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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Pwjwtx 12/06/2016

My name is Pam, if I don't drink tonight this will be day 1.

PJ54 12/06/2016

Hello Pam,

You are very welcome to the DS forum.

You can make it through tonight and count Day 1. If you find it difficult, break it down into hours if necessary. Remember too that there are face to face AA meetings in your area that you may find helpful. Good luck.

PebbleBeach55 12/06/2016

Hi Pam ,,,you can do this one day,one step at a time , keep your chin up , better days to come.

ConfidenceBuilder 12/06/2016

Pam you are so brave. You are embarking on a journey that you will overcome and gain confidence from. Remember your never alone in this walk and the more people with you the more joy you will have in your life. I am attaching a link for you to be able to find a local aa meeting http://www.aa.org/ You are a strong, fight the good fight, finish the race and you will be blessed because of it.

1is2many 12/06/2016

Weve all had that day one. It is scary but also exciting. know that I will say a prayer for you and I hope you the sobriety you deserve
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Pwjwtx 12/06/2016

Thanks a lot for the response, I can do this..

Patience1970 12/06/2016

Yes you can

jeffneedshelp 12/06/2016

Pam, how are you doing?

Pwjwtx 12/07/2016

I did day 1.

stickywick 12/07/2016

YAY on day one!!!! Awesome:-)
How about today! What is your plan?

Pwjwtx 12/07/2016

I have sick kids so am staying home, and praying for the strength to stay away from any stores today. Going to have hubby do dinner shopping.

jeffneedshelp 12/07/2016

Does your husband support your desire to stop drinking? If so, that can make a big difference.

Pwjwtx 12/07/2016

He says he supports me but he drinks as well. So I don't know, I guess I will see.

jeffneedshelp 12/07/2016

That can be tough.

Slickrickymac 12/09/2016

that's a great place to start...and if you fall, get right back up...I'm praying for you

Dragonfly1969 12/09/2016

Pam I wish you good luck and lots of prayers. Each day counts. Hell, each minute counts. I'm finishing day 58. Hang in there you have support here!

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