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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Thankyou everyone

hati
hati
I am now 12 weeks sober and would like to thank each and every one of you on here for helping me achieve that. This is a great site I feel by reading about everyones experiences on here I have a greater understanding of alcohlism which has truly helped me.
I have learnt is ok to feel your emotions without reaching for a drink. Ive always known I can never have one drink so I play the whole scene through in my head of hangovers and vomiting.
I have also prayed a lot and feel more spiritual. I have had times when I could have cried but I havent drank. I know Im just at the start but Im getting better.
lostnursetoo
lostnursetoo
Woo Hoo!! Congratulations hati!! I am weeks behind you, but reading your post is helpful to me and everyone else just starting out! Thanks and I hope the emotion you feel when you read this is joy and pride :-)!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Congratulations hati on your 12 weeks sober! It's good to know you are finding some tools and idea useful. Although the mix here is of people approaching sobriety from some different angles, certain commonalities that have helped us all often shine through.
CoogeeMum
CoogeeMum
It's a courageous start Hati so kudos to you. Keep an open mind and use all the resources around you to learn and grow. Have a great day today.
Community LeaderExJerseyGirl2
ExJerseyGirl2
Excellent news! So glad you are learning to deal with all life has to offer, the good and the bad, without resorting to drinking.

I have found a good cry can be cleansing, but when I was drinking my tears were full of alcohol and self pity and brought me no peace.

Thanks for sharing your good news, you've made my day brighter.
PebbleBeach55
PebbleBeach55
Congratulations hati on your 12 weeks sober , that is great !
1is2many
1is2many
Whoot Whoot RING THE BELL!!! Congrats
meblonde
meblonde
Doing the happy dance for you hati. I am 14 week and I love how I feel. Good job!!!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I haven't been on here for a while so I missed your intro to the group. Just wanted to welcome you as someone who is also in GBR. PM me if you think I can help in any way.

I'm in North London BTW

Lyn
deleted_user
deleted_user
Congratulations from Hermitage, TN (12 miles from Nashville). Believe me, it gets better and better........no matter what happens in your life, you can handle anything with the help of your Higher Power, AA and not/NOT drinking. I am so proud of you for such a great beginning and I know that you will keep making it each and every day and soon, you will have 24 years, 7 months, 10 days like I do......the most important thing is that I have TODAY and that is what counts the most. Keep up the good work !
hati
hati
Thankyou everyone your support is fantastic. You all inspire me so much.
jeffneedshelp
jeffneedshelp
Congrats on your 12 weeks.
deleted_user
deleted_user
That is awesome! I am only on Day 4 but mentally I feel so much better. Keep it up! You can do it!
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