in denial for several years concerning my drinking. On most nights, I would drink a six pack of beer. I found myself doing this as a routine with no worries. I kept telling myself that I would quit someday. Well, I finally decided to quit today. I'm glad to know that I am not the only person struggling with alcohol. I thank you for your support and look forward to this continuous challenge with all of you.

AL E.

lonlion

Hi Al; Welcome to SR. My name is Diana and I am a recovering alcoholic/addict.
Keep posting with us and let us know how you are doing. Check out the AA meetings in your area.

All the best
Diana

nutz

Hi Alive,
Welcome to SR.

There also a book. Somepeople call it the Big book.
I didn't have to buy mine, but anywho.
Try to get one. There some cool readings in it.

NoMoBeer

You're at the right place at the right time.

Don't worry about quitting forever, just don't drink today.

I, too, was a beer-a-holic. Keep reading, keep coming back and maybe check out AA if you are so inclined.

Ken

Connie

Hey Al

Congrats on your decision to make a change. This is a great place to share your journey with others, and get lots of support. AA is a tremendous source of support, also, at least in my case. Good luck, one day at a time...

Dunitall

Hi Al

Congrats on day 1. What a massive day for you.

It's great that this is your time and that you recognised it.

Beating alcohol on your own is really tough, so I hope you keep coming back here and posting. We're all in this together.

Rich

KelKel

Hi Al and welcome...
Glad you are going to be sharing your journey with everyone here at SR.
Let us know what we can do to help you out.
Congratulations on deciding to get sober.

Phinneas

Welcome, Al. You will find a mountain of support and friendship here. I am proud of you for taking the first step in getting sober and living a sober life. The work is hard and the blessings are countless. I urge you to not try to do this alone, but to reach out. I can't, but we can. Do yourself a huge favor and run, don't walk to a meeting.

jojo

MootPoint

Hi Al, welcome to you!

I'm Ann, alcoholic/addict.

Congradulations on your decision! You couldn't have found a better group of ppl for support

hopealwayz

Welcome to SR! Glad to have you here with us. Stick around!

Chy

Welcome Al, glad you stopped by, hope you stay awhile!

ted

WELCOME AL,GLAD YOUR HERE.
GREAT SUPPORT HERE,STICK AROUND.
..................ted

EvSAlive

Thank you all for responding! Yesterday when I got home, I had the strong urge to go out and buy some beer. Fortunately, I thought about this site and the commitment I had made to abstain. It helped to think about the commitment but it really helped me when I read your supportive responses. This fight is difficult and I can't imagine it getting much worse. This fight is definitely difficult and it will take time. Thank you all once again! NoMoBeer - you’re absolutely right! I will focus on each day. Sobering...

AL E.

Time2Surrender

evSALive,I am glad your back.One day at a time is the key!Have you tried AA?Anyway,keep coming back and let us know how your doing.