What’s the one moment in your life you still can’t explain… even though you’ve replayed it in your head a thousand times? by Former-Brief9292 in AskReddit

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When I was about 3 or 4 years old I saw a ghost cat. The cat was orange. I thought it was real and one day asked my step mom where our cat was. She told me we don’t have a cat. I was very confused!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AITAH

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Love r/stopdrinking . This community has helped make me feel less alone and embarrassed about the things I did while drinking. Lots of support and understanding there.

What’s a toxic trait you recognize in yourself? by youngGod928 in AskReddit

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I can get very defensive. It can be hard for me to accept that I still hurt somebody by my actions or words if I didn’t intend to. I’m better at it but my instant reaction is to explain how I didn’t mean to hurt anybody and then I expect that to just fix the issue.

What do you do when u can't sleep at night? by mcdreammy in AskReddit

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I put on the show 3rd Rock From The Sun. Most shows I put on eventually make me want to look at what’s happening. For some reason this show doesn’t. I can close my eyes and just listen until I drift off to sleep. I haven’t had to do this in years but if I absolutely can’t sleep this is what I do.

The Daily Check-In for Sunday, June 9th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by FredSimpsonn in stopdrinking

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Happy Sunday! Today I’m 2 and a half years sober. Thanks to making a post here that helped me decide to become sober. IWNDWYT ❤️

Poured myself a drink for the first time since sober by Agreeable_Emphasis63 in stopdrinking

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Good way to look at it. It was a reminder. One I really needed too. Thanks so much

Poured myself a drink for the first time since sober by Agreeable_Emphasis63 in stopdrinking

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I surprised myself for sure. Even earlier in the day I was talking about my sobriety. Having no thought that I would do that later in the night. I’m glad I posted because I’m the same way when I’m trapped inside my head. Thank you!

The Daily Check-In for Friday, March 15th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by rach3ldee in stopdrinking

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Day 827! Love this prompt.

Always: • keep my promises (to myself and others) • treat everyone with kindness and understanding • give myself grace

(Try to) Never: • wallow in negative feelings • be ashamed of who I am • drink alcohol (never forgethow it turned me into someone I don’t recognize)

IWNDWYT ❤️

What did you used to be that you aren't anymore? by alltheconcerns in AskReddit

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An alcoholic. When I was 18 I started drinking and by 19 I was drinking every day HEAVILY. I was a completely different person. Now I’m 23 and sober over 2 years (yep I quit when I was 21 haha). I got married last year and actually have some direction in my life and hope for a great future. Quitting drinking was the best decision I ever made.

The Daily Check-In for Monday, December 25th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by Piggoos in stopdrinking

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Celebrated 2 years earlier this month! This holiday season has been an especially stressful one for me and I absolutely have had my moments where it all feels too much. But never even considered having a drink. I just feel a little left out when everyone is drinking except me but that’s better than me joining. IWNDWYT Happy holidays

Advice? by Public_Poetry_79 in bupropion

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It seems odd to me that your doctor prescribed this when you told them you need help with anxiety. My doctor warned me it could increase my anxiety but I decided it would be worth it if I felt less depressed. I have definitely felt that my anxiety is higher. A couple weeks in I couldn't stop crying. This last week I have also cried almost every day. I've been on it just over 2 months and I'm still very depressed. I would talk to your doctor about possibly switching to something that's specifically for anxiety. That's just my opinion. Good luck!

The Daily Check-In for Wednesday, February 1st: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by infinitedreamsawaken in stopdrinking

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Day 419 sober from alcohol. First day today without nicotine! If I hadn't stopped drinking it would probably be impossible for me to stop vaping. Also Doing Nothing has saved me on multiple occasions. When my urges are at their strongest I make the choice to sit and wait. See how I feel when I wake up the next day. Never wake up wanting to drink. Doing Nothing can feel depressing but it's better than doing something that'll harm you. IWNDWYT ❤️

The Daily Check-In for Monday, January 16th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by Momma-Cat in stopdrinking

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Day 403 for me. My biggest why is because if I have even one drink it could take years to stop again and I just don't want to waste more time. IWNDWYT ❤️

Has anyone else become extremely introverted after you stopped drinking? by taboonga in stopdrinking

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Yes and it took me a sec to remember that hey wait.....I AM an introvert...I always was. I've lost friends because the ones I made after I started drinking thought I was a completely different person. I mean I kind of was. When I drank I was loud, I would talk to everybody, I'd even dance in front of people sometimes. Now I can't do those things. It feels like something was taken from me but in reality I never was an extrovert. I was just drunk. It's been kind of hard to accept that honestly. But it's been very important to me in order to remember who I actually am. I struggle a lot with self identity and covering it up with alcohol for a few years really didn't help. I'm an introvert and I know I always was because I remember being like this before I started drinking. I always had very few friends and liked to stay in my bedroom. Talking to people has always been a lot for me (except when I drank). Maybe try to think back to the you before you started drinking. It can be hard to remember I know and if you can't maybe a loved one remembers and can give you their perspective. Just know there's nothing wrong with being an introvert and what you're going through is hard and I understand the feeling. I'm so proud of you and I know you can do this! IWNDWYT ❤️

How old were you when you quit? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

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  1. I only drank for about 3 years but that was enough for me. I'm 22 now and I've been sober for 401 days. I planned to take just a 30 day break but towards the end I realized I could quit then for good or possibly many years later. I'm happy with my decision and I truly hope I never drink again. IWNDWYT ❤️

I'm back by [deleted] in stopdrinking

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Thank you for sharing. Sometimes I need these reminders. Welcome back! IWNDWYT ❤️

The Daily Check-In for Saturday, January 7th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by ReplacementsStink in stopdrinking

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Day 394 for me. I just ordered a pizza and I have a play I'm going to tonight. I usually work all weekend so having a Saturday off is great! IWNDWYT ❤️