octoberrust
Status: Taking things one second at a time
Mood:
Horrible
- I posted about forgiveness just now, but I’m also wondering how people handle domestic violence. These are two separate topics that don’t connect incidentwise but I’m dealing with this as well.
- I was wondering how everyone has dealt with forgiveness. I know that it’s vital to move forward, but I’m struggling so much with that.
- Trying to stay sober isn't easy, but its worth it. So I hope that if there is anyone else reading this that is struggling right now, you've found a safe place. There is strength in numbers.
- So one thing I've realized in my journey....everyone is supportive and thinks its great that I'm trying to stay sober. That itself is a big deal. But, those same "friends" that I thought would be there...Its like they don't like the changes. I don't...
- I’m curious how everyone starts or ends their day. I know some people swear by their routine. What advice do you have for us beginners?
- Other than meetings, what has everyone else done to deal with things? Its been so long since I was a really dedicated to my sobriety that I feel like I'm learning everything all over again.
- I wish I had something positive to share, but honesty is better I guess. I’m back at day one. So I’m trying to learn from it and hoping it will help me going forward. On the upside, I ended my relationship of over a year. I can’t get sober...
- I need a sponsor, but I’m not sure how to pick one. Before I just picked someone randomly, but I’m curious how everyone else handled it. Thanks for the help!
- A quote from a book I've been reading... "People usually view surrender as defeat. On the contrary, it is a clearing of the decks that allows us to make room for all of the positive things that make our lives more satisfying." I guess its the idea...
- So been clean 4 days now. I used to not count my days, but it’s helping me. I went to another meeting yesterday night. Two meetings in one day. The late nights are hard for me so I figured might as well try out the night owls meeting. It’s at...
- I went again at lunch. There were a lot more people today. They handed out popsicle sticks with words written on them. Which I had no idea what was going on with that lol but the word is the topic I guess, when people share. I heard so many people...
- I finally made it to a meeting today. I've been trying, but I was really intimidated by it. Today I just focused. I went to one at lunch time. I was surprised to see so many people at the meeting. Most people were really friendly and I got my 24...
- How many meetings did everyone go to when they first stopped drinking? Daily? Weekly? Just curious. Thanks!
- I admit, I’ve been struggling a lot lately. Everyday I still manage to take care of stuff. Then fall apart on my own late at night. I have anxiety pretty bad. And I really want to go to a meeting, but it’s really intimidating. I’ll make it...
- I'm alive and sober today :) I hope everyone else is having a good day!