I keep have dreams of drinking and relapsing. All those thoughts of shame come back strong when i wake up. Any advice?
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The same thing is happening to me lol. It feels so real! I wake up freaking out thinking I'm going to fail a drug test lol. Then I have to remember I must be doing something right if the drug demons are attacking me in my sleep. They know they're losing you. Once I realize I was just dreaming again I thank God for how far I come and I just laugh. That's what helps me. It's nothing to feel ashamed of it's something to be proud of how far you have come! Don't let the devil get to you! I love you! # wedorecover # Godlovesyou! I'm 9 months sober today!!
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You know the one thing I did differently this time was I gave it all to God and those dreams are the worst thing I go through. I've been on and off drugs for 15 yrs and this is the longest I've been sober and actually feel free and happy! That's my opinion you don't have to listen to me even though I hope you do! Everyone deserves to know real unconditional love! You don't have to be perfect he will meet you where you're at! I love you! Have a blessed day!!
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It's very common for us to have drinking and using dreams. It has happened to me, but the further away from a drink I get, the less frequently they happen. Thank God that you didn't drink, and that you are still sober. Are you in AA, have a sponsor, working the steps?
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I have a peer coach. Doing therapy and some group work
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The path to freedom from my alcoholism was and is working the 12 steps, in order, with my sponsor. AA saved my life. The obsession and thoughts of drinking have been removed. I was at my nephew's birthday party last weekend, and my family drinks (a lot). 2 years ago I was there, counting people's drinks and I could tell you exactly what everyone was drinking. This year, I couldn't even tell you who was drinking alcohol, and who wasn't. This stuff works if you work it, but I had to be the one who walked through those doors. I had to enter those rooms and not compare, rather relate and identify with my fellow alcoholics. I had to ask a man who had what I wanted (freedom from King Alcohol and peace and serenity) and ask him to be my sponsor. I had to be completely honest with everyone about everything, and I had to take the next right action put in my path by God. I had to work the steps, and in doing so I began to seek God. No human power could have relieved my disease, but God could and would if He were sought. Through that, I have an enviable life. AA saved my life and I do my best to continue to carry the message that we found a solution to alcoholism, and how to handle life without picking up a drink. Best of luck to you, I am praying for you. 
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I have those dreams from time to time. Always wake up so angry and disappointed in myself. Then relieved that it was only a bad dream. It affirms my thoughts of never wanting to go back. I love what was said about it being evil losing you and trying to get to you. Stay strong, be proud of each and every moment. 
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Drinking dreams are actually super common, so you’re definitely not alone. They can feel more unsettling when you wake up and remember what you just dreamed about, but as quick as those thoughts come, remind yourself this isn’t where you are anymore. The problem starts when you entertain those thoughts. When that happens, hop on here and leave a post so others can support you. Add some friends here to, it helps! You got this!