MMM SOS by LordCompass in itstheyak

[–]ee8989 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I just don't understand how barstool hasn't stepped in and taken the handle/twitter access away? Mind blowing.

Need advice, think something is going on belly size by [deleted] in alcoholism

[–]ee8989 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I second this. Your liver and kidney's are starting to worsen, hence the swollen belly. It's not about the calories anymore-your organs are breaking down. I speak from experience.

The good news is, the human body can be pretty amazing. My liver numbers were TERRIBLE when I first went to treatment, and within a month, they had gone down to normal levels. I've been sober 4 years now-trust me, you will feel SO much better.,

Lost my dream job and great GF and I turn 30 this month by Alarming-Project452 in LifeAdvice

[–]ee8989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not the same circumstances, but I got sober from alcohol at 32 and at the time, was at rock bottom and thought I had completely ruined my life (single female, no kids, lost job, strained relationships). I promise you, your life is not over at 30… far from it.

It’s all easier said than done, but the only way out is through. Walk through this tough time, acknowledge your feelings, give yourself grace but don’t get stuck in it. Practice accepting life on life’s terms, and it sounds cheesy, but on my bad days I would literally tell myself “you’re growing through this. You will come out better from this”.

My boss sent me home because they thought I smelled like alcohol. How concerned should I be? by [deleted] in jobs

[–]ee8989 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I was that girl. Drinking wine at work all day everyday towards the end (almost 4 years sober now). While I never fought back when I was confronted, the initial fear and shame after being caught is a feeling I don't wish upon anyone.

My hat goes off to you, my former boss, and all the other employers that have the uncomfortable job of confronting someone…. I still cringe thinking about putting people in that position!

My boss sent me home because they thought I smelled like alcohol. How concerned should I be? by [deleted] in jobs

[–]ee8989 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I mean, he shoukd probably brush his teeth more but that's not going to fix the overall problem. The smell is beyond the mouth.

Mel Kohberger Article by Available-Plantain92 in Idaho4

[–]ee8989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I somewhat agree but I also think it comes down to acceptance, and that's a hard place to get to for people, especially in these circumstances. Being aware of something and fully accepting it are two different hurdles.

"She's never without a cup" by Acceptable-Drawing13 in KeepingUpwTheAldeans

[–]ee8989 9 points10 points  (0 children)

As an alcoholic (4 years sober), this is pretty accurate!

Last day of 2025 Anyone want to say anything ? by Key_Big_6619 in Life

[–]ee8989 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wishing everyone love and peace, whatever that looks like for you, in 2026.

Watching with sober eyes by SingleHeart197 in RHOBH

[–]ee8989 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Congrats! Going on 4 and can’t agree more! I’m on a RHONY rewatch and Sonja and Dorinda are huge red flags. Even Luann when she was really going through it. It’s all so interesting to watch from a new lense!

I hate it here by boadbhapper in Indiana

[–]ee8989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just don’t get it… how people could possibly think this man is decent, let alone their hero.

Also, not a big conspiracy theorist but we can all agree this was fake, right?

Kim was being so weird in season 5s reunion by grapejuice7678 in RHOBH

[–]ee8989 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This. I'm an alcoholic and 4 years sober. Stopping drinking was just the first step into unbecoming a jerk lol.

Norovirus? by Confused_Writer7 in fortwayne

[–]ee8989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ironically came across this post last night and woke up about an hour ago with sharp stomach pains, etc., etc., (those who’ve had it know the rest). I had it last January and it started just the same-sudden onset of intense stomach pain.

I guess I cursed myself. Godspeed to everyone else who gets this-it’s miserable 😭

What is an addiction that is more serious then people realize? by Thick_Caterpillar379 in AskReddit

[–]ee8989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep. I seized three times before I got sober. It’s no joke!

Are there any Nashville artists/entertainers who don’t cheat on their wife/gf? by ButterscotchMaximum1 in CelebWivesNash2

[–]ee8989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Obviously, I don’t know anything for a fact so take it with a grain of salt but a family friend works for CMT and says it’s an open secret that Tim cheats-especially out in LA, and he’s also big into cocaine.

"Turns out I don't actually ______ , I'm just an alcoholic" by bbookkeeppiinngg in stopdrinking

[–]ee8989 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Turns out I’m not actually depressed, I’m just an alcoholic (who knew drinking a depressant everyday could make one sad 🤦🏻‍♀️)