I’m done drinking
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TA welcome back. You need to do as your name and take action.
Buddy, I've been there . Not eating for 4/5 days, blackouts, waiting outside the liquor store to open at 8am. shaking so bad I couldn't tie my shoe laces, it's horrendous.
I'm doing rehab at present and we're focusing on the AV and how we talk ourselves into picking up The antidote is positive thinking, self praise for how well we've done in staying sober, surrounding ourselves with positive people and accepting complements and praise. Once we get an air of positivity around ourselves we're much less likely to succumb to relapses.
It's the hardest thing anyone will ever face, but YOU CAN DO IT!!! Get the positive vibe going bud - you'll make it, no doubts just positivity
Buddy, I've been there . Not eating for 4/5 days, blackouts, waiting outside the liquor store to open at 8am. shaking so bad I couldn't tie my shoe laces, it's horrendous.
I'm doing rehab at present and we're focusing on the AV and how we talk ourselves into picking up The antidote is positive thinking, self praise for how well we've done in staying sober, surrounding ourselves with positive people and accepting complements and praise. Once we get an air of positivity around ourselves we're much less likely to succumb to relapses.
It's the hardest thing anyone will ever face, but YOU CAN DO IT!!! Get the positive vibe going bud - you'll make it, no doubts just positivity
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No, I have not talked to a Dr yet. I’ve known that need to especially the way I have drank this year. I’m healing up okay today and will
look at establishing with a PCP this evening.
The work day is almost done. I’m proud of myself for asking for help because I know I would have been in a stupor the remainder of this week. I refuse to drink! In all honesty I drank over the weekend, and somehow think “hair of the dog”
makes it better. I had even worked out Saturday morning and it was completely downhill after that.
look at establishing with a PCP this evening.
The work day is almost done. I’m proud of myself for asking for help because I know I would have been in a stupor the remainder of this week. I refuse to drink! In all honesty I drank over the weekend, and somehow think “hair of the dog”
makes it better. I had even worked out Saturday morning and it was completely downhill after that.
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Originally Posted by kes2 
TA welcome back. You need to do as your name and take action.
Buddy, I've been there . Not eating for 4/5 days, blackouts, waiting outside the liquor store to open at 8am. shaking so bad I couldn't tie my shoe laces, it's horrendous.
I'm doing rehab at present and we're focusing on the AV and how we talk ourselves into picking up The antidote is positive thinking, self praise for how well we've done in staying sober, surrounding ourselves with positive people and accepting complements and praise. Once we get an air of positivity around ourselves we're much less likely to succumb to relapses.
It's the hardest thing anyone will ever face, but YOU CAN DO IT!!! Get the positive vibe going bud - you'll make it, no doubts just positivity
Buddy, I've been there . Not eating for 4/5 days, blackouts, waiting outside the liquor store to open at 8am. shaking so bad I couldn't tie my shoe laces, it's horrendous.
I'm doing rehab at present and we're focusing on the AV and how we talk ourselves into picking up The antidote is positive thinking, self praise for how well we've done in staying sober, surrounding ourselves with positive people and accepting complements and praise. Once we get an air of positivity around ourselves we're much less likely to succumb to relapses.
It's the hardest thing anyone will ever face, but YOU CAN DO IT!!! Get the positive vibe going bud - you'll make it, no doubts just positivity
continued positive thoughts!
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Originally Posted by Takeaction
Thank you for this! I need to change my outlook. I’ve wanted to go to rehab but my career hasn’t allowed for it.
continued positive thoughts!
continued positive thoughts!
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Originally Posted by Alpine
I can you got the strength and determination
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I spoke in AA tonight for the first time ever. I agreed to be open to sponsors. I’m not really sure how to utilize a sponsor though. What does that usually look like?
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I didn't pick a sponsor merely to have a sponsor. It took me a few months to find the right fit. I listened to what other people had to say and share and essentially decided on those factors. I had several that I thought I'd found the right one, but turned out to be a dead end road, or they disappeared from meetings all together. I wanted someone solid and had several years of sobriety but also shared to some degree, a similar story to mine.
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Today is day 3 of sobriety and I feel
a lot better. I browsed SR looking at my old posts, other old posts, and posts of those struggling like me. I know I don’t have a desire to drink, and I’m staying true to that.
This weekend after my workout I’m going to stay with family. They’re sober and know I don’t want to drink. I had to be honest with them as well as a friend of mine. That way I am held accountable in all aspects, and I won’t be invited to drink.
I did some calculations last night that includes the last 17 days, and recent stupor going out etc. just alcohol purchases alone I spent about $500!!!! Insane!!!!
a lot better. I browsed SR looking at my old posts, other old posts, and posts of those struggling like me. I know I don’t have a desire to drink, and I’m staying true to that.
This weekend after my workout I’m going to stay with family. They’re sober and know I don’t want to drink. I had to be honest with them as well as a friend of mine. That way I am held accountable in all aspects, and I won’t be invited to drink.
I did some calculations last night that includes the last 17 days, and recent stupor going out etc. just alcohol purchases alone I spent about $500!!!! Insane!!!!
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Originally Posted by Farrier
I didn't pick a sponsor merely to have a sponsor. It took me a few months to find the right fit. I listened to what other people had to say and share and essentially decided on those factors. I had several that I thought I'd found the right one, but turned out to be a dead end road, or they disappeared from meetings all together. I wanted someone solid and had several years of sobriety but also shared to some degree, a similar story to mine.
Some of the women in the group have been sober 20+ years. I’m new at this so thank you for sharing your experience.
Thank you, Hevyn ☺️ I’m keeping strong and starting to feel like myself again! Alcohol has been stealing my life and joy. Never again!!!
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Keep up the good work! I know, for me, I had to be vigilant and not let my guard down because that is when things fell apart. Also for me, and I know many others, there is NO moderation. Take drinking completely off of the table. I think I may be been Dee that said this.. It's not the last drink you have to worry about, it's the first. Very true and insightful.
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Hi takeaction,
I know exactly how you feel. On July 2, 2018 I had the "mother" of all hangovers. I thought I was going to die. I quit drinking on that day. I felt so much better after I stopped. You will too. Just put one day in front of another. I kept both a calendar and a journal. It helped. When you have a visual reminder of the days it is a great asset. Keep trying. It gets better. Best wishes in your recovery.
I know exactly how you feel. On July 2, 2018 I had the "mother" of all hangovers. I thought I was going to die. I quit drinking on that day. I felt so much better after I stopped. You will too. Just put one day in front of another. I kept both a calendar and a journal. It helped. When you have a visual reminder of the days it is a great asset. Keep trying. It gets better. Best wishes in your recovery.
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Originally Posted by Jim1958
Hi takeaction,
I know exactly how you feel. On July 2, 2018 I had the "mother" of all hangovers. I thought I was going to die. I quit drinking on that day. I felt so much better after I stopped. You will too. Just put one day in front of another. I kept both a calendar and a journal. It helped. When you have a visual reminder of the days it is a great asset. Keep trying. It gets better. Best wishes in your recovery.
I know exactly how you feel. On July 2, 2018 I had the "mother" of all hangovers. I thought I was going to die. I quit drinking on that day. I felt so much better after I stopped. You will too. Just put one day in front of another. I kept both a calendar and a journal. It helped. When you have a visual reminder of the days it is a great asset. Keep trying. It gets better. Best wishes in your recovery.
I want to have a great long standing life. Tonight is Friday and I made some stroganoff, might have some ice cream, and then it’s bed time. I’m grateful for another sober day.
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Hello! I’ve stayed strong! I’ve wanted to eat more than normal but I’ll take it. It’s midnight here, and I am online because I went to bed really early. It’s NOT the midnight I had last week, praying I’d sober up by 6am. I don’t have to do that anymore!
Today is day six! It feels good to have made it through the weekend. I reached out to a sober buddy who is going to come with me to AA. She used to be in my same boat, as we used to go hard together. Now she’s been sober over two years.
I’m grateful to have so much support. I’m also thankful and oh so relieved Monday mornings are no longer my nemesis.
Today is day six! It feels good to have made it through the weekend. I reached out to a sober buddy who is going to come with me to AA. She used to be in my same boat, as we used to go hard together. Now she’s been sober over two years.
I’m grateful to have so much support. I’m also thankful and oh so relieved Monday mornings are no longer my nemesis.
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Hellooooo, Apline! I hope you are having a fantastic day!
Boy does it feel good to be sober! I’m able to communicate and get things done! I am dealing with the emotions piece right now. I’m worried people are talking about me calling in, that I’m awkward, and all the above. I’ve always struggled with anxiety and depression so it’s nothing new. I’m just holding on and responding as if each day is a blessing. I’m sober and that’s what matters.
Boy does it feel good to be sober! I’m able to communicate and get things done! I am dealing with the emotions piece right now. I’m worried people are talking about me calling in, that I’m awkward, and all the above. I’ve always struggled with anxiety and depression so it’s nothing new. I’m just holding on and responding as if each day is a blessing. I’m sober and that’s what matters.
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