ALCOHOLICS: RECOVERY & FITNESS (Serious Only Please)

[Forge3]

The hardest part of quiting ( for me at least) was admitting that I can't have even one drink. That 1 always let to to many and put me back at the begining. Keep trying and you will get there brother.

I consider for me to drink considering my history is temporary insanity. Btw my dreams seem to be getting better since I prayed over that and thanks for the input/support.

[YearSeven]

I'm "new" to the forums. I put that in quotes because three years ago I was a regular poster here under a different name (exhibita). As of four days ago, I am 4 months sober.

I am glad I saw this thread. It really helps with my motivation to regain my old new self

[Slider59]

I'm "new" to the forums. I put that in quotes because three years ago I was a regular poster here under a different name (exhibita). As of four days ago, I am 4 months sober.

I am glad I saw this thread. It really helps with my motivation to regain my old new self

Congrats.
Keep up the good work.

[muttytwist]

I consider for me to drink considering my history is temporary insanity. Btw my dreams seem to be getting better since I prayed over that and thanks for the input/support.

Always happy to help. If this were easy we wouldn't have support threads like this.

[AlphaDog3]

I just spent an hour or so browsing this thread. I find it very informative and inspirational. My drinking has never got as bad as many in this thread and I do think I am capable of stopping. I drank often (daily), but rarely got hammered or blacked out. I never bought liquor though because that would creep up on me and lead me to hangovers. During this past January I started drinking more and was getting hangovers every day. I decided Superbowl would be a good stopping point and so far, so good. This weekend I was capable of drinking like a gentlemen.

I read the AA Big Book over the last month and it had a ton of good info. Are there any other books like this you could link me to or recommend? Any inspirational websites? I've started checking this site in the morning to try and get my mind set on the day ahead http://odb.org/. Sometimes the message doesn't really hit me, but every couple of days it seems like there is something that was written directly for me.

I have a big problem with resentment, which I think lead me to drinking more than I should. Recently at work they started a new division and a position within it would have been a promotion and great for my career. I was passed up for one of the positions. Within the last month I met and have started working with the group and they are utterly clueless and many less qualified than me. They're getting paid more than me, doing less work, contributing very little to the organization, and I am even having to train some of them. It made me bitter and filled me with a great amount of resentment towards these people, who I didn't even know; my boss, who I don't even know how much input she had on the selection; and the organization as a whole, who is just poorly run and broken. Coincidentally, this was around the time I started drinking way more than I should on a daily basis.

I am having a hard time getting over this resentment. I feel like I deserved it and I had busted my ass for years to make my bosses look good only to have been passed over. I know I just need to let it go and move on. The Almighty has a plan for me and this was not part of the plan.

Anyways, I'm very open to any suggestions for further reading in regards to trusting a higher power, not sweating the small stuff, and things of that nature. I have found it therapeutic to ask the Lord for help and faith throughout the day. Although I have always believed in God, this is not something I have done prior to this month.

[cowboybiker]

February 15, 2012
An awakening of the spirit
Page 47


"The last thing we expected was an awakening of the spirit."


Basic Text, p. 49


Few of us came to our first Narcotics Anonymous meeting aching to take a personal inventory or believing that a spiritual void existed in our souls. We had no inkling that we were about to embark on a journey which would awaken our sleeping spirits.

Like a loud alarm clock, the First Step brings us to semi-consciousness-although at this point, we may not be sure whether we want to climb out of bed or maybe sleep for just five more minutes. The gentle hand shaking our shoulders as we apply the Second and Third Steps causes us to stand up, stretch, and yawn. We need to wipe the sleep from our eyes to write the Fourth Step and share our Fifth. But as we work the Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, and Ninth Steps, we begin noticing a spring in our step and the start of a smile on our lips. Our spirits sing in the shower as we take the Tenth and Eleventh Steps. And then we practice the Twelfth, leaving the house in search of others to awaken.

We don't have to spend the rest of our lives in a spiritual coma. We may not like to get up in the morning but, once out of bed, we're almost always glad we did.


Just for Today: To awaken my sleepy spirit, I will use the Twelve Steps

[BeStill]

I just spent an hour or so browsing this thread. I find it very informative and inspirational. My drinking has never got as bad as many in this thread and I do think I am capable of stopping. I drank often (daily), but rarely got hammered or blacked out. I never bought liquor though because that would creep up on me and lead me to hangovers. During this past January I started drinking more and was getting hangovers every day. I decided Superbowl would be a good stopping point and so far, so good. This weekend I was capable of drinking like a gentlemen.

I read the AA Big Book over the last month and it had a ton of good info. Are there any other books like this you could link me to or recommend? Any inspirational websites? I've started checking this site in the morning to try and get my mind set on the day ahead http://odb.org/. Sometimes the message doesn't really hit me, but every couple of days it seems like there is something that was written directly for me.

I have a big problem with resentment, which I think lead me to drinking more than I should. Recently at work they started a new division and a position within it would have been a promotion and great for my career. I was passed up for one of the positions. Within the last month I met and have started working with the group and they are utterly clueless and many less qualified than me. They're getting paid more than me, doing less work, contributing very little to the organization, and I am even having to train some of them. It made me bitter and filled me with a great amount of resentment towards these people, who I didn't even know; my boss, who I don't even know how much input she had on the selection; and the organization as a whole, who is just poorly run and broken. Coincidentally, this was around the time I started drinking way more than I should on a daily basis.

I am having a hard time getting over this resentment. I feel like I deserved it and I had busted my ass for years to make my bosses look good only to have been passed over. I know I just need to let it go and move on. The Almighty has a plan for me and this was not part of the plan.

Anyways, I'm very open to any suggestions for further reading in regards to trusting a higher power, not sweating the small stuff, and things of that nature. I have found it therapeutic to ask the Lord for help and faith throughout the day. Although I have always believed in God, this is not something I have done prior to this month.

I read this every AM and find it helpful. http://www.daily-reflections.com/

[BackwoodsGa]

The hardest part of quiting ( for me at least) was admitting that I can't have even one drink. That 1 always let to to many and put me back at the begining. Keep trying and you will get there brother.

Very wise words my friend.Addiction is a very slippery slope.

[pharmamarketer]

3 years this month. Life is good

[muttytwist]

3 years this month. Life is good

Congrats!

[cowboybiker]

3 years this month. Life is good

Congrats my friend.
And to many many more.

[NoSlak]

Congrats dude !

[AlphaDog3]

The hardest part of quiting ( for me at least) was admitting that I can't have even one drink. That 1 always let to to many and put me back at the begining. Keep trying and you will get there brother.

That is were I am different. Sometimes I can have a few, but other times I have too many. Earlier this week I had 3 pints, didn't feel the need for anymore, and woke up feeling fine. Last night I had too much and don't feel so good today (hangover), but I have no desire to drink anymore today.

[pharmamarketer]

Thanks gents

Congrats!

Congrats my friend.
And to many many more.

Congrats dude !

[Big_Sky_Guy]

It's gonna keep getting better pm! Congrats

[chodan9]

way to go pharmamarketer!

[thepowerwithin]

3 years this month. Life is good

Great!

[supy]

3 years this month. Life is good

Huge Milestone CONGRATS, me on the otherhand havent made a meeting in 2 weeks now but i will go Thurs morning, Friday nite and Sat nite this week, and will start making regular meetings again next week or ill never get my 5 yr coin. I know all to well what happens when you stop making meetings. I want that coin and many many more. I was at my first meeting in 1986 was the relapse man for 20 yrs. Life is good today and keeps getting better. Without AA im not coaching my boys in baseball, football or basketball,not tucking my little 6 yr old bossy princess in at nite id have no wife and without her i dont know what id do. Ill get back on the meeting wagon starting Thursday morning...Good luck everyone . Rome wasnt built in a day, hence one day at a time

[Forge3]

I have not posted in here for awhile. I plan on posting something every day just for the good it can do. Tomorrow is Ash Wednesday...the beginning of lent. This is the journey into the wilderness and simplicity. My goal is to abstain of course but also get someone who is a pro to talk to. I have been proactive in reminding my doctor twice so far for a referral but he seems to forget.

[Slider59]

I have not posted in here for awhile. I plan on posting something every day just for the good it can do. Tomorrow is Ash Wednesday...the beginning of lent. This is the journey into the wilderness and simplicity. My goal is to abstain of course but also get someone who is a pro to talk to. I have been proactive in reminding my doctor twice so far for a referral but he seems to forget.

Keep after your Dr.
It's always good to have a pro to speak to.

[Forge3]

Keep after your Dr.
It's always good to have a pro to speak to.

Calling him again today. Even with a referral it can take weeks.

[Cerebrah]

Damn Congrats on the progress everyone is making. Inspiring to see a thread like this. Just recently quit smoking and trying my hardest to quit for good. Keep up the great work everyone!!

[BackwoodsGa]

Hope everyone is having a safe and sober weekend.Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

[chodan9]

have a safe and sober Sunday everyone!

[JRT6]

Weds night I told my wife at bed time about how good of a mood I had been in the last few days and that I knew the swing was coming. Yesterday it hit me like a brick to the face.

[GreenWave1]

Weds night I told my wife at bed time about how good of a mood I had been in the last few days and that I knew the swing was coming. Yesterday it hit me like a brick to the face.

Stay strong man. Stay strong.

[Deathstroke]

Staying sober, fully focused on diet and exercise for overall health purposes. I been a cross addict for almost 15 years, no drug of choice really, I'd do any drug on the table and pretty much have done every one that didn't involve a needle. And finally accepted I cannot drink socially, or just have a few, I drink everything in the house when I do. Recently I started focusing on my weaknesses including patience and self-control. I have been practicing patience with success and I feel like I am finally in control so refuse to spiral out of control again.

This week I was tested. Some of you may have heard the news story bout the missing firefighter from FL now found dead. He was a friend and someone I knew since grade 6. He was killed over a drug dispute gone bad which made the news headlines for a bit.

Still though I didn't give in and won't no matter what I am slammed with, or so I hope and believe I will not anyhow.

Congrats to those of you who've hit milestones and are staying sober, very motivating and inspirational stuff here!

[BackwoodsGa]

Being sober is truly the greatest feeling there is.21 years of sobriety,and its awesome.have a great weekend everyone.

[pharmamarketer]

Being sober is truly the greatest feeling there is.21 years of sobriety,and its awesome.have a great weekend everyone.

Congrats on 21 years sober. That is fantastic

[BeStill]

Staying sober, fully focused on diet and exercise for overall health purposes. I been a cross addict for almost 15 years, no drug of choice really, I'd do any drug on the table and pretty much have done every one that didn't involve a needle. And finally accepted I cannot drink socially, or just have a few, I drink everything in the house when I do. Recently I started focusing on my weaknesses including patience and self-control. I have been practicing patience with success and I feel like I am finally in control so refuse to spiral out of control again.

This week I was tested. Some of you may have heard the news story bout the missing firefighter from FL now found dead. He was a friend and someone I knew since grade 6. He was killed over a drug dispute gone bad which made the news headlines for a bit.

Still though I didn't give in and won't no matter what I am slammed with, or so I hope and believe I will not anyhow.

Congrats to those of you who've hit milestones and are staying sober, very motivating and inspirational stuff here!

Accepting that, "I cannot drink socially, or just have a few, I drink everything in the house when I do.", is where you have identified a problem. You have admitted that you are powerless over alcohol. This is the most important part, I believe, in recovery. I would recommend that you look into Alcoholics Anonymous. What you have written above could have come out of the big book of AA or straight from a meeting-specifically step 1 of the 12 steps. When you say that you are "focusing on my weaknesses including patience and self-control" you are actually working on a moral inventory of yourself and your character defects. That is step 4. AA focuses on the 12 steps and how to live now that you are sober. How to live happy, joyous, and free. Do a search on the 9th step promises and see if they sound appealing to you. If so check out an AA meeting-you may have to try a few until you find a group you like.

Some good advice I have heard about moods/difficult situations like yours is, go to bed sober tonight and worry about tomorrow tomorrow.

Best regards