I can’t stop age but I’m already noticing how hard it is to be patient with the world as responsibilities stack up. Breadwinner pressure is only the start of it. Any advice? Taking a deep breath works in the moment but I find my temperament becoming more cynical over time.
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I’m 42 and I’m encountering the same thing. Trying to find the good in everything, but finding myself on edge and irritable.
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I have no solution to this,as I've always been a grumpy old man. My first words were "Get off my lawn!"
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I think sober or not that is just indicative of aging. Having an experienced view of the world, not wanting to put up with trivial things… as hard as I try I still find annoyance in things… people mostly. The best we can do is try. I meditate daily. And remember that everyone has their own story that I am not privy to.
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Yeah I don’t think my sobriety is the cause of it I’ve been like this since the summer and I only quit drinking a little over a month ago. I’m starting to get even grumpier than my old man, who is 3 decades older than me. That’s what worries me.
That ship has sailed for me…I’m 57! Seriously, it’s pretty normal to feel grumpy in early sobriety. Give it some time my friend. You will find more peace and happiness as you adjust and grow in your recovery
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