Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending. – Carl Bard
In this circle, we hope to provide a place to write about your experiences clearly and truthfully. Whether you are the addicted person or a person touched by another’s addiction, you are welcome here to share your journey. Our community is here to provide support. Remember – recovery is an opportunity and we are all here to help those of you seeking to regain a healthy mind, body, and spirit.
In this circle, we hope to provide a place to write about your experiences clearly and truthfully. Whether you are the addicted person or a person touched by another’s addiction, you are welcome here to share your journey. Our community is here to provide support. Remember – recovery is an opportunity and we are all here to help those of you seeking to regain a healthy mind, body, and spirit.
Addiction & Recovery Circle
Day 8
Another down day. I cant talk about it.
Day 8
Today was harder than yesterday and I'm not even sure why. I caught myself thinking about drinking pretty much most of the day. Distractions didn't seem to work. The Valium helped a bit but not enough. It's like an itch. Keep telling myself that if I just have 1 I'll be okay. Which is of…
Day 7
One week! Today was actually really good. I was at home most of the day alone and kept myself busy with my dogs and gardens. And then just relaxing. I have a bit of a downward stage this afternoon so I did have a Valium. But that's only 1 for today which is a great…
Day 6
Today was an achievement. I have a habit of every Wednesday finishing work at 12.30pm and starting drinking. Always. I couldn't get it out of my head. I even went to the alcohol store and sat outside in my car for about 15 minutes. Reminding myself of why I'm getting sober and also the horrible&h...
Day 5
Day 5. And yes I'm still counting it as day 5 since yesterday was only a couple sips. Still felt sick and tired for most of the day today. However I did actually go to work today aswell. Which wasn't horrible. I did okay. I felt sick and tired but I did okay. Thought about…
Day 4
Today i made a mistake. I spent the entire day AGAIN thinking about nothing but alcohol. So I gave in because I'm weak and stupid. Except... I had less than 1 can of vodka and realized my mistake. Because the disulfiram kicked in!!! It's made to stop the breakdown of alcohol in your body and…
Day 3
Day 3.... its been the worst so far. I've waken up thinking of drinking. And had the thought in my head all day. It's 5.39pm right now and I've given my keys to my husband so I cant drive anyway and get anything. I've had the Valium. And I've the other drugs. I'm drinking water.…
Day 2
As yesterday was my first day sober and I obviously didn't think about writing about it. Then I'll start with day 2. It's been actually not horrible. I have Valium yo keep away withdrawals and also disulfiram to encourage not drinking (as it makes you sick if you drink on it) I've been lucky enou...
Rock bottom
What is that, anyway? I know I've heard that is different for people. I wonder, does a person have to hit "rock bottom" before they quit drinking? It is a legitimate question for me. There are some times when I thought I hit it. I would stop drinking for a few days, maybe a week. …
Relationships with addicts
I spent a lot more time here than usual the last week or so and I’ve read a surprising amount of entries from people who are confused/hurt/frustrated about what to do with their alcoholic/addict significant other. This hits home for me as I was/am the alcoholic, have been sober for over 6 years a...