I was sober for 6 days after getting covid and then of course i felt better and binge drank on nye..i have struggled with alcohol all my life as a crutch to have an escape from daily stressors..so today is now my 2nd day and i want to make a change...words of advice on how to share with friends and family to get their support and not feel so shameful
5 Likes
Just be honest
1 Like
I often run into this and what works best for me is simply saying “I don’t have a healthy relationship with alcohol and I want to change that”. You can always elaborate if they pry, but I’ve found explaining it as a matter of health causes less stigma.
I have a sick sense of humor, so when I’m talking about my substance abuse problems with someone I’m close with I usually go with “I’ve been the life of the party…except the party ended a while ago and no one is left but me.”
2 Likes
For me, I said “ I have a problem. I am gonna fix it, but I need some patience while I figure it out”
Right now just focus on healing. Be kind to yourself. You are taking some hard steps. The shame and guilt will subside a bit each day… there is no way to know when. The best thing you can do is just show your family you are changing for the better. Fixing relationships comes later… that’s why it is step 9 not 2. Be honest with any questions and with yourself. Good luck!
2 Likes
For me it is helpful to let people know before an event or get-together that I won’t be drinking. It makes it easier to stick to it and hopefully get support.
1 Like
Lol wow that was a good one but yes I totally agree with you
Thanks everyone..its nice to feel the support!
Get to some AA meetings and see if you identify with what is being said. Then you can talk to your family about what you did or didn’t learn.
Welcome btw!
