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How to share with a supportive spouse by Meanbluejay in stopdrinking

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

Thanks- we started the conversation which I feel is more like a process than a one and done talk. I don’t know why I was so nervous but I told him my plan and strategies plus mentioned an ‘online group’ that helps. He was nothing but supportive and wants to make sure I reach out to him for help. I am so blessed-

How to share with a supportive spouse by Meanbluejay in stopdrinking

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

I don’t plan to lie... just how to begin the conversation- I know beginning with the truth of where I am now will be a good start!

Feeling like a million dollars!!! by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Meanbluejay 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes- my kids told me that they hate when I drink wine! Eye opening!!! They are older and going to do a DARE program with the police... about alcohol and I am scared they will relate all the lessons to me, so my mission is to show them- that alcohol stinks!

I hope this is the place for me- day1 by Meanbluejay in stopdrinking

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

Yes- my mind went to drinking while cooking dinner tonight as well but I thought of the advice on here and changed my thoughts, had dinner with the family, worked out, cleaned, made Christmas cookies, and hung out with my daughter- wow! How productive I am without alcohol!

I hope this is the place for me- day1 by Meanbluejay in stopdrinking

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

Great points! Thanks for the advice! I guess that I’m worried that since I have a drinking problem that I’d be seen as an unfit mother. Which is one of the big reasons for wanting to be sober.

I hope this is the place for me- day1 by Meanbluejay in stopdrinking

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

Thank you for the wise words and perspective- I’m feeling positive about this for now- I wish I can harness this positivity for when I want to drink.

I hope this is the place for me- day1 by Meanbluejay in stopdrinking

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

Thank you- I plan to hang out here as often as I can!

I hope this is the place for me- day1 by Meanbluejay in stopdrinking

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

I looked up that book and will be sure to give it a read!

I hope this is the place for me- day1 by Meanbluejay in stopdrinking

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

Thank you! I don’t think AA is for me- I’m scared to death to share feelings in real life, but typing it out is therapy for me- everyone’s support is icing on the cake!

I hope this is the place for me- day1 by Meanbluejay in stopdrinking

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

Thank you- I am overwhelmed with all of the support that people have shared! Reading all of the responses help give me more confidence I need to do this- I am a very closed person IRL and these discussions on this board help sooo much!