Alcoholism Support Group

Alcoholism is the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages, even when it is negatively affecting your health, work, relationships and life. If you think alcohol is causing you to lose control, it's time to seek help. Our group is a safe place to vent, check in, get back up if you fall, and reach sobriety.

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LostGirl99
LostGirl99

Did really well for a while... then not so much.


I am done making excuses about how stressful life is... it is. And it is for everyone. I have not been here for a while because I had relapsed and of course I was ashamed of my weakness. It was a slow relapse, I was sober for a long time, then just one drink (and I just had one)... then 2... You all know this story. I have been drinking less than I used to... however I know that for me 1 is too much.


This group helped me so much, even when I was not posting, just reading the struggles and successes of folks here. I hope to be a success story too.


So I am back.


Cheers.


ScarletAngel13
ScarletAngel13
It takes much courage to make such an admission, but you have taken the first step. The rest is a journey; just continue to put one foot in front of the other, keeping your eyes on the destination, and younbyounbweill get there. Welcome back.
ScarletAngel13
ScarletAngel13
Great job auto correct... You will get there. ☺
gr8fl2b
gr8fl2b
Hi kiddo. I sobered up through AA but I remember the couple of times I tried to stop during the last 11 yrs of drinking and how many times I failed. I felt all the shame. It was gutwrenching. Remember, just keep stopping. Maybe find a program to help that might be a good fit. And don't beat yourself up. That sends more people back to the booze. Try to stay in the present and focus on the task at hand. I'm glad you're back. Hugs, Dianna
jeffneedshelp
jeffneedshelp
It's ok. Very few people make it on their first attempt. I made several hollow attempts at quitting. AA did the trick for me and I haven't looked back.

You can do it!!
LostGirl99
LostGirl99
thanks everyone for the kind words and support - that is why I am back. Think positive right? I am already feeling better knowing I am back where there is some support.
Impermanence
Impermanence
I have been there. I took a drink after 24 years of sobriety. I confirmed what the scientists say about the compulsion. it is hard wired in our brain. Once we are an alcoholic it's with us for the rest of our life. We cannot take that first drink. There is nothing to be ashamed about. We just need to learn other ways of dealing with stress.
1is2many
1is2many
Well climb back in the wagon and let's go
1is2many
LostGirl99
LostGirl99
I say "giddy up" 1is2, let's ride this wagon. And of course you are right impermanence, it is a compulsion... why else would anyone poison themselves like we do.
citychick2011
citychick2011
Jump back on. Never give up. Ever. Accept it, deal with it, and let it go. The guilt serves no purpose now. Huggles
leighgood78
leighgood78
Proud of u!
Community Leaderbobinmaine
bobinmaine
I tried quitting hundreds of times before I lost everything that meant anything to me. That motivated me to do everything in my power to break the endless cycle of relapse! I went through hospital detox followed by a 3 week outpatient treatment program, followed by 3 months of relapse prevention group counseling. Throughout all the treatment I had, regular attendance at AA meetings were a requirement.

That was over 8 years ago. Today I live my life by the 12 steps and I have never been happier.

God Bless
GwenY
GwenY
Hope you climbed back in :) x............................G.
GwenY
GwenY
Hope you climbed back in :)x.....................G. (2nd post 1st disappeared)
GwenY
GwenY
Hope you climbed back in :) x............................G...
Pavlov7
Pavlov7
Hi lost girl. I don't have a lot of advice at the moment as I am new to sobriety, but I want to offer my encouragement! You can do it!
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