Almost a month sober! I started this journey a year ago, and it’s been a learning curve of realizing I really can’t control my drinking and just “have a couple”. So my goal is to stay sober. Forever. I’ve restarted so many times, but my last streak was a month and some change. Making it past that would make me extremely proud. I honestly don’t have the desire unless I’m out (I’ve basically become a recluse). It’s weird realizing how much of your personality, life, relationships (both platonic and romantic) were centered around drinking. I feel like I need to find out who I am again and what I like. It’s an odd thing to navigate but I’m determined!
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Get plugged into something. A program. Here is a good start. Hope you keep on that sober path. Only keeps getting better. Congratulations on those hard earned days.
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Thank you! I have been thinking about trying a meeting
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Well, zoom is a good start. Can just sit and listen without appearing.
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I don’t plan on staying sober forever. I plan on staying sober today. Ask me again tomorrow, my answer will probably be the same.
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Good for u! It’s a
huge step in the right direction to realize moderation doesn’t work for u. When I finally admitted and then accepted that fact, it has made staying sober easier.
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So much easier! When I get that thought in my head I tell myself I know I’m lying and it won’t happen. Helps me to refrain
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You got this!!! I just hit my 30 days - my longest streak ever.
I can totally relate to your post. We got this! One day at a time.
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Amazing 
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Thank you sm!
Ah that’s amazing! Congrats to you
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Sometimes being a recluse is what you need. I socialize very little outside of my sober meetings. I’m working on it, but after 30 years of life revolving around partying it takes time. Be kind to yourself, it’s ok to be alone and learn who you are. It’s lonely I know, but it has helped get me and keep me sober. There is no more going out with friends, those days are over.
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Your doing a great. Don’t beat your self if you have to restart none of us are perfect or one better than the other. For some it takes practice. Practice makes you better not perfect no such thing as perfect only God is that
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What part of PA are you in?
NEPA! live near Scranton Pa
I feel the same way. Almost 1 month sober and I started my journey almost 2 years ago. My longest streak lasted a little over 2 months. I too, have realized I cannot have just a few..it only ends up going downhill from there. I’m really hoping this time sticks..it’s definitely not easy but it’s what I have to do. You can do it. If you’re looking for a long distance sober buddy feel free to message me. I just joined and I’m hoping to meet a few friends. Take care❤️
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Congratulations!
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Awesome picture