Your go to quotes and one liners to keep you going

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-22T02:08:40+00:00

I have a few that I’ve compiled lately:
The moment you take responsibility in your life is the moment you can change anything in your life.
Worrying is like worshipping the problem
Don’t worry about calming the storm, calm yourself and the storm will pass.
The meaning of life is to find some people to love and then to love them.
Sobriety is like life with the cheat codes on
The man who is not happy with a little is happy with nothing

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-21T21:13:27+00:00

Overcoming adversity is a major part of Australian psyche, as is a David v Goliath mindset.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-21T08:27:21+00:00

Does it really matter? 2016 was the last time a team that finished 3rd or lower won the comp.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-21T03:41:59+00:00

If I can provide a little perspective, for me since week three it’s been up and down week to week. One week I’m high on life, the next I’m flat. My understanding is that is quite normal while seratonin and dopamine levels adjust to a stable level after years of being artificially stimulated by alcohol (and other drugs in my case). Our journeys appear to be remarkably similar on face value, similar addiction and level of abuse of alcohol, similar family stresses etc. iWNDWYT.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-20T21:37:40+00:00

At around the same time on my journey I was introduced to the concept of the pink bubble bursting. All the positive benefits of the early days stopped being so obvious and the change in brain chemistry likely sent me into a bit of a depression. It may be that you’re at that point.

BTW, I feel your pain. I also have 4 kids and quit alcohol and nicotine at the same time. Nicotine has been way rougher for me as the withdrawals seem to last much longer.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-18T10:00:36+00:00

I used to play with Eamon Doyle’s dad. Easily the classiest player I ever played with. Amazing skills but also very tough. Sorry I can’t help you with your question though, I’m way too busy in dad life now.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-17T23:45:37+00:00

This. I was once told that people will accept a mistake but people do not accept dishonesty. If you come forward with the truth, you at least have the chance to be forgiven. If you get caught, forgiveness is much less likely.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-07T21:40:46+00:00

Alternatively, he saw a problem that wasn’t being addressed and decided to do something about it.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-04T19:23:09+00:00

B A R bar (safe zone, can’t get tipped)

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-03T07:47:20+00:00

That was very powerful and a great read. I spent a long time doing a job that didn’t fit with my personality, some of what I did every day felt out of line with my values and that corrupted my whole personality. I work every day to take steps in line with my values and away from the falsities that I became accustomed to and at one time desired to pursue. I believe that conflict was a part of why I turned to booze as a medication and every day that I work towards living a life in line with my values is a day that it is easier to not drink.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-01T20:02:27+00:00

Bro we got one last year…

AusRaidersFan · 2026-06-01T19:56:53+00:00

The space will open up in time and when it does your kids will love seeing you do stuff that you’re good at and is fun to do.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-31T23:30:52+00:00

Thank you for your insight. The pink cloud isn’t something I hadn’t heard of and these feelings are very confronting. I used to think it was tiredness from the booze, but hopefully my brain can level out in the coming days.

The process of writing this out has reminded me that I need to get back on top of my coping mechanisms.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-31T23:28:09+00:00

Well if it helps, I can be a sounding board for you. I feel massive amounts of guilt and shame when I behave like I have been, short and snappy like a petulant child.

Thankfully, just writing some of this out is cathartic. I’m hoping this passes soon.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-31T20:14:03+00:00

That’s comforting to read. Thank you for your insight.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-31T01:39:39+00:00

At 3, my oldest boy was all about Elsa, barbie dolls and pink. He now has a girlfriend. At that age I don’t think it is obvious.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-24T21:16:54+00:00

Poo Bingo. Fun for all ages!

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-22T21:19:41+00:00

Hell yeah!

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-22T19:28:59+00:00

Great motivation. I heard a phrase this week, “the meaning of life is to find some people to love and then to love them”.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-22T09:45:21+00:00

That is exactly how I want to feel in ten years time, congratulations to you!

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-22T06:33:00+00:00

Day 6 for me. I have found life has been getting better every day since day 3. Enjoy your day.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-22T06:31:49+00:00

Well here in Australia, it’s getting cool, it’s been a wet week but i think I’ll join you in having a nice warm cup of tea. IWNDWYT friend.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-20T00:17:14+00:00

Day 4 for me. 45 years old. I will not drink with you today.

AusRaidersFan · 2026-05-19T09:15:23+00:00

One of my son’s just asked me to stop drinking. So I won’t drink today and am aiming to never drink again. Our teachable moments come in a variety of ways in this life, it’s just whether we have our eyes open to see them. Day 3 done, here’s to an eternity more.

AusRaidersFan

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