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I got help.

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Esmenonna Tue 09-Jul-19 08:21:27

Morning, everyone.
This is just a quick post as a sequel to my OP of I need help!

Last night I went to a local AA meeting. Everyone was so welcoming, that my nerves soon disappeared and I felt like I was with friends.
The man in charge told me to just listen to stories, not to compare but to see if I could identify. I learned so much in those 90 minutes.
1) I don't have to drink. Just because it's Friday, Saturday, Wimbledon's on or whatever, I don't have to drink.
2) I have a problem with alcohol because the first is never enough. I have to carry on. It doesn't relax me or make me happy. In fact, it does the opposite. Talk about a Lightbulb moment. It's not my friend, and it never was.
3) Not only is it an illness, but it's a progressive one - it will only get worse, not better.

I did learn so much more, but wanted to keep this relatively short. I am aware that the road ahead may be challenging at times, but thanks to you and your encouraging, honest and non judgmental posts, I am feeling optimistic.
I will take one day at a time. For today I will not drink.
I will get back to you all in a few weeks.
Thanks again - you are all amazing x

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Haydnpat Tue 09-Jul-19 14:17:22

Would recommend the book " Sober Curious" by Ruby Warrington.very helpful. Good luck

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Saggi Tue 09-Jul-19 14:30:26

Very well done Esmenonna.....I have a relative who is in same position as you ...she too is finding AA an astonishing support. Keep it up...how much better you must feel.

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Patticake123 Tue 09-Jul-19 14:45:26

Well done , you’ve taken the first steps to getting back in control. I wish you every success on your new journey, you’ll get there.

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hulahoop Tue 09-Jul-19 15:01:21

Well done for taking that first step and best wishes to everyone going through the same.

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Rosina Tue 09-Jul-19 15:08:06

Well done well done well done! A huge step, and every good wish to you for the courage you have shown. xx

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Hymnbook Tue 09-Jul-19 15:37:16

The first step is the hardest and you've done that well done. Be good to yourself.

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moggie57 Tue 09-Jul-19 15:42:52

lets add some songs to this ladies plight. how about "another one bites the dust".... ,substitute alcohol for a lovely cup of tea................i weaned myself off port /sherry/ a new friend said have a cup of tea instead.....it worked after a few weeks....

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Oldandverygrey Tue 09-Jul-19 15:47:01

I wish you well Esme, you can do it.

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Nannyfaraway Tue 09-Jul-19 15:48:14

Well done Esmenonna.

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annabanana Tue 09-Jul-19 17:12:43

Well done and I sincerely wish you well on your journey.

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Esmenonna Tue 09-Jul-19 17:14:30

moggie57.....I quite like...One Day At A Time, Sweet Jesus...xxx

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Gonegirl Tue 09-Jul-19 17:19:21

I was singing that song to myself only this morning! Dunno why. Apart from the fact that it's lovely.

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Parsley3 Tue 09-Jul-19 17:22:46

Well done, Esmenonna and thank you for sharing. ???

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Sussexborn Tue 09-Jul-19 18:04:55

Well done Esmenonna. Wish my mum had done the same. She might still have been with us now.

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Jcar Tue 09-Jul-19 18:29:18

Thanks to AA I am 16 years sober. You can do it - one day at a time.

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Esmerelda Tue 09-Jul-19 19:21:50

I think everyone here is really happy for you and hoping these good feelings will continue. You have been so brave and will no doubt need this courage for the road ahead, but I feel confident you will triumph. Looking forward to your next post sometime down the line. Hugs ...

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Grandmama Tue 09-Jul-19 19:22:17

A wonderful second post. It's lovely to hear how posters are doing after asking for help. This post comes over as very positive, hope you continue well, that any setbacks do not de-rail you. Keep in touch! flowers

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crazyH Tue 09-Jul-19 19:26:24

Wish my 2 brothers could have gone to AA. They would still be around .
Well done !!

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Kim19 Tue 09-Jul-19 20:40:23

You have my utmost admiration. To act so quickly on such reasonable and helpful advice is remarkable.

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Evie64 Tue 09-Jul-19 22:06:06

That takes real guts. Well done, so proud of you, as you should be of yourself!

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Tangerine Tue 09-Jul-19 22:10:45

It must have taken courage to attend that first meeting. Well done.

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Applegran Tue 09-Jul-19 22:29:17

Well done! There will be challenges ahead but you are on the path to recovery!

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chickkygran Wed 10-Jul-19 04:22:26

Well done Esmenonna. Let us know how you are getting on. There is an excellent online support group called Soberistas which might also help. Good luck

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mosaicwarts Wed 10-Jul-19 09:45:30

Well done, what an achievement. I wish my late best friend had had your courage. When she died I felt guilty for years, but eventually realised if she wouldn't do it for her Mum, she wouldn't have done it for me. xx

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dizzygran Wed 10-Jul-19 16:03:44

very well done. The first step was the hardest. keep up the good work and the meetings. If you are having a bad day. Give us a chance to sAY. dON'T OPEN THAT bottle. Take care - this is the beginning of your new life. You canbe strong. x

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