I have gone a month without drinking, and was super proud of myself. I have support from friends and family and thought I was on the right path. But one invite out to the casino turned into double drinks, shots, and smoking… things I’ve been trying so hard to quit, and woke up the next day hating myself and incredibly depressed. I feel like it was too easy to drop everything I worked so hard for. This seems to be a cycle for me constantly, and I want to quit drinking completely. How do you overcome yourself? I feel like I am my own worst enemy. I’m scared I can’t control myself sometimes. Has any one felt like this? Any tips to keep control of oneself?
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Yes! It’s that little voice in our head that lies to us and tells us we can handle it for just one night or one drink but in all reality we can’t. Try not to beat yourself up. I just read another comment that said to look at how many days you were sober vs not. Pick yourself up and keep right on going. Next time the addiction trys to persuade you immediately do something else. Have your game plan set now so you know what your going to do; run, walk, drink a soda, anything to lighten the pressure. Be strong and keep your head up. We are here for you 
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Wow, thanks everyone. I was worried I wouldn’t get any feedback, this is my first time on here. I was about to give up on myself, but knowing people are there to listen and give wisdom really makes each day worth it 
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Its a tough choice to make, quitting drinking/ using . But a awesome choice to make.thats makes you tough 
@Darcie_Rosalea and almost all slips, including me .Done that several times in the past thats the down fall of a addict .IT has to do With our brain, we rewarding our self . And action leads to one or 2 drink or whatever is not dangerous , wrong it truly is DANGEROUS i know i never can drink or use anything again if i do its like im putting a bullet in the Gun .i will end up dead. Its hard facts but true for me. I gained 150% true willingness to stay sober and got a mindset that are positive how? Aa and 12 steps . And found higher power the force are bigger than me
Yes I have realized that I can’t be anywhere were I can be tempted with even just one drink. I even realize I need to pick and choose who will be in my life for now on as hard as that can be. My health is way more important to me. Im 28 years old, the anxiety and depression I have had for the last few years has made it tough for me to focus, and often I use alcolol and other substances to make myself feel something more or make me feel like a normal person. I feel like I’ve been fighting being two people in one body, complete oposites. I just want to fight the dark side of myself and be who I once was, a happy sober person. I’m SO incredibly grateful that this app exists so I can connect with others on my journey. Ive set a goal for 1 year and hopefully more, I am very excited to have something to work hard towards 
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