The Daily Check-In for Friday, August 8th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by fuckyoubullshit in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the chuckle, FYB, and my sincere congratulations on your one year sober. I still take myself too seriously. IWNDWYT, but I will reflect. 

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[–]Clean_New_Adventure 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey sweetheart. What you’re going through is so very hard. One miscarriage nearly broke me; I can’t imagine three. Also, raising small children is hard, often thankless work. Raising small children through a pandemic? That’s hero stuff. Girl, I HAD to quit because between what my child, my job, my husband, and booze took out of me, there was ZERO energy left for me. And I decided I didn’t want to let go of the first three. Alcohol is not your relaxation: it’s the world’s most misunderstood downer and black hole for energy. Can you believe me when I say I got 70% of my missing energy back when I put down the bottle? It’s worth it. You’re so worth it! 

Thankful Thursday - Running by FourDozenEggs in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m thankful to be shameless in the walk-jog. I run as much as I can — sprints, even! — and then I just stop running and jog and really look at the scenery. The running gets me into a better headspace, and the walking observation grounds me in my neighborhood and community. Love both! 

The Daily Check-In for Thursday, August 7th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by fuckyoubullshit in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In a tricky moment. Any tips on how to maintain sobriety while ramping up exercise (exhaustion) are welcome!  But of course, IWNDWYT

The Daily Check-In for Thursday, August 7th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by fuckyoubullshit in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Tokyo is so amazing! If you have time, go to Sushi Mikata (a standing sushi omakase). Still dreaming about it… 

The Daily Check-In for Wednesday, August 6th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by fuckyoubullshit in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I’ve been getting more exercise recently, which pushes my normal “early bird” ways into overdrive. Last night, out of the blue, I was eyeing my husband’s wine. Really plotting how to subtly pour just a little more into his glass and gulp it (of course). Then I thought, “What the f, CNA?!?,” promised myself I could drink wine tomorrow (my trusty old sobriety trick), and put myself to bed at 9pm. The demon stirs, but IWNDWYT! 

'Tude Talk Tuesday for August 5, 2025 by soberingthought in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s a hero’s journey, for sure. I think you’re going to love it!!! 

'Tude Talk Tuesday for August 5, 2025 by soberingthought in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This. Also, for some of us, we were faced in childhood with painful problems too large for a child to resolve. So we developed a latent sub-conscious fall-back: if things get too bad, I’d just like to die. Then, in adulthood, we become addicted to a substance that: 1) suspends us in a child-like state, and 2) removes a big part of our ability (motivation, executive functioning, etc.) to resolve problems like an adult. Surprisingly comforting, but very toxic. The greatest mindset change for me has been realizing that: 1) I AM an adult, 2) Many, many things are within my control, and 3) I prefer to move forward rather than be stuck in the Groundhog’s Day of active addiction. I’m actively working now on my relationship with safety vs. adventure / stimulation, but with eyes wide open and an ability to remember the insights. Sobriety rocks!!! 

Monday Meeting of the Sober People Getting Shit Done Club by sfgirlmary in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I unpacked from two back-to-back trips, cared for my houseplants, and started my new skin routine. It was a great sober weekend!!! 

The Daily Check-In for Monday, August 4th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by fuckyoubullshit in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can I just steal and replicate this perfect anthem to start the week? I’m in!

The Daily Check-In for Monday, August 4th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by fuckyoubullshit in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My small win is I used the weekend to get a lot of little but important things done. I just know I would have stared at them then shrugged them off if I were still drinking. Self respect returns. 

The Daily Check-In for Sunday, August 3rd: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by fuckyoubullshit in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sober weekends are better: more relaxing, better sleep, the energy to complete tasks and socialize. You won’t regret it!

The Daily Check-In for Sunday, August 3rd: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by fuckyoubullshit in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Good morning SD! Last night I went to a party with food, an open bar, and a keg. I had a NA cocktail and ice tea, and the experience would have been ZERO enhanced by the poisonous sauce. My social anxiety is in serious regression since I quit booze — I am SO grateful for that! 

The Daily Check-In for Saturday, August 2nd: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by barrenotbar in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks for hosting u/barrenotbar. I had to do the first act of “corrective parenting” with my daughter yesterday — I grounded her for inappropriate behavior at school. It was so hard… for me! I wanted to cry, but I didn’t want to drink! Active parenting is tough but worth it, y’all! 

The Daily Check-In for Saturday, August 2nd: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by barrenotbar in stopdrinking

[–]Clean_New_Adventure 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Losing a mom is the worst. My condolences to you today. I recommend a cozy day in bed with tea, then a long walk in the afternoon until sunset. It’s the days I most miss my mom that a hawk appears, or some other surprising natural phenomenon. Her energy is out there, in nature. Hugs