Day One

Day one again. Let me know what you all do to fight the “boredom” part!

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Read the big book, text/call someone in the program or therapist (usually my sponsor). I also have games on my phone to occupy me that have daily tasks & achievements (Gems of War) and a community there too.

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I second everything Jacob said above, and also getting outside for a walk, run, bike ride. Finding groups of sober people whether it’s AA or a Meetup of some sort. Reading books, bake/cook, take a bath. Meditation apps, yoga. Just to name a few.

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What do you like to do? You have an opportunity to discover and reconnect with your interests. I've found a love for being in nature, reconnecting with sci-fi/anime, and growing my cooking skills. There's so much out there!

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Think deep thoughts, gym, church, movies and TV, gardening, playing music, reading books, meditation, prayer.

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Day one is better than day 0. Usually around day 4 or 5 I have felt better, which is when I remember that when I get to say 21 or so I'll feel great. Diet and exercise help the healing process. Sleep gets better around day 4 or 5 too, especially if exercise is involved, however small at first.

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Meetings, Gym, Football Sat/Sunday

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@m404723 .... ALL of the above

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Still trying to figure that one out buddy but keep at it

Learned origami!

Yes, yes, yes!! And if you don’t know what you like, yet, try something new.

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These are the questions we want answers to. Essentially it's FAFO in a healthy way by connecting our values to pursuits of interest to fill the time void when we were using.

Additionally, I thought I would not be able to enjoy watching soccer not drinking - I enjoy it so much more now.

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