Congrats on your progress thus far! You have come to a great place! Have you found any of the information here helpful? I find the education page on "What you can expect if I change? is a great help!
Congratulations on day two! You have come to the right place.
I reiterate what Jason says to work on the getting started session to prepare. Also, go to the Education page and have a read of "What Can I Expect If I Change". This will give you a better understanding of what to expect. Let us know about any helpful information you find.
Hello, I've just joined this support group. I need and want to stop drinking completely. I've tried many times over the last 10 years but have never really put much effort into it. I'm going to log on frequently and just read the posts and use the tools. I can't promise instant sobriety, but I can promise effort and commitment.
I am the same way. I quit drinking for 2 years once and then stupidly thought I could control my drinking. I was OK for 6 to 8 months but in the end I kept drinking more and more. I have quit drinking a few more times since then and then I get the same stupid thinking...off and on the wagon again and again.
I was happy to be part of the CAMH trial group and I have a very strong feeling this may be the time that really works. I can't get too excited but so fare, so good. 3 sober days and a real positive outlook.
I wish you all the best. Keep at it no matter what happens, don't feel bad just try again and again until it works.
That is part of alcoholism. Once an alcoholic puts a drink in the body, then the physical craving kicks in and we end up drunk. But that is not the only problem. The next day we wake up and start all over again. There is no defense against the first drink. Thats why we need spiritual help.
You're on the right track and yes, you have some difficult decisions to deal with however you can take charge of your life.
Just starting to talk with us is a big step! You are even ahead of the pack because you recognize that booze is threateneing you're life. Hang in and you will get better. We're here with you.
Plus you are really lucky to have a friend who has decided to lead a sober life. I'll bet she'll if you use her for support, she will benifit just as much as you will.
I think it is a wonderful idea that you come and post your feelings. Give it a try and see if it helps you. I certainly have helped me a lot and some more people here. I find the tools, especially the diary, are very useful also
Welcome to the Alcohol Help Center and thank you for sharing your story with us.Congratulations on taking the first steps to getting the help you need.
Start working through program, a big component of it is learning about yourself
so you can better understand your addiction. Some people find that taking a break
from drinking for a while really helps them get control of their alcohol use.
Start reading through the forums. I think you'll find there are many people out
there you can relate to. The forum is also full of advice and will offer you
the wisdome of many diverse experiences in relation to alcohol addiction.
Check back soon and let us know how you're doing. We're always here to answer any questions you may have or to provide you with some feedback.
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