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Old 07-28-2018, 10:48 AM
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New here, ready to admit I have a problem

My relationship with alcohol changed when my mother died....I started to have less control over the amount I drank and drank more frequently. A weekend glass of wine became a half a bottle, then a whole bottle, then the "weekend" would start on Thursday....it just snowballed. I promise myself daily I'll stop. Today, I'm doing the same but reaching out for support. I'm afraid for my health, ashamed I've met things get like this, and the drinking has made me not face up to things I need to take care of in my life (leaving an unhealthy relationship and improving my finances). I've read through posts here and this seems like an amazing, supportive community and I want to stick close to it as I take back control of my life.
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Old 07-28-2018, 10:55 AM
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Welcome, best decision you could make.
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Old 07-28-2018, 10:58 AM
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Glad you are here. Read around and you will find tons of threads and people who will be supportive.
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Old 07-28-2018, 11:00 AM
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Welcome to the family. I hope our support can help you get sober for good.
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Welcome to SR, dena!
Lot's of support here for you. So glad you found us!
Stay with us and keep posting!
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Old 07-28-2018, 11:04 AM
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Good luck! New here myself and everyone has been great.
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Old 07-28-2018, 12:00 PM
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Hello dena.

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Old 07-28-2018, 12:02 PM
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Welcome to SR, I have found so much support here and it has helped me so much getting sober, through this month, so I am on Day 6 now. You will feel so much better mentally and physically when sober.
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Old 07-28-2018, 12:40 PM
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Welcome to the forum. So pleased you found us.

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Old 07-28-2018, 12:45 PM
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Hi Dena and welcome SR is a lovely place to hang out

Deciding not to drink is hard but it will be the best decision you will ever make. Life is so much better sober. Best of luck, we are all here if you need us.
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Old 07-28-2018, 01:27 PM
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Great to meet you, Dena.

You're sure to find encouragement & friendship here. We all understand what you're going through. Welcome!
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Old 07-28-2018, 03:38 PM
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Welcome. This place is truly a gift. I’m glad you are going to try and use it. We are here for you!
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Old 07-28-2018, 04:25 PM
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