New to Drink Free

[Nemodog]

Hi everyone. I'm glad to have joined the community; this is something I should have done years ago.

My drinking has become increasingly problematic and now, as well as damaging my relationship with the people I care about the most, it's also starting to impact my work and health. So, I've decided to take control of drink, rather than the other way around.

A question for the community; what do you do to stave off that desire for a drink, especially when you're tired, stressed or even feeling in the mood for a celebration?

[LilyAnnepuppy Ambassador]

Welcome to the community. Great decision.

One of the main things I do is to just not take a drink a day at a time. Sometimes it’s one moment at a time.

Another thing I do is talk to other alcoholics like me. It takes one to know one and it’s easier to get through the day with support.

Come on to this group every day and post. Hopefully you’ll get the help you need.

It’s not for everyone but there is Alcoholics Anonymous. If you’re so inclined.

I haven’t had a drink in awhile and don’t miss the chaotic life of active alcoholism. It is a very uncomfortable, lonely place to be.

Keep coming back.

[Nemodog in reply to LilyAnnepuppy]

Thank you.