New to recovery and it seems one min I’m fine the next I’m freaking out, it’s such a rollercoaster I can’t stand it.
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Take it one day at a time. That’s all we can do
Hi Renee. I’m new to recovery as well. I have 23 days today and I can empathize with how you’re feeling because I am having these feelings also it’s very frustrating but I’m taking it one day at a time I’m trying to remember that no one said this was going to be easy, I hope this helps a little because your post has helped me to realize we’re not in this alone.
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Get your self to meeting and create new sober people in your life if you can. A good healthy schedule for yourself ie. Diet, exercise, sleep, anything that is related to recovery. AA is great
https://www.celebraterecovery.com/
1 day at a time.
Many people struggle and the Loosid community is great
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Hey Renee, those feelings will get fewer, and easier to deal with. My first few months were just like that, up and down. Once your brain heals, and you start to figure out sobriety, it does get better. Give yourself some kindness. You were put through the ringer. Take it one day or one minute at a time. Keep reaching out and talking it through with people… we are all here to help in anyway we can.
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Renee those feelings simply means you are doing something good and going through the process..the process is rewarding but never easy so trust it..
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Roller coaster, great description. Give it time
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Thank you for saying that, I never imagined that I’d be the one I would inspire someone else or make somebody else not feel alone. I go to those meetings and I’m always inspired by the speakers but I was too afraid to speak. We are not alone❤️
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Thank you for your encouraging words
Change your thoughts
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Hi Renee! Hang in there, you’re worth it! I was a basket case in early recovery but it gets better. I exhibited symptoms of PAWS, which is more of a mental withdrawal as your brain is adjusting to the void left from substances. Keep talking and reaching out. We’re hear for you… we all need each other.
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I’m taking one day at a time and sometimes one minute at a time
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Pencil yourself in honey. Any activities that bring you calm. You deserve it! Journaling, deep breathing, stretches, bubble baths, a mindful walk, an online game, catching up with a friend, drawing, a pottery class, cook a comfort food, listen to music, whatever your activity is. All the time you spent using can go right into treating yourself.
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Hi. There are going to be many days like that. Just keep working on yourself and be patient with your emotions. I deal with the same for months and still do. But I have learned how to handle it much better lately. It helps to find a hobby that can take some of the stress out. This community helped me. Don’t feel alone. We are here to help
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PAWS definitely screwed with my emotions big time! It’s part of it unfortunately but as said above, it will get better with time. It’s our brain trying to balance itself back out. Stay positive and keep yourself busy. I do puzzles, write poetry, take the doggies out, cook healthy meals, engage in any hobbies that make me feel good inside.
Meditation and exercise helped me navigate this issue. Your nervous system is recalibrating now. I found I had to change my expectations too. You cut substances out of your system and your nerves are on fire for a bit. Stick with it and you will be in a better place. You got this.
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Things will settle down eventually. You're used to suppressing your brain with alcohol and or drugs.
Now you're starting to feel all over again.
I promise you that the trade off is well worth it!
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You are making such a healthy choice for yourself. It will get easier. The biggest thing to keep in mind is you are not alone. By you reaching out you help yourself stay sober but you also help me stay sober. Thank you.
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Meetings, meetings, meetings. I believe in you:heart:
Find a support group …go to the meeting s they work and typically during the hours that you would normally party