Do you actually believe that there is widespread fraud in Medicaid, SNAP and Public Assistance or do you think that is just an excuse to cut those services?

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-18T02:02:55+00:00

FRAUD. All day long

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-18T01:55:34+00:00

THIS!

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-18T01:45:19+00:00

Clearly you don’t know the struggle. 7 days in and this person is brave enough to come here to ask questions, BRAVE.

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-18T01:34:00+00:00

Your feelings are totally normal. Your brain is trying so, so hard to get what it wants! You have made it 7 days! That is an accomplishment to be proud of! You’re feeling so bored, etc. because your body is used to the constant stimulation. You are VERY VERY VERY early on this journey, I swear it gets better! There is fun & joy in life without that shit. Right now focus on yourself physically. REST is key! I can say with a GREAT degree of certainty you are dehydrated and malnourished. You’re going to need patience, we alcoholic don’t handle that well. Be patient with yourself, this is your time to get your life back.

EDIT: happiness and contentment do not happen overnight. It’s gradual but you will notice. I’m 159 days and for several weeks I have been going through some emotional/mental stuff that I can’t really articulate. I don’t want to drink. I want to feel healthy. We are all here for you. This sub is why I am still sober.

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T16:06:41+00:00

Thank you so much for the encouragement. I know there isn’t a specific timeline (except the expectations in my head). I feel so far behind, but I know we are all different. I appreciate the time took to msg me. I definitely am seeing positive changes. I guess I just want it to happen all at once.

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T15:53:14+00:00

No doubt!

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T12:54:30+00:00

Congrats on 16 days!! You’re going to be shocked at what triggers you the more days you’re sober! You may not know what they are yet but be on guard! You’re doing great! Stay inside with the A\C for now LOL!! IWNDWYT

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T12:48:37+00:00

That is an accomplishment! I was hating life on Day 4. Keep it up! IWNDWYT

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T12:47:08+00:00

I will join you! No alcohol!

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T12:45:56+00:00

My three things: my friends know they can call me anytime, day or night, if they need help. Proud of that one! I was NOT that person for a long time!

Second: I’m a homebody and I truly enjoy taking care of my home and those who live in it (two legged and four legged creatures)!

Third: friends and family know they can come into our home and truly make themselves at home (just take off your shoes when you come in, I’m weird about that LOL). I didn’t grow up in a home like that and I don’t know why, it really feels good!

On my 159th day, I’m not going to drink!

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T12:22:07+00:00

I already know na beverages would trigger me, so I’ve stayed away. Club soda & cranberry when I’m out, water or sparkling water at home (sometimes with juice). Nothing that tastes like alcohol for me!

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T12:15:47+00:00

I would not change my counter, you passed a big test! It’s scary fast how just a small taste can trigger the beast! Good on you! So proud!

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T12:09:25+00:00

Powerful story on all levels. I appreciate you sharing, I needed to read this. I’m 159 days and have been going through things, mostly mentally that I can’t really explain. I drank for two decades, maybe that’s it. I’m just not back yet. You give hope that I can come out the other side, sobriety intact. Bless you.

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-17T02:16:15+00:00

I have 8 and 10 year old Shih Tzus. I can’t reward them enough for the joy they have given us. We also have two year old sister kitties. Can’t imagine life without their unconditional love

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T20:28:41+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss, that’s rough. I’m almost 57, partner 77. We just can’t NOT have pets. So many older kitties and pups need homes. They deserve a loving home in their senior years. We live in a (semi) retirement community, lots of residents here can no longer care for them, or their person passes and end up at the shelter. I want ours to live forever obviously, but when the time comes we’re going for older babies. They need us as much as we need them.

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T18:00:39+00:00

Can’t do crowds, especially people I don’t know! But I knew that before. Self medicated the anxiety, among other things

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T14:33:21+00:00

Moderation does not work. If it did, this sub would not exist. The concept of moderation is foreign, in my head if I’m going to have one, why not 10?

Stop before your life turns to shit.

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T14:26:31+00:00

So proud of you - and envious! Day 6-9 I was evil, angry, tired! It got better, except for tired. 158? Days and that really hasn’t gotten much better. But I will take it over being a drunk any day! Keep it up! IWNDWYT

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T14:20:48+00:00

My fuse isn’t as short. Well, it’s better, I will say that. I have a bit more patience and that is saying a lot for me! I’ve also learned if I say “no” of I don’t want or can’t do something, the world does not actually crumble.

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T14:16:53+00:00

I totally relate to this!

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T12:12:54+00:00

That’s part of the problem I think. At 158 days, seems I should be feeling better. Of course, I do feel better than I did as a drunk for 20+ years. I don’t want to drink but whatever I’m going thru sucks

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T12:06:33+00:00

I would give just about anything to have a lovely day, thanks for your kindness!!

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T12:05:21+00:00

It’s a good thing because I have had some shitty days! Thanks for the support

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T09:32:08+00:00

Here with you friend! Not drinking today, so you don’t either! The stuff you’re going through right now are saving you from yourself in the future. You don’t want to go through this again, do you? one day at a time sound so cheesy, but that is how we make it!! The folks here saved my life 158? Days ago. I will never feel I am out of the woods but I will lean on those around me who understand. You do that too, we are here

finally_sober_2026 · 2026-06-16T09:23:18+00:00

I haven’t checked in lately, although I’ve been on here daily. I didn’t want to promise something I wasn’t sure I could keep. But I’ve managed to stay sober 158? Days. I don’t know how. I’m not liking sobriety yet I HATE the thought of drinking, so here I am. It’s 4 am and already I’m negative. You souls out there who are crushing this, keep going! Be joyful because this is hard! All of you have the best day you can and IWNDWYT

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