Just reached 6 mo sober + I’m psyched but nervous

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just reached 6 mo sober + I’m psyched but nervous bc I turn 21 in two weeks, so my mind keeps trying to justify my cravings, which have been crazy the past two months. idk what I should do to make sure I don’t relapse, I go to group, therapy, take medication and more. I can definitely use some advice bc I’ve been close to using lately. Sorry + thanks

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Aa meetings.aa. Org will help .and zoom meetings.go to meetings every day.meet people.you can get though this.lots of meetings there. Aa :dromedary_camel:

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#3

Look up aa meetings for young people.and women meetings.go with a friend to a open meeting.

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#4

One day at a time.

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#5

Getting sober young can seem impossible because “everyone is doing it” I went to my first meeting at 19 and felt so out of place. Now at 22 I realize how many young people are in recovery and that the old timers have so much experience to offer and everyone is so accepting. I would definitely check out some meetings, and try and go to one on your birthday. I prefer NA, but AA, refuge recovery, and celebrate recovery are all great options as well. I definitely think surrounding yourself with like minded people would be helpful! Good luck, you got this!

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#6

Really I applaud you young people. I think of how if I got my stuff together at y'alls age my life would have been so different. I'm grateful for where I am, but I also wish I had your strength.

All the best!

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#7

Thank you so much, that means so much to me. I am trying to stay strong and I wish the best for you (:

#8

That makes me happy, thank you so much. I do attend group but I happen to be the youngest. The one I’m in right now and the one before is full of moms. I’ll definitely reach out and try more. Thank you, I plan on going to a meeting on my birthday. Good luck to you as well (:

#9

Thank you so much, I appreciate everything. Best of luck to you, I’m checking out new meetings at this moment (:

#10

It’s out there if you look, my area has 1 or 2 young peoples meetings as well so maybe you could check if you have some near you! I’m in a unique situation because I’m 22 and sober but I’m also a mom haha. But message me if you ever need anything or just wanna say hey! I totally get the struggle of being a young women in recovery!

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#11

Aw I love that for you, thank you so much. If you ever need anyone to talk to I’m here as well! Yes I’m definitely going to check them out, I’m looking at meetings right now. Right now the others in my group are 30-65 so I’m sure I’ll find something to try. Thank you again for your kindness (:

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#12

I was 26 years old when I came in .now I am 61 . Aa :dromedary_camel:

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#13

I love that so much, I’m so proud of you. That definitely gave me hope