I know what you mean. Someone’s life is always more shit than yours. I’ve felt that way many a times. But it’s so true. No matter your problems there is always someone worse. And then someone worse than that.
What a huge blessing in your life for Ms Thirdmonkey. I’m so happy for y’all. God Bless.
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From one depressed bitch to another: congratulations on one month, you did good 
I know the deep, dark feelings of hopelessness all too well and since going sober they sting a little less. There is much more light now 
treating depression with a depressant, such as alcohol didn’t work for me after all 
Enjoy your win, you earned it!
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Common cold or COVID is the million dollar
question of the year … Hope you feel better soon 
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@Thirdmonkey I’ll keep you guys in my thoughts as you fight the good fight. I’m glad to hear the prognosis is good; Stay strong.
@Figgie my allergies have been horrible the last week or so (the itchy eyes and sneezing gave it away), so maybe that’s all it is? I hope you feel better!
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Thank you and thank you @Nordique they certainly can get away from you if you let them. I just kept busy but they just wouldn’t go away yesterday… much better so far today.
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Hello. Newbie here. Hope I’m using this forum correctly and posting in the right place! Tonight will be my first night of sleep in a long time with no sedatives on board. Stopped the booze a few weeks ago but now it’s time for the pills to go. I’ve weaned down but still wonder if I’ll sleep. Wish me luck…
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Welcome @Mark2 Mark! Hoping positive thoughts for you tonight. Wishing you all success in having a good night’s sleep sober and clean of everything. And there’s no correct or incorrect way to use this forum I’d say. As long as you use it to help you stay off whatever it is you abuse or are addicted to you. So welcome again, happy to have you aboard!
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Hey everyone. Checking in with 39 days.
Went out for an early walk. Did a load of washing. Had a Zoom session with the support group. Went out early for my afternoon walk, then came home and did some reading. My flavoured coffee is due to arrive some time in the next few hours, I don’t think I’ll be able to resist trying a mug! I might not if I’m already ready for bed when it arrives though. Would be interesting to see if it affects my sleep or not.
My recovery worker called today, said I’m doing really well, we are going to meet in person in November.
My mood has been low today, but I’ve done the things I needed to do and I’m just grateful to get through another day sober. It’s still miles better than it was back in active addiction hell.
@Imcrafty Congrats on 1 month! 
@apes2020 Congrats on 6 months! (My counter alerted me to half a year since I quit cigs, but like you, I go by the actual date) Sounds like you kicked today’s ass! I love days like that 
@Mno Congrats on your massive number! Those flowers look beautiful, thanks for sharing 
Edited to add photo…it arrived
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Day 21. Wow, pain really does mean it is time to grow. I used to ignore these feelings but right now, I see that it is an error. I suppose that’s what people mean when they say “living on life’s terms”. It’s almost as if the universe has a plan for you and all you have to do is accept it. I think.
Anyways, stay strong. 
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Hey, I’m new. I’m currently at 4 days and twenty hours! That’s longer than I’ve gone in a long time! I’m kind proud of myself…
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Day 324.
Bless y’all
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Happy Tuesday everyone! My morning quiet time centered around “thy will be done”. Its easy for me to be focused on my will. I find I’m much happier when I accept things as they are instead of trying to force them to be the way I want them to be and then get angry when they are not.
Have an awesome sober day!
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Day 43: I slept almost 10 hours last night! Holy moly. I guess I needed it, and I am feeling much better today. A day of rest and some serious sleep did me good. I also am starting to realize how my attitude and approach to situations affects my stress level, which in turn has a physical manifestation. Headaches, gut problems, chest tightness, etc. This is nothing new to me, but last night I was reflecting on my day and thinking about how I can approach things differently and make things less personal. I’m referring mostly to my interactions with US healthcare/insurance system and the seemingly never-ending challenges. Y’all got any tips for how you get the system to work for you or at least with you? I’m hitting roadblock after roadblock, it seems, though I do know that I am the only one who can do this for myself and I have to stick it out. I get overwhelmed, so right now I am only putting in a few hours a day making calls and going online, etc.
Edit: I plan to bring this up in therapy, too. I’m holding on to emotions from past bad experiences, for certain.
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Welcome, Zoe, and thanks for checking in here! It really has helped me to check in every single day, particularly first thing in the morning as it sets my intention for the day, the intention to stay sober. Folks are super supportive here and feel free to share if you’re having challenges or need some reassurances. Hope to see you around! Oh, and 4, almost 5 days is awesome!!!
@Mark2 Welcome to you, as well, and congrats on the AF time under your belt! Good luck tonight, it might take a while to get your sleep sorted out (it did for me) but once I stuck it out I started having much better quality sleep, indeed. Glad you’re here.
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Hi Rosa! Glad you got some sleep. It sounds like you’re doing the best you can with the healthcare. I have insurance through my work, so I get stuck with whatever they do or don’t approve/pay for. Don’t give up, stay positive and I hope you get the help you need!
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DAY 30
Feeling quite proud
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Good to see you the beautiful @Jennajen! 
I struggle with self esteem too.
We live in a superficial world which makes it hard for a lot of people to love themselves and I really have to try hard not to let my thoughts “go there.”
Beauty fades. I am getting older and I have to remind myself constantly that beauty is whats on the inside.
In any case, you are absolutely beautiful Jenna! Inside and out. Dont forget it!! 
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You are too, lady!
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You should be proud! Keep going it gets better with each day 
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