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question - long term sobriety

jimindy
jimindy
Happy Friday Everyone,

I have a question for those who have achieved long term sobriety. Does it get easier with time?

Right now I'm pissed off at alcohol for causing health problems and trying to take over my life. What happens when my health is restored and life is back on track without the booze? 3, 6, 12 months later I'm afraid I'll lose the fire to say no. I'll feel much better and in turn say "sure, I'll have one beer, I can control it now". Any advise/wisdom is appreciated.

Thanks,

Jim
jeffneedshelp
jeffneedshelp
Jim I don't have long term sobriety. 2+ years. But at my AA meetings I'm surrounded by dozens who have anywhere from 25-51 years. Several in 30s and 40s. I'm grateful that I am around their strength in sobriety.

Makes the difference for me and helps me pass along the message to those who are still sick.

Get a big book of AA off Amazon and start reading it. You will identify with the stories and feel inspired to want to stay sober.
kookoobrutus
kookoobrutus
When an urge hits I remind myself of how much I've lost as a result of using and that I'm worth more than that. Calling other people is a tremendous help in talking me off of the ledge as well. Most importantly its only today I'm concerned with. This has kept me sober 2+ years. It does get easier and you can stop if I did.