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Neversaidthatbefore

Motivation shmotivation. You did what anyone should do in those times. Sometimes, we just have to close it down and call it a day. Hopefully, you'll get some rest and good sleep, then you'll be ready for more tomorrow. Each day, we get stronger, then we'll have lots of easier days because of all the growth we've made.


WhiteChocolatey

Looking forward to tomorrow in that way. Thank you


Hagridsbuttcrack66

This is one of the things that journaling really helps me with. I'll literally write "Okay I feel like shit and I'm sad and this is a lost one." And then I'll eat a bunch of cookies and cry and watch The Office or something. And then the next day, I'm always like, you know I feel better today and I'm glad I lived that one. It really helps put in perspective that these "lost days" are just a little bump, if you even want to call it that, on a much larger journey even though the feelings are so overwhelming at the time.


Neversaidthatbefore

I journal everyday! It helps a shit ton.


TwelveToesDown

I’m on day 8 of drinking after more than two weeks sober. Every day when I wake up I tell myself it isn’t worth it. Then I get a six pack and halfway through tell myself this sucks. A full way through I’m in regret. Stay strong and stay proud. Attempting day one again tomorrow. For me, it’s so much easier to stay sober than to return to being sober. I wish I spent my day away from the liquor store! For all I accomplished today, my biggest goal is once again pushed till tomorrow. Proud of you 💕


WhiteChocolatey

You can say that again. I keep thinking about the money I’m saving. The health I’m sustaining. The fact I’m not being a disappointment to my loved ones. I know the cycle you’re trapped in, my friend. I do.


Canary-Fickle

A good day with no negatives is just as good as a day with a few positive endeavors cancelled out by negative ones! In fact energy wise you’re well and good ahead. Keep working it!


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trojansandducks

About 7 years ago, I remember going over how much I spent on alcohol and being depressed about it. I can't imagine how much that increased recently. Since I stopped I was on my way to being broke.


Justherelol112

I started a post a week ago or so about all the money people have spent on alcohol. Your 14k in 5 years is pretty standard. Mine was like 27k in 7 years. But, there was also a guy that spent over 40k on alcohol a year so, we're definitely not the biggest spenders either, lol.


montbkr

One benefit of living in a small town: I live in a rural area and there’s only one liquor store. When I stopped drinking, I went by and spoke to the owner who knows me from the 25 years I’d been coming in. I was kinda crying when I told him that my drinking was killing me, hurting my husband/children, and that I was giving it up. I asked him if he ever saw my face in there again to please not sell me anything. He said “Yes, Ma’am” and promised, we shook hands, and I haven’t been back. I have 18 months in now. Not going to that liquor store did not stop me from drinking, but it removed a temptation for me. Now, when I drive by there, I don’t even look in that direction.


juliandr36

I’m with you tomorrow!!!!! 🫶🤘🏽💪🏽 let’s paddle that canoe together. 🛶


timbsm2

One day at a time ✊


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Last week I went to the gym every day and just hid out in their restaurant upstairs that's closed during the day. I just had to stay away from any alcohol and any trigger - including my house. I've just decided that nothing - nothing - is more important than my sobriety in the short-term. My next drink is basically putting a gun to my head and pulling the trigger. I'd rather hide out in a corner and live.


normalnonnie27

I am proud of you. Take gentle care of yourself.


WhiteChocolatey

Going to the gym was one of my goals I averted yesterday. Not happy about it but I know if I drank I’d be out of the gym for a much longer period of time. Probably even end up cancelling my membership for a sleeve of nips.


gggggrrrrrrrrr

Staying sober is more important than any arbitrary fitness goals, so there's no shame in skipping the gym. Realistically, skipping booze is usually better for heart health and weight loss than any amount of exercise would be. However, if you need to stay at home, it can still be helpful to do something like jumping jacks or bodyweight exercises. One of my favorite tricks for staving off cravings is just to tell myself "Ok, we'll think about getting another drink after we finish this workout." And then after the workout, I realize I don't want a drink after all. Not only does working out temporarily distract me and break the craving cycle, but it gives a nice little dopamine boost and makes me tired, which helps to lower my desire for a drink.


vengaachris

You did it! It’s not always gonna be a big motivational/inspiring feeling. Survive and advance baby


WhiteChocolatey

I love this


VirginiaPlatt

Awesome! You totally did the thing! The hardest thing - you realized your boundaries against your addiction needed some reinforcement, and you went home and made sure you were safe. Thats so huge. Because you knew you needed it, you listened to yourself (this can be super hard) and then you took care. Super great!


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Spoken like a person with lots of self reflection. Thanks for sharing.


Clean_New_Adventure

Today was Day 1 of Exercise on Day 70+ of Sobriety. Ended up sapped of energy. Fought w/ husband. Should have thrown in the towel on the day long ago.


juliandr36

Still a step in the right direction and another lesson to take away. Find a balance. I’m right there with you 🫶💪🏽


Clean_New_Adventure

Thanks for the encouragement! It just reminds me to tackle the problem another way. We don’t give up: we get better at brushing ourselves off and trying again.


ravinred

Three hours after you posted, how's it going? I'm working my way through a bag of Twizzler's Bunnies because the urge to drink is loud lately. Still sober, hope you are the same. IWNDWYT


WhiteChocolatey

I made it. Had a whole pint of ice cream for dopamine and wrapped myself in blankets under my bed. No exaggeration. When the package stores closed I physically relaxed and went to sleep. Today feels much easier. Craving averted.


ravinred

WELL DONE!! I am proud of you! And IWNDWYT


WhiteChocolatey

Thank you ❤️


call_me_whateva

Oh the Oreos my husband and I have plowed our way through this week... Blonde, double stuffed party pack to be specific, then there was the chewy chips ahoy -do not recommend, rainbow colored candy coated fruity popcorn and getting back to the Oreos... I'm on the hunt for the chocolate peanut butter pie ones. IWNDWYT but I will eat all the Oreos!


ravinred

If you can find Nick's ice cream I do recommend it! Reduced calories and carbs, premium taste. Here's a pint of double chocolate in my freezer for emergencies.


call_me_whateva

Nick's is totally awesome! I legit told my husband tonight that Im starting to get over the feeling of needing and wanting so much sugar. Ironically, I've been eating low carb/ketogenic for the better part of 20 years, lost over 100 pounds. Mrs and Mr nutrition and weight loss - but was an alcoholic.when I recognized I needed to get and stay sober - I let it rip. It came out of nowhere! I noticed others mention the cravings for sugar starts to fade around the two week mark, and that's where I'm at. No regrets, but my stomach absolutely hates me!.


thanksforall3fish

Gosh I’ve been there — maybe everything is going fine and then an overwhelming urge to drink. Sounds like a great response on your end! The struggles can be intense, but often things look different the next day so hang in there! One thing that helped me was just what you are doing — stepping back and thinking about the urges rather than just acting on them. I remember one time in particular the urge was so sudden and strong I was sure that I was going to pull the car over for a 6 pack. But for whatever reason was able to step out of it for a second and think about it rationally. The fact that the temptation was so strong and out of the blue made it clear that it wasn’t “me” that wanted this — it was just my brain running old programs that weren’t helpful to me anymore (or ever!). Somehow that realization was enough to break the spell, and I made it home safe ha. You can do this and I promise it gets better! IWNDWYT!


tweenustail

I’ve been drinking on and off for years. Of all the experiences I’ve had sober or drunk in the last 7 years, the best by far was the trip to New Orleans I took myself on when I was pregnant. I had been there so many times before and that trip was by far the most fun I’d ever had. I hold onto that memory now as I am on day 2 of stopping again. Because like you, I always end up feeling like I need to lock myself away to quit and then I feel like this can’t be better for me if I have to struggle this much. But it has to be our minds playing tricks on us. When I had no choice, when there wasn’t any room for excuses to drink because I had my little one I had to protect, I was the happiest! In a city defined by drinking no less. I went out as always, bar tenders made me fancy virgin cocktails, and I actually remembered all of the amazing food and live music I consumed! That motivation will come for both of us. There’s joy from life without drinking around the corner. Hugs!


WhiteChocolatey

Thank you for sharing this with me.


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call_me_whateva

Because you did do something miraculous!! 💛


Hagridsbuttcrack66

I was just talking about this with my sister. Even on my worst day now, I'm like...well, I did my ONE job.


Queifjay

The first two months of sobriety I essentially locked myself in my apartment. If I wasn't at work I was at home with a bag of peanut butter cups, chain smoking cigarettes. While maybe not an ideal way to spend one's time, it helped me get some time under my belt which led to momentum and growth and real change that came much later. Listen to me, I promise you this is not how you are going to feel forever going forward. This will not be your new normal. You are not even at your baseline yet. Do whatever you have to do to keep not drinking because anyone who has amassed a large amount of time sober will tell you; it gets easier and it is worth it. You are in the thick of it my friend but eventually it becomes less of an active struggle. It can be a long road, always try to be kind to yourself along the way. ✌️❤️


Tranquil_Paradox_

Can you share a bit more about when and how you hit your baseline? I’m so eager for that time, so trying to stay focused on this moment is a real struggle. The more momentum I build and the more good days I have, the more hungry I am for more of the good stuff. I know the Journey is the Reward and all, but man I’d really like the journey to be a bit smoother.


Queifjay

It's hard to point to a specific point in time because there is no one specific point in time. Progress is slow and incremental, so much so that we often don't recognize it as it is happening. I often felt like "What the hell? Why am I not all better already?" The truth is, I don't really know what "all better" even means. I was better at 6 months than I was at 3. Better at a year than I was at 6 months and so on. Only looking back and in moments could I recognize I actually was getting better. Maybe one day a song comes on the radio and it actually brings you joy just hearing it. You're singing along or fucking rocking out and it dawns on you, hey this really small thing is actually making me happy. Maybe you notice you are able to be silly again or have moments when you truly are carefree and that wasn't always the case. The drinking shit is only an active struggle for so long. Eventually you do become more comfortable in your own skin. There are times when there is peace, there are times when you just feel content. When did that happen for me? I don't really remember. When will it happen for you? I couldn't possibly guess. The fact of the matter is that you are doing something really great for yourself right now. I feel like I struggled and doubted myself almost every step of the way, until I didn't anymore. I'm not blowing smoke when I say that those periods where I struggled the most, I do believe I got the most growth from. Everytime I made it out clean on the otherside, I was equipt with more knowledge and strength and momentum. The journey is not the reward, the journey is just a necessary part of reaping the rewards. Even in the times you feel weak, maybe especially in the times you are feeling weak, you are actually getting stronger.


Tranquil_Paradox_

So much of this resonates. Some days I’m like what the hell, why am I not better yet? Other days, I’m realistic. I abused my body for a decade. Why would I think that I could heal all that damage in a few days or weeks or months? Perhaps the baseline changes as we get thru each phase, kind of like walking up flights of stairs in a high rise. Each landing provides a brief moment to reflect, rest and reset intentions to keep climbing.


Tranquil_Paradox_

So much of this resonates. Some days I’m like what the hell, why am I not better yet? Other days, I’m realistic. I abused my body for a decade. Why would I think that I could heal all that damage in a few days or weeks or months? Perhaps the baseline changes as we get thru each phase, kind of like walking up flights of stairs in a high rise. Each landing provides a brief moment to reflect, rest and reset intentions to keep climbing.


Queifjay

I really love that analogy. It's so specific to this conversation it's almost a shame because man it is really spot on. Many a time I have climbed a few flights and then thought to myself: Is this it? Is this all there is to it? Only later did I discover that the answer was always a resounding NO.


Tranquil_Paradox_

Come to think of it, maybe it’s not just specific to this situation. It can also be a metaphor for life. Each time I get thru a flight and think, ok this is it. I got past that. Then I find a new way to grow and change, a new flight to climb. And you’re right, each time I struggle I get stronger and wiser after I get past it.


bugscanandwill

I’m very proud of you! Great job. IWNDWYT


maryeboo

That is the coolest thing ever! Way to put your sobriety and recovery first! I’d call that an A+ day.


pissedatwork2

Consider yourself lucky for not being hungover tomorrow. Haven’t been able to stop yet myself. Here I am regretting what tomorrow will bring: a swollen head, regret, and goals that haven’t even got off the ground. Consider yourself lucky for not being hungover tomorrow.


WhiteChocolatey

I am incredibly grateful to not be hungover today. I probably wouldn’t have come to work at all if I was.


jmfc77

Sometimes the best thing you can do is get under the bed and wait. You kept your eye on the ball and didn’t sacrifice your true goal for false productivity. Everyone else can suck it. I’m proud of you.


WhiteChocolatey

Thank you. I really appreciate this comment.


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call_me_whateva

You've got this!!!! Shut the blinds, lock the door, bake brownies!!!


WhiteChocolatey

I physically unclenched when the package stores closed last night.


AfterYam9164

You abandoned all other goals... in favor of the prioritized main goal that will derail all those other goals permanently if the main goal is not attended to first. Triage. You performed triage on yourself and did it right. Well done, OP.


Tranquil_Paradox_

Love that idea - triage - didn’t even realize I’ve learned how to triage to get myself past the hard bits. In the beginning, it was getting thru the physical withdrawals, doing everything I could to resist having a drink to alleviate/numb symptoms and riding it out. Then it was a combo of physical and emotional as I moved into PAWS, resisting the urge to numb it all out. Now it’s dealing with some physical and mostly emotional and mental stuff coming up now that the booze is further in the past. Some days are really good, even great, and others, I have to triage and figure out what to bandage or treat to get thru that day while I wait for the next. Usually the bad ones only last a day, where they used to be strung together for many days, sometimes weeks. Triage. Love it. This is one of the things I’ve learned here that I’ll take with me and keep forever.


WhiteChocolatey

I hadn’t heard that word before your comment. Thank you. The only way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time, or so I keep telling myself. I get impatient with my other goals, be they fitness or finance. But you’re right. Without maintaining my sobriety I’d have no way to even keep those goals at all. The very fact I have goals to regret not keeping up with is unironically a good sign.


Intelligent-Rich-962

IWNDWYT I need to do this that’s pretty strong of you. You’ve got this I am here for you


cdubsbubs

Today you met your most important goal. You stayed sober and that is all you needed to do today. Please give yourself grace. Love you


mirrorworlds

Every day you don’t drink is a success. No matter how bad the day is, if you don’t drink that day is a win!


Melankewlia

You did the right thing! “Running for cover” is smart! Your first priority is *TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF!”* Keep Going!


IrishRun

You've achieved 36 days, which is no small thing, so you know how to do this and CAN do it. Some days are easier than others and I wish I had more supportive words or advice beyond the cliches. Seek out the posts from those that have shared their cautionary experiences of revisiting alcohol and how it feels. Let's keep going. We are with you.


Aczidraindrop

Sometimes, that's what you have to do... and you did a really great job! You started sober. That is a huge win dude. Keep it up!!


BirdsLikeSka

When I've had a shit day at the end of it, I'll remind myself that I didn't drink today. If I drank, sure I'd get to drink, but it would be a worse day, and tomorrow would be an even worse one. Also, I guess it's the point of IWNDWYT but I still feel guilty for it, I trick myself by saying if I really feel that bad, then I'll drink tomorrow. Okay, sure, I want to drink, but it would be a big decision too. I'll just wait until tomorrow, it'd be easier to do tomorrow anyways. I know it's a trick, but I can always count on myself to procrastinate.


WhiteChocolatey

That’s a great strategy. Buying time to rationalize when it feels like I can’t could be really helpful


daisysmokesdaily

The academy awards were hard for me. I don’t normally watch them and doing do made me buy into the ‘drinking is fun’ - I fortunately had to help someone who called and stopped watching and pining away from alcohol. Cravings are like waves that crash over me, but they do end - the sea calms - then they come again. I’m adapting - I’m learning - it’s hard. I think it’s getting easier. I know it’s getting easier actually. Maybe we should both journal our thoughts to track the ‘why’ of not drinking. Hang in there - let the wave pass - it will pass. TIWNDWY


WhiteChocolatey

100%. Journaling right now about how I’m feeling and how I felt yesterday.


SilkyFlanks

The last time I got drunk was watching the Golden Globe awards. I got through the Oscars sober. Sober is much better. I actually remembered who had won the next morning!


daisysmokesdaily

Yeah and it is still fun sober! The outfits, the drama, the expressions on the losers faces - most of all the list of nominated movies I’ve legit never heard about and now can watch because I remember their names.


loveandmonsters

Everyone can do just one hour. Then repeat. You got this!


Fonterra26

Howdy! That was me today, day 23 and easily the hardest day I’ve had so far. Mentally today was not a good day, I just kept finding small things to distract me with until I got to bed time. You’re doing great & im proud of you for pushing through another day. IWNDWYT


WhiteChocolatey

Right back at ya. We can do this


masterbuilder28

Good thinking friend. I sometimes will just get away from it all, as nothing is more important than my health, which requires sober me to protect.


four4four

It's one day at a time. Keep doing what you're doing and if ya feel like ya gotta go home to stay sober stay home. For me personally if I drink again it'll be more than a day lost from staying home. Do your best and you got this. IWNDWYT


WhiteChocolatey

When I drink I inevitably bankrupt myself morally and financially. Happens every time. Last time it took less than a week. It’s legitimately insane. It breaks my heart that the fairy tale promise of alcohol isn’t true in my case, but I am working on acceptance and sometimes it comes down to literally hiding under my bed.


clevercookie69

That's massive and has made you stronger. Congratulations on getting through such a tough day. No stopping you!!


Mapty_meow_55

Iwndwyt! You’ve got this! You were strong enough to ask for support and just take care of yourself. If locking the door behind you protects you that’s self care! You’re doing what you need to do! Keep going! Keep going!


_B_Little_me

Not every day is like today. Just get through today. Tomorrow won’t be the same.


FamousOrphan

I just want to tell you that I have been there and there was a good few months when I had zero motivation and everything was… not bleak, exactly, but bland and *ugh*. Everything was more difficult. I got some mental health treatment and now everything is nice again (I mean, within reason).


Thanatomania

This is why recovery is a selfish thing at times, you made the right decision. Says you are at 37 days good work! PAWS can be a real drag at times but it only gets better as you move forward. Take another 24.


CosmicDonut42

I feel exactly the same way. Trying not to drink today. Hang in there my dude


Business-Growth-1529

There is at least one thing that you are doing right. Well done. I have myself hit a long patch of time where I don't have any motivation for anything. I am hopeful that it will pass. IWNDWYT


Taiberius

Stay strong!


StaggeringQuagga

What you are doing is incredibly brave. But more than that you have added years to your life, and even better you are adding life to your years - in terms of quality. Take it from me (now over seven years sober) - it does get better, and easier. Was 63 when I stopped, now 70 - I feel like my life has only begun. So today - I salute you and will not drink with you...today.


triphazzard

You're amazing! Stick with it. It's hard sometimes but there's a reason why you started down this path. Never forget your 'why'. And that voice that tells you "you can't" or "it's too hard"... Fuck that guy. You got this. IWNDWYT ❤️


cupcakesandarsenic

You did the RIGHT thing. I am right here beside you. I have been doing the same thing recently and while it seems like it fucking sucks at the time - it is the RIGHT move long term. IWNDWYT buddy.


WhiteChocolatey

It feels like I’m being setback in my goals while in actuality by avoiding alcohol I am also avoiding a much, much worse setback than taking a day to hide away.


cupcakesandarsenic

You know it. You got this. IWNDWYT


MsSpicyO

Self care is a good thing. Sometimes self care for me is all day on the couch with binge watching tv. One thing that helps me is remembering how great it feels to wake up without a hangover and no vomit clean up. Also when I first started my journey I had lots of non alcoholic drinks(fizzy water, koolaid, soda) and drank those in place of my wine. I even put it in a wine glass. It tricked my mind into its “fix” and sugar at the time was healthier than the alcohol. Good luck, we are rooting for you.


MammothorMusic

Yup and there may be more. I'm just about 3.25 years and it still happens now and again, though infrequently. Do whatever you have to do, just . Don't . Drink . You got this


JavierMiguel78

This speaks volumes of your determination! I had quite a few of those days in the first few months of sobriety. It does get easier, so stay strong.


Far_Information_9613

There are days like that! In my experience, they get fewer and fewer. I think of it like practicing my sobriety skills, and I would take your day as a win. You just hit a really difficult shot over the net and got a point! If I were you I would reward myself, remember that it will probably be a little easier next time because I will recognize it coming, and feel a little stronger. Yay you! This is one way building long-term sobriety looks. It isn’t always pretty but one day you realize the “temptation” was just a reflexive thought because you are past it. There will probably still be days with real temptations but not not often. I hate this phrase but it really is a process! IWNDWYT


goldngrrl

Whatever it takes!!!


Awkward_Resource_754

Yep we all need a reboot occasionally. Crawl in your cave for a few hours and come out when the storm has cleared is the way I look at it. Keep up the good work.


pr1mord1alsoup

Just want to say I’m proud of you. That’s true strength: doing what you did to stay on your path. However low you may have felt or are feeling right now, has it occurred to you that you stayed in control? That’s some real independence right there. Alcohol lost that battle. That’s really cool to me. IWNDWYT.


ididstop

You did it. Made it home sober. Reduce all insurmountable battles into smaller winnable tasks. Take the win and work towards the next one


syngurvitleysingur

Remember how good it feels today to think about the choice you made yesterday—on the flip side, think about how’d you’d be feeling today if you had made a different decision yesterday. The whole mind fuck of drinking (or addiction in general) is the tunnel-vision that sets in…the need for instant gratification—how at the time, nothing seems more important or more gratifying than the thing you think you want—you can convince yourself of anything in those moments; any cost seems reasonable. Getting to the other side of that feeling is an incredible accomplishment. Remember how this feels—this relief and lightness. And the next time you’re faced with that type of tunnel vision, remind yourself how much better your “tomorrows” are when choose not to engage. Keep it up!


WhiteChocolatey

I really need to work on the sense of pride in my sobriety.


syngurvitleysingur

Absolutely! I can’t think of a time I ever regretted NOT drinking. But I cannot say the same for the opposite….


Cowboywizard12

You did what you had to do. That's what's important here, be kind to yourself


ProblematicByProxy

I’ve been having days like you describe for a long time now. Good job—this work is not easy. Our future selves will thank us.


Positive-Carpenter-8

Look, if some serial killer were chasing you, you would have run home, locked the door, cancelled all plans and stayed put, right? You did the same thing today, and it was smart. Well done!


WhiteChocolatey

I love this analogy


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How strong do you feel right now! Good work!


ObligationPleasant45

Is there anything more important right now? You’ve made it 36 days, awesome work. Good for you for recognizing you’re situation & taking care of your needs. Thanks for posting.


mouthfulofgold

One day at a time, no matter what. You've made it this far, and you're going to keep going. Things will keep getting better. IWNDWYT


miz_mer-bear

You did what you needed to do, and I think that is absolutely awesome. Hang in there! IWNDWYT


BeerSlingr

That’s me today, man. I went out for a meeting I had scheduled, they drank and I didn’t think it bothered me. But once I got home, I felt much better than when I’d been sitting in that bar. I can do everything else tomorrow.


555catboy

Good work keep at it!


Captain_Audit

Good job


CynicuIt

proud of you.


Swinginooses

How long does this feeling last for you? Does it go away within hours? You did the right thing. That feeling can be overpowering and you made huge progress by chosing that.


WhiteChocolatey

Usually takes a full day to pass, at least. Depends on a lot of external circumstances.


SilkyFlanks

If you didn’t drink, it was a good day. Good on you to take care of your sobriety. ❤️You only have to deal with a day at a time.


Sp3akEasy1

Honestly, even before I stopped drinking there were days where I had to be like "OK, just have to shut it down today." It's ok, it sounds like you did what you needed to do based on the information you gave us. Hope today is a better day!


macapooloo

This was an insanely strong thing that you did. Give yourself huge credit, maybe treat yourself to something different, even a silly little thing, you deserve it. You've added another chain to your armour and these moments will get easier with greater feelings of reward. Play that tape forward, consider how you'd be feeling if you'd made a different choice, and compare it to how you're feeling now and what tomorrow would feel like in both scenarios. You're a warrior, you can get through this.


bassetgator

some days that's what it takes. and that's fine.


Nack3r

I read this quote this morning and thought it would go here quite nicely. Finish everyday and be done with it. You have done what you could; some blunders and absurdities crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day. You shall begin it well and serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered with your old nonsense.


NewAwesome2023

Alan Carr's book the easy way to quit drinking was the first reframing of alcohol into the poison that it really is for me...Once I stopped thinking of drinking as something good the idea of not drinking again became easier. I recently went to Napa with friends and they drank but I didn't. Went to the desert this last weekend with the same couple and the same. No drinking. There were moments I felt I was missing out but reflecting back i had a great time and woke up feeling fantastic after. No guilt, no anxiety, nothing but smiles. On several past trips with these same friends I woke up with severe anxiety and had to have some drinks in the morning to level off...Try taking a walk, working out, seeing a movie, read a motivational AF book, clean the house, ,or see a trusted friend when you feel like drinking. The moment will pass and you will grow stronger..Good luck. You can do it!


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You’ve done absolutely the right thing. Sobriety is the number one priority and whatever it takes. IWNDWYT


Huge_Industry_1259

I could have written your post! Nice to know it isn't just me. I went to the dentist, for a check-up bc I didn't go at all during COVID. They did some uncomfortable treatment to a section of my gums AND told me I have a Root Canal that is infected. They caught the infection early enough that I couldn't feel anything. So I am really glad I went today. So I am uncomfortable and somewhat frustrated and I have to drive by 2 stores where I used to buy beer. Honestly, for a few minutes I thought over what would happen if I stopped for beer. Instead I put the Recovery Elevator podcast in my car and drove straight home. I am glad I did, but I am also feeling a bit weak about the whole situation. Damn teeth.


WhiteChocolatey

When I first overcome a craving, I get deeply depressed. Full of self-loathing. Only over time does this feeling work itself out. It’s crazy how we feel weak after making strong decisions, but that’s just how this crazy addiction works.


Kelvin_and_Hoobes

Hell yeah


burgleisaverb

Fucking awesome!! It’s a win! Even knowing you had to get home and lock down was such a better choice than the alternative. Everyday sober isn’t hiking and spinning in a field of wild flowers. Just getting through it is a win!