Today is day one for me. The realization finally hit me and it’s time for me to he come a better mama and wife. I’m terrified and my emotions are insane. How did everyone get through the early part of recovery?
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Firstly welcome 
glad your here 
And be proud you’ve made the first step to better yourself . This community is amazing and has been a massive support for me 
We’re all going through it , it’s a great place to be honest and chat to like minded people and share stories and our lives without judgement.
There also a few thread just for fun as-well where People share hobbies and pictures ect and give tips and advice.
My first week was horrible ,I was an emotional wreck, very uncomfortable and unsettled but it does get better. I’m on day 14 and I’m feel so well in myself compared to before I can’t even express .
This is a great first read
Also I check in with the check-in thread 1-2 times a day just share how I’m feeling, if I felt triggered ect . Have a read around and see how you feel .
I would absolutely stay away from things that may be a trigger for you.
You can do 
One day at a time x
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Welcome! Congratulations on the best decision you could make!!
In this thread you find a lot of helpful advice:
Read around a lot, stay online here or at an online meeting. You can do it!
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Welcome!!! Glad u found us! 
Yes the emotions are like a damn rollercoaster in early recovery. Its VERY common for people to experience this, so ur not alone. I too went thru that, for quite some time to be honest. But my emotions are MUCH more stable now. In early recovery, i did alot of self care. Alot of deep breathing and mindfullness exercises. Even tried meditation (which did help) altho I dont do that much anymore. Theres an app call Insight Timer. Its great for guided meditations and calming music, nature sounds etc. You may find it helpful :). I also really got into exercise. It really helped me manage my emotions better.
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Ty so much everyone means a lot to me
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So… What do you think about your first day of sobriety so far? How are you holding up?
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Welcome Nikki. You pick a great day for a day 1. It’s not my first day but I’ll take one day today with you and not drink.
Good word. I was terrified too.
I kept reading around here until I felt comfortable joining in somewhere. I was on here a lot.
Gratitude is still my strongest tool. C’mon over to the gratitude thread and start retraining your brain. It’s a powerful tool. You probably have a lot to be grateful for when you’re sober. I know I do.
When I’m drinking? I got nothing to be grateful for.
Hope to see you around.
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It’s ok, struggling so far but being strong.
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Welcome 
Have a good read around