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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Oh that sounds like a good read ..you can share your reads with us on the Any Avid Readers Here? What are you currently reading? Thread
We have a few threads on quit lit…
Just a few that came up quickly.
I personally have only read Quit Like A Woman and absolutely love this book!
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Thank you for directing me!! And that is hands down my favorite sober lit book!
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Coffee & journaling
Worked
Listened to a speaker tape while cooking dinner
Had dinner with my family
Checked in
Practicing gratitude
Going to bed early
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Today, for my recovery, I am going to:
- Take care of my environment (tidy up)
- Attend my Drs appt regarding my meds
- Get a walk in outside
- Pray
- Be kind to others
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Gig hugs 
Glad you talked it out and have a plan. Making amazing strides for a better and healthier future for yourself 
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Today I will:
- remind myself there is never never never just one.
- Ask myself what I really want when I feel an urge
- Take periodic quick check ins with myself to see how I’m actually feeling (beyond my work facade)
- Pick up fidgets even without urges for my generalized anxiety
- Journal for an am and pm check in
- Read this site frequently (thank god for you all!)
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Today, for my recovery, I will
~ Treat my body well by nourishing it with healthy foods in the right amounts
~ Pray
~ Do my gratitude list
~ Clean my environment which helps me mentally
~ Get a walk in outside with my son
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Oof today been rough. I find in the mist of a craving and the nagging voice of just one, you deserve it. To go back and re read journal entries of how I coped with previous cravings/to remind myself/ to see my progress and review again my reasons for sobriety. Journaling is so therapuetic. @Maisie your right it is never just one. Thanks for reminder! 
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Hey Kayla.
Have you seen any HALT posts yet?
It’s a pretty good tool to really find out what’s going on inside ourselves.
Keep up the great work.
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Maybe today is a good day to put yourself to bed as early as possible. I swear, sometimes all I can do is wait out the clock until I can just sleep and hope tomorrow is better. Onward, even if it doesn’t feel remotely like “strength.” 
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Hey Nova! Do u know whats causing the anxiety and feelings of overwhelme?
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I have!! And utilize it daily! It come in handy a few times.
@Maisie thank you! I agree! Unfortuneatly due to little ones- i have been sleep deprived for years 
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smart to revisit your tools. I like to also play the tape forward as it helps me see that I would not benefit from giving in. I would be a drunken mess or a high useless blob. No way would I feel good and I would most definitely want to keep doing it …not worth all the effort and to loose your sobriety over.
I am sorry to hear about your negative anxiety. Hope you are able to find a way to calm your mind and body. Would yoga or meditation help? We have wonderful threads for both here.
Meditation for Serenity 2021-2025! (tips, tricks & discussion/ 4 years running woot!)
Sending you some calming vibes friend. Sometimes I need to get lost in watching mindless tv, playing games on my phone and working puzzles – anything to not get stuck thinking of the urges. This too shall pass 
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Restating to my youngest son what has worked for me, & millions of others, & hopefully he will stop his alone on an island shit and get a program going.
Remembering I have no control of anything but myself.
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- didn’t give in and buy booze
- Dinner with my family
- Zoom Meeting
- Checked in
- Heading to bed early hoping for a better nights rest
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This is true but hard to accept when you are the parent. Sending you strength my friend. I do hope that your son finds his path to sobriety 
he does have a great role model and good support 
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Kind words from a lovely lady. I appreciate you, Jasmine.
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