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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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Hm999 Tue 09-Jul-19 11:02:40

I know that there are several people on Instagram a little further along their journey (with 'sober' in their handle)
Good luck x

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sweetcakes Tue 09-Jul-19 11:02:37

Woo hoo good for you, on wards and up wards ??☕

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Diane227 Tue 09-Jul-19 11:01:15

Great news. Wonderful to hear your positivity. Keep posting updates . X

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Blinko Tue 09-Jul-19 11:00:22

Esmenonna thanks for getting back to us and letting us know how it went. We are always interested to hear of progress. Wishing you well flowers

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Bazza Tue 09-Jul-19 10:56:54

Very well done Esmenonna for taking that first crucial step. You can do it! Let us know how it goes.

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Minerva Tue 09-Jul-19 10:48:47

What a lovely post Esmenonna.
Wishing you all the best

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MooM00 Tue 09-Jul-19 10:46:28

Esmenonna What can I say but fab news, well done your in the right place. Stick with the winners and you won't go wrong.

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4allweknow Tue 09-Jul-19 10:44:00

No words to describe how brave you are. Well done!

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NotSpaghetti Tue 09-Jul-19 10:38:26

Good for you! And good luck for today, and then tomorrow...

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NemosMum Tue 09-Jul-19 10:36:47

Well done Esmenonna! You can do it!

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Sara65 Tue 09-Jul-19 10:19:39

Very brave, I’m sure it can’t have been easy
Good luck

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grannytotwins Tue 09-Jul-19 10:14:30

This is fantastic news. Keep us posted with your progress. You will make progress as we are all here to support you.

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midgey Tue 09-Jul-19 10:14:00

Brilliant, well done you!

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sylviann Tue 09-Jul-19 10:03:18

Well done keep it up xxxxx

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Missfoodlove Tue 09-Jul-19 09:30:13

How liberating. I wish you every success.

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Gonegirl Tue 09-Jul-19 09:20:47

That is so good. Best wishes.

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Glammy57 Tue 09-Jul-19 08:57:16

Good news, Esmenonna! Please keep us posted... ??

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sodapop Tue 09-Jul-19 08:52:06

Well done Esmenonna You have taken the first step towards reclaiming your life. Keep going to the meetings and let us know how you are doing. Good luck.

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Grannycool52 Tue 09-Jul-19 08:50:22

Well done Esmenonna. You can be very proud that you have taken the first step. Keep in touch on Gransnet - you have our support.

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leyla Tue 09-Jul-19 08:49:00

Well done. My friends who go to AA seem to have found a world of support and friendship there. Stay strong x

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M0nica Tue 09-Jul-19 08:46:50

There will be bad days as well as good, but what a start - and we are always here to will you on.

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TwiceAsNice Tue 09-Jul-19 08:41:38

Well done you! The groups are so good. Keep going and let us know how you get on

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Esmenonna Tue 09-Jul-19 08:35:53

BlueBelle, I was thinking that last night !

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wildswan16 Tue 09-Jul-19 08:30:48

Wow - well done and "one day at a time" is the way forward as you say. Pop back in a few weeks, or whenever you feel the need. flowers

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grannylyn65 Tue 09-Jul-19 08:27:43

Well done you x I have now been sober 34 years. One day at a time. All the best ??

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