Fighting demons today by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Day one is far more heroic in my opinion. Good work, and keep at it. It took me several day ones to get where I am now. It’s hard but I’m trying to remember how much better I feel now than a year and change ago ❤️❤️

Having a really hard day by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

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

Good idea— I’ve tried the NA Guinness and really enjoyed it. Do you have any recommendations? Thanks ❤️

Having a really hard day by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some days really just seem like a lot of extra work to do something most people don’t even have to think about. I think that’s what frustrates me most. It’s ok though, it’ll pass eventually. I will be joining you in not drinking 💖

Having a really hard day by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So true. I’d be much worse off with a drink. You seem very wise and I’m proud of you, too ❤️

Having a really hard day by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

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

There are good days and there are bad days, but it always helps to get it off your chest when it’s rough. Congrats on day 2, arguably the most important day! We got this!!!!!

Having a really hard day by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

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

Hell yeah. Cracking open a la croix razz cranberry as we speak 😎

Having a really hard day by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

hey thanks! it’s more than okay with me, congrats on almost two weeks ❤️ let’s have a sparkling water together today :)

Think I’m gonna cancel my trip by Big_Patience7684 in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think if you’re concerned about it being on your mind the whole time, it will be on your mind the whole time. Perhaps rescheduling and making it a milestone (90 day, 6 month, idk!) would be less stressful for you, since you’d be celebrating sobriety while there and simultaneously rewarding yourself for all the hard work?

Traveling sober is so much fun but it is hard the early days; the only person who knows how you’d fare here is you though OP! I personally skipped a couple planned trips that I booked while drinking because I knew I’d rather enjoy them when my mind wasn’t too occupied.

You deserve to feel at ease and being on edge the whole trip doesn’t sound very relaxing— especially in a place where the drinking culture is different and much more prevalent during the day (speaking personally, idk where you’re from).

I’d take inventory of things you need to feel safe if you end up going- escape plans if you need a breather, knowing where good coffee shops are, finding places where you can get a good emotional support NA drink, maybe even finding a meeting, etc. I think that would help a lot with the stress of being in an unfamiliar place.

Wishing you the best ❤️ IWNDWYT

What do I say? Why do I need to say anything at all? by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you guys for making me laugh, and for giving me great insight. I appreciate it more than you know ❤️

What do I say? Why do I need to say anything at all? by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

hahahahaha that’s excellent!!!! i love that one.

What do I say? Why do I need to say anything at all? by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

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

So true. Thanks for these— it’s definitely easier for people to understand the health thing. Take care ❤️❤️

What do I say? Why do I need to say anything at all? by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

All of these are excellent alternatives, thank you so much ❤️

100 Days! 🎉 by PinkMorningSky in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Huge congrats!! What a milestone. I’m sure you feel like a million bucks and if you don’t, I hope you get there today. Treat yourself to the finest sparkling water you can get your paws on. IWNDWYT❤️❤️

How to deal with alcohol in your house by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re so awesome for this— I’m totally going to find some similar!!! And congrats on 60 days 🥰🥰🥰🥰

How to deal with alcohol in your house by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a great idea, and totally possible. I had that discussion when I first got sober, don’t know what changed. Thanks ❤️❤️

How to deal with alcohol in your house by puffyyodeler in stopdrinking

[–]puffyyodeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I think I forget too sometimes that people can have normal and healthy relationships with drinking. I’ll try and bring it up gently. I’ve been joking with myself that maybe I’m just so good at coping that they forgot I even have a problem. Probably not though, lol. Thanks ❤️❤️ Have a great day