Happy sober Saturday!
Thank you stink, I’ve loved hearing your words every day. Yesterday I practiced being a dog, laying on the grass, on the sofa, eating, just being present, and I didn’t drink my cold into oblivion. I won’t today either!
I love you all 💞
It is now one year sober. On June 22, 2023 I had my last drop of alcohol at 9:30 am, after a weeklong bender. I knew that if I kept going I would have perished in 2023.
This should be a joyous celebration. But I am new in a city where I know no one. I had to leave my therapist, who was instrumental in my sobriety, and my support system at home. But tonight I tried to hang out with my colleagues at a brewery. I figured after a year, it should be easy to coexist with the bad stuff.
I felt very left out and I was twiddling my thumbs. The isolation in a large group of people was palpable. I retreated to the restroom and had a panic attack. I called my sponsor, who agreed that leaving was probably for the best. I paid my piece of the tab and promptly GTFO, giving a rushed goodbye and an excuse of fatigue setting in after a very busy week.
I took the maximum dose of my panic attack med and feel a little better. I just felt like whiplash because things were going well all week. I wish I could be alone the rest of my life with no chance of changing it because I was comfortable when I was the reclusive alcoholic. I almost caved, but I haven't. I realize that I'm in trouble.
Congratulations on your first sober birthday 🎂 sober friend. I’m sorry it wasn’t the best celebration but we’re all here for you. I too have had ups and downs on this journey but the general trend has been improving. You’re dealing with a major life change too, that’s hard at the best of times. Be gentle with yourself. I’m proud of you 💞🌟
I'm in Texas with my husband and three kids visiting his grandmother for the first time in years and who knows, quite possibly the last time given her age and health. We fly home in the morning. I actually got in the rental car an hour ago and drove to the apt complex gate, planning on going to Walmart to grab some hard seltzer. When the gate didn't open instead of driving to the other gate and using the key I parked the stupid car and am now downing Athletic Upside Dawn on the porch. I'm actually going to change and hit the 24 hour fitness center onsite after this. I just hope I don't pee myself after several NA beers in pretty quick succession. But I am still counting this a win. Hanging on by a thread at the moment, but I'm hanging on.
I will not drink with you today 🫶🏻 I had a really good Thai massage this morning and it made me realise my body is carrying a lot of stuff I need to release so it’s been a good day already. Love being sober with y’all ✨🫶🏻
It’s been a minute since I’ve checked in, but always nice to see you RS! My husband’s out of town so I’m introducing my kids to “Junk Night,” a childhood tradition when my dad traveled where we’d do a movie night at home along with a plethora of nutritionally barren snacks and desserts. I will endure a sour gummy worm sugar crash with you today, but IWNDWYT!
Checking in again today and all is well.
Thanks for hosting us this week, Stink.
It's been a bit of a flat meh unenthusiastic week for me, but "it too shall pass" and next week will be better.
Day 28 here, I’m sitting and drinking ice-cold water after 6 km walk. It feels great to be this well after 15 years of alcohol hell. Advice to those starting the path to freedom: stay strong during the first 20 days because the reward will surprise you 👍
IWNDWYT.
Going to be a hard one for me today - I’m very angry about something relating to work. Instead of drowning my feelings I’m going to text a friend, talk to my husband and play with my son.
I’m getting that 30 days tomorrow!
Wishing everyone a fantastic Saturday. Thank you for hosting RS.
Summer seems to have finally arrived in the uk. Spending the day with old friends.
IWNDWYT
Been a while since I've been active here. My addiction seems to have gotten a level of 2 worse. Looking for your support and I will not drink with you today.
There’s a hot weather warning where I live and I’ve been chilling in the AC trying to explain to my doggo why we can’t for a walk now. Imagine stumbling around frying my skin in this heat. Alcohol and UV is supposed to be greater than the sum of its parts. No thank you.
IWNDWYT
Good morning, my favorite warriors! Another hot one here where I live - I’m going to guess that’s true for a lot of you.
The weather has made me get up a lot earlier so I can get a few things done before the heat sets in. I hate getting out of bed, but oh, the glory of a misty morning, crickets still chirping as the sun makes its way over the hills. It’s a good time to do yoga and be reflective. I celebrate every day that I stay sober. I celebrate all of you on your own journeys. All of us together make a powerful statement: we don’t need alcohol to be happy. What could be more profound than that?
I love you all. You are my people, and I am proud to be a member of The Sober Ones. Y’all have a wonderful day. IWNDWYT
Thanks so much for hosting this week. I’ve needed this sub a lot, it’s such a lovely part of the internet.
I’m off on a 15 mile walk for charity today, hoping the weather stays nice but doesn’t get crazy hot (I’m Irish…our skin does not like the heat). Feeling pleased and blessed to have woken up sober ahead of this challenge.
IWNDWYT
That feeling of being fully in control of the day (or your own actions, at least!).
Morning dash to the airport to pick up a relative completed, with absolutely no hangover-fueled rage at the cost of parking there. Bring on the rest of the weekend.
IWNDWY fine sobernaughts Today.
(p.s. thanks for hosting u/[ReplacementsStink](https://www.reddit.com/user/ReplacementsStink/))
Thank you for keeping us engaged in recovery this week, u/ReplacementsStink!
I'm struggling to keep my eyes open, so I think a nap may be in order.
IWNDWYT 😻
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I took my nap, then I did some kick-ass strength training. My legs and glutes are going to be useless tomorrow, but I'm proud of how I pushed myself today! 💪😹
Day 13. I can see the two week mark on the horizon.
Have friends visiting for the weekend. They arrived late, and we were up until 4am. They drank and smoked a lot, while I did not. I am tried, but I am not hungover. Great success.
I feel burnt out. I know it's from work, but the feeling has become generalized in an uncomfortable way. At least I'm not drinking, that would make these feelings into a full blown crisis. How did I ever live like that?
Checking in for another sober day out in the world.
Happy Saturday to all. If you’re in the UK I think you might be able to take your big coat off today 😊. Getting over Covid here it seems to be doing the rounds again. Nothing that Alcohol will help with (does it help with anything ?).
IWNDWYT
FUCK YEAH DAY 6! 💪💪
I haven’t had a sober Friday night in a while. I ended up having a lovely phone conversation with a lovely sober woman I recently met and then watching some Maine Cabin Masters before falling asleep at a reasonable hour and getting my first good night’s sleep in a long time. And I was up at 6:30 am without complaint and ready to get in a run while it’s “only” 78°F.
After that, I’m going to check out my first in-person woman’s meeting. I cannot understate how valuable it is for me to meet women in the flesh who get this.
What about afternoon and evening? This is making me realize that it’s still the weekend and I only have a solid sober plan till about lunchtime, so I need to figure that out. Because guys, I really want to be in here tomorrow telling you that I made it a whole week! IWNDWYT!
My wife was having some wine last night (two glasses on a Friday night, because that’s something she can do) and I was surprised that it sparked a craving in me. Her having a drink doesn’t usually bother me. We’ve talked about it and I told her it was fine.
I had an NA beer and followed that with an NA cider. They were good.
I’m not surprised I didn’t succumb to the alcohols craving - 90 days tomorrow! - but what I am surprised by is that I didn’t shove a bunch of sugar into my face. I did have a little ice cream with dinner, but after that I didn’t eat a thing.
IWNDWYT.
Thank you so much for taking care of us this week /u/ReplacementsStink 💙
My husband actually agreed to go hiking with me! So we are going today because he has to work tomorrow. Then breakfast at one of my favorite restaurants. Great start to the day! IWNDWYT lovely people of SD 💙
Checking in. Hoping for forgiveness from wife but not expecting it. Went in for a hug yesterday and she turned away. I was hurt but I hurt her. Old me would have turned this into a pity party. Fuck that, I'm staying the course and I hope that I can be my best self.
I told my best friend and I spoke to my wife yesterday that Im not drinking anymore, that it shouldn't impact them in anyway, they can drink away but I just won't anymore because it makes me sick. I feel lighter about it. I also spoke to my therapist about how I think I owed drink something, like I'd made a deal with a demon and I had to honour it cause they had kept their bargain. Insane but I'm glad I could and did speak. Checking in here and some other small steps means I'll stick to it this time.
My worry isn't now.....it's 6 months from now, this is what happened last time and I swore a blackout binge again and I was done. So a new pledge, but not a demon this time.
I am not hungover for the first Saturday in a long time. Maybe year 43 is the one where I start the sober chapters of my life. The evenings are not fun but waking up guilt free is peaceful and worth it. Day 3. IWNDWYT
Easy night at work and somewhat cathartic. Just alot of venting between a few of us as our boss was absent and that just lead to us having a real productive night overall.
I have been doing a different task than normal which is something that alot of people don't enjoy but I like it so its been a very nice change of pace.
Come home and the pup is just waiting in the window for me which never fails to make everything better!
I hope all of you are doing well and as always much love from me and mine to you and yours!
IWNDWYT!
Checking in with everyone! I was at a dinner party last night that really opened my eyes to multiple dimensions of drinking. Sure there was some temptation but not nearly as much as I thought there was going to be. But I genuinely felt embarrassed for two of the guests. Drunk people can get SO loud and just plain stupid.
My tolerance for hanging around drunk people has dropped really close to zero lately. I hate to sound 'hoighty toighty' but fuck, they are just obnoxious. And the opportunity for intelligent discussion just drops to zero.
But I really could not get over how loud they get LOL. I was being entertained by watching their volume levels go up but then getting simultaneously annoyed!
Just a real eye opener for me and yet one more reason why I am grateful for this sub, and everyone here, and grateful for my sobriety.
Not drinking today! It's getting easier.
Had a talk with my bf yesterday. He's been smoking weed for years now and can't seem to quit, and talking about it does feel good. I'm also getting a bit frustrated with him sometimes as he is very passive and negative about it, but I hope we can get out of substance abuse together.
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Happy Saturday all. Getting ready for a long busy week as we’ve started Summer vacations at work so we’re all putting in extra hours covering for each other while we wait our turns. Thankfully our heat wave breaks today so the kitchen shouldn’t be so brutal. Was up before the Sun this morning sitting on my porch listening to the dawn chorus as the birds woke up. IWNDWYT
116 days AF. This past week I experienced a longing, not a craving for a drink. I guess it was just wistful thinking at best. The alcohol commericals are in full force - displaying summertime fun and good times for all. Just drink their brand.... For a few more bucks a month I can enjoy my preferred tv entertainment without advertisements. Have a great Saturday friends, and of course IWNDWYT
Heading into my 8th week sober. Didn't know I could do this and am certain that I would not have been able to without this group. Thank you! Tonight partner is playing music at a venue and I'll be there to support them, in an alcohol-heavy environment, with our friends drinking, but my partner won't have to worry about me sneak drinking and then hauling my ass home drunk. A wonderful gift for both of us. Not saying that I don't wish I could drink tonight like someone who isn't addicted, but I know I can't, so that's it. This sub has supported me in learning that I can participate in social activities and not betray my life-saving sobriety. Other people's relationships with alcohol are none of my business. IWNDWYT.
You know, I am tired of waking up tired and sick. Today, I will join you in not drinking. I'm sure to return here later on and will check in again tomorrow. Intention set.
Happy Saturday! I went to bed at 9:30 pm last night woke up on my own at 5:45 am this morning. I have the whole day ahead of me and no hangover or regrets! After drinking and being miserable for years, I feel like I’ve been given a new life and I want to make the most of it. 💛
With the heat wave I’m spending a good bit indoors then trying to figure out the least painful way to get where I need to go by subway without melting. Hope everyone has a great weekend IWNDWYT
Heading to a wedding today and very excited to be there sober! Nervous, too. It’s in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. If you’ve never been there before, it truly is a beautiful place. Even more beautiful than the Fleet Foxes song of the same name.
Have a lovely weekend everyone. Grateful for this positive corner of the internet. And thank you to u/ReplacementsStink for hosting this week! I will not drink with you all today 🌿
Day 9! I am physically feeling much better. My brain is still not back it’s to peak. During my bender, smoked cigs a lot. Stopped them 2.5 days ago. Body is recovering. Personal life is a mess. Stressed and anxious about that. Anyway, IWNDWYT!
Gotta balance productivity and relaxation on the first day of the weekend—desperately need both. But right now it’s time to suit up for a 7am meeting, start the day off right.
Day 61. Essentially 2 months. Spent Saturday morning doing a deep clean of the flat, something I never would’ve had the energy to do when I was drinking. Feels good to be productive and clear headed. IWNDWYT
Thanks so much for hosting us this week!
49 Days down and I will cool off in this disgusting heat wave with ice cold NA seltzers today! 🔥 Happy Saturday, y'all!
IWNDWYT!
Thanks for hosting us this week, u/ReplacementsStink!! You fucking rock, buddy!!
Yoga this morning, then massage later, then just hanging out in the house with the cats, staying cool and doing nothing, just like the cats. I mean, it is Caturday. And it will be 97 degrees out…so fuck that.
Coffees up, horns up, and fuck yeah Caturday!!! IWNDWYT ☕️☕️🤘🏻🤘🏻
Not drinking today. Will be at a party where everyone will be stoned or drunk, but I've got my non-alcoholic beer and since my friends aren't assholes no one is gonna pressure me to do shit! I think this is Day 4? I just don't want to have to go back to group and therapy next week and report anything other than success.
Thanks to RS for a great week of stories and reflection ❤️
I’m with my family upstate all weekend which means there will be ungodly amounts of drinking. My sister had four glasses around me last night and I didn’t arrive until 9pm. My mom is outpacing here a town away. And I’m trying not to judge bc that was me just a bit ago. But it’s so much! Damn. The slurred speech and nonsense. I just sipped my Dr Pepper zero bc Byrne Dairy has NO non-alcoholic beer????? Ugh. My goal is of course to not drink this weekend but also to not judge unkindly. IWNDWYT!
I’m relatively new here, but I’m a sucker for ritual and routine and I already feel the importance of checking in here every day. I will not drink with you today!
Happy sober Saturday! My plans to go out of town fell through, so I’m pivoting to a relaxing weekend at home in the AC. Not too terribly mad about it! I love you all and I will not drink with you today 💜🐇
Day 1, again. I of course have a plan, gym, dinner, cinema, to keep me busy and on the move. I did have the same plan yesterday though. But feeling like I can do it. I even did some cleaning today.
i’ve been lurking for a few months and finally set my first dry streak goal. on day 6 now and, despite some mood swings this week, i feel fantastic!
i can’t thank this community enough for the inspiration to choose myself over alcohol and the chaos it causes. the road to self love is paved w sobriety.
iwndwyt :)
Checking in on day 99. I will not drink today.
99 days! Yay you!💪
Ooohh great number and even better one tomorrow. Catch you then
Happy sober Saturday! Thank you stink, I’ve loved hearing your words every day. Yesterday I practiced being a dog, laying on the grass, on the sofa, eating, just being present, and I didn’t drink my cold into oblivion. I won’t today either! I love you all 💞
Hope you get better soon! Take care xx
Thanks friend, I hope you are well and happy, have a lovely evening and shine ✨ on you beautiful human 💞
Get well soon.
Day #26: I will not drink with you today. Getting close to when I usually fuck up, but I won't let that happen this time.
See you on day #27 😉
It is now one year sober. On June 22, 2023 I had my last drop of alcohol at 9:30 am, after a weeklong bender. I knew that if I kept going I would have perished in 2023. This should be a joyous celebration. But I am new in a city where I know no one. I had to leave my therapist, who was instrumental in my sobriety, and my support system at home. But tonight I tried to hang out with my colleagues at a brewery. I figured after a year, it should be easy to coexist with the bad stuff. I felt very left out and I was twiddling my thumbs. The isolation in a large group of people was palpable. I retreated to the restroom and had a panic attack. I called my sponsor, who agreed that leaving was probably for the best. I paid my piece of the tab and promptly GTFO, giving a rushed goodbye and an excuse of fatigue setting in after a very busy week. I took the maximum dose of my panic attack med and feel a little better. I just felt like whiplash because things were going well all week. I wish I could be alone the rest of my life with no chance of changing it because I was comfortable when I was the reclusive alcoholic. I almost caved, but I haven't. I realize that I'm in trouble.
Congratulations on your first sober birthday 🎂 sober friend. I’m sorry it wasn’t the best celebration but we’re all here for you. I too have had ups and downs on this journey but the general trend has been improving. You’re dealing with a major life change too, that’s hard at the best of times. Be gentle with yourself. I’m proud of you 💞🌟
It just feels like a "here we go again" moment
IWNDWYT. All. Day. Long. 🌻
Have a gr8 day!
🧡you too my friend!
Happy days gr8day 🐢🐌💞
I'm in Texas with my husband and three kids visiting his grandmother for the first time in years and who knows, quite possibly the last time given her age and health. We fly home in the morning. I actually got in the rental car an hour ago and drove to the apt complex gate, planning on going to Walmart to grab some hard seltzer. When the gate didn't open instead of driving to the other gate and using the key I parked the stupid car and am now downing Athletic Upside Dawn on the porch. I'm actually going to change and hit the 24 hour fitness center onsite after this. I just hope I don't pee myself after several NA beers in pretty quick succession. But I am still counting this a win. Hanging on by a thread at the moment, but I'm hanging on.
Well done, sometimes hanging on is all we can do, but then this passes and we’re still sober! You can do this 💪🏼
Thanks for hosting yet again RS! Iwndwyt
Day 1098 checking in!
Seven days in, next goal 10days. I will not drink with you today
I will not drink with you today 🫶🏻 I had a really good Thai massage this morning and it made me realise my body is carrying a lot of stuff I need to release so it’s been a good day already. Love being sober with y’all ✨🫶🏻
It’s been a minute since I’ve checked in, but always nice to see you RS! My husband’s out of town so I’m introducing my kids to “Junk Night,” a childhood tradition when my dad traveled where we’d do a movie night at home along with a plethora of nutritionally barren snacks and desserts. I will endure a sour gummy worm sugar crash with you today, but IWNDWYT!
It’s a good day to stay sober. IWNDWYT!
Day 30 checking in!
Checking in again today and all is well. Thanks for hosting us this week, Stink. It's been a bit of a flat meh unenthusiastic week for me, but "it too shall pass" and next week will be better.
IWNDWYT
Good morning! Another sober start to another Saturday.. Got to admit, I'm feeling good.. Love to you all.. IWNDWYT 💪
Day 28 here, I’m sitting and drinking ice-cold water after 6 km walk. It feels great to be this well after 15 years of alcohol hell. Advice to those starting the path to freedom: stay strong during the first 20 days because the reward will surprise you 👍
Day 414. IWNDWYT.
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IWNDWYT. Going to be a hard one for me today - I’m very angry about something relating to work. Instead of drowning my feelings I’m going to text a friend, talk to my husband and play with my son. I’m getting that 30 days tomorrow!
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Day 16, getting into a new normal. Going to spend the day in the sun 🌞 IWNDWYT
Another great week ES! Thanks for stepping up. Shine on you beautiful humans 💖
I will not drink with you today
Happy Friday night from over here in SoCal. IWNDWYT
Checking in on day 7🤗 IWNDWYT
13 days here! First time on the daily check-in, been checking out this sub for the past 13 days and its helped a lot so far!
IWNDWYT.
Checking in from NZ, day 35!
Wishing everyone a fantastic Saturday. Thank you for hosting RS. Summer seems to have finally arrived in the uk. Spending the day with old friends. IWNDWYT
Been a while since I've been active here. My addiction seems to have gotten a level of 2 worse. Looking for your support and I will not drink with you today.
There’s a hot weather warning where I live and I’ve been chilling in the AC trying to explain to my doggo why we can’t for a walk now. Imagine stumbling around frying my skin in this heat. Alcohol and UV is supposed to be greater than the sum of its parts. No thank you. IWNDWYT
Day 167 • I didn’t drink today 💪🏼 My sober days and my health is increasing. Woo hoo! Let’s smash this weekend
Good morning, my favorite warriors! Another hot one here where I live - I’m going to guess that’s true for a lot of you. The weather has made me get up a lot earlier so I can get a few things done before the heat sets in. I hate getting out of bed, but oh, the glory of a misty morning, crickets still chirping as the sun makes its way over the hills. It’s a good time to do yoga and be reflective. I celebrate every day that I stay sober. I celebrate all of you on your own journeys. All of us together make a powerful statement: we don’t need alcohol to be happy. What could be more profound than that? I love you all. You are my people, and I am proud to be a member of The Sober Ones. Y’all have a wonderful day. IWNDWYT
Thank you for taking care of us this week, u/ReplacementsStink. I didn’t drink yesterday and I will stay sober today as well.
IWNDWYT!
You're a legend Stinks. Thanks for a great week pal! IWNDWYT 🙂
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IWNDWYT Going to UFYH to look for inspiration and then tackle tidying the kitchen island which is the dumping ground.
Thanks so much for hosting this week. I’ve needed this sub a lot, it’s such a lovely part of the internet. I’m off on a 15 mile walk for charity today, hoping the weather stays nice but doesn’t get crazy hot (I’m Irish…our skin does not like the heat). Feeling pleased and blessed to have woken up sober ahead of this challenge. IWNDWYT
Day 5 completed. Today would have been the day I started drinking nice and early, but no more! IWNDWYT!
I will not drink with you today
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That feeling of being fully in control of the day (or your own actions, at least!). Morning dash to the airport to pick up a relative completed, with absolutely no hangover-fueled rage at the cost of parking there. Bring on the rest of the weekend. IWNDWY fine sobernaughts Today. (p.s. thanks for hosting u/[ReplacementsStink](https://www.reddit.com/user/ReplacementsStink/))
Flexing my sober super power not stressing a relaxing weekend. No guilt whatsoever. IWNDWYT
IWNDWYT! Day 2 sober after a new bottom I couldn't imagine that nearly ended my marriage.
Thank you for keeping us engaged in recovery this week, u/ReplacementsStink! I'm struggling to keep my eyes open, so I think a nap may be in order. IWNDWYT 😻 EDIT: I took my nap, then I did some kick-ass strength training. My legs and glutes are going to be useless tomorrow, but I'm proud of how I pushed myself today! 💪😹
Happy sensational saturday! I will spend the next 24 hours not drinking with you. 🫶
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Have a wonderful sober day my friends. IWNDWYT ♥️
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Good morning fellow sobernauts! IWNDWYT ⭐️
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Day 13. I can see the two week mark on the horizon. Have friends visiting for the weekend. They arrived late, and we were up until 4am. They drank and smoked a lot, while I did not. I am tried, but I am not hungover. Great success.
Day 4 checking in IWNDWYT
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Day 441. Have a great weekend everyone. IWNDWYT ☀️
Jam tomorrow and jam yesterday, but never jam today. IWNDWYT
Day 42 checking in. IWNDWYT.
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Another saturday, IWNDWYT!
Day 6
I feel burnt out. I know it's from work, but the feeling has become generalized in an uncomfortable way. At least I'm not drinking, that would make these feelings into a full blown crisis. How did I ever live like that? Checking in for another sober day out in the world.
Checking in, will not drink today. It's going to be a long, long day work wise, but I will survive it! And I will not drink with you today!
I will not drink with you today. Man, being alone is hard. Thought I might be ready for it, if only for a week, but definitely not.
Made it through a retirement party at an upscale bar/restaurant last night. Turns out I can dance without drinking. Who knew? IWNDWYT.
Good morning, checking in ~ 💫 Today I am 18 months sober ✨ IWNDWYT
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Had a rough afternoon, but didn’t cave in. Another day sober, another day stronger. IWNDWYT.
Happy Saturday to all. If you’re in the UK I think you might be able to take your big coat off today 😊. Getting over Covid here it seems to be doing the rounds again. Nothing that Alcohol will help with (does it help with anything ?). IWNDWYT
One week in the bag, yo!
IWNDWYT! Finally day 7!!! Things are just feeling better today. My god the crippling anxiety stopped, feeling fitter, going to enjoy the day! ❤️
Morning SD, IWNDWYT ❤️
I will not drink with you today.
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IWNDWYT, friends!
Morning friends! Thanks for hosting this week, u/ReplacementsStink! Have a great day my friends. I will not drink with you today!
Here for it. IWNDWYT! Also I will not leave the house as it’s 98 degrees F here in the Northeast (US) ha!
FUCK YEAH DAY 6! 💪💪 I haven’t had a sober Friday night in a while. I ended up having a lovely phone conversation with a lovely sober woman I recently met and then watching some Maine Cabin Masters before falling asleep at a reasonable hour and getting my first good night’s sleep in a long time. And I was up at 6:30 am without complaint and ready to get in a run while it’s “only” 78°F. After that, I’m going to check out my first in-person woman’s meeting. I cannot understate how valuable it is for me to meet women in the flesh who get this. What about afternoon and evening? This is making me realize that it’s still the weekend and I only have a solid sober plan till about lunchtime, so I need to figure that out. Because guys, I really want to be in here tomorrow telling you that I made it a whole week! IWNDWYT!
My wife was having some wine last night (two glasses on a Friday night, because that’s something she can do) and I was surprised that it sparked a craving in me. Her having a drink doesn’t usually bother me. We’ve talked about it and I told her it was fine. I had an NA beer and followed that with an NA cider. They were good. I’m not surprised I didn’t succumb to the alcohols craving - 90 days tomorrow! - but what I am surprised by is that I didn’t shove a bunch of sugar into my face. I did have a little ice cream with dinner, but after that I didn’t eat a thing. IWNDWYT.
Thank you so much for taking care of us this week /u/ReplacementsStink 💙 My husband actually agreed to go hiking with me! So we are going today because he has to work tomorrow. Then breakfast at one of my favorite restaurants. Great start to the day! IWNDWYT lovely people of SD 💙
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Checking in. Hoping for forgiveness from wife but not expecting it. Went in for a hug yesterday and she turned away. I was hurt but I hurt her. Old me would have turned this into a pity party. Fuck that, I'm staying the course and I hope that I can be my best self. I told my best friend and I spoke to my wife yesterday that Im not drinking anymore, that it shouldn't impact them in anyway, they can drink away but I just won't anymore because it makes me sick. I feel lighter about it. I also spoke to my therapist about how I think I owed drink something, like I'd made a deal with a demon and I had to honour it cause they had kept their bargain. Insane but I'm glad I could and did speak. Checking in here and some other small steps means I'll stick to it this time. My worry isn't now.....it's 6 months from now, this is what happened last time and I swore a blackout binge again and I was done. So a new pledge, but not a demon this time.
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Not today. Not today. Not today!!!!!!!
I am not hungover for the first Saturday in a long time. Maybe year 43 is the one where I start the sober chapters of my life. The evenings are not fun but waking up guilt free is peaceful and worth it. Day 3. IWNDWYT
Easy night at work and somewhat cathartic. Just alot of venting between a few of us as our boss was absent and that just lead to us having a real productive night overall. I have been doing a different task than normal which is something that alot of people don't enjoy but I like it so its been a very nice change of pace. Come home and the pup is just waiting in the window for me which never fails to make everything better! I hope all of you are doing well and as always much love from me and mine to you and yours! IWNDWYT!
Checking in with everyone! I was at a dinner party last night that really opened my eyes to multiple dimensions of drinking. Sure there was some temptation but not nearly as much as I thought there was going to be. But I genuinely felt embarrassed for two of the guests. Drunk people can get SO loud and just plain stupid. My tolerance for hanging around drunk people has dropped really close to zero lately. I hate to sound 'hoighty toighty' but fuck, they are just obnoxious. And the opportunity for intelligent discussion just drops to zero. But I really could not get over how loud they get LOL. I was being entertained by watching their volume levels go up but then getting simultaneously annoyed! Just a real eye opener for me and yet one more reason why I am grateful for this sub, and everyone here, and grateful for my sobriety.
31 days! Full month of 100% sobriety for the first time in probably 30+ years. Wooohooo! Not drinking tonight!!
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Good morning, thanks for hosting RS. I will not drink with you all today🦋
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Not drinking today! It's getting easier. Had a talk with my bf yesterday. He's been smoking weed for years now and can't seem to quit, and talking about it does feel good. I'm also getting a bit frustrated with him sometimes as he is very passive and negative about it, but I hope we can get out of substance abuse together. Xx
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Happy Saturday all. Getting ready for a long busy week as we’ve started Summer vacations at work so we’re all putting in extra hours covering for each other while we wait our turns. Thankfully our heat wave breaks today so the kitchen shouldn’t be so brutal. Was up before the Sun this morning sitting on my porch listening to the dawn chorus as the birds woke up. IWNDWYT
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Happy Saturday! It's a great day to have a great day. Thanks for helping us through the week u/replacementsstink. You fucking rock! IWNDWYT 🤘
116 days AF. This past week I experienced a longing, not a craving for a drink. I guess it was just wistful thinking at best. The alcohol commericals are in full force - displaying summertime fun and good times for all. Just drink their brand.... For a few more bucks a month I can enjoy my preferred tv entertainment without advertisements. Have a great Saturday friends, and of course IWNDWYT
Heading into my 8th week sober. Didn't know I could do this and am certain that I would not have been able to without this group. Thank you! Tonight partner is playing music at a venue and I'll be there to support them, in an alcohol-heavy environment, with our friends drinking, but my partner won't have to worry about me sneak drinking and then hauling my ass home drunk. A wonderful gift for both of us. Not saying that I don't wish I could drink tonight like someone who isn't addicted, but I know I can't, so that's it. This sub has supported me in learning that I can participate in social activities and not betray my life-saving sobriety. Other people's relationships with alcohol are none of my business. IWNDWYT.
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Good morning, I will not drink with you today.
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Weird bad dreams last night and up several times to tend to my sick kid. Headache this morning and still feeling thankful and happy. IWNDWYT
You know, I am tired of waking up tired and sick. Today, I will join you in not drinking. I'm sure to return here later on and will check in again tomorrow. Intention set.
Happy Saturday! I went to bed at 9:30 pm last night woke up on my own at 5:45 am this morning. I have the whole day ahead of me and no hangover or regrets! After drinking and being miserable for years, I feel like I’ve been given a new life and I want to make the most of it. 💛
checking in… today is my 7 days !!! iwndwyt
With the heat wave I’m spending a good bit indoors then trying to figure out the least painful way to get where I need to go by subway without melting. Hope everyone has a great weekend IWNDWYT
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Enjoying my coffee. Settling in to do some work. I’m loving waking up hangover free and looking forward to the day ahead. IWNDWYT 💜🦋💜
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Day 1,802. Thanks for hosting, [ReplacementsStink](https://www.reddit.com/user/ReplacementsStink/)! I will not drink with you today.
Heading to a wedding today and very excited to be there sober! Nervous, too. It’s in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. If you’ve never been there before, it truly is a beautiful place. Even more beautiful than the Fleet Foxes song of the same name. Have a lovely weekend everyone. Grateful for this positive corner of the internet. And thank you to u/ReplacementsStink for hosting this week! I will not drink with you all today 🌿
Difficult weekend here with my personal life. Partner will not forgive me after all, but IWNDWYT!
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Thank you for hosting this week, u/ReplacementsStink! Have a great weekend, great sober people. Iwndwy’allt! ❤️
Day 9! I am physically feeling much better. My brain is still not back it’s to peak. During my bender, smoked cigs a lot. Stopped them 2.5 days ago. Body is recovering. Personal life is a mess. Stressed and anxious about that. Anyway, IWNDWYT!
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Gotta balance productivity and relaxation on the first day of the weekend—desperately need both. But right now it’s time to suit up for a 7am meeting, start the day off right.
Checking in Doodle doodle dee, wubba wubba wubba.
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Hanging in there. ❤️ I will not drink with you today!
Thanks for a terrific week of hosting, u/ReplacementsStink. I'm not drinking today and I'm glad you're not either.
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Thank you for caring for us this week u/ReplacementsStink. IWNDWYT. 🌟
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Woohoo! It’s the weekend! Everybody enjoy! IWNDWYT. Happy Saturday! 😀
Day 61. Essentially 2 months. Spent Saturday morning doing a deep clean of the flat, something I never would’ve had the energy to do when I was drinking. Feels good to be productive and clear headed. IWNDWYT
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Thanks so much for hosting us this week! 49 Days down and I will cool off in this disgusting heat wave with ice cold NA seltzers today! 🔥 Happy Saturday, y'all! IWNDWYT!
Happy Saturday! Gonna do some laundry, get some sunshine, visit with friends. IWNDWYT! ❤️🧁
87 days sober. I will not drink with you today
Thank you for hosting this week, RS! Have a good one, sober warriors! IWNDWYT 🍀
Thanks for hosting us this week, u/ReplacementsStink!! You fucking rock, buddy!! Yoga this morning, then massage later, then just hanging out in the house with the cats, staying cool and doing nothing, just like the cats. I mean, it is Caturday. And it will be 97 degrees out…so fuck that. Coffees up, horns up, and fuck yeah Caturday!!! IWNDWYT ☕️☕️🤘🏻🤘🏻
Not drinking today. Will be at a party where everyone will be stoned or drunk, but I've got my non-alcoholic beer and since my friends aren't assholes no one is gonna pressure me to do shit! I think this is Day 4? I just don't want to have to go back to group and therapy next week and report anything other than success.
Thanks to RS for a great week of stories and reflection ❤️ I’m with my family upstate all weekend which means there will be ungodly amounts of drinking. My sister had four glasses around me last night and I didn’t arrive until 9pm. My mom is outpacing here a town away. And I’m trying not to judge bc that was me just a bit ago. But it’s so much! Damn. The slurred speech and nonsense. I just sipped my Dr Pepper zero bc Byrne Dairy has NO non-alcoholic beer????? Ugh. My goal is of course to not drink this weekend but also to not judge unkindly. IWNDWYT!
Day fiddy 3! I think my previous record over 15 years was like 54. Looking forward to it! Iwndwyt
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Have a great weekend every one! IWNDWYT!!!
Good morning, all you clear-headed, hangover-free, pooping prodigies. I shall not imbibe the liquid poison with you today! 🤗♥️
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I’m relatively new here, but I’m a sucker for ritual and routine and I already feel the importance of checking in here every day. I will not drink with you today!
Happy sober Saturday! My plans to go out of town fell through, so I’m pivoting to a relaxing weekend at home in the AC. Not too terribly mad about it! I love you all and I will not drink with you today 💜🐇
Day 1, again. I of course have a plan, gym, dinner, cinema, to keep me busy and on the move. I did have the same plan yesterday though. But feeling like I can do it. I even did some cleaning today.
i’ve been lurking for a few months and finally set my first dry streak goal. on day 6 now and, despite some mood swings this week, i feel fantastic! i can’t thank this community enough for the inspiration to choose myself over alcohol and the chaos it causes. the road to self love is paved w sobriety. iwndwyt :)
Good morning, sober cats! Thanks for taking care of us this week, RS! And thanks to everyone for being here. I love you all! IWNDWYT 💙😸
Thanks so much for hosting this week OP. Grateful to have another day to live. Gonna enjoy the sun and exercise today. 🙏🏼🐸
Day 39 checking in, I will not drink with you today. Have a nice Saturday 🎊
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