There was a time when I couldn’t face a day without alcohol to numb my pain, fear, anger, anxiety, frustration… I didn’t know what would come of this sobriety journey and thought I’d hate every moment of it, but having achieved 10 months sober, I can confidently say that it’s one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself. Those feelings still come and always will, but I don’t automatically reach for something to help me escape anymore. Some days I walk past the liquor aisle in the store, or sit at a bar without ordering a drink, and it’s habit that makes me want to give in. Maybe rebellion. Or telling myself I deserve a drink because of some justification I come up with on the spot. Regardless, I refrain and sometimes I’m not even sure why. Willpower, maybe? Perhaps new habits are forming. Better habits. Anyway, if you’re new here and considering giving up your drink or drug of choice, give it a shot. You may be surprised with what you learn throughout the process (in a good way). P.S. Here’s a pic from a long walk I took today where I live in New Hampshire. It felt good to breathe the cool air and experience peace- something that I feel more and more these days. 
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It’s good to see you thrive in sobriety, congratulations on 10 months of living a better life!
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congrats on 10 months sober. when i was clean/sober for the last time off of my DOC at 10 months I think I was going to meetings and trying to cope. sounds like you’re doing a lot better than i was at that time in my early recovery. thanks for sharing your milestone with us it’s very encouraging and reminds me that im not alone 
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Congrats on your sober days!
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