Feel so empty

Recovery
#1

Im working on hitting my 5 month mark, which is an amazing deal- however I just feel so empty. Not because of not having alcohol in my life, but having to feel all of the crud and emotions I didnt have to feel when I was drinking. I know itll get better but today I am struggling.

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#2

I'm right there with you, you're not alone in feeling this way. You are doing great and an inspiration for me to keep going just like you.

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#3

Thank you, i appreciate the support! Its difficult thats for sure, but i know not drinking has made my life extremely better.

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#4

Ya thanks for sharing! Smart move. Whenever I feel empty or stormy inside, I tell on myself to another recovering addict. Supposed “normal” people don’t seem to understand me.
14+ years of happy sobriety, I can tell you with confidence, this too shall pass🙏

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#5

Thank you! I know it will pass, but today it feels like an open galaxy. Tomorrow is a new day!

#6

Hang in there

#7

Thanks, i am. Some days are better than others that's for sure

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#8

Thats life, right? Some days suck and some days don't.

Congrats on 5 months!!

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#9

So very true! Thanks :slight_smile: slowly getting there. Would be looking at close to two years but stuff happens right lol. Pretty confident this go round tho, better prepared.

#10

It's important for most people to make an in person support system. I have a group within the group of AA that I run with and they are the best part of the fellowship to me.

#11

Thats great to hear. AA is not my thing, but i was pretty big in SMART. Now i utilize r/stopdrinking on reddit a ton, my family/friends, counseling, journaling, and Naltrexone to help keep me on track.

#12

Therapy has helped me a ton. Also seeing a psychiatrist for meds.. since your just dealing with mental issues and not wanting to drink.

#13

Oh i have a counselor lol ive been seeing her for years. If i didnt have her I'd definitely feel more lost.

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#14

Meds may help more then? Regular Doc can give them too

#15

Got the med part covered too!! I appreciate the direction tho :slight_smile:

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#16

Great! That’s good… I just found new hobbies out side of that to occupy my mind. I journal outside of that and kickbox to let out my emotions

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#17

Ill have to see what i can find. I enjoy diamond painting but man oh man it kills my neck!

#18

I have done those as well! For sure takes up time

#19

Yes they do, and help with keeping my mind focused.

#20

They have light up standing easels kits on Amazon I have thought about getting myself cause yes they do kill your neck