I spent 3 hours at the dentist this morning, getting some long overdue work done. Anxious the moment I sat in the chair, but controlled breathing and an awesome dentist got me through it. Left with major mouth pain, but I'm focused on how much more I love my smile now, and the ibuprofen seems to be working for once.
A part of me can't believe I am managing this sober. The reality is that I'm managing this because I AM sober. My little obstacles are becoming major accomplishments more and more.
Rad!! I can relate! I had to have a root canal recently, I’m grateful my endodontist was gentle and kind. You can do hard things!!
Doesn’t it feel so nice! I mean it’s not nice it’s painful but it’s a good kind of pain, the kind of pain that means you’re taking care of yourself and care to actually do something about it now. I’m happy for you👏
Heck yes!
Keep it up.
This is so true. It’s crazy how when sober we can accomplish things we couldn’t do before. Congratulations.
Drinking effed up my mouth, teeth big time.
I just started the process of reconstructing stuff in June of 2022…a long way to go ( and currently uninsured )…while at least my two front teeth are no longer chipped and broken.
I am happy for you, also.
Yes.
Does this not feel so good that you got through this and sober?!
How are you feeling right now?
( I used to count down the seconds until I could drink again after procedures ).
I was so effed up.
Understatement.
This is so much better.
Congratulations on remaining F R E E!
Hope that you are feeling ok, post making it through!
Thank you for sharing some of your story Jonathon, taking care of ourselves, even if discomforting, is necessary for progress so congrats for managing all of it sober and taking pride in your achievements because even if you think they're small, they're a sign of progress and something to acknowledge!