First step

[Jklassen42]

Yesterday I went to a AA meeting, it was difficult.. Not in the fact of going .. But getting there.

I was sooo weak mentally and physically.. Muscles cramping, giving out..head pounding like a jack hammer..

anxiety at a whole nother level.. I have to do this though.

I had two "almost" Panic attacks while sitting there next to 50 ppl, but I breathed and talked my way down, which was huge. Even got up and got a first day badge.

Still feeling rough, but I am on my way to being healthier, boyyy can't wait for that phase..

[Hidden]

Big step!! I remember getting my first coin. Thats what they do here. I'm ashamed to say I only made 96 days but I'm still trying.

[Jklassen42 in reply to Hidden]

Get back there! You'll have better luck the second time

[Hidden]

You’re awesome! I still haven’t worked up the courage for that my friend, so you should be proud.. it sounds really nerve racking, but in the end sounds like it went pretty well?

[Jklassen42 in reply to Hidden]

Uses its empowering to surrender and have that accountability

[Hidden in reply to Jklassen42]

Thanks for the inspiration, I know I need to soon ( Ive cut back quite a bit lately, I just need to make the final push to stop).. I’m glad to see it’s going well, it gives me reassurance that it is achievable, if I apply myself properly.

[Agora1]

Jklassen, the first step is the hardest but you did it.

I'm proud of you. Continue going forward one step at a time. xx

[Jklassen42 in reply to Agora1]

Thanks!!

[Dolphin14]

Excellent job

One day at a time.

[Jklassen42 in reply to Dolphin14]

Thanks! Yes step by step

[Hidden]

Dude you just inspired the hell out of me!! I’ve thought about doing it for smoking without the 7 steps just to get through it. You have you’re new people & positive change. If you can do it I can too

[Jklassen42 in reply to Hidden]

Damn straight, get at it my friend!!

[optimuscoolbeans]

Good job. Hard one. But you have made a great step in the right direction.

[Jklassen42 in reply to optimuscoolbeans]

Thanks

[Hidden]

The first step is the hardest! Good work!

[Hidden]

Wow that is amazing! Good for you, I hope you are proud of yourself. As they say, one day at a time🌟

[Ajrea2]

Way to go! My first months of meetings were extremely hard. Not actually going, but sitting in one spot anxiously waiting for my turn to speak. There were times where I was panicking so bad I had to walk out to get some air. There were even a few times I just left. Just know that you are not alone. I guarantee alot of those people in the room have been in your exact shoes. This was over 2 years ago for me and I want to tell you it gets better. Getting sober and staying sober has changed my life! I'm happy, healthy, calm, successful, and most of all I am proud of myself! I have peace today. I'm not saying sobriety is all rainbows and butterflies, but I can say I'm not living in a state of fear and panic everyday. Keep coming back!

[Jklassen42 in reply to Ajrea2]

Thanks! I plan too! Thank you for the reply!

[HopeWithSmile]

Jklassen42 I am so happy for you! Such a big step! Overcoming every hurdle is the only way to go for us. We just need enough strength and support.

Keep going! xx