# Reason why im here
**URL:** https://talkingsober.com/t/reason-why-im-here/205767
**Category:** Your Story
**Tags:** relationships, alcohol
**Created:** [March 18, 2026, 3:00am UTC](https://talkingsober.com/t/reason-why-im-here/205767 "2026-03-18T03:00:42Z")
**Posts on this page:** 3
**Page:** 1
### Author:  [@Sirme244](https://talkingsober.com/u/Sirme244)
#### Post date: [March 18, 2026, 3:00am UTC](https://talkingsober.com/t/reason-why-im-here/205767/1 "2026-03-18T03:00:42Z")
Hello all! I recently separated from my wife of 6 years due to my actions while drinking. Its been the hardest time of my life but i am so committed to changing.
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### Author:  [@ICanAndWill](https://talkingsober.com/u/ICanAndWill)
#### Post date: [March 18, 2026, 3:05am UTC](https://talkingsober.com/t/reason-why-im-here/205767/2 "2026-03-18T03:05:39Z")
Hello and welcome!
I’m so sorry to hear about what you’re going through. We will be here as much as you want/need us.
I’ve found a safe space here, and I trust you will too.
🫂
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### Author:  [@erntedank](https://talkingsober.com/u/erntedank)
#### Post date: [March 18, 2026, 6:45am UTC](https://talkingsober.com/t/reason-why-im-here/205767/3 "2026-03-18T06:45:42Z")
Welcome 🌻
Check out this threads, lots of experience and wisdom there.
> [@Frequently asked questions about sobriety for newcomers](https://talkingsober.com/t/frequently-asked-questions-about-sobriety-for-newcomers/32401):
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> Below is a list of common questions that newcomers to the community ask. This FAQ is a Wiki and is maintained by our long term community members. Anyone of Trust level 3 and higher can edit and contribute to this. Advice for the newcomer [Advice for the Newcomer and Constant Relapser](https://talkingsober.com/t/advice-for-the-newcomer-and-constant-relapser/11064) ([What's YOUR plan?](https://talkingsober.com/t/whats-your-plan/177233)) ([Different Aspects of Recovery](https://talkingsober.com/t/different-aspects-of-recovery/6571)) [Resources for our recovery](https://talkingsober.com/t/resources-for-our-recovery/52812) ([What was anyone’s experience in the first month of sobriety?](https://talkingsober.com/t/what-was-anyone-s-experience-in-the-first-month-of-sobriety/83444)) ([Tips for getting and staying sober](https://talkingsober.com/t/tips-for-getting-and-staying-sober/71003)) ([Good riddance to hangovers! …](https://talkingsober.com/t/good-riddance-to-hangovers-and-other-things-i-dont-miss/60887)