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Speaking as an alcoholic who is sober for 5 years, most of my family members used to go away on trips over the holidays. Even though they never said...
I've done both, and each have a different meaning to me. For example, I love the act of physically writing with pen and paper; it seems more real...
Personally, I think that if you want to celebrate your sobriety by using alcohol, then you must be in a pretty strange place. I know that there are...
I have a lot of sympathy for those who find themselves without any family or friends to lean on emotionally; I can't imagine how much harder the...
Thank you! I hope you can find the will power to do it too; I know how difficult it is, so I know exactly how you're feeling. I hope I can inspire...
I suffer with restless legs, although my symptoms are quite mild, and it's in relation to another medical condition I have. I used to get up during...
You are so right! I am probably more prone to wallowing and self pity (at times) than most people; but once I shake it off I feel guilty for thinking...
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the support I've found here in this community. There are so many people here battling the same (and worse)...
I think I would go crazy without my hobbies. The joy of reading, and getting lost in a book; when I was drinking heavily, I never picked up a book...
Sometimes it's useful for the family to get some help for themselves, together. My mom and my brothers and sisters went to group therapy themselves...
I totally agree with you. I love crafting hobbies, baking, and even cake decorating. I especially need a steady hand for cake decorating, as you...
Thank you for saying so! :) I hope your day is a better one today. Your closing line that "this too shall pass" resonates with me as I have that...
Thank you. When I look back to where I was, I feel I've come such a long, long way. But it's all been worth it. Thank you. I intend to celebrate...
I think it's sad when someone can't support their partner when it comes to making a lifestyle change that could save their life. I would not have...
Tomorrow is the fifth anniversary of my sobriety. It hasn't been easy, and there's rarely a day I don't think about getting hammered. But,...
