Not sure how to start or what to do
I just don't like how I abuse alcohol. Not on a daily basis, but it has effected my job,(calling out because I am hungover) and my health. I have always questioned if I have a problem or not? There are days I look forward to that drink at night. I am very active and am able to not drink the nights before I attend classes, but sometimes when I have one drink it is almost a catalyst to have several others. I isolate and it is hard, I live with my boyfriend and he almost seems to not think anything of it. I don't want to go to AA so I guess I am reaching out for help and support. My family has no idea...I just want this to end....I don't know if I should never drink again??? I have been in therapy for anxiety disorder and on medication....I used to self medicate, but now I feel like I am not sure why I drink...unhappiness?? I don't know, I just want to not feel the shame and guilt anymore.
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It sounds like you need someone to tell you what you already know. You are an alcoholic. Given your underlying problems, you could benefit from the path that I took. My doctor refered me to an outpatient treatment program which was in the evening so I could go to treatment after work. It was 3 weeks long and it was called the Serene Program. Every hospital has them.
Your first step would be to talk to your doctor. Keep me posted, k?
I will look into it. I am on day 3 of no alcohol and feel great!
I had been able top stay away for months, but as soon as I had one drink I was on a bender. My doctor refered me to a secular group at the medical complex, since I don\'t like AA. I went to the group for about six months, then I found DS (Daily Strength) After reading posts, I made friends who those that I thought could help me. I also have a small group of friends in DS. We share our journals. So far I haven\'t drank again. My life has changed dramatically for the better.