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.
Ok, so I am starting, yet again to stop drinking. I tried before and still end up having that first one. I've been to the docs, and got some meds for my stomach cramps, and I guess I will just have to ride out the other crap that happens when you quit again.
I'm going to a meeting tonight, but feel really crappy coz I go and feel inspired then 10 minutes later I got a drink in my hands.
I know that to get sober really I need to fully be involved in meetings as I know it can work, but that means going out most nights and then hubby gets really moody with me and says I'm buggering off, like I'm off to have fun or something??!!!
The more times I give up, the harder it seems, because the more I realise that I find it really really hard, and the more effects I get from going cold turkey.
I really don't want to admit that I failed again, I only went to a meeting on Sat, and eneded up bladdered by Sat night, and phoning up my friend saying I wanted to die (Don't panic, I don't feel like that now!), but she will be there tonight and I feel really embarrassed.
Guess I just needed to vent. Sorry It's so long.
I'm going to a meeting tonight, but feel really crappy coz I go and feel inspired then 10 minutes later I got a drink in my hands.
I know that to get sober really I need to fully be involved in meetings as I know it can work, but that means going out most nights and then hubby gets really moody with me and says I'm buggering off, like I'm off to have fun or something??!!!
The more times I give up, the harder it seems, because the more I realise that I find it really really hard, and the more effects I get from going cold turkey.
I really don't want to admit that I failed again, I only went to a meeting on Sat, and eneded up bladdered by Sat night, and phoning up my friend saying I wanted to die (Don't panic, I don't feel like that now!), but she will be there tonight and I feel really embarrassed.
Guess I just needed to vent. Sorry It's so long.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
You could ask your hubby along to the open meetings. You can get him involved that way. You might find that he will see clearer if he is invited and gets a taste of what you are doing to help yourself get and stay sober.
You don't have to say "I failed again" either. You can simply get back up and say "I am not a quiter (except that you are when it comes to the booze) and get back to the meetings. Work the program as it is layed out for us. Have you been working the 12 steps? They are very important!
Don't feel embarrassed either. There aren't many of us that made it the first try. We fall, but we get back up and hold our head high and fight for our life! It doesn't matter what anyone thinks, tho they aren't going to think badly of you! They know all too well what it's all about! Trust me on that!
You're doing well even recognising the problem! I think people like us have ti get used to the fact we have to avoid booze as much as possible.
And cold turkey is a nightmare. Trying to avoid people and make up excuses why you're acting so weird!
You didn't fail though. Life goes on! (And I also know how difficult it is to have a partner who doesn't really get the problem!)
It's bloody hard isn't it?
Right now I feel like total crap, shaky and ill.
I'm also about to blow out my family to goto a meeting, when they want me to stay home and play monopoly with them.
But not to the pub. Though I know it sounds like a good place to go.
Believe me, I really know what you're going through! Nothing is worse than the comedown. But it will clear - and you can do it!
Message me if you want. I'm not some nutter! I've only joined this website and am amazed to find how people feel the same way and have the same problems!
The people at my AA meetings did talk to me about it, and that's how they found out I had a male sponsor...because I would refer to him as "he"...lol. I Don't Recommend that you get a male sponsor! Mine is a million miles away and we talk me through my steps on the phone)
Get with the women! Just say, "Hey, what is this sponsorship I keep hearing about?". Or use the numbers you have been given. Make sure you do this tho, because this is your life. Don't mess around with it. Learn all you can, and read the BB from the front to page 164 (I think that's where).
ihaven't drunk today either.
I am thinikng of asking someone tobe my sponsor, bit am worried in case she says no. I do have a God, and believe in Him very strongly, so I'm hoping that will helpme as well.
Thanks again guys.
There is only one solution...ADMIT, BELIEVE, DECIDE.
May your Higher Power Be With You.
WT101
He would smile brightly at me and say, "keep doing what you're doing it makes it easy for me to stay sober!"
Didn't make me feel better but sure gave me something to ponder.