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#226
Jan 12, 2017, 04:26 PM
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I just celebrated 8 months clean this week. I would’ve had 2 years this month, but had a 5 day relapse back in May. At that point I put myself back into treatment and today feel stronger than ever in my recovery.
I stay a little bit scared though because I know that addict in me is strong and wants nothing more than to destroy me. I’ve been staying motivated and focused by going to 2-3 meetings a week. I go to the ones at my treatment center. They are a bit different than 12 step program, but they work great for me. I also go to counseling, exercise, hang out with positive people and have created a great routine in life. So overall today I am doing really well. I’m happy to be back on the forum and hope to talk to you all. |
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#227
Jan 12, 2017, 04:29 PM
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#228
Jan 12, 2017, 04:35 PM
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#229
Jan 12, 2017, 04:52 PM
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Emgreen, it is I who owes an apology! I think you did the right thing for you just as I did the right thing for me. I should have been more clear. I was trying to point out that sometimes you have to take prescribed pain meds because not to could be dangerous, as in cause drug seeking behavior. I wasn't meaning to disparage you or your recovery, I'm sorry.
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#231
Jan 16, 2017, 04:29 PM
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I started aftercare at my rehab today. It was kind of nice to see a bunch of people I knew, who I'd been in IOP with who finished before me.
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#233
Jan 16, 2017, 09:41 PM
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30 days. Nearing the end of the day, but still, 30 days today!
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| emgreen, Misssy2, notz, waggiedog
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#234
Jan 17, 2017, 03:25 AM
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30 days is a HUGE milestone! Once somebody has been sober for a few years, the compulsion to drink goes away one day at a time. I remember when I was new to sobriety, each day was plagued by passing thoughts about drinking. In my mind, the newly sober people display an amazing degree of self-control. It can be damned DIFFICULT at first, but keep hanging on. Believe me, you will see your life & moods get better. Way to go!
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| childofchaos831, waggiedog
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#235
Jan 17, 2017, 07:34 AM
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Way to go childofchaos. 30 days is huge. Keep up the good work, one day at a time. You can do this.
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"I danced in the morning when the world was begun. I danced in the moon and the stars and the sun". From my favourite hymn. "If you see the wonder in a fairy tale, you can take the future even if you fail." Abba
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#236
Jan 17, 2017, 08:55 AM
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my addiction is winning
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"I'm not crazy, I'm just a little unwell" (My girlfriend had this ringtone for my phone calls...lol) Bipolar 1 Anxiety Current Medications: Lorazepam Zoloft Abilify Gabapentin 
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#237
Jan 17, 2017, 09:12 AM
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This has been going on for quite some time, Misssy. Perhaps I should mind my own business, but maybe it's time you sought some help...be it AA/NA meetings, inpatient, or outpatient treatment, etc. My experience was that until I made a move to do something about it, my substance abuse kept beating my arse. Keeping good thoughts for you...
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| Misssy2, waggiedog
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#238
Jan 17, 2017, 11:41 AM
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Hey everyone! Just wanted to check in this morning and say hello. Congrats everyone on there clean/sober time. I know some days are difficult, but just try to do your best. Your best may vary from day to day depending on how you feel etc.. but you can do it!
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Jan 17, 2017, 04:42 PM
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And today marks an entire month. I am planning on getting my chip tonight, at an 8pm meeting. It is nearing 4pm now. At the ENT for a follow up of a sinus infection (where I learned I am allergic to sulfa drugs). Still having issues, but apparently this year the allergen numbers are off the charts, and everybody is miserable...
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#242
Jan 17, 2017, 05:15 PM
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Naiwen, welcome to Psych Central. Sorry you suffer from addictions.
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Jan 19, 2017, 08:44 AM
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#248
Jan 20, 2017, 04:54 PM
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My noon AA meeting was about half the size it generally is on Friday. I guess a lot of people stayed home to watch the inaguration...the thought of which is nearly enough to make me drink again (kidding!).
 Seriously, though, a woman who was days short of her six months went back out for a day. She was corageuous in admitting it at a meeting, & should feel proud that she only went out for a single day. I'm not sure I could do that...I'm afraid one drink could send me out on a LONG bender. Been there, done that.
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#249
Jan 20, 2017, 05:43 PM
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I think it's been about a month since I drank. Last time I went down that path, I felt like utter crap for days after, so I have tried to abstain. I don't know how long it will last, but at least I am trying
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#250
Jan 20, 2017, 09:38 PM
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