The accountability is important but you also gain the backing and support of your peers that are sharing in the same struggles and temptations as you. You get to speak comfortably about any issues you’re facing with no fear of judgment only 100% support
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That’s so inspiring 
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I hit one month yesterday and I’m fully invested into getting right and well. Once I’ve accomplished that I’m planning on going back to school for something like addiction counselor or similar. I really want to help others going through what I have and am going through. None of us deserve what we’ve put ourselves or our loved ones through but we do deserve another chance at happiness and a life free from the grips of addiction!!
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Congrats on your milestone! 
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Thank you 
One day at a time. Best of luck on your journey
Thank you Robin!
There is a lot of horsepower here ALL of which is great advice! Congratulations on a NEW way! 02/28/02
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Hi and welcome! You’re in the right place. Sobriety is a wonderful thing. I am 9 1/2 years sober. In early sobriety I was told don’t pick up a drink and go to a meeting. Fellow AA’s will help you if you let them. Alcoholism is a fatal disease and if left untreated there are three results that are possible and none are good. The great news is If you accept that you are an alcoholic and are powerless over alcohol you can start the beginning of what can be a wonderful life. Keep yourself busy and reach out to talk to people. If you’re feeling bad and feel like you need a drink talk to someone. Take your mind off it and believe it or not overtime the urges just pass very quickly. For me, when I read the “ Doctor’s opinion” in the Big Book everything changed. I understood alcoholism is a two-part disease that affects your mind and your body. Right then I learned that although there is no cure there is a way to treat alcoholism. Don’t pick up a drink, go to meetings, talk to people, read the big book, do the 12 steps,… Life will get better every day. All the answers are there.
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Welcome Jennifer! Wow that’s a lot of great information to digest! REMEMBER EASY DOES IT.
I would like to add in is cry. Cry cry get all that built up emotions that was stuffed down by using or drinking or whatever your DOC was. I know now that it’s ok for me to shed a tear now and again. It helps me release or unblock the pent up emotions I tend to hold on to.
Love your enthusiastic approach! Keep your head up.
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very wise indeed! you reminded me of a story Kevin. it’s not so obvious how it’s all related perhaps, but still i think this is a great story to share on any thread. i hope some people enjoy it! Eckhart Tolle Teachings | The Duck with a Human Mind
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Luke! Very awesome story! Thank you for the share! I’ve been trying to figure out why I hold on to the stories. Now I’m learning how to let go of them. Crying is one way. And utilizing my breathe in a focused meditation has been a huge success for a lot of stomach and gut issues I’ve been facing with all my life. It’s amazing how with a little rest, eyes closed and breath in 4 count and exhale 6 count repeat a few times and I’ve just now changes my chemistry in my body. The thoughts I have now are heavy on positivity and when negative thoughts arise I acknowledge them with “that’s not true” attitude.
I’m work I progress and I’m willing to go to any length to keep what I have today, sobriety. Thanks again Luke!
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Post about you
Support someone else
Repeat. Multiple times per day - as long as you are thinking about alcohol, think about sobriety at the same time
(My advice only counts for the first 12 days….) tomorrow is day 13)
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Thanks Paul! Way to go. This is a great approach … it’s retraining your brain. I like it.
Fight with me - we are all in this together
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