Ahimsa
March 20, 2017, 11:46am
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Here I am again, attempting a fresh foray into an alcohol free life.
Ok let me rephrase…language is important.
Here I am, embarking on my journey into an alcohol free life. For the last time feeling shame underscored by the light of hope, for the first time knowing that my life is about to open up wide, bright and full and free.
I’ve had enough. Day 1: GO.
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Hi @Ahimsa and welcome to the forum! Great decision of course
Hello everyone!
I’m seeing a lot of new faces on here! Welcome! One question comes up so often that we need a thread dedicated to it: How do I get through the first few days after quitting drinking?
I have listed a few tips and tricks that I have used. Please feel free to add any strategies that have helped you manage the intensity of the first few days. We’re in this together! Stay strong everyone!
1.) Stay busy! Distract your mind from the cravings. I’ve found that cleaning/organizing can b…
Here’s the section to add any links that pertain to sobriety and recovery. Anything that may be helpful to someone else. Anything that adds to alternative ways of thinking about sobriety. Please share your resources.
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Melrm
March 20, 2017, 2:26pm
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Yay! @Ahimsa welcome to the beautiful life of sobriety
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Happy you are here! Stay committed and ask for help whenever you need it!
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but get yourself geared up for the battle! Some good post to check…