So happy for you @KevinesKay I know you’ve worked hard to get to this day. Keep up the good work.
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Congratulations!!! That’s so amazing! Happy birthday and happy engagement. 
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Thanks Cate…that worked!
You are a techno wizard 
♂!!!
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@MortenPL I’m sorry you are having a rough day. Tomorrow there will be a fresh day and with new opportunities. Hang in there.
@Kammie Congratulations! 
It’s day 26 for me. This was a tough day. I was still exhausted from yesterday all day long. And I was really angry, frustrated and sad. It was hard to deal with these emotions. But I’m not going to numb my feelings with alcohol anymore.
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Yes, my 4 yr old baby told me I’m the worst parent in the world at dinner. Then screamed at me from the bathroom to wipe his butt not 2 minutes later. So I put my foot down…and helped him wipe his butt.
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Day 164 holy crap that’s a stretch.
And besides that and my son being with me I’m having a shitty couple of days body wise.
Headaches are killing me. Which ussually means I have a tough nut to Crack. I have identified the nut and I know what the crack is.
The thing is…
This is the first time me and my higher power both cannot really decide what’s the way to go.
There is no conclusive answer in this matter.
I have been meditating an hour this afternoon which helped with the pain. Then life went on and allready 4 hours later it’s back. I am going to watch Ajax and then go straight to bed hoping to have a proper night sleep. It might help.
Did decide to cut down my caffeine intake since it has been like an addiction lately 
Buying more minty Green tea Tommorow.
In 18 days I am going to reach 6 months full sobriety and I want to have my caffeine intake lowered to a morning and an evening cup. #goalz
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That crazy u had a second yesterday. They also seem positive so awaiting final response.
And then negotiating wages… Pffff not really looking forward to that.
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Thank you for posting this video @Bob123
“If you’re trying to stop drinking, you need something better than alcohol.” - YES! I need to find something I can do with my life that is worth not getting drunk and screwing up. I already have reasons not to drink, but I need something more compelling. I want something that gives my life purpose. This may sound cheesy, but I don’t care. 
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Sorry you’re feeling down @keiti. Having sick kiddos for days on end will wear anyone down! Still 7 mths sober is awesome and you should be proud of yourself. Hope the wee ones get better soon! Hugs 
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Sending (((((hugs))))))…
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Hi @GVLNative . I am a smart facilitator and have done it for over year now…the meeting format is the same for every meeting…first I read out the smart statement which explains what smart is etc…we then go round the room and do a checkin…basically how your last week has been…any lapses, successes, struggles…the check in helps me identify who might have something to add to the agenda…I ask each member if they have anything to discuss in the group where we can try and help…I also use this agenda setting to see if I can weave any smart tools into the meeting…we progress through the agenda…then at the end of the meeting we do a check out…everyone in turn gets there chance to say how the meeting was…usually positive but could be used to help improve the meeting…
You seem to be describing that the facilitator is running it like a class? It might be useful for them to sit in on a more established smart group to get some ideas…I hope this helps 
thanks for link in @anon12657779
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No suggestions, but lots of virtual hugs and positive thoughts 
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Checking in on day 54
All is well😁
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Hey Linn, great to hear from you…yes i agree, after all my years of failed attempts at sobriety. I have realised this is where i have been going wrong - you can only realise this upon your own reflection…no.matter how many great ppl have suggested it!
I have always suffered anxiety issues due to being bullied growing up. This forum is an inspiration! I started the year by choosing sobriety…joined the gym and am planning a trip away…maybe some hiking and adventure! Best of luck on your exciting horizon ahead Linn x
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Thank you. Good luck with your adventures.
Yes, it is exciting (and exhausting at times).
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@anon65470292 @Jane.c
I feel for both of you on you relationship issues. Addictions leave a huge wake of shit behind them!!! The folks that love us are suffering from PTSD which can take a long time to heal.
Good luck 
!!!
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Thanks for the information!!!
It is very helpful.
That’s like our meetings
Edit how long are your meetings? Our check ins can take up the whole hour and a half sometimes 
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