Really struggling. Want to drink so bad. 33 days sober

Recovery
#1

Really struggling. Want to drink so bad. 33 days sober this time. Yikes!!

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#2

Are you doing recovery meetings? I was dry for 7 years and was miserable, I wanted to drink every day all day. I eventually went out and it was even more miserable. This time I’m a proud AA member and I live a peaceful life without the obsession to drink. If you’d like to hear more of my story I’m available to chat. Don’t pick up no matter what.

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#3

I am in AA. Have a sponsor. Picked up after 13 years and scraping the bottom for last 5 years

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#4

Lots and lots of meetings and hang with sober friends is all I can suggest. Hang in there.

#5

A.A. Meetings are a must and reading the big book.

#6

I wish I had a magic wand to help you. And had the right words to say to give you strength.

#7

Pray about it and talk to your sponsor

#8

Last time I was at 70 days or so. Let my ex get to me about seeing my heart and soul, my 2 boys. Didnt regulate my emotions ended up with dui. It's not worth it. I'm back to 45 days sober, my sobriety now is amazing, yes there are rough days, but I'm able to emotionally rationalize those emotions and not let them get out of control. My story is very interesting, if anyone wants to here let me know. I will tell you this, I have 2 years before I retire from military and they started to seperate me, I lose alot.

#9

I can help with the steps if your ready. Only you can make that decision.

#10

Hey Tracy, I know those words This Time. I think we all been there. What might help you understand. Read Alcohol Explained by William Porter it's easy to read and understand what alcohol does to keep you addicted. You can read the first few chapters on his website. Gillian Tietz has a website and podcast Sober Powered she explains about Alcohol first hand. She just did a podcast on this subject, I think it's #90 I hope this helps. Understanding helped me. Best of luck reach out anytime

#11

Wow. You guys are amazing. I need all the help I can get right now. Feeling the support. Thank you all

#12

Last time I was at where you are but 70 plus days I drank got dui month ago. So don't do it.

#13

Good reminder of where drinking leads me

#14

Have you read Quit like a Woman? Holly Whitaker. Or allen carrs the easy way to stop drinking? My take this time is I never have to drink again! I never have to sink to the level of depression and self loathing again! All i have to do is not drink” that’s my mindset. The gift was desperation. Of course a support network of your choosing helps. Whatever works for you.

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Think I accidentally rejected chat. Sorry. I didn’t mean to