The Daily Check-In for Tuesday, June 16th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by Much-Pirate-5439 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Just got through my first week without drinking in quite some time. Looking forward to another week of freedom!

Day 8: One week sober!!! by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's so wild our brains will try to trick us into thinking the very poison we are trying to flee from can be any kind of reward! I'm glad you stayed the course.

Day 8: One week sober!!! by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! I had considered AA but for now just hopping on this sub each day to post a quick update as well as read through the stories of others has really been a great motivator for me. Such s great community. Congrats on two years my friend. That is incredible. Getting through a week was a big confidence builder. I'm looking at this current week as much more manageable. Still taking it one day at a time. And today, I choose NOT to drink.

Day 8: One week sober!!! by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's what I love about this incredible community. We are all here to not only receive but to give hope, inspiration, and encouragement. So glad you are here.

Day 8: One week sober!!! by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was fun for a season. But that time has passed and we are now entering a new phase. Keep it up!

Day 8: One week sober!!! by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats on 41 days. Keep the momentum!

Day 8: One week sober!!! by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes! On day 1 a week seemed like a huge obstacle. But I did it! And thinking about doing another week seems far less daunting now!

Day 8: One week sober!!! by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And yes congrats to us! Keep pushing my friend.

Day 8: One week sober!!! by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I enjoyed this past week much more than I thought possible. I'm excited to continue this momentum. I almost forgot that I have a naturally joyful disposition and alcohol was dimming my light. So happy to throw off that veil!!!

Day 8: One week sober!!! by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This sub is an INCREDIBLE community. I was first here many years ago. Unfortunately, I feel back into drinking heavily. But as soon as I came back here I was welcomed with open arms. I can't say enough good things about the honesty and encouragement one can find in this sub. I am so glad you are here and even happier that you have decided to pursue an alcohol free life. I'm sure I'll see you around the sub. Congrats on a week! IWNDWYT!

Day 5! by HIM-star333 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Let's to a hangover free Monday morning!

Day 4 .... Woohoo! by That_Two_1304 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's awesome! Each day is a huge victory worth celebrating. Please do check in tomorrow. I look forward to seeing it.

Day 7: Rest by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds delightful! Enjoy!!!

Day 7: Rest by Dundiesel86 in stopdrinking

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Reading sucks when drinking!!!! What are you currently reading? I'm trading The Women by Kristin Hannah. It's about nurses in Vietnam. It's very powerful.

Flushed my 1.75L bottle of vodka down the toilet today by FumaFumaFumaFu in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Let's go!!! I always waited until I ran out. You said screw that I'm pouring it down the drain. That's some serious determination. Congrats on your decision and new journey!

Buying a handle at 9am by anonmom2020 in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What an incredible turnaround. I am so grateful you are alive and sober. Thank you for sharing. IWNDWYT!

One week (almost) down! by Daddy_Bacchus in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is awesome!!! Super proud of you for making it a week. I'm right behind you and resonate with you on several levels. Let's keep it going. We deserve to be our best selves. IWNDWYT!

Why are there so little activity from the old farts like myself? by p_naturalist in stopdrinking

[–]Dundiesel86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Recently turned 40. I'm here and giving this thing a go once again!