Name 3 things you like about being sober/clean

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  1. Health, mental and physical
  2. Wealth, social and physical. I have fewer social interactions but they are of a higher caliber. And no one is mad about extra money in the bank.
  3. Joy. I missed joy while I drank. I’m so glad I can experience it again.
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Awww I love #3

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I haven’t felt soul crushing, hopelessness since the day I quit :pray:

I no longer put my life or anyone else’s in danger. Bonus: I don’t get anxious every time I see a cop out driving(or anywhere really).

Nothing controls my every move 24/7
Freedom :raised_hands:

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I like waking up without feeling rough and shaking with anxiety

Being able to watch a movie and remember it the next day

Life just seems brighter

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Yes! The freedom!!

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Health.
Finding the true me and liking myself again.
Freedom from addiction.

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Mental clarity, improved energy, more motivation.

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My concentration and energy level is SO much better.
Having the compactly to heal mentally, spirituality and physically.
Feeling alive and excited about work and life again. I’m feeling joy in it all again!

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  • I love being present for my son and husband
  • I love being able to now focus on my health thru nutrition and exercise
  • I love being of help to others now
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I agree with everything you stated. Except exchange “husband” with grandchildren. Yesterday I ate a “chicken wrap” instead of a burger and salad instead of French fries. I drank tea w/o sugar instead of soda.

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@Cynthia1

Being the mom I should have been all along. From the moment my daughter wakes up till she falls asleep it’s all about her. I have been a horrible mom due to my addiction. All I can do now is stay sober.

Being able to perhaps finally make friends. That was just impossible with me being such a secret drinker. Literally drinking with the curtains closed in complete isolation. I hope when I move to Spain in a few months I can start fresh and who knows make friends.

My face got so bloated by the alcohol and in just weeks it’s all gone. I look in the mirror and I see me again. But, even more important, I am getting to know the real me and I like that person so much better than the drunk/depressed/angry/lost person I used to be.

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Awww :heart::heart::heart: im happy for you. I wasn’t a great mother. my 30 year old daughter passed away 3 years ago. I was able to make my amends with her a few months before she died. I wish I would have have gotten sober when my children were young. I’m able to be present for my 27 year old son and grateful.

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@Cynthia1 Oh Cynthia, my heart just broke when I read your daughter passed away. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I can’t even imagine how to continue living if my child would pass away. It’s a mother’s worst fear, to lose a child. Be proud you are sober now and there for your son. Thank you for your reply, appreciate it

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  1. That I don’t wake up with a hangover
  2. No anxiety that comes with alcohol
    blackouts
  3. No blackouts
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I am living life everyday
I am happy and smile more
I can associate with others and not try to hide my drinking problem

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Urges have disappeared and prospects of drinking are miniscule when long term 40+ years sobriety has been achieved. I haven’t thought of drinking in over 30 years. Just as AA’s Big Book says, the problem has been removed.

It’s all about trying to live right today and helping others if asked.

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I see I replied already . I have more to add

  • clear headed and can schedule a day with confidence I meet my goals
  • energy and motivation TODO
  • husband boasts to his friends and family how well I am doing
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Of course!!! There’s always more!!! :smiling_face:

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