My name is melissa. I'm really new at this. I have been trying since the last of the summer. Only to fall back off the wagan. I tryed to quit drinking on my own however I always turn back to drinking. My family and friends are worried. They try there best to help me out. But I lie and hide from them. I'm just so tired of living like this. I have been looking through this site and reading all your story's. It gives me hope. Last time I drank was Sunday. So like I said I'm really new at this and we all have to start somewhere. I just post this to say hi. And hope for some support as this is all so scary for me right now.
When the pain finally starts outweighing the pleasure WE take steps to find freedom from active addiction.We always suggest making a meeting,listening to learn ,seeking a sponsor and getting into the Program Solution,The STEPS applied in all areas of our lives.It begins with putting down the substance(alcohol in this instance) and doing the work a day at a time..Here is a Link to learn a little about our Program,where to find meetings near you,what the Program entails and more information and answers to questions that you may have.WE do always suggest FACE TO FACE meetings to get the most from the Program...Glad you stepped out and sought some help,,by putting down the alcohol,the healing can begin...
http://www.aa.org/
You can read the Book of Alcohol Anonymous,,,What the program is(STEPS) What goes on at meetings etc....Hope to hear more from you In support and prayer....
-- Edited by mikef on Tuesday 1st of March 2016 10:08:55 PM
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Selfishness-self-centeredness! That, we think, is the root of our troubles.
Congrats on 2 days ... that IS a start ... I remember when I thought it impossible to go 2 days without a drink ... go to meet'ns , get a sponsor, do what you know in your heart is the right thing to do ... and we'll help you ...
Love ya and God Bless, Pappy
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'Those who leave everything in God's hand will eventually see God's hand in everything.'
One thing I, and others here, can absolutely promise you without any benefit of doubt: your life WILL become better if you continue to not drink. This...is an indisputable fact. Others may tell you that you'd have more fun at such and such occasion if you had a couple, but you will learn/know this to be untrue. Especially in the long run. The beginning is the hardest, we all know that. But I assure you it will better. Best of luck to you.
-- Edited by Jakamo on Wednesday 2nd of March 2016 12:30:13 PM
From my own experience, 'trying to quit on my own' was definitely trying to do things the hard way. I put myself through a lot of unnecessary grief and struggle trying to do that before I got willing to ask for help and started going to AA. That's when it all changed and I finally got sober and stayed sober. If you have any questions about AA or want any help finding a meeting, just ask.
Welcome... keep us posted through the ups or downs. We've been there. My husband and children no longer wonder why I spend so much time folding clothes in the closet lol.
There is a way out. Xoxo
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Thanks for everything. Peace and Love on your journey.
Hi Melissa,
It's no fun lying and hiding about drinking and living with guilt and shame all the time. I did that and it was hard keeping up with all the lies as well as all the empty bottles and cans I hid. It is certainly no way to live either. I had to reach the point where I decided I didn't want to live that way anymore. It has taken me a few tries and it is something that requires, for me, a serious desire to want to not drink more than want to drink. It is so much more freeing to not have alcohol in my life and be who I am really supposed to be rather than what alcohol turns me into when I let it rule my life.
Hi. Have not been on in a little while. Thought I should give a update. thanks to everyone for the kind words. Still sober!! Never touch a drink since last sunday And very proud of my self. I have been trying to keep busy. My family are being very supportive. My dad is also a recovering alcoholic and I talk to him about finding help around my area. I have my name in to a program they are starting up at the end of the month and just waiting for a call back for more information. Its only a week sober and I had a head cold this weekend. But I feel 10 times better. So nice to wake in the morning without the shakes and tired. God bless you all and I'll keep the update.
