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.
I haven't been on this site in a very long time. Mostly because I wasn't committed to it. I've always had a drinking problem. I can most never have just 1 drink. I try to keep myself in check but it isn't easy. This past weekend I sent my first born to college. This affected me more than I thought it would. I spent the day in bed on Sunday crying. I needed to do that I guess. But I certainly have noticed myself drinking more than usual. I don't want to keep doing that. I still have a daughter at home and she started high school. I don't want to continue this pattern and not be there for her. So I am recommitting to this group. I realize I can't do this on my own. I need a support group. Thanks for listening/reading.
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Dick Van Dyke’s path to sobriety was a turning point in his life and career. Here’s what happened:How He Got SoberStruggles and Realization: Van Dyke began drinking as a teenager, largely to cope with shyness and social anxiety. Alcohol made him feel more comfortable in social settings, but over time, his drinking spiraled out of control. By his mid-40s, he recognized that he had an addictive...
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I was 37 when I stopped drinking. My kids were 8&12, I realized one day that my kids deserved a sober mom. Desperation gave me a willingness I hadn't had before. I was willing to do anything to stay sober. I found AA and through the 12 Steps, I became the woman I had always wanted to be.
My daughter and I were talking one day (after she had won a scholarship to college). She said "Momma, if you were still drinking, where do you think I'd be? Out of the mouth of babes.
I have learned how to be a wife, mother and friend since sobering up. I'm living the life I never thought possible before.
You show great insight in wanting to be there for your daughter. That's what good moms do. Magpie, you deserve to be sober. I'm so glad you found us again. I'm rooting for you!
Hugs,
Dianna
I just joined this community today. I've been reading for a while... Your post sounded just like me. I can't have just one... and for me, I'm sick of feeling like shit. I'm getting too old to waste time on not feeling my best. My first born off at college, my daughter starts high school next week. I got divorced after a long marriage and my drinking increased after that. I haven't had a drink in 12 days. Feeling positive and I too, need to be there for my daughter. But what I'm realizing is that I need to be here for myself. Sending you support.
So... have you stopped drinking???
Dan, you didn't say how old your kids are but your sobriety will help your family. You ARE setting a good example for them. Hugs, Dianna
Best decision I ever made, almost 2 years ago, was to walk into an AA meeting. I found help, strength, and support. At first I shut up and listened. Then I spoke. Now I have a support system that is so incredible.
I only attend 2 AA meetings a week, but I have a big book I read all the time to keep me fit, and I know I can call 100+ people in a moment's notice if there's an issue.
Luckily, that obsession has been lifted, and I can now help others, and show them the path.
Best of luck to you both, and to the others who are struggling.
You get to see and hear the transformation in person. You see how people clean up, and what longtime sobriety looks like. You can't do that with an avatar and words.
You can get the right message here, that's for sure, but for me, an AA meeting is where I said "I want what they've got."
Get past your fears and get to a meeting of AA. And keep going back.
Life happens, and drinking won't make it better.