I’m on day 2. I really want to tell my mom about this app and my plans for future sobriety. But I’ve kinda bombed at this before so I’m trying not to say anything to her Incase I fail immediately…Lol . I’m thinking of not saying anything till day 7 . But I also want her support. Thoughts anyone???
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Tell her anyways! My mother has seen me go through everything and doesn’t judge. I told her the other day and i said i know I’ve said this and failed but this time i really want to eat I told her about this app and everything the benefits I’ve seen and felt. She was really supportive and I’m glad I did. So yes do it!
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I think that you should tell her, she will see that you are being proactive about your addiction… that’s what I would think if it was my daughter 
. And well done so far, I know how difficult it can be. 
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In your heart you know what you need, follow you instinct. Don’t think about failing rather just take things day by day and you will get where you want to be
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I told everyone close to me (including old drinking buddies) that I’m an alcoholic and I’m in recovery. I had to be completely honest with those I care about and set boundaries with those I’m distancing myself from…no have half-assing and expecting to fail. No keeping my sobriety a secret because that’s leaving the door open to use again. I am not responsible for anyone’s reaction to my honesty about getting sober. I’m responsible for my sobriety and doing what ever it takes even if it’s difficult and uncomfortable.
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It difficult, I told my husband about this app at the beggining and he actually walked out of the house when I was telling him. It was the morning after I got drunk (for the last time I might add) and so he was very disappointed with me. I didn’t mention it again until briefly in passing just after Christmas to gauge his reaction. He was more engaged that time, I guess because I have gone through two Christmas parties and a number of trips to the pub or family parties where I stayed sober so he was encouraged that I was actually doing something this time. Maybe just say it in passing that you are giving the app a go and then after a couple of days/week you can give her more details?
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I still haven’t told anyone…beyond “I’m not drinking”. I just haven’t gotten into the nitty gritties of why and for how long etc.
I thought I would share my 30 days with hubby and friends but since that is now tomorrow I’m not really sure I’m ready for it.
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Thanks everyone for the good thoughts. It’s nice to hear different reasons and ideas . 
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I told my parents right away
Sent out a mass text to old using\ drinking buddies, they weren’t happy. But my close friends stayed for support.
My parents weren’t surprised. Since I’ve tried getting sober before, just said OK.
I think they are waiting for me to fuck it up, or actually change my life and myself.
It’s been over a month for me, they are asking me more about meetings and how I’m doing. Although they are being sceptical, I still feel the support because we aren’t arguing. My suggestion is to tell her what you are doing, don’t apologize, don’t make promises, just let her see a new you with new actions
Stay sober 
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My drinking has hurt my fiancé, day one not drinking found this app, and now asked him to talk, I know he’s upset with me and hope he will listen and understand.
I have hide half my drinking from him so now I am ready to tell him. Will see how this goes.
I just hate what drinking done.