Hi Dave,
Having a better day today :) still toiling a bit but definitely feeling better today :)
Thank you for your encouragement.
I hope you are well today
Im looking forward to a 2 hour work out...weights and then boxing!
My managers have the conference after party bash all organised but I made my mind up weeks ago I wouldn't attend (didn't attend last year...or annual Christmas night or summer BBQ events) and I know I'll not change my mind...they are not the easiest of people to be around at times (kind of clique, in jokes and smart arse put downs to the 'subordinates' like myself and closer colleagues)
I definitely know I'll not be missing out. Also, I'll be too tired by the end of the day :)
Today I decided to decline a night out with closer work friends that has been arranged for a few weeks now has causing me a bit of anxiety.I stated that I had been drinking excessively this past while (didn't go into too many details) and felt I didn't want to drink this weekend again...I kinda think I know where it would all lead if I went and I just don't want to go there.... Like you say, distance yourself and make space away from alcohol.
Thank you again for your advice and help.
Enjoy your day :)
Tal