Thanks JazzyS. It’s incredible how our mind works. Even knowing how awful a hangover could be, we’re still going.
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So true my friend - I am grateful for this community and the threads as being active here reminds me why i never want to go back to the addict lifestyle.
Wishing you the best on your journey! The addiction is never worth it.
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@JazzyS thank you so much 
i really appreciate your supportive words. thanks for your question about in-person security - i don’t currently have a therapist but i have access to local meetings, and my family & friends are always supportive of me being sober.
one of my bigger concerns is that i am in a band, a duo, and my bandmate drinks daily. we’ve been drinking together for nearly a year, and we also rehearse almost every day. today i told him my commitment, and he is fine with it of course but he stated that he will continue to drink during our evening rehearsals. i am not willing to give up my band, so i think this boundary will be challenging but not impossible, just something to get used to. 
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This is awesome. I am grateful that your band mate is good with you going sober. I know it can be tempting when the drinking is right in front of you but it can be done. Make sure to have plenty of drinks on hand that you can enjoy (i find having something cold in hand - a can or in the right glass if that is what your brain needs - helps with eliminating the FOMO). I now really rarely have the thought of missing out or wanting one.
The meetings and this site will also be super helpful in keeping you on track. I know you are determined to go make a solid go of this - we have your back love - you can overcome this demon and you are not alone.
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@JazzyS you are amazing thank you so much! not only do i believe in myself but i KNOW i can do this….and i really want to!
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end of day 1! i am lying in bed, smiling knowing i won’t be waking up hungover tomorrow hallelujah!! i am extremely sure of this decision to abstain. ODAAT 
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@JuliaLuna Fabulous, well done 
I send courage and blessings your way, you are strong and you will succeed!
<3 from Australia
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Welcome back!! Log on here and read good things when you’re alone and feel like a drink. This is one big panel of why “there’s nothing so bad that a drink can’t make it worse” and that “life sucks better when you’re sober”. 
Sounds like you really WANT it this time - that’s more important than needing it. May you and your son be blessed with decades of health and happiness together.
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thank you so much 
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