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14 years ago 0 955 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Foxman,
 
You show a lot of great insight in your post. This is great to hear in your journey and your drinking habits.
 
Stay close to the boards and let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
 
 
Sarah, Health Educator
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by turning my will (thinking) and life (action) over to HP of my understanding. and lot of meditation. also selfishness and self-centeredness is the problem not alcohol. so try not be that,.
 
 

14 years ago 0 11215 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Foxman,
 
How did you get to that peace?  How do you deal with social situations not where alcohol is involved?
 
 
Ashley, Health Educator
14 years ago 0 1562 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
yes close to 3 years thru working the steps of AA. I use to be restless irritable and discontent but not anymore. I am at peace. But i got to work the steps every day and maintain a fit spiritual condition.
14 years ago 0 11215 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi foxman,
 
Have you stopped drinking now?  If so, for how long? How has your summer been going due to these realizations you made about alcoholism? Have you still been attending summer events like BBQ's and social gatherings?
 
You mentioned you are restless and irritable.  This sounds like they could be withdrawal symptoms.  You also mentioned that you are discontent with your forced sobriety.  Is there positive results from your sobriety? Are you feeling healthier? Are you getting positive feedback from loved ones. Let us know how you are doing.
 
 
 
 
Ashley, Health Educator
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Never. I would be the last one to grab a plate to eat and that too it will just a small portion of i eat now. But my hand will always hold a glass/bottle of something. Later I read the book called Alcoholics Anonymous, i realized i am an alcoholic and have lost the ability to control my drinking due to phenomenon of craving that keeps us drinking the moment we put 1 glass of alcohol in my body. And then the obsession to drink leads me to that 1st drink the next day. And always restless, irritable and discontent in forced sobriety.
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Members, 

Summer is a fun time that can be packed with great activities, barbeques and “get-togethers” but it is also a time to be wary of preventable injuries and conditions.

While out enjoying summer with friends, don’t be afraid to say no. Refusing that extra beer or cocktail at the party shouldn’t hurt anyone’s feelings. Friends will be understanding and accept that you choose not to drink.
 
Members, how have you said no to drinking at a social gathering?
 
Ashley, Health Educator

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