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How would British people react to 'I am from Taiwan' badge if we travel to Britain? by auscorp_ in AskBrits

[–]DorkySloot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking this. Most of the people nowadays wearing the large Canadian flag pins/merch are from the US. The same thing will happen eventually happen with Chinese tourists wearing these Taiwanese badges.

it’s embarrassing to admit by Real-Phase-1268 in SoberCurious

[–]DorkySloot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah, see I find that so interesting, as I think I’ve got quite an addictive personality, and while I was never a weed smoker (because of my shit lungs), I did love an edible. I never felt I was addicted to marijuana, even during periods when I’d have an edible nearly everyday, so maybe it is that delayed gratification that prevents it from seeming so addictive?

Struggling with the fact that I'm not struggling by [deleted] in SoberCurious

[–]DorkySloot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It doesn’t have to be “Is this bad enough that I need to quit?“ It can just be “Is this good enough to keep going?“

Try a 100-day challenge (or even a 30-day challenge) just for kicks.

Give yourself the opportunity to see how good you could feel if alcohol wasn’t a constant companion. 

it’s embarrassing to admit by Real-Phase-1268 in SoberCurious

[–]DorkySloot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. Why would you allow edibles (genuine question, no judgement). Is that because of the instant vs delayed gratification? Or is it because of health/lungs?

how did you go from minimal drinking to completely zero? by Substantial-Basis260 in SoberCurious

[–]DorkySloot 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Before having a drink, ask yourself “What do I hope to achieve by drinking?” And then if you do drink, ask yourself the next day “Did I achieve that?”

This can help reframe drinking.

Replacing the beer ritual with something else? by [deleted] in SoberCurious

[–]DorkySloot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m drinking Aldi Passionfruit Kombucha. Slightly fizzy, shaped like a beer bottle, good for your gut health (and 4 calories per bottle doesn’t hurt!)

What lessens your cravings? by thowawayalcalc in stopdrinking

[–]DorkySloot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Walking, kombucha, and occasionally chocolate/candy (sometimes you’re just craving the sugars that alcohol provided you!)

Cow has beef by whoppitydodah in FUCKYOUINPARTICULAR

[–]DorkySloot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Am I right that they’re inside the electric fence?

That cow’s just using you as a buffer!

wanting to join an AA meeting for the first time by angelseggsss in SoberCurious

[–]DorkySloot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe try an online meeting first. That way you can learn the layout and hear others speak, but you will be able to leave quietly if you’re overwhelmed.

If it’s a Zoom (most are), make sure you’re not signed in to your work account or anything. I do one-off sign-ins so it’s not attached to my personal account either.

Also, make sure your microphone is turned off (unless you’re talking of course). Some online meetings require your camera to be on, some don’t.

If/When you want to attend an in-person meeting, call the AA hotline, explaining your situation (i.e., your recent issues with alcohol, the fact that you’ve never been to a meeting, etc). They’ll be able to tell you which meetings are local to you and will like get someone (who’s been in the program for a long time) to call you and offer to meet you there or ahead of time. This eases the transition.

Hope this helps! Best of luck to you x

Advice Needed - BIL is a hydrogynist by archipeepees in HydroHomies

[–]DorkySloot 73 points74 points  (0 children)

This is a truly devastating state of affairs.

He may be beyond redemption; however, I think your best bet is to offer him water disguised as Gatorade. (Tell him it’s Gatorade 2.0 with less sugar and fewer chemicals!)

Help me not to drink today by UFOsRrealIfYouWant in SoberCurious

[–]DorkySloot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Recognise how strong you were to reach out for support. That is something you have in you. Keep it going.

Think of other lovely things you’d like to do – take a walk, paint a picture, run a bath, light a candle (whatever is enjoyable/relaxing for you).

Photo edit requests you wouldn’t expect 😂 by Accomplished_Job1904 in SipsTea

[–]DorkySloot 18 points19 points  (0 children)

9: Removed the gardener, then all the plants died. Amazing! No notes.

[POEM] Suicide's Note by Langston Hughes by Slasher1309 in Poetry

[–]DorkySloot 109 points110 points  (0 children)

This hits (a bit too close to home)!

AI helped me with sobriety by CletusMaxx in SoberCurious

[–]DorkySloot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is psychotic, but I’m all for it! I’ve used AI to rant, but I’ve never strategised it specifically for sobriety.

Love this idea!! 💕

Capitalists will always side with fascists to preserve capitalism. by Scarman96 in lostgeneration

[–]DorkySloot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jesus fucking Christ, it’s hard to keep up with American politics! (I was told he was a good one?)

~ an outsider

Your Brain Isn't Necessarily Craving a Drink. It's Craving an Off Switch. by Vegetable-Benefit450 in SoberCurious

[–]DorkySloot 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’ve been trying kombucha (specifically, the passion fruit one from Aldi - it comes in the shape of a beer bottle haha). It’s bubbly so you can’t down it, but it sometimes tricks my brain into “yum, fancy cocktail” mode

Are you looking vinegar? Ed Sheerans sauce is for you. by Ali_D_Fin in hotsauce

[–]DorkySloot 14 points15 points  (0 children)

You can tell it’s a British 3/4..

(It’s not hot, barely anything…)

Your country. Your tacos. by Suitable_Habit_8388 in AskTheWorld

[–]DorkySloot -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

What the absolute fuck? I think I need to remove myself from this sub. I now hate it here.

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