I know we’re all in recovery here and its a no judgement zone but i cant shake the feeling of embarrassment for wanting to talk about my stuff. No one in my life knows about my addiction and i tend to keep it that way (out of embarrassment) but im trying to be open about it…im just not sure where to start. I know i want to stop and have been taking steps to stop, i just dont know how long it will last this time so i dont want to tell anyone, hence why im here lol i need support bc this is hard…any tips?
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Commit 100 percent to quiting! No half messures.
You said "this time". Change the thought change the result. "This time" implies you will fail.
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Thanks for sharing this, Trinity — it takes a lot of courage to open up, even in a safe space like this. You’re not alone in feeling embarrassed or unsure of where to start; so many of us have been in that same spot. What matters is you’re here and reaching out, and that’s already a huge step forward. Recovery doesn’t have to be perfect — it’s about progress and giving yourself grace along the way. Keep taking it one day, one step at a time. You’re stronger than you think, and we’re here to support you through it.
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I just joined this site as well, quit drinking 3/25/25 and man it was h3ll but quitting all the way was the only way I was ever able to stick to sobriety. Cutting back and other steps were half measures that always failed me.
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You’re completely right. Thank you for that.
Thanks dude I really appreciate the kind words and the advice/support. I’m in a toxic environment that really pushes me toward it but like you said, I’ve been able to say no so I am stronger than I thought. We got this 
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I’m new to this too, started going to AA last week. I’ve started outpatient detox. 3 days sober, but it is hard everytime I drive by places I use to get wine.
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Look up meetings near you talk to other sober people
Clean house trust God and help others
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I was blessed to overcome my addiction with drugs and alcohol with no rehab just Yah(God) and I'm not afraid of falling bc he took the desire to use or drink from me. Pray pray and pray and believe what you 
for and it will come to pass.
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I feel you girl. I get to future tripping and psych myself out, just a form of self sabotage. I’ll add you, feel free to message anytime 
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Same girl. My thing is drugs and all it takes is a phone call and it’s so difficult to come across the phone number even if I’m not looking for it. Aside from that, I’m beyond proud of you for your decision to go to AA and to stay clean. You deserve it girl.
Oh me and self sabotage are well acquainted lol I’m committed to breaking those habits though. Thank you for your support!!
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One day at a time
It's all led you to this point.... over coming the odds and reaching out. IT'S JUST THE BEGINNING. Foward Always
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