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Having a calm, peaceful mind is something that eluded me most of my life. Before I stopped drinking, I led a lifestyle that was chaotic at best and dangerous at worst. The idea of serenity was a joke. I lived a fast life, filled with bad choice
Addiction often arises from a need for constant action. People who are prone to develop an addiction to alcohol (or other intoxicants) often crave a certain level of excitement in their daily lives or they quickly become frustrated. The idea of
One of the most common traits shared amongst problem drinkers is intense discomfort in social situations. I think it's safe to say that all people feel some level of social anxiety. However, in my experience, I have discovered that people with
One of the most common factors shared by many people around the world who have a problematic relationship with alcohol is fear. Fear is a brutal beast that must be overcome if we are ever going to reduce or quit drinking. Fear can never be elim
Early recovery is filled with emotional highs and lows. The first year of sobriety can be especially crazy. We swing from high to low in a rollercoaster ride of feelings, some good, some not so good. It's a crazy time. You can feel amazing one
There are so many reasons why we drink excessively including fear, anxiety, and depression. But there is one thing in particular that often leads to alcohol abuse as well as relapse. If you're thinking about getting sober, or if you're sober bu
There are so many reasons why we drink excessively including fear, anxiety, and depression. But there is one thing in particular that often leads to alcohol abuse as well as relapse. If you're thinking about getting sober, or if you're sober bu
The cold hard truth is that early recovery, especially the first year, can be very uncomfortable. We have to learn how to function without alcohol no matter what life throws at us. My first year was brutal, but I made it through and so can you!
If we want to stay sober and enjoy life, we have to find what makes us happy. We have to fill our time and energy by pursuing good, positive habits and hobbies rather than self-destructive ones. Instead of drinking when we're bored or depressed
The early days of recovery from alcohol abuse, especially the first 90 days, can be a difficult challenge. There are many highs and lows we have to get through when our emotions and feelings become overwhelming. We're often not prepared or equi
Perhaps you want to reduce your drinking or stop drinking completely. Fortunately, there are many options. Today we'll discuss 3 methods that can help you if you want to slow things down or quit drinking entirely.Support The ShowJoin my Patreon
When we get sober, we’re usually on shaky ground. Early recovery is a roller coaster physically, mentally, and spiritually. We must find ways to preserve our sanity and to stay healthy in order to protect our recovery. This holds true whether y
If you think you might have a drinking problem or want to stop drinking alcohol, there is a solution. Whether you drink too much or too often, or you're struggling with drug abuse, you no longer have to live this way. We discuss how you can cli
People have a lot of apprehensions and fear about getting sober and staying sober. I want to dispel some of your anxiety and share 12 truths about sobriety and what to expect, especially during the early stages of recovery. These are things I d
A big challenge that many recovering alcoholics and addicts face is their inability or, more often, unwillingness to let go of resentment and anger for the perceived wrongs they have suffered. Self-pity is a far too common mental ailment that p
We all do stupid shit when we drink, right? I like to tell certain war stories as a way to share with others that we all have done awful and often ridiculous things in our lowest moments. Alcohol can lead to some horrible behavior -- sometimes
I'm often asked if I will ever drink again or if I ever think about drinking. The simple answer is, yes! I often think about drinking when I'm feeling low or depressed, even after 15 years of sobriety. I even dream about drinking occasionally.
One of the most difficult challenges we face as recovering addicts is our inability to establish a stable and healthy financial life in recovery. Even addicts who have been sober for decades often have serious money management problems th
Can meditation help you in sobriety? If you’re an alcoholic or addict like me, you probably have a crazy-ass mind that’s difficult to quiet down. My mind races like a demon! My thoughts jump around from one thing to another so quickly I sometim
I abused alcohol for more than over 30 years! This is my story of how I was able to quit drinking alcohol and achieve a healthy, happy life in sobriety.If you want to quit drinking alcohol or think you might have a drinking problem, listen up!
When I first got sober, I was in terrible shape. I was pale, pudgy, and soft as a marshmallow. I could barely walk up a flight of stairs without panting. I suffered from horrible stomach pains morning, noon, and night. I experienced frequent mi
I don't think it's unreasonable to suggest that many people upon starting their own sober journey, think this way when they first put down the bottle. It's not uncommon for people who are in the early stages of sobriety to be surprised by the f
I believe that in the course of a lifetime, most of us are given a second chance to repair any mistakes we have made or, in more extreme cases, start our lives over entirely.My story is in many ways like so many other alcoholics and addicts who
Getting sober is never easy. Staying sober is often just as difficult. Giving up alcohol (or drugs) is a great achievement for anyone. If you've managed to get sober, or are currently trying to get sober, congratulations! You've made a great de
A big part of early sobriety for me was the sorrow I felt because of the poor decisions I had made and the lifestyle I had pursued. It made me sad and angry to think about “what could’ve been" and the potential I had sacrificed in aimless pursu
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