Been struggling the last few days. Just non stop cravings

Struggling Help
#1

Been struggling the last few days. Just non stop cravings even at a year sober. Anyone have any tips to help?

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#2

For me I have to keep my mind busy or finding something to keep out of my head and thoughts

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#3

Congrats on almost a year! Those cravings are relentless, but each minute you take the stand against them builds resilience. You got this

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#4

Keeping myself busy is what helps me the most. In my quiet times, reflecting on my struggles and how far I have come from where I started helps fuel the urge to continue on. I do that by journaling or going back and reading past entries. Congrats on your year! You got this :slightly_smiling_face:

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#5

Thank you guys. I think it's just because it's my days off from work so my mind has too much time to run wild. I need to find a new hobby or maybe pick Journaling back up. But thank you all.

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#6

At a year is a breaking point. I had to really lean into the program. More meetings, service, step work, prayer and meditation. Please know that this too shall pass.

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#7

Hi Wednesday. I have worked really hard to change my thinking. If I find my self thinking about drink. I say stop and purposely think about something else. I may say stop 10 times in 5 minutes but it eventually helps.

#8

Yes. Move a muscle change a thought. Thought leads to desire which leads to to obsession.