Day 36 and going well. Work has been the biggest pile of … all week and oh my a cold one is tempting. But nope not for me thanks.
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@JP123 Sometimes, we just gotta take the one win we got. And being sober is a win. Hope tomorrow is better.
@Hopeful32 Congratulations 
@Happy_Trails Well done 
@acromouse I think many of us on here realise that when we stop escaping via our doc, we will do it via something else. And exactly what you said, the behavior and feelings are the same, hiding, guilt, etc. I guess in the short term we try those techniques that stopped us with our doc (like distraction) and long-term we look at what it is in our life we are escaping from. Look internally and learn about our fears. Therapy, self-help, sharing on here.
@Zse Congratulations
@Tragicfarinelli They sound so fancy!
@2JTravNZ Whoo hoo!
@wahtisnormal That sounds a lot. Sending strength and peace and hope you can sleep soon.
@Naomi Congratulations
@Chosen2001 Well done 
@Butterflymoonwoman Hope it is a minor thing with your son 
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Congratulations on your 8 months of sober ODAATs Chris 
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I got so much love on my birthday yesterday from all over, it was a very special feeling. Also special being another sober birthday in the books. Sadly, I fell ill last night with a stomach bug or food poisoning and that was NOT fun. Maybe related, maybe not, but then I developed a migraine today, so I took it very easy with curtains drawn and ice packs. There are shifts in the weather right now, so that could be a factor, it often is. Most of the pretty snow has melted and we have entered muddy season rather early this year. Tough when one has a dog! She’s not a digger, thank goodness! Anyway, I’m doing okay at the moment. Lots to be grateful for. I have these beautiful flowers to enjoy, sent to me by my parents yesterday. I do love the rare bouquet of fresh flowers, especially lilies, which have been fun to watch bloom over the course of the day, what a unique color! I say the rare bouquet because I know they are not the most environmentally sustainable thing to purchase, especially this time of year. What is more sustainable is the LEGO flower set a dear friend sent me! I’m enjoying them both. Thanks again for all the birthday love, friends. 42 is looking great to me!
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Day 222. So proud to be on my sober journey with people on here.
. Off to bed. Busy day tomoro. I am now thinking if I had beer I would be devastated rather than yay. I am so determined to live a sober life now
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I didn’t know we were the same age! Love the lego flower set, I want one but um and er about buying it!
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I didn’t know that, either! 42 is a great age to be. And I was the same about the flower sets…I asked for one for Christmas a few years back and my husband got me a cheap knockoff that was pretty disappointing 
That’s what I get for not specifying. Get you some LEGO flowers, amiga!
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Happy birthday girl. I’m sorry I did not see that. Proud of you. Hope you feel better
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@acromouse I do hope that you do feel better. I totally understand what you are saying about moving obsessive behavior to other aspects of our lives and in doing so neglecting our own selves. I had to start setting alarms to drink water, do meditations, eat meals as I know when I get immersed in something I forget to do just about everything else. It has taken some time but I feel like I am in a better place in staying on top of my needs now. Love how in sobriety we learn so much about ourselves and find ways to lead a healthier and happier life.
@soberwalker I am sorry to hear about your headaches Claudia. I am glad that the migraine has vanished but it still is no fun having any type of pain. I know my doctors are finally pushing for a head MRI and a neurological exam. Would you be able to look into something like this? Hopefully they can figure out what is causing the headaches for so long. Hoping all went well with your friend today 
@zse 2 months!! Woot woot girl – way to go with your sober time
@2jtravnz just gotta say Congrats again – 500 days is some amazing work and those are some lovely scenic views. Thank you for sharing – keep going strong
@wahtisnormal sorry for all that you are dealing with. I can’t imagine the emotional stress of having to take care of a sick parent. So very proud of you for not drinking. We are here if you need to talk
@timetochange love all the 2’s!
@trixie1 Much strength to you – hope you have a wonderful time on your vacation. Know we are active here day or night if you should need some support.
@bomdhil Nicely done with 6 days Thomas! SO lovely to hear that you are feeling better and hell yeah to the being motivated!! Keep it going strong !
@noshame I am so glad you are feeling better today. I do know that some days the sadness just comes over you out of no where. Glad you were able to work through it and not dismiss it. Hope you remain light and happy today
@naomi WOOT WOOT - 2 month milestone So happy for you – have a wonderful time with your friends
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Day 24
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Evening Check in. Today is my youngest son’s 12th birthday … Happy to be celebrating it with him sober.
Thankful for all of you on this recovery journey. Learning so much from you all and really enjoy being part of this community.
Happy 24 all 
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Happy Belated 42nd Birthday Rosa. Lovely on all levels!
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Checking in sober day 31. Got a good amount accomplished today, so hopefully my brain will stop constantly running in different directions. I made what I know is a good decision in taking some things off of my plate. Not going to happen and that’s ok. Hope everyone is doing wel.
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@steve92 Sorry about the anxiety. Weird how our past addictions creep in out of nowhere. I see you wrote this 7 hrs ago – how was your day? Hope you were able to find a healthy way to breathe through those urges.
@Pamela Totally makes sense- I know my mind will string together many thoughts of why I don’t have a problem and how I can pick up and put down whenever I want (even though I couldn’t go a few days without) – I convinced myself that was by choice. You are doing remarkably well with 12 days. Hopefully feeling some of the amazing effects of being sober. Definitely not missing waking up hungover or going to bed drunk (I used to always dangle my foot over the bed thinking it helped me stop spinning. I see you reasoning it away so a part of you does not want that poison. Keep pushing forward and stacking up your amazing AF days
@chosen2001 Nicely done with your 8 months of sobriety Chris. Keep this amazing momentum going strong
@catmama23 1 month no THC is awesome work. Very impressive seeing you putting in the work girl – keep it going
@butterflymoonwoman Oh I’m sorry love – I do hope that it does not turn into a hospital visit. I am grateful that you were able to find time for some selfcare. Sending love and healing vibes your way!
@catmancam Thanks Cam – I did try one product that washes out (so only for a day) but it has a really hard applicator). I have it as a back up but trying another one this weekend so keeping my fingers crossed LOL . Hoping all goes well with your appointment and gym session tomorrow
@violagirl Fudge the temptations – love the attitude! Have you tried seltzer water or Kombucha? Might be a nice alternative to quench the thirst?
@rosacando i do hope you feel better soon. Beautiful bouquet of flowers. I just recently saw the Lego flowers (not sure what hole i live under) - very cool. Hopefully you will show us your creations once you start creating.
Checking in on Thursday evening
407 Days of being free of alcohol and weed
822 AKA 27 months of being cigarettes free
It has been a day. Didn’t sleep well last night. Did get some time with my mom and offered to take her into work as schedules got messy. Ended up running errands right afterwards and it was 2:30 before i got back home. I did manage to take an hour nap. Grateful that i managed another day without urges and did not indulge in any of my DOC’s. Another day won!
Wishing everyone a wonderful addiction free day / evening! Sending you all so much love
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Day 480
My daughter got suspended today.
She has been getting bullied since 1st grade. Same school, same kids, same principal who hasn’t taken care of it (She is in 8th grade, but repeated 4th) for 8.5 years! I have had countless talks with the teachers and the principal and it gets better for a while, then goes right back to them not doing anything about it. Finally she stood up for herself. I don’t appreciate the phrasing she used, and to some degree I am a little upset with how she handled it. BUT for 8 years she has had to spend 9 months a year surrounded by kids who bully her 5 days a week. So I haven’t given her a punishment. And I have decided to try to enroll her in online school. I should hopefully have an answer if there’s an opening in the next week or two.
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Checking in on day 965. Hope everyone is doing well today.
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Thanks @PinkyP 
I’ve always been kinda go with the flow, but it’s gotten immensely easier now. Compared to all the bullshit I’ve been thru, and caused, today feels like a walk in the park. Nothing will ever be that bad again.
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I was so tired this morning. I actually went to bed before midnight and slept 8 hours, then fell asleep on the couch for 3 more before having to leave for thr tasting. It was yummy. We were like vultures They made one of everything on the menu except a few that weren’t ready (including crab manicotti 
), so there was a great variety. Then I was so tired when I got home I layed down for another 1/2 hour! I was fine once I got to actual work tho. It was slow, and that’s how I like easing back into it. Our last table at 7:30 canceled, at 7:30, so we got to leave right after we closed. Whoo! I’m beat tho. My body has to get used to standing for hours on end again. Work tomorrow morning and then off again. We don’t go to full time til after Easter, which is on my brother’s birthday/5 year sobriety date this year. Cool I’m back on track with him 
Oh it’s midnight! Happy Friday!
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62 days in the bank
Another good day at work. Ran the dog before work, and got a workout in at the end of shift.
I’d run before work when I was drinking but fuck it was a miserable time, the running after drinking drastically reduced in the past 2-3yrs too as i got older and also consumed more.
I also used to cycle to work sometimes, reasoning that the ride would blow the cobwebs off my hangover and the endorphins would help me through. Then I’d load up on beers on the way home and do it all again.
Today on the way home I listened to a sober podcast I saw recommended on a thread here and tomorrow I’ll wake up feeling great and enjoy my day before heading off to nightshift.
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I’ve achieved some nice little goals in January. In the past I would have been broke due to not only Xmas festivities but because I was drinking heavily for the entire time. I put the money I saved to good use and saved hard the whole way through January. This morning I’ve booked a trip for the family and I’m really feeling a tangible link between not drinking and that being the reason I can bring my family on a trip.
Xmas was great, I’m training well for some events I have coming up and my MH is in a good place. I’m 91 days sober and I’ve made the very most of it.
It might be one for you to consider create something tangible, something you can touch and feel that is a result of your abstention.
Here’s to another 24
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Day 32:
Just checking in after another routine, but good day. I’m enjoying the self care I’ve been doing. Boot camp at 5am six days a week, doing my best to get through each work day, eating healthy, riding my Peloton six days a week and I’ve started doing these stretching sessions after my rides which is extremely calming and a good way to end my days. I think a lot, who I am, how I got to this stage of life and where I want to go. Far from getting all the answers, but figuring out who I am is the first step.
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1700
Getting ready to go to therapy. I can do with a good therapeutical talk. My place’s a mess, will have to do something about that later today as I’m working the weekend. Taking Luna to the vet later in the afternoon for another shot and a nail trim. Cook something healthy. Be in bed by about ten. That will be my day. No idea how in the past drinking and smoking myself into a stupor fitted in there. Never again. Have as good a day as you all can friends. Sober and clean. Love.
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