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[Groovygirl78]

I’m discharging this week from a partial program and I’m super nervous. I quit drinking on the weekends and I wanna keep that up too

[gajh]

Hello and Welcome. I am glad you have joined us. What do they offer for support following discharge?

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

I will see my personal therapist and med management.

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

You can get so much support here.

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

Thank you. I hope so

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

What do you think the most challenging part is going to be for you? Do you have a good support system?

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

I don’t except my daughter so it will

Be tough.

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

I am so glad that you do have a therapist.

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

Me too. She is helpful so that’s good

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

Did you learn some good coping skills during the program that you think you will be able to use once you are home?

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

I did. I just have to remember to use them. That’s the most important

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

That is always the hardest part. Do you feel comfortable sharing a little bit more about what you are going through? I have depression, anxiety, and agoraphobia.

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

Depression and anxiety and my trigger is my boyfriend who I live with right now

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

Is he supportive at all or only triggering?

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

Only triggering. I am hoping to move in ten months when lease is up. He lied to keep me here and I fell for it.

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

Oh I am so sorry. 10 months is a long time. I hope you find ways to take care of yourself through this.

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

It is. Unfortunately have a lease

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

Do you have time to yourself or are you always with him?

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

He ignores me most of the time so I can get time by self

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

I just read your other post. I am really glad you are here seeking support. What do you enjoy doing? I love reading.

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

I do like to read but need more hobbies too I know. I like exercise but it’s been tough trying that lately

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

What kind of hobbies are you interested in?

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

I think I’d like crocheting I’m just not that good at it yet. And outdoor stuff like hiking

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

It is ok if you aren't good at it yet. You can just play around with it and see what happens. Will you have the opportunity to go hiking or get outdoors?

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

I can make the opportunity to do those things. It’s just tough sometimes to want to do them

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

Oh I totally understand that. I am not motivated to do anything.

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

Yes it sucks. I’ve been trying to change that thought process. Also I find that I focus on my boyfriend which keeps me from doing things

[gajh in reply to Groovygirl78]

Yes it is going to be hard not to focus on him. Try to put your self care first. I know that is easier said than done.

[Groovygirl78 in reply to gajh]

I agree. I will

Have to do that

[Rufus07 in reply to Groovygirl78]

I like to crochet also. I haven’t done it in quite a while but should get back into it. I even bought yarn a while back and forgot about it. Thanks for the reminder 🙂. A good thing to start with is dish rags. One simple stitch. Good luck and I hope you have a good day!

[Groovygirl78 in reply to Rufus07]

Thank you. Dish rags I never thought of doing those

[Rufus07 in reply to Groovygirl78]

I got scrubby yarn to help clean better, but regular works great too!

[Rufus07 in reply to Rufus07]

They have specific cotton yarn for the dish rags.

[Weatherwoman in reply to Rufus07]

I like to crochet, too! Am not good at it. However, I joined a knit/crochet group at our main library which meets every week. There are about 20 of us in the group --mostly about ten people show up every week, or every other week. Everyone in that group are Very Advanced knitters, and crocheters --I mean, they are Outstanding --doing beautiful work which I can only admire. Me, & one other woman in this group are Not good at crocheting; but, I will tell you that it really doesn't matter as NO once cares how good, or not good you are. And, I have found one women who loves to teach, and has helped me with my project. I, also, get inspiration from the Excellent crocheters. I don't have a lot of patience & know if I could concentrate better, I would improve with my following a pattern. But, my point in writing this is Don't stop going to a class, group, of whatever you like to do because you are not good at it. People will want to help you if you let them!

[Groovygirl78 in reply to Weatherwoman]

I will have to see if there are any groups new me too. So I can get out of the house more

[Weatherwoman in reply to Groovygirl78]

Good! Maybe classes, too! They used to have knit/crochet classes at Craft Stores, but think they all moved to podcast, not sure!

[Angil64]

Hi

Maybe go to AA meeting in your area. Keep busy. Do things to keep your mind off of drinking. I have anxiety and when I keep myself busy it acts up less. I really hope you do well. Try to stay positive and good luck !!

[Groovygirl78 in reply to Angil64]

Thank you. I do need to keep busy

[boojiboo]

aa meetings?

[boojiboo]

aa meetings?

[casablancalover14]

Hello, good luck when you get discharged. That is wonderful about stopping the weekend drinking. You will feel a lot better when you have a clear mind. Let me know how things go, I'm here to listen anytime.🫠

[Groovygirl78 in reply to casablancalover14]

Thank you. Yea it’s tough on weekends. I didn’t do A.A. since I was just a weekend drinker but not sure. They seem more hard core drinking than that but maybe it’s my perception

[casablancalover14 in reply to Groovygirl78]

Yeah, it's everyone's decision if they want to go to AA. Whatever you decide, just do it for you. You are the one who counts!😇😇