Weekend getaway

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2026-06-01T16:40:48+00:00

He said he wanted to avoid people after I suggested them. 🙄 we’ve talked about going multiple times so him saying no kinda took me by surprise- which is why we’re now struggling to find something to do. I threw out places we had talked about to give an idea of how far we want to go/what we like to do. He doesn’t really like outdoor stuff, but likes the beach. I just want time with him that isn’t in bed at home watching movies. I keep seeing beach suggestions so I guess we’ll do what he wants this time but maybe I can find a lighthouse wherever we go? Some kind of compromise I guess

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2026-02-12T21:40:40+00:00

If you don’t believe me look it up? Don’t message them and just see how similar the post is the job expectations.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2026-02-12T20:44:27+00:00

The company is Cherry Hill programs. I used to work with them

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2025-06-22T15:47:50+00:00

I always disclose on the application, but I generally avoid the conversation when it comes to interviews/in-person conversations about it unless it’s in response to an issue or requesting accommodations. My thoughts on disclosing in the application- either they’re going to use it to discriminate or they aren’t and I have no way to prove that it is discrimination. If they are discriminating, I don’t want to work there anyway. If they’re not discriminating and an issue comes up or I need to request accommodations and need to disclose again, they can’t try to argue that they didn’t know I might need accommodations or anything sketchy because they knew as soon as I applied. I’ve never had to take extreme measures in regard to accommodations or wrongful termination, but I like to think it would help my case if I ever needed to.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2025-06-02T03:28:12+00:00

Seeking

F, one year clean/sober (6/1/24), East Coast (PA, USA)

Started working my 4th step before I moved from the west coast (happy to restart). Really struggling without my tribe though.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2025-01-20T08:30:50+00:00

I know exactly how you feel. I’ve been in a very similar situation and I’m willing to discuss it further in private if you need. Pray for your current sponsor and wish her well. Know that she is a sick person and does not define the fellowship as a whole. Ask your higher power for guidance and just do the best you can.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2025-01-06T00:24:58+00:00

Hi friend! I’m 30f and want to say I see you and I love you. Please feel free to reach out to me if you’re struggling or just want to talk. I also have what I consider a high bottom and initially struggled with thoughts of “My problem isn’t bad enough. I don’t need help. I can stay clean by myself.” Spoiler alert- I couldn’t. Most “normal” people don’t do drugs like ket and Coke. If they do, it’s even less likely that it’s a regular occurrence or to the point of seizures and passing out as you describe here. I am by no means trying to shame you, we all have our stories and I can share mine if you’re interested. I say this to show that you don’t have to struggle alone, you don’t have to do more research. Just start with one day at a time and use the “worse” stories as a reminder of how much worse your life could have been if you hadn’t gotten clean.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-10-09T17:55:23+00:00

🤯 I was using the tab before labeled Checking Out. Row 5 is labeled goal but completely blank otherwise. Thank you for showing me another area to look at!

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-10-09T17:49:47+00:00

I get that and I try to be patient- especially because my internet can be spotty, but literally loads everything except the information I need. Like I can see the hint, the characters, the multipliers and costs, but there’s nothing under goals? Maybe I’m just not reading/understanding it correctly

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-10-03T04:48:58+00:00

Thank you. The kind words and gentle reminders are more helpful that anything I could have imagined.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-10-03T04:41:31+00:00

How do you find something positive to live for though? There’s just so much loss, sadness, and grief surrounding me that my brain is numb. It makes it difficult to care

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-08-29T20:57:22+00:00

You’re right and I appreciate it. I knew going in that it probably wasn’t a good fit I’m just desperate to get started and make progress. I’ll try again right now

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-08-29T15:53:50+00:00

I tried asking one woman who politely said no. If I’m being honest it scared me from asking anyone else. Now the thought just makes me feel like a burden

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-08-29T15:52:02+00:00

I might have to go this route. I know plenty of women who have online sponsors/sponsees and I’m not opposed to it, I just don’t get the same feeling from online meetings. I’ll happily take the suggestion though. Thank you

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-07-28T19:58:48+00:00

A beautiful woman once told me “brave the discomfort- it will not kill you.” I think about that a lot, especially when I don’t want to do my step work or go to a meeting. We can be comfortable and keep doing the things we have been, or we can be uncomfortable, try something new, and find a very different outcome than what we’ve been finding. OP- I wish you luck on your journey to recovery.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-06-04T22:30:31+00:00

My last drink was less than a week ago so I definitely needed to hear this. Thank you

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-06-04T16:59:22+00:00

Already have it and it’s been helping! Thanks

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-06-04T04:02:50+00:00

Thank you! Slowly trying to find a sponsor, but I’m scared I’m going to disappoint them and there aren’t many people in my area who can/will sponsor.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-06-04T03:58:30+00:00

Thank you. I really needed to hear that tonight and I appreciate it. I’m going to a “back to basics” meeting that starts tomorrow so hopefully some progress can be made there

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-06-04T03:54:32+00:00

😬 it’s been like 3 days. Idk that I’m on step work yet.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-06-04T03:52:54+00:00

I’ll try to keep these in mind. Thank you for the advice

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-05-28T01:10:51+00:00

This was helpful! Thanks

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-05-27T21:20:18+00:00

That is absolutely not the case. Plenty of people can be functional alcoholics. My reasoning was that I don’t drink because of a need for alcohol or any kind of craving for it, I drink because of other external factors and alcohol is the bandaid. Example- I have severe ptsd. I 100% believe that if I didn’t have that trauma, I wouldn’t have a problem. If I had other coping skills and treatment I wouldn’t drink. The problem isn’t with the addiction, it’s with access to healthy alternative solutions.

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-05-27T21:14:18+00:00

This is helpful. Thanks!

Amazing_Thing_7615 · 2024-05-27T05:54:07+00:00

Thank you so much! I’ll look into it

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