This sucks. I mess up every night and I just can’t control myself. It’s so discouraging.
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I totally understand. I’m at 37 hours. You have to try and just choose 1 thing. Just one that improves in your first 24 hours and build from that. For me, I woke up yesterday feeling like I had the flu with a bad hangover. Today, no aches and pains. No red eyes and I was able to get right up and go to work. We will see how I do tonight!
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Hey at least you are trying and thats already a big deal!!! Dont be hard on yourself !!! Today its 2 hours sober tomorrow 3 hours or today three drinks tomorrow 2 count every hour drink ect …take baby steps
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An idle mind is my worst enemy, I just put one foot in front of the other and keep occupied. I just hit day three. Each day gets a little easier. My record is two weeks.
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Hey reese I totally understand how you’re feeling, I was feeling so good and motivated at the start and then I dropped the ball on day 10 and now I’m struggling to keep 1 day as well. It’s tough, just know you’re not alone in this situation. If you need to vent I’m here.
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I’m right here with you. I feel pathetic barely ever making it to 24hrs. The thing is I can’t even get drunk I literally only have like a beer a day but I just can’t stop. The best advice I could give is be gentle with yourself and don’t stop celebrating every minute sober. At least were still trying and holding ourselves accountable!
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You’re not alone my friend. I tried and failed many times. But you can do it! I’m at day 169. Pray and give it up. And surround yourself with other friends who are sober. One day at a time. I had to get help. Rehab. It sucked, but I had to.
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Do not loose your hope @Reese belive you can do this . You are Worth a better life.its a struggle but Worth it. Life is Downs and ups and thats ok . Belive in your self. Be kind to yourself