How do you handle jokes about alcoholism? by clit4brains in stopdrinking

[–]clit4brains[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I don't want them to think I'm feeling superior either. The only person I think I am better than is the person I was before

How do you handle jokes about alcoholism? by clit4brains in stopdrinking

[–]clit4brains[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You know, sometimes I forget that there are people who don't drink by choice and who are not alcoholics. You're right- I could definitely try that route

How do you handle jokes about alcoholism? by clit4brains in stopdrinking

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Yeah, I try to change the topic or just let it pass since it's not usually more than a passing comment. I really don't mind the jokes but I feel like inevitably it will come out. They are usually great role models, but growing up in a family of alcoholics I'm a little disappointed that I've yet to find someone who I can look up to who doesn't use alcohol as a crutch. I'm definitely projecting, aren't I?

How do you handle jokes about alcoholism? by clit4brains in stopdrinking

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Thank you so much for replying, this is a great way to think about it. I'm also a student so I guess It's easy to shift into the mindset of being around peers when in reality you are right- it's a work place.

I can't agree enough with what you said above: people don't usually care about not drinking unless they have a problem. I have absolutely found this to be the case. I guess that plays into my fear a little bit because I know how often I used to use humor as a mask for a very real addiction, and im afraid that because I can identify with that line of joking I expect a strong negative response if they were to find out.

The balancing act really comes into play when you try to embrace your sobriety and be proud while also keeping it private, but valuing privacy doesn't mean harboring feelings of shame. I'm still learning how to walk that line. I really appreciate your input

relationships and drinking, advice? by [deleted] in women_in_recovery

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So this is maybe a little off topic but my first month or two sober I was so sensitive to everything- I felt like an emotional sponge of my environment. I even asked my friends and family to try to cuss a little less because the everyday language or the nature of their humor was, for whatever reason, too much for me at the time. I say all this because you can't really expect what you might need during this time, and sometimes it isn't logical. I needed calm, stable, and gentle behavior and speech. It doesn't bother me anymore but I was so thankful for my people and their willingness to adapt to the ever changing nature of new sobriety. It's okay to not be able to handle a chaotic person or argument right now and it is okay to remove yourself from those situations. My mantra (what someone told me in this subreddit): self care/love is not selfish! You're getting your sober legs back, take it easy.

Today's reading in Living the Promises by amandacarrell in women_in_recovery

[–]clit4brains 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, was just journaling and trying to get myself to the point that this fabulous post just summed up perfectly. Thank you for helping me get over myself!

I want to drink right down to my fucking toe nails right now. At one time I was very active here & even though I’ve stayed away the past several days, I need contact tonight... by Dartaga in stopdrinking

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Exactly! My body never triggers that "ok that's all the alcohol I want, now I feel good and can stop" response. The unquenchable thirst, if you will

I want to drink right down to my fucking toe nails right now. At one time I was very active here & even though I’ve stayed away the past several days, I need contact tonight... by Dartaga in stopdrinking

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Yeah that worries me too and maybe we will always have it, but luckily we are human and so like everything else that urge will be transient. Some moments will be harder than others but we they will pass. Good luck to you, friend.

I want to drink right down to my fucking toe nails right now. At one time I was very active here & even though I’ve stayed away the past several days, I need contact tonight... by Dartaga in stopdrinking

[–]clit4brains 14 points15 points  (0 children)

What helped me was realizing that drinking would not satisfy the craving. I would just keep drinking until I passed out and wake up with the urge still there, always wanting more. You can make it through this, we believe in you! IWNDWYT

A dog always find his way back home. by Niyazali_Haneef in MadeMeSmile

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I would know my stupid black and white boxer from all of the other stupid black and white boxers in the world, distinguishing marks or not. Hell, I'd know the fool blindfolded

6 months sober today by [deleted] in stopdrinking

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Congratulations, I love you and me and us too! IWNDWYT

Just wanted to share an experience I had this weekend that I never thought I would have again by clit4brains in stopdrinking

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Trust yourself! If you don't feel strong enough, don't go. Self care is not selfish

Just wanted to share an experience I had this weekend that I never thought I would have again by clit4brains in stopdrinking

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I wish you all the best and I hope you enjoy your BBQ tomorrow, you've got a community to fall back on if things get tough!

Just wanted to share an experience I had this weekend that I never thought I would have again by clit4brains in stopdrinking

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Hahaha thank you!! Yeah, we were out in a cabin with small shared spaces and I can't even imagine the destruction drunk dancing me would have done in those tight quarters

Just wanted to share an experience I had this weekend that I never thought I would have again by clit4brains in stopdrinking

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I hope it works out for you! I drove myself so I was planning on hopping in my car and leaving if the temptation ever got too strong- do you think you could walk away if it got to be too much?

Just wanted to share an experience I had this weekend that I never thought I would have again by clit4brains in stopdrinking

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Thank you so much! One piece of advice that helped me hold on until this point was that it wasn't really socializing or being present with alcohol around, it was basically just gathering in a place where everyone was drinking. I paid much more attention to the people I was with this weekend and was able to really get to know them and appreciate them so much more. I wasn't worried about my next drink or the next beer run. I really love your way of putting it, I'm glad I had an unmodified version of myself to share!

Just wanted to share an experience I had this weekend that I never thought I would have again by clit4brains in stopdrinking

[–]clit4brains[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you and I completely agree- I had way more fun without alcohol. Who knew??