That seems like a strange thing to judge someone about…. Like what 
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Thanks to all that offered some tips. I’m almost 4 days in. The only issue I’ve been having is sleep and a little bit of an upset stomach. My anxiety is actually %100 better. I think the THC was making it worse instead of better. I always had this feeling of foreboding and like there was a tightness in my chest and that’s all gone! I am so glad that I finally decided to do this. I’m already taking melatonin, I drink chamomile tea at night. That’s been helping a little. The problem I’m having is staying asleep more than 3-4 hours and trying to go back to sleep. I’ve been limiting my caffeine intake to early morning only which is hard because I work until 10 pm most days but I’m getting used to it.I’m going to pick up some magnesium today and see if it’ll help as well.
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Hey all, checking in on day 1867. I hope everybody has a good one 
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Good morning friends, day 68. Sober at the office.
Have a great day!
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Thank you @JazzyS I appreciate you 
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well done on everything.
Very relatable…
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Wanted to make sure I check in this morning, day 5.
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- Had a chat with my little sister (whose constantly trying to get/stay sober) this morning. I gently led, but felt some resistance. The lack of surrender was so palpable that it centred drinking as a real person she loved, a family member. I explained that she is ready when she stops bargaining to save her ‘friend’ drink. She needs to harbour no positive or rose tinted thoughts about her friend and see the damage only. She actually stated that last night she felt she deserved wine after a hell day at the hospital. I argued that deserving poison after an already shit day was madness. She’s not ready yet, but I do hope one day she will get there. Not my drama, I can only steer and love and support. There’s nothing better than a day spent sober. Even a shit day is better sober. If drinking makes the day better, you can rest assured that gets gnarly the day after, and the day after…ad infinitum. Remember why you started and don’t give up.
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8.5+ years
Sorry about the driving test @Mischa84 . That’s a pain, but I bet you’ll get it next time!
I’m terrified about my new work project. I just got it yesterday and it’s too heavy of a lift for the amount of time I have - 1 1/2 weeks. I don’t know how today will go. We’ll see. No way past it but through it. Have a good sober and happy 24 hours!
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@sarahbear Checking in on you – you ok? Remember to stay connected when you are feeling low and are going through a rough patch. 
@madds Happy Friday friend - how you doing today?
@solareclipse I totally get how messed up it is to be in the grocery store and smell alcohol. We have loads of tastings here and they even go into the non-grocery part of the store which really pisses me off. I am with Jules @juli1 and felt like vomiting the first time I encountered it sober. Funny how I used to gravitate towards in back in the day and now I do all I can to avoid it.
@tragicfarinelli So true that all we can do is steer but the end decision is up to them. I am grateful that my sis has now been sober for some time (she isn’t keeping count or I should say I’m not on her behalf). Still nudging my BIL but have come to terms that all I can do is give him resources and make sure he has knows he has support if he ever needs it. I do love how you mentioned “alcohol” being a “real person – a family member” This totally feels like the issue and feels like they don’t want to break up the bond. Have a wonderful sober day my friend – I know I plan to do just that 
@karensess Good luck with the project. You are right – only way past is through. Do what you can and you may even surprise yourself.
Checking in on Friday morning… Woke up early and tired but ready to hit the ground running. Got a good deal done today and now I’m just catching up here before I head out to swim. We had lovely thunderstorms last night but then the humidity went crazy again. Woke up to gummy weather. Will make the best of today – wishing everyone a wonderful addiction free day – sending you loads of love
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Good afternoon, first post in a while! I’m still active reading on here just haven’t posted for a while. I’m currently on a break away with my partner. The last time we went away in Feb was the last time I drank, it was a horrible time for me and it was my motivation to quit for good.
So, here I am on day 171, bloody hell 
It’s still not always easy but the difference in my life is unbelievable.
Best wishes to everyone however far you are on this journey
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Good morning, sober warriors!
First and foremost, I’m so grateful for this group. It has truly carried me through some of the scariest days of my life—just by giving my brain a place to escape and zone out from the chaos around me. Thank you all for the kind words, love, and prayers. They’ve meant more than I can say.
My boy is going home! The bleeding has stopped, and his body is already reabsorbing it rapidly. No surgery needed! 
He does have some mild cognitive impairment—but honestly, I think that was preexisting and probably has a genetic component to it 
. The neurosurgeon confirmed my diagnosis: he’s definitely thick-headed. Nobody listened to me before, but now it’s doctor official! And just to prove it, the very first thing he asked was, “When can I ride again?” Not a single lesson learned. 
This kid has been a full-time job to keep alive—but I guess now I understand how our parents must’ve felt. Karma really is a savage.
On the sober front: I hardly even think about alcohol anymore. No cravings—even during those boring nights home alone. I still have a case of my favorite booze sitting right in my direct line of sight, it has remained untouched. It’s wild to realize how much I was using it just to avoid discomfort. Now I’m leaning into those feelings and facing them head-on. And honestly? I’m really proud of that.
Mood-wise? Still pretty freaking low. But I think that’s more from trying to go from zero to hero with running annd strength training—and not fueling my body properly. I’ve started pulling back on the workouts a bit and shifting focus to nourishing myself too. Fingers crossed that helps.
Thanks for walking this road with me, y’all!
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Checking in! I’m slowly catching up on my daily walks! I went every day for the past 5 days, and it feels good!
Besides that I’m feeling a bit down. Yesterday my boss told me that someone I knew from my work environment passed, at the age of 41. I once had a job interview with him, nice guy and way too young to die. I don’t know yet what happened, but it seems to have been totally unexpected, and it won’t leave my mind! 
Tomorrow my mom is coming over to see me, it’s the weekly market and I said we can go and have a coffee there. I want to buy some flowers at the market (more flowers, yes! Another of my addictions!)
Not much more to report from here, other than that the sun is shining again after 2 days of rain! 
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Checking in day 23. Tried is an understatement I didn’t fall asleep until well after 3am and was up before 8am… Ugh… Think I’m going to take a nap. Trying to figure out how I’m going to afford this attorney. $2250 retainer fee… FML, but it’s for my kid, and with how the laws changed in my state, I truly feel like I need an attorney to navigate this all. Keep my kid safe. That’s my main objective.
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Im glad I could maybe help! Even if its not where you end up staying spiritually, its a great place to safely explore and seek your own truth.
Wish you the best!
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Thanks Jasmine youre the best, Im okay and still sober, getting close to 150 days. Im in less pain than I was yesterday and might try a short walk later today.
I had a relapse dream so I know I need a meeting today as well.
I appreciate all you do for this forum 
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Day 16 sober
Going well, I made my todo list for today. Feeling some pain everywhere because of gym lately haha. Gonna train legs again later today and such 
I didn’t have time to join a SMART Recovery meeting yesterday, but I shall join one today 
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Day 96
Going golfing and then tennis. So glad my body is free from the poison.
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15th day without alcohol.
Have a good sober evening everyone
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Checking in on day 4. Feeling sun-drenched and relaxed here in Greece.
Wishing everyone a great day/evening/night! Keep on fighting for the real you and what you deserve 
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