Hi RachelGreen

Don't worry about the slow turnaround on this forum. I come in here once a day and sometimes find that there are no new posts at all! It is just the way it works.

I am days away from being 1 month sober from alcohol. There was a time I never thought I could be sober. Like you, I felt alone and felt like crap (emotionally and mentally, physically I was fine). I also drank "to feel better". Thing is, I wasn't feeling better at all. I was going to bed drunk every night, not remembering half the evening and royally p*issing off my husband.

Quitting has released me from a demon of many years. While it has been hard, I think I have had an easier time than most. And for that I am very grateful. It may not be as easy for you. But you've made the utmost important step - you've acknowledged your addiction and you've acknowledged that this journey you're about to begin may not be easy.

We will be with you every step of the way (even if the forum is quiet sometimes). Stick with us and post as much as you feel you need to, especially in the beginning days.

I wish you much strength and you are welcome to chat with me anytime you like.