Hi Red,,

Good job on thinking about your drinking and recognizing that it's causing problems in your life.


I can completely relate. I started writing in my journal in early 2002 that I had a problem with drinking and that I'd start next weekend. But when the weekend came, I'd always drink. It took me 3 years to get help, and even then I continued to drink periodically so I get it.


I've been sober now for almost 5 years, and honestly getting sober was the best thing I've ever done for myself. It wasn't easy but so worth it.


I'd encourage you to seek out IRL support - there's AA, SMART Recovery, and Women for Sobriety if you're female. In person support was invaluable to me.

Good luck.