So I’m home alone this week, SO has travelled to holiday with family. I had planned a lot of self work this week with the space to be alone. I want to clear through some stuff, go to the gym, get done chores done that linger on and also attend a few online meetings.
It’s always amazing how much longer everything takes when you are by yourself no one to share the washing up lol.
But, I’ve done myself a nice veggie lasagne warm up and salad for lunch. Also done a the veggies shop for the week and a few chores so far. After work, I plan to walk to the gym to just put half hour in, listening to a podcast. Have a stir fry planned for tea with Turkey breast and broccoli.
Early night then after some of the current jigsaw that’s taunting me. I don’t think I could do all this so easily this time last week. Thank goodness for my seven days free.
Day 117. Have not checked in, in a while. Weekend went great with my girls, but it was so fast. After being with them I just feel so sad and hate what I’m doing and where I’m at, I want to be home with them. I know it’s not the best choice but it’s how I feel. I just feel like I’m away from any connection, I have not gone to the gym, don’t really talk to anyone and just been focused on school, but I don’t even talk to anyone from there. It makes me feel lonely, idk I suppose the cold weather today isn’t helping with my mood. But I will pick my spirit up and put in the work. I also sold my iPad yesterday, part of me regretted that, but I also am glad bc I needed the money. I got some new shoes and a new hoodie and got autumn a early Christmas present so I can be ahead of the game lol. Anyways yeah time to get my shit together and carry on, have group at 10 so there’s some connection. Much love everyone
Good morning friends. Can’t believe I’ve made it to day 5, yesterday was tough, but I pushed through .
I work as a Legal Assistant in a business law firm and today I’m helping a director on a big presentation. It’s a bit complicated and there are some errors I don’t know how to fix (formatting stuff). It usually drives me crazy but I have to just accept I’m not perfect.
Woke up at 5 am and did some stretching, made breakfast, packed a good lunch for my daughter and now I’m going to start getting ready. It feels good to get up on time and not feel gross.
Checking in day 379! Off today but have a lot of work to catch up on for my part-time job. Planning to do that and hopefully get to the store/take care of errands to set myself up for a good week. Have dinner plans later. Should be a decent day. Hope everyone has a magnificent sober Monday
Wanted to check in and share this wonderful message that I’ll be focusing on today.
The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new. - Sober Time’s message for September 18, 2023.
Monday: check
Now me-time. The weather is perfect for walking home 3-4 km, I really need it for stress reduction today. I’m not that extremely tired like I was yesterday, thanks God
Then Yoga, shower cooking, bed.
That’s it
Feeling wounded, worked further on family set-up. She asked me if I need to be near them again and what I need if I’m close by. Feel so disconnected. I’m done for the day
Hey guys, I wanted to quickly check in to let you know I’m doing well.
This past week I’ve ended my treatment with my psychologist as I’m doing so well. I will however start working with a practical help to help me become more responsible with everyday tasks, such as having a healthy diet, cleaning and hygiene.
It was difficult, but I’ve come to terms with the fact that I can’t fix those things on my own. Even if my ego (and almost everyone around me) tells me otherwise.
I am enjoying the new job a lot. I feel appreciated there. And I’m already my manager’s right hand.
It has helped me heal the trauma that my old job left on me.
Day 1. My husband is close to 60. Ive been here many times but finally feel like I’m officially done with alcohol. I’m sick of it. Tired of wasting money, killing my body etc. I just have to get through the hangxiety and nausea. Currently nibbling on a pickle to try to keep it at bay while I work. I cannot wait to feel better tomorrow and never have to feel like this again if I choose not to. Its up to me.
@danam56 I’m sorry that your back is causing you pain. It is disappointing that the back procedure did not offer more days of relief. I do hope that they are able to figure out a better pain management for you love @curtis-81 WOOT WOOT 1 month no tobacco – you must be feeling fantastic! OH my – didn’t’ realize that mountain toads could have such trippy side effects…hope Apollo is now calm and grounded. @juli1 being exhausted at the beginning of our recovery is totally normal. Your body is trying to regulate itself and this takes time. Grateful to see you on day 17 and fully committed – the tiredness will lift in time – just be gentle with yourself
Welcome back and great job on taking back control of your life! We are here with you and I know you have the tools to make this time stick! Much love on your journey – we got your back!
Its great being on day 38 but you got to remember that this is still early sobriety and many feelings are still raw and needing attention. We are right here if you need to talk out the anxiety. Wishing you a stress free day at work. Keep going strong @mia2 so good to hear from you my friend. Grateful that the MBT model is working for you and your stiff neck issues are cured (this is fantastic). Please do see a doctor if your symptoms carry on much longer – no need to torture yourself with sickness if a doctors visit can help. Also – please do not beat yourself up over not checking in here – this is meant to be a tool to help you not berate you. Of course we miss you but the important thing is that you are doing well. Thank you kindly for your sweet words – I am having a fairly good day today @deelzebub ah love I am soooo sorry to read this today. Big comforting hugs to you. I am grateful that you do have your son around to check in on you. Do make sure to try and have some liquids at least (even if you can’t eat). Its ok to selfcare in bed (try to meditate while lying cozily in your bed). Are you able to call your therapist for a phone conversation? You are not alone in this – I do hope you start to feel better soon @hisharleyquinn1318 You are killing it with 98 days! I am so impressed with how well you are doing and way to go on not giving in to the temptation. @catmama23 So good to hear from you and know that you are staying connected to your sponsor and working on your sobriety. You are doing fantastic – I know the unknown can be scary – we are right here with you.
Baby steps my friend – you are doing amazingly well with one week of freedom. Keep up the hard work and enjoy some free time to focus on self care!
no one to share the washing up lol.
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Still almost a year whoop whoop 
