Learning new things about my authentic self in sobriety …
Today I had a moment of OK wow.
I realised something about myself that had changed in sobriety and in turn , have learn more about myself.
About two weeks ago I finally bought a new phone. I’ve been avoiding buying one for a while because the thought of having to set it up and transfer everything is a NIGHTMARE.
When I was using, I would be on my phone 24/7.
Now days, I avoid my phone at all costs. I only use it for minimal thing’s.
I have bad trauma memories from my phone whilst in active addiction. Any meth addict will tell you many a concerning storey about them and there phones
I no longer have any paranoid delusions in regards to my phone lol. I can use it in good faith that all is well lol.
So in me not getting a new phone for so long, it was related to just having a tramatic past with while deep in paranoid phycosis.
I finally bit the bullet and got a new phone. Its been sitting here in my apartment with me avoiding setting it up.
Today I will set it up. This may not seem like much or a big deal to others, but this is a big step forward in my sobriety and putting fear aside to engage In a regular life doing regular things with no fear.
Its a happy day when you realise how far you have come because you truly did take it ODAAT
Made a year yesterday 365 days thanks for all the help! A year ago I I found this community and had no ideal what it was about. However it helped me get back on my feet , encouragement, advise and a lot of support. I’m not on a lot but do check in once in awhile thanks for all your help.
Day 22 here!
Been down and out the past few days was a nasty cold/flu so I’ve been keeping pretty low key.
Bummed that I had to miss my meeting tonight but I didnt want to risk getting anyone else sick.
Had a great and much needed 12 hour sleep last night/today.
Just finished cooking supper for work, had a snack and now I’m just relaxing for a few min before I head into the office for the night.
Day 7 here. Hell yes. The last stretch i had was a measly 13 days in August.
We finished our Christmas shopping today and im so excited for the kids. I cannot wait to enjoy it sober and take in every little thing!
Finally able to sleep and its amazing!
I’m feeling amazing yall. I hope you all had a great day!
I’ve heard of this but actually decided to look it up and that’s definitely something I’m gonna try to keep in mind and adapt more because I feel like those are all things that would be helpful going forward as far as avoiding triggering moments. Thank you much!
Been a long hard day 69. I wanted to drink bad but I’m heading to bed sober.
@Eke@SoberGuyUSA You guys are both at 1234 days!! How cool is that? @Private50 Congrats on you’re 1 year!! Hey Mickey you’re so fine, you’re so fine, you blew my mind! Hey Mickey! Hey Mickey! I’m sorry I couldn’t resist.
I’ll catch up on everyone elses awesomeness in the morning. Have a good night all
Long ass day 710.
Finally made in to Santa Monica. It was a brutal day.
I’m getting too old for this shit. Lots of obstacles and stressors to overcome but at the end of the evening I’m still sober. Nice dinner. Sparkling water. Relaxing with a cup of turmeric ginger green tea. I will reward myself in the morning by not having a crushing hangover. Cuz I don’t do that shit anymore.
Keep up the good fight y’all.
Your worth it.
How cool is that?
