I've hit the 5th month mark and this will be the longest consecutive I've been alcohol-free since 16 - 17 years old, and I am 35 years old.
I'm happy I didn't drink even through all the BS and heartbreak I had recently.
I'm grateful for:
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AA for helping me get sober initially during the first 1 - 3 months.
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The money I earn to afford me many comforts.
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My friendliness and outgoing personality
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My ability to be gentle with myself and go at my own pace even when the world around me is pressuring me to rush or to feel guilt, shame, regret or doubt
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Buddhist philosophy I've learned over the years that helps me to find my center and know I can attain enlightenment within me
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The simplicity of nature , remembering that all things are interconnected when I get into my head space about what I should have done, someone else should have done, or wishing things would have been done differently
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This app for providing a free platform for me to express myself about the challenges and rewards of being sober
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The art gallery & event venue I've created to always give me a sacred and comfortable place to try new things, meet new people, and to connect with the art community
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My sense of humor, helping me through life's challenges and bringing me into one of the deepest states of joy
Thanks!
