Today I am taking care of my responsibilities. I didnt want to go into work today, yet also didnt want to lie to get out of it, so here I am. Being honest and at work lol I am also trying to be of service today. Helping others when and where I can
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A minor change but I’ve started measuring my blood pressure twice a day. Turns out I’m subtly on the higher end so I’m grateful for getting my shit together and starting the journey now 
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Checking in- sundays are hard especially in the evening. It the was the day I would normally drink. Sundays are my get everything done day- but today I decided to just tackle smaller tasks. I cleaned the bathroom and put away laundary. I am not sweating about the other stuff because I know that wicked voice will come in and say you deserve it. Craving is there- so taking a break and now cross stitching. It helping 
It will pass just have to ride it out. Hope everyone enjoying their Sunday! ODAAT 
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Wow thats great self awareness! To not worry about doing the other tasks bcuz u know if u complete them, ur mind will start telling u that u deserve a drink. Tackling smaller tasks was a wise decision u made. I hope the craving passes soon so u can enjoy the rest of ur Sunday! 
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Aw thank you! Yes I am glad I caught it early. Cravings are getting easier. Don’t last as long. I just ordered take out and having an early dinner- just in case it lingers. Everytime I eat it always goes away lol
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Mondays are hard like sunday. Those were the days I would drink. But I am being proactive. Getting ahead of it. AA zoom meeting when I get off work, a work out planned, and dinner at my parents. And checking in here alittle more frequently today. As always thank you fellow sober warriors for the support and kidness. Appreciate all of you! @Cjp (stealing your phrase! I love that you say we are warriors cause some days it feels like that)
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Today I bought a bunch of yarn, all random second-hand multicoloured skeins. I’m going to warp a round loom and give everything to my sister to take her mind off her chemo once it starts. I think she’ll enjoy it, but really I think I’m doing it for myself, to feel like I’m supporting her in my sobriety.
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Today I am trying to be especially kind to others. I feel like this has to do with recovery bcuz Im trying my best to live a different way, to treat people (especially strangers) better, to not be as judgemental or critical, to purposefully go out of my way to be kinder… doing this with intent.
- I mailed off a birthday card today to someone we dont really know
- I held the elevator door open so that someone could get on
- Im doing my best to be of service to those that need it
- I was kinder to my husband when he called while I was super busy (normally im a grump when he interupts me while Im doing stuff)
- I gave another medical family a new gtube connector (we have tons) for their child as their respite worker threw theirs out and they had none left to feed their child
- I was patient while walking behind a group of individuals on the sidewalk. Normally i get impatient cuz they are moving too slow. But today i chose to be kind and not be rude
They are pretty small things but they are things that I normslly wouldnt do. So im trying to get out of self and be there for others 
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• meditation
• morning coffee and journaling
• worked out ( 20 min with weights & 30 min on treadmill
• little bit of garden work
• eat healthy and stay hydrated to nourish my body
• a bit of extra self care
• housework
• checked in and read around a bit
• dinner with my fam
• listen to a speaker tape while I work on a puzzle tonight
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I take the time to care about YOU! 
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And you’re absolutely right. Don’t forget to smile at three strangers every day—you’ll always get some nice surprises in return. 
Good sober evening!
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Hi Kayla and @Butterflymoonwoman
I hope you don’t feel like eating 10 times a day, otherwise try something else, like taking a deep breath and then exhaling slowly several times: simple, effective, free, and… no guilt for eating a little too much 
Thanks for sharing!
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I think it taken out of context 
I was referencing to the halt method. That when I have a craving sometimes it because I need food and hadnt eaten for the day. I work long shifts in medical field and sometimes I forget to eat. So I realized sometimes when cravings hit it because my body telling me Im hungry 
But I can see how I worded that oddly and didnt make sense lol But I appreciate the help!
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Haha! I understand. When you’re absorbed in work or focused for hours on end, a break is clearly necessary. Thanks for the explanation.
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Lol all good although my in laws call me a foodie! I do enjoy food cooking my passion
Taking recovery as literal as I can by not doing anything heavy today. I do have to pick up some packages but that’s all for today. The rest will be spent crocheting, listening to music getting pizza, and rest.
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I’ve just paid my first month of therapy with Better Help as the NHS therapy didn’t help 
2 weeks sober though so hoping that the therapist i get allocated has experience dealing with substance abuse. Feeling positive though and I’ve already noticed my moods getting better its not until you’re sober that you realise how the substance you used to make life more bearable was actually making life worse!
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Visiting my old stomping grounds on my way home, and droppingan intern off at school here, so we’re going to the open speaker meeting at Christ Church NYC this evening. The famous Atlantic Group. Still exhausted, but we walked around Central Park and got food that I would never eat anywhere else. Interns want to go to Bloomingdales now. Lots of walking, completely sober companions, and an activity to keep sobriety and the presence of God and service all top of mind.
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Today, for my recovery I am:
- Getting outside for some sun bcuz it helps me mentally
- Getting a walk in for some exercise
- Pushing myself to stay connected on here
- Taking care of my needs
- Not overeating or giving into my BED
- Being kind to others
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Drinking lots and lots of coffee. Treated myself- got my nails done. Taking long way home to unwind. And reading sober lit. Currently catherine gray- the unexpected joy of being sober. (Any sober lit recommendations let me know)
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