Yes, it is the third step in a very long walk, but it is so important that I sat in my chair with tears running down my face when I received it. The tears were tears of joy.
The first step was going to that first meeting and saying “I am an alcoholic” I not only admitted it to the room, but admitted it to myself.
The second step was to follow the message on this, before I knew what it was. “To thine own self be true”. That meant not trying to control my drinking. That meant not hiding it. It meant bloody stop it now.
The third step was learning that the cravings only last a short time, learning to ignore the habit and then receiving this.
I am now looking forward to the next one. If I have to have a new addiction, then collecting these will be a good one to have.
I hope it gives people just starting their journey the hope and knowledge that it is possible.
I am also happy to say at least I had one good idea while I was under the influence, and even happier to say that I have carried on with that idea when I woke up the following morning
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