Loosid Sober Tip of the Day March 15

Sober Tips
#1

Day 1

Every year, millions of people come into recovery on Day 1.

This may mean we are entering recovery for the first time.

For others, it may be because we are coming off of a relapse.

There is a false stigma that coming in with 1 day is something to be ashamed of. Sadly, millions of people die because of this complete untruth.

The baffling question is, if 100% of us started with 1 day, why are we ashamed? The truth is, not only is sobriety not to be ashamed of, but shows tremendous courage.

Sobriety does not mean all of us get sober the first time and stay sober as, unfortunately, many of us take our will back and relapse over and over again until we finally surrender to the winning team.

We say unfortunately, not because relapse happens, but because many of us never make it back.

If you are on day 1, take solace in the fact that we have all been there. There is not one of us who hasn’t.

Relapse doesn’t have to be a part of our recovery journey, but if it is, our message to you is WELCOME, WE LOVE YOU, and are so glad you are here. STAY.

If you are coming into recovery for the first time, our message is, WELCOME, WE LOVE YOU, and are so glad you are here. STAY.

Whatever amount of time you have, you know what day 1 feels like. If you have some sober time, share with others below what it was like for you and any suggestions you have to help.

If you are new, share what you are feeling. In fact, share like your life depends upon it… because it does.

There are many people in the Loosid community who need to hear what you have to say.

With Love, Loosid :pray::heart:

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#2
#3

I started w one day I’ve relapsed a million times but by the Grace of my Higher Power one day at a time I have not had a drink 3 years 7 months still amazed

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#4

I know everyone's experiences are different but I started with more of a curious experiment, the more I learned and the longer I went between drinking made it clearer and clearer that drinking was doing no good and plenty of negative things to me. Not that it is always easy but I really can't see a good reason to ever drink again.

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#5

I’ve been trying to stay clean since July 2021. I keep going back to that first day. But one thing I will do, is get back to that day 1. No matter how many times I fail. I’m 41 days today & I can finally say life is easier. :black_heart::heart:

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#6

I've been in so many hospitals and rehabs. Alcohol has ruined my life but through support and love I have been sober 2 years and 2 months. I remember that first day when the Dr told me if I kept drinking I would die. I'm grateful I got back and now I will stick and stay.

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#7

My (second) Day One was 18 months ago. I remember the fear, the sadness, the anguish and the shame.. and somewhere deep below all of that was hope. We are here because we have hope. It’s the tie that binds us all together (even more than the suffering). Welcome your Day One with open arms and give yourself credit for being in it. There’s hope here.

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#8

I’m grateful for being in treatment now and I’m clean for 37 days now I’m proud of my self

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#9

"People recover in stages," said my sponsor. That can mean: just get to a meeting and raise your hand. I have SO much support. I just have to use it. When the pain gets great enough I will use it. God, or "gift of desperation."

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#12

My last day 1 was August 30th last year. I went to the hospital for about a month and then rehab for 4 months. I went to a sober living and was kicked out 2 days later. My mental health clinic found this safe house for me and I was in such bad shape mentally and emotionally that I relapsed the day I got here. I have been drinking a little, smoking weed and doing a lot of meth. I'm still in the middle of my relapse. I feel hopeless and helpless. My sponsor gave up on me. I don't really have any family. I don't have any real friends. I'm all alone with my demons and I'm scared. It's only a matter of time before I give up and make a 5th attempt on my own life. I am deeply ashamed of my weakness but I can't seem to turn my weakness around.

#13

That’s actually really awesome. I’ve been in and out of recovery for 10 years and I’m now finally ready for it to be done with

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#14

Today is my day one after 15 years on and off. I’m ready to be done, and see the glory God has for me!

#15

Today is my day one And I’m scared but I know this has to happen because I’m not operating my full potential and I want the life I know I deserve

#16

Hi, Lydia and everyone here. Lydia, I feel that you are brave for showing up, being honest. Please keep posted on how you are doing right now. As mentioned within the post / share from Loosid: “ Welcone, we love you, so glad you are here. STAY.”…yes. Please stay. I am rooting for you, Lydia and for everyone brave enough to be here ( and for myself, also ). :heart: