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11-11-2023, 03:16 PM #811
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11-11-2023, 03:16 PM #812
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11-12-2023, 06:46 AM #813
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11-12-2023, 03:29 PM #814
Okay, I gotcha! That's awesome, a 90 day inpatient was probably pretty helpful. I'm sure you did learn a lot; were they pretty rigorous with counseling/classes? I did a 28 day stay in inpatient and M-F was packed with a bunch of different classes, counseling, and activities that we had to participate in.
Congratulations on those 90+ days and getting the three month chip. That's a huge milestone! Do you go to meetings pretty regularly? I know that some people get a lot of benefit in doing the 90 in 90. For those who have not heard of that, its 90 meetings in 90 days.Miscer in recovery: clean date 03/30/22
“The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety, it is connection" - Johann Hari
My Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy1OyYHH6uYzP8FqHGaP-eg
YT Gaming Channel:
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11-15-2023, 09:47 AM #815
Thanks! Right now I am trying to hit about 2-3 meetings per week and i'm also starting outpatient soon. With my work schedule and IOP I wont be able to do many meetings per week but i'm excited for IOP because coming back to my apartment after being surrounded by people for three months and now being alone is quite a shock
Angels
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12-01-2023, 05:51 PM #816
Hey, whats going on boyos?!?! ****, it seems like only a day or two that it was the middle of November! Crazy that we will be hitting 2024 in 31 days. Sorry for not posting here recently, I've been keeping relatively busy. I have been doing well, I hit 20 months of sobriety a day ago!
How has everyone else been? I hope that your recovery has been going well and that the sober life is treating you well! Does anyone have any victories that they would like to share? Or any challenges that have been going on so we can support you as best as possible.Miscer in recovery: clean date 03/30/22
“The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety, it is connection" - Johann Hari
My Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy1OyYHH6uYzP8FqHGaP-eg
YT Gaming Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmL9RZ6hY9L9jFwb1jOKn1w
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12-01-2023, 06:13 PM #817
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12-01-2023, 07:48 PM #818
Great job to you and Jreacher both on your Milestones!
Right now I am struggling with a couple of my family members not including me in something I used to enjoy doing with them years ago before I had a real bad alcohol problem. Even though I’m a year sober I am still not included. It makes me feel very, very bad, sad, and angry.
I guess I just have to realize that part of my life is over, and I just have to get used to it as a new fact of life. It’s just weird being excluded and awkward to me.
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12-02-2023, 10:59 AM #819
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12-02-2023, 03:44 PM #820
Thank you! And damn, congrats on 5 years, that's amazing!
Thank you! I'm sorry to hear about that, I imagine that that has been extremely challenging. Is there any hope that with continued recovery that you can rebuild those relationships? I know that that is not always possible.Miscer in recovery: clean date 03/30/22
“The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety, it is connection" - Johann Hari
My Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy1OyYHH6uYzP8FqHGaP-eg
YT Gaming Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmL9RZ6hY9L9jFwb1jOKn1w
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12-07-2023, 03:14 PM #821
How is everyone doing? I've had a bit of a rough and depressing week. Nothing bad has happened, but that's just how my depression is. It can come and go on a whim lol although this time of year is typically more difficult for me. The change in the weather (although I do enjoy the cold) and change in daylight messes with my depression. October-January also has most of my anniversarys of bad events, like being tased and arrested on Christmas. So, this time of year is also usually when my substance use would increase. I need to be extra vigilant this time of year to keep my recovery and I safe.
Today has been a really good day though. I didn't sleep much, but managed to gather the energy and motivation to do a deep clean of my room and of my self. Took out trash, organized ****, washing my bed sheets, shaved, showered, etc lol. It feels really nice to be all clean and neat. I am extremely grateful that I have a roof over my head and a room to myself with a clean, comfy bed as well as the ability to shower and get nice and clean. Followed up with the numerous options of food that I can prepare and eat. I find that practicing gratitude for all the "small" things in life really helps bolster my recovery during times of challenge.
I feel bad about not really working out for the past two weeks. But I am hoping to hit the gym tomorrow and I am contemplating making a YouTube video today just talking about stuff since I am in the mood for it. I've been trying to take advantage of the times where I feel more energetic and motivated with the expectation that it isn't permanent. And, I have been learning how to hunker down and just float during the more difficult days. I remind myself that I don't have to get everything done and practice self compassion and radical acceptance.
Sorry for the lengthy post, it feels nice to write and I'm thankful for this thread and you guys. I hope every has been doing well and have been having a good start to their holiday season!Miscer in recovery: clean date 03/30/22
“The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety, it is connection" - Johann Hari
My Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy1OyYHH6uYzP8FqHGaP-eg
YT Gaming Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmL9RZ6hY9L9jFwb1jOKn1w
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12-07-2023, 03:51 PM #822
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12-16-2023, 04:11 PM #823
I've been sober 3+ months. The King is alive. Found that Christian music helps me. Been trying to find a job. Failed certificate exam twice by 1 point, twice. (CompTIA Network+, if you're curious).
I've been on Coke Zero for two weeks, its a savior. I've been crying. I've been practicing gratitude. Dont know whether to move out of my parents house, and be broke, or live with them and save money. A lot has happened.Slayin since I decided to break up with my gf to bang sluts.
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12-16-2023, 04:36 PM #824
Five months and five days, last night was a close one, thought I F,ed up big time, but it was just a misunderstanding. I miss placed something important and thought someone stole it. (My side piece)
The new job is going good, might be getting a promotion and a pay raise early next year.
My wife’s taking the kids out for a few days, so I’ll be home alone, typically a scenario I would normal take advantage of and binge, but think I’ll reach out to people in the program.
I really should find a sponsor, and a home group.As above, so below;
As within, so without.
Nothing rest; everything moves; everything vibrates.
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=185271663&p=1701118833#post1701118833
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12-16-2023, 07:36 PM #825
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12-17-2023, 12:33 AM #834
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12-17-2023, 08:21 AM #836
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12-17-2023, 10:19 AM #838
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12-17-2023, 10:22 AM #839
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12-19-2023, 04:50 PM #840
Thanks, I have been learning that my attitude and perspective really changes my recovery. So, I can either have a good recovery that I'm grateful for or a bad recovery that I hate.
Congrats on getting past that 3 month milestone!!!
Nice job on the 5+ months!
Thank you!
And ****, wow, I can't believe we are a week away from Christmas. It feels like my last post was only a few days ago, not ****ing 12!! Life has been on hyper speed, I don't know if that is recovery related or not. I've been doing a good job keeping myself busy and doing what I need to to ensure my success.Miscer in recovery: clean date 03/30/22
“The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety, it is connection" - Johann Hari
My Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy1OyYHH6uYzP8FqHGaP-eg
YT Gaming Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmL9RZ6hY9L9jFwb1jOKn1w
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