Almost gave in to the drink today. Not sure why the desire was so strong. I told myself it would help me relax and maybe stop the back pain. I know if I drink enough that goes away but I feel like crap the next day. So it is the end of my day and I made it…one more day, one day at a time.
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What sobriety tools are you using? Do you work a program?
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So glad you hung in there! It’s not the easiest thing to do I know, but it’s great feeling when you beat the beast!
Continue to stay your course!
Blessed Be!
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I am using the facts presented in the book The Naked Mind and this app as my support mechanism. I have tried AA and out patient rehab in the past but did not stay sober. I think by understanding better what it does to my mind and body that I will have a better chance to be successful. I also have a financial incentive. I was spending a lot of money on good scotch (my go to) and already spent over $3000 this year. There are a lot of things I could do with that $3000 if I still had it. I have been drinking most of my life and am approaching retirement age now and just want to feel better about myself. I am the type of guy who can usually execute almost anything if I put my mind to it. I still think about how much I enjoy a good scotch and cigar and miss it though.
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One coping mechanism that I find extremely powerful when I feel like a drink, is to get straight out and run or walk or bike for 20 minutes. When I get home the urge is usually gone and my mind is calmer. Would highly reccoment trying it.
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Since your using this forum as a support mechanism, I suggest joining in on the daily check in thread. It’s a great way to get to know others while everyone gets to know you and having accountability helps too.
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Hey 
… keep coming back here when you have cravings and show us how you get through them…you could help so many others by showing your strength 
…p.s,i wouldn’t call it a ‘desire’…a desire to stay clean is much more powerful than a craving to drink alcohol.
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How do I join? I clicked the link and wrote something. Is that how you join?
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I do love walking the dog and try to get out at least 3x per day. Back issues limit my mobility but working on a medical solution. Need disc repair.
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Yes, click on the link and you’ll see how others check in and then you do the same. I’ve gotten to know some awesome people from all over the world that I now consider friends just by reading and sharing our journeys on that thread.
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