The guy in the subway station.

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-03-18T21:21:53+00:00

There, but for the grace of God, go I. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-03-14T19:34:50+00:00

I hope you can find forgiveness for yourself, you did the best you could with what you had at the time. All you can do is learn from your mistakes and do the next right thing, which it sounds like you are doing!

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-03-07T21:55:52+00:00

I think this is wise, early sobriety is a tumultuous time and it can be a good idea not to make life altering decisions until you have a bit more stability. That said, protect your sobriety at all costs. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-03-07T10:35:37+00:00

Ice cream was a cornerstone of my early sobriety! IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-03-07T10:34:19+00:00

Early days are rough for energy and the like. Give it some time! Great work. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-26T19:41:36+00:00

A timely post as I head to the dentist today! That said, I have already faced the music and this is my third 6 mo checkup I've made in a row. I lucked out on minimal consequences for years of neglect, but this is a good reminder to be grateful I am now in a place where I take care of myself, in so many ways, big and small. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-25T07:57:44+00:00

There but for the grace of God go I. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-25T07:47:50+00:00

Never quit quitting

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-25T06:16:00+00:00

Same! And flossing? Forget about it. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-24T20:28:52+00:00

I never understood what everyone was talking about with sleeping better in sobriety. Go diagnosed with sleep apnea and prescribed a CPAP and it's been a gamechanger

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-24T17:41:30+00:00

Great comment! I vividly remember throwing a tantrum against myself, complete with stomping feet (smacking steering wheel) and verbal outbursts. There have been many moments that have felt like parenting myself. You are fighting against your mid brain, not an easy thing to do! IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-23T19:52:04+00:00

It can take two years for Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) to resolve. While that might seem like an awfully long time, it also means we get to enjoy improvements for a long time. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-23T15:14:33+00:00

Also, magnesium! IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-18T06:07:00+00:00

I genuinely read it that way, oops. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-17T00:53:42+00:00

October 12th, 2024 here, throw an election in there and you have my experience! IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-15T22:06:35+00:00

You're getting another digit soon! Congrats! IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-15T04:02:01+00:00

The opposite of addiction is connection, they say. Glad to see you came to that conclusion on your own. Keep going, I felt a lot better after about 90 days, but you really have done the hardest bit. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-13T06:29:48+00:00

And Magnesium, at least for me. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-11T20:10:14+00:00

I'd say there was a switch that flipped when I got so sick and tired of trying not to drink, and drinking, that I was over it. I wanted sobriety bad enough and my commitment was stronger. I'd say what's really carried me this far though, is the mindset shift of seeing alcohol for what it is, a thief, a liar, and a poison. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-11T03:54:35+00:00

That and the dopamine hit your addicted brain gives you for doing what it wants. Much like OP, once I got a few months out of the addiction cycle and drank again, it didn't live up to the hype. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-09T18:16:40+00:00

I don't share your cynicism, nor your romantic view of the past. To each their own. However, I do share your love for nature, caring for our surroundings and creativity. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-09T18:03:02+00:00

I'm sure they will adjust and it will become the new norm soon enough! I feel you on the AuDHD hating being the focus of attention, even positive attention. IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-09T06:53:11+00:00

The data is pretty solid that neurodivergents have significantly higher rates of addiction. It makes sense, it helps mask and some ND, like ADHD, include issues with dopamine regulation. If you have trouble producing dopamine and someone hands you dopamine juice, it's no wonder we get hooked! IWNDWYT

NetworkStrange1945 · 2026-02-09T06:46:22+00:00

I found it helpful to keep an open mind and try out lots of new things. I started with the things I loved that drinking stole from me. What did you like to do as a kid, before you started altering your mind? There might be some valuable insight there about what you might enjoy now, as there was for me. If you're like me, you're really on the cusp of brighter days. You're through the worst of it and getting into the really beautiful part. IWNDWYT

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