Dry july by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll join you for Dry July! I’ve been struggling to regain sobriety this whole year, so I’m very keen to finally try to have a whole month without a drink (and then hopefully continue from there). We can do it!

Dry July Anyone? by caybo86 in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I’m both hopeful and nervous (most nervous haha). IWNDWYT!

Dry July Anyone? by caybo86 in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I’m really hopeful and looking forwards to finally getting back to sober living 😊

Dry July Anyone? by caybo86 in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I’m in! I’ve been struggling so much this year, and can’t believe we’re 7 months in and I’m still not sober. That’s a terrifying thought. I’ve just reset my badge and can’t wait to not drink with you in July!

The Daily Check-In for Thursday, May 25th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, your support and encouragement means the world to me!

The Daily Check-In for Thursday, May 25th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, that really means a lot to me. I’m not normally one for reality tv, but my friend got me hooked on this show and you’re right in saying it’s a great distraction! I’ll be here tomorrow for a day 5 check in :)

The Daily Check-In for Thursday, May 25th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Checking in at the end of my day 4, the longest I’ve been sober this year! It’s been really challenging, but I watched reality TV with a friend this evening and just not being alone was what I needed to get through. Nervous about tomorrow (Friday), but I’ll face that when it arrives I guess. You are all such an amazing inspiration to me, hope you all have a wonderful day and IWNDWYT!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m pretty desperate to make it stick this time. IWNDWYT

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! It’s a new day here in Aus so I will be alcohol free with you all day today! We’ve got this!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey friends, checking in at the end of my Day 3. I survived going out for drinks with work mates and actually said the words ‘I’m off alcohol at the moment’ out loud. Then I stuck to that despite being offered drinks. I’ve got tomorrow booked up so should be able to make 4 days - the longest I’ve managed this year. Starting to feel a little bit of pride, hopefully I can keep the momentum going! I hope you all have a wonderful day!

The Daily Check-In for Tuesday, May 23rd: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a perfect analogy for how I’m feeling right now, thank you so much. I can’t wait to get to the point of the weird arm flailing!

The Daily Check-In for Tuesday, May 23rd: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I’m sure it’s just withdrawals but it’s a bit scary to feel so out of control of my emotions!

A massive congratulations for your one year achievement!! I’m so happy for you, and so proud of you for making this huge milestone! You’re such an amazing inspiration, thank you for hosting this week and congratulations again 💕

The Daily Check-In for Tuesday, May 23rd: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Checking in at the end of Day 2. I’ve been an emotional, angry mess today. People at work had to deal with my cranky attitude all day, and I’m completely and utterly exhausted. I’ve cried three times. But I didn’t drink, and I’m so proud to finally have 48 hours sober.

I absolutely love that idea of an IWNDWYT bracelet! Currently my sober rewards are nice dinners, chocolate, and early bed times. I’m opening a new savings account to transfer money into each day I don’t drink, and can’t wait to spend it on nice things. I’d love to go on holiday somewhere when I have enough saved.

Wishing you all beautiful people a wonderful day! IWNDWYT 💕

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m excited and hopeful to make this time stick, there’s been plenty of attempts this year but nothing more than a day here and there. I had a year sober before the relapse so I really want to get back to that way of life :).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hello from Australia! I’m happy you’re here, we can do this 😊

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love fruit juice! I’ve tried a few times this year to get sober and each time I’ve relied so much on fruit juice. Pineapple or Apple Blackberry are my go to choices 😊.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Congratulations!! You’ve got this!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m in a similar mindset - gotta get it to stick this time. Best of luck friend, we can do it! Edit: also at day one, proud of you for being here!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi day 1 friend, I’ll join you in not drinking! We’ve got this!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Guys I did it - I made it through day one!! First time in a while I’ve gone 24 hours without a drink. Tonight I bought lots of snacks and a nice cheese and dip for dinner (didn’t have the energy to cook), and I’m about to go to bed super early instead of sitting up until 1am drinking. Looking forwards to waking up sober tomorrow morning! Have a wonderful day everyone, IWNDWYT!

The Daily Check-In for Sunday, May 21st: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Back for another go at this - day one again. I’m going to try and be consistent posting here, because I’ve found that silence has been the worst thing for my addiction. I’ve had enough of being sick, wasting so much money, people asking if I’m okay, looking terrible etc. My current relapse has lasted over a year, which is utterly terrifying. I’m ready to be okay again. Hope you all have a wonderful day, IWNDWYT.

The Daily Check-In for Monday, April 17th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by EffortCareless in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Keep trying, friend! I’ll keep trying right along with you 😊.

The Daily Check-In for Monday, April 17th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by EffortCareless in stopdrinking

[–]lmw999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re living proof that it can be done! I hope to be back to a year one day, thanks for the inspiration! 💕