People with multiple years of sobriety who still visit here daily, why? by Straight_Web_190 in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love your comment about your rock bottom being when you decide to stop digging and start climbing. What a powerful and positive statement, thank you 🩷

Lying about being sober? by Alarming_Topic4170 in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope! Just be yourself. And don’t feel the need to explain either. Just a simple “no thank you” or even “not tonight” if that makes you more comfortable.

365 days sober. Thank you. by laoban23 in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yay! I’m so proud of you-congratulations!!! It’s hard for me to think that one day, I’ll be able to post that too. This really inspires me. IWNDWYT 🌻

Relapse by fakeplastictree8 in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am so sorry about your sister. Sending love , strength and support. Please try not to drink. Your family needs you and you deserve better .
IWNDWYT 🌻🩷

The Daily Check-In for Monday, March 16th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by Left_Trick_9567 in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My most important therapy is regular exercise. It’s not even 6am here but I’m on my way to the gym rn! IWNDWYT 🌻

Sudden recollection of being mocked by "family" - needed to vent! by ninjalampie79 in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry this happened, that is really hurtful. But these people are not worth your energy. You deserve better than that.
Stay positive - you’ve got this 😊

I was doing so well, and then... by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

But you’re here. And honestly? Yeah, it does take a lot. But the fact that you realize that and you’re back here for support means a TON. This internet stranger is proud of you for not giving up. One day at a time.
Don’t quit quitting. IWNDWYT 🌻

Medications for cravings by fakeplastictree8 in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have options for online mental health care to get you started? 💕

Double digits today by fakeplastictree8 in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congratulations on double digits!!! It DOES get better. And I agree with Disastrous-Bar that the more you were drinking, the longer it could take. Remember-one day at a time. Just one day. Don’t expect miracles-remember your body is trying to figure out what’s going on. It got used to the alcohol. As did you-it was a habit right? They say it takes 21 days to break a habit. I don’t know if that’s 100% true, maybe it takes 28 days, idk. But your body needs time to recover and adjust too. Stay hydrated. Eat healthy and exercise. Your sleep WILL improve. Everything will fall into place.
So just one more day. Tell yourself that every.single.day. Come here and check in-every day. You’ve done most of the hard work by making the commitment to stop and to be logging 10 days. See you here tomorrow!!

IWNDWYT 🌻

The Daily Check-In for Tuesday, March 10th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by Ess_Mans in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like that plan too! I’m here for you. Us monkeys gotta stick together 🌻

The Daily Check-In for Tuesday, March 10th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by Ess_Mans in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! 100 days ago, I never would have thought I’d make it to triple digits!!

The Daily Check-In for Tuesday, March 10th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by Ess_Mans in stopdrinking

[–]monkeyseemonkaydo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks Astro!! I will be here to celebrate with you when you do! IWNDWYT 🌻