A-523 C-467 THC-249 N-185
Grateful to be sober on vacation! I’d be missing so much if I were drinking, especially the way I liked to drink. Forming solid, lasting memories. I couldn’t be happier about the choice to be sober.
@RR160416 Thanks Stef! I have so much sunscreen on hand to deal with the sun 
@DanielaJ Thanks Daniela! I’ll give her a big aloha from you 
Girl ! You are not too much of anything ! You’re a bloody inspiration and an absolute treasure of a human 
Well proud of you setting those boundaries up and sticking to them, you’ve worked incredibly hard and deserve the right fit for your sponsor….you just keep on being you my friend 
Checking in on day 5
It’s been a super busy day at work , I’ve come home done some chores and spoken to my family
I know it’s one day at a time but my partner is going away next week for a guys long weekend and I’m a little anxious about being left at home alone in my weeks off So I will be taking self over to my mums for the weekend and staying there to keep myself out of temptations way 
It will be nice to spend a longer period of time with my family anyway
Tonight I’m making some food and then having an early night, feeling quite tired today .
Love to you all my sober fam
All for one and one for all
Day 1692 AF
Checking in 
Good afternoon, gang.
I went to apply for this night gig this morning, but it got rescheduled til Monday.
Gonna take my eldest to watch a movie in a couple of hrs and then work 6 to 9.
I’m still sober, but I’m struggling with MO. 
I hope everyone’s doing well.
Take care. ODAAT
Awe thank you SO much friend!! I appreciate you! And great job planning for when ur partner is away. Smart move!!
Day 105 check in.
Bit of a “meh” week post eye operation as I can’t see properly yet. Not allowed gym or weight training until after my first check tomorrow. No swimming for a month regardless. Old me would have probably done all this stuff anyway and made things heal slower. Sober me has been enjoying light gardening, small walks, audiobooks, talking to friends on the phone and basically anything else I can think of that doesn’t involve using my eyes much 
. I can write a bit here now and read some stuff though so it’s progress. Sober progress.
My wife had a glass of wine with dinner tonight. I don’t mind at all. She buys miniatures and only drinks one. I saw her drinking it tonight and wondered how it would taste. For the first time ever my instant reaction was “yuk”. YUK! That felt good… to actively prefer not to have an alcoholic drink. Lots of you told me that sobriety DOES get easier, I just never stuck to it long enough to benefit until now.
Thank you all. I view this community as a kind of collective sponsorship arrangement 
Hey good for you, Luke! You’re right about the honeymoon stage so make sure you have a plan in place for when it wears off, but it’s awesome that you feel so good about your decision! 
Looking good!!
Day 107
I can’t function anymore.. between my fatigue and worsening ocd symptoms I just want it all to stop. My mind is utter chaos & I can’t slow it down. Panic sets in when anything is out of order within my environment. It feels like everything’s out of control when I can’t keep things neat and clean. I’m trying to take a nap but it’s hot without the ac on. It’s too cold with the ac on and I can’t bring myself to pull my blanket off the couch bc that’s where it belongs so I’m either too hot or too cold to sleep which means I’m just gonna have to sit here feeling exhausted and anxious..I think I might need more treatment for severe anxiety bc my quality of life is really poor right now. 
Hey @Jules000 that sounds so tough. I suffer from chronic anxiety to the point I was medicated for it about a year ago, so I recognise some of what you are going through. I don’t have OCD but I do have ADHD and the chaos you describe in your head is something I really relate to. I’m sorry you are in that place but I am right there with you in spirit.
I don’t know what I can say to help and if I could I would take all of that chaos and disonance away from you because I know how hard it is to live with. In the absence of that I’m sending you all the gratitude I have because the strength of character you have shown to get to over 100 days is inspiring.
Thank u sm I appreciate the support! 
Checking in on day 1045. I had a good day off work. A sleep in and lazy start to the day then a couple of gym classes, which got the feel good endorphins flowing. I can feel myself getting stronger and fitter which is such a good feeling after missing the gym for years due to long covid ME. Grateful to my body, recovery and sobriety today 
@Butterflymoonwoman you help so many people on here. Don’t let the experience with that sponsor get to you. You are amazing 
@JasonFisher safe sailing out there 
@Alexh666 enjoy your holiday 
Good morning community! Checking in Day number 4. I forgot to journal last night, but that’s alright. I’m finally back on my normal sleep schedule I think. Going to get out today and help a friend move some stuff and continue searching for a job. 
Have a great day
And a great sober day to you, Shad!
Strange, but I’m 35 days sober from alcohol and when I was drinking everyday id wake up hungover feeling sick and always say it was a cold flu etc but it was just my body and the nasty drink I was filling it with. I woke up this morning sick and in a weird way im thankful I don’t have to try and tell the difference between oh am I or is it a hangover because I’m an alcoholic. Instead of fueling my body more of alcohol to get “rid” of it i took a DayQuil and water and I am just thankful for my sobriety
You still got a ways to go be4 phantom hangovers dont start up randomly
Keep sober and youll feel better
Hurt my heart to read this, and I just wanted to echo the sentiment of others here. This is a her problem, and a perception issue and sponsoring is not about pressure. That kind of behaviour within this group sours it for many. Those who are there to guide us, sometimes we just have to learn they are not meant for the mentor or guidance role in our life…
I think especially when you have so much on your plate, which others do not necessarily have it is important to see what you have to give and what you do give. You take care of your son, which requires more of you then most can fathom. You are an incredible service member in this online forum, and I know myself personally I always appreciate reading your updates and thoughtful feedback you give to others.
YOU my friend are not damaged goods. But rejection from others, it brings back that voice that says we aren’t good enough. This person isn’t meant to be at your table, and it’s an act of self-love to be grateful for the rejection of those who do not understand or appreciate us as we allow ourselves to move on so we can find our people.
I also just want to add that you held your boundary, by saying where you are and what you can do at this time. Be proud of yourself for keeping that boundary.
Xo.
Checking in day 322. Feels like it should be Friday. Therapy is bringing up so much stuff, it’s like having a second job. Already positive effects, though, irl, even after the steps. I like running through the steps with the things that come up, and it’s reassuring that both practices are in sync. Maybe I can flak off a bit as it’s supposed to rain this weekend, plus there’s a void moon in Aquarius. Think I’ll turn off all media, rest and reflect. Weights, sauna, walk, read. I have Sunday morning meeting commitment, a nice way to break my social fast with like-minded people. Sober FIFA ‘26!
Checking in 403 days sober. Let’s stay one more day addiction free folks!
