Roll Call Time!!!!

[tomskat]

February Roll Call time! As many of you know,I like to do "roll call" monthly. I do this for many reasons. One,I'm continuing on for a dear friend that would usually do this,but is no longer on the site. Two,I think it's extremely important for people,no matter where they are in their road to getting/staying clean, to see others' progress/updates. I feel that hearing from others inspires and strengthens our resolve. Especially for those that are just starting out on this journey,or who may be "on the fence" about quitting. Sharing our stories,our successes,is huge. It takes a lot to admit that we are addicts in the first place. SO....let's hear it,no matter how long it's been!!! Be proud of yourselves!! We're all in this together,and for many,this may be the only source of support. For me,it's been a bit over 1 year. For this month's roll call I'd like everyone to post what helps them through the "mental" part of withdrawls. Stay strong everyone, and guard up!! Always here~"T":):)

[hoyer12]

I sure know those feelings. I go to AA 3x a day- usually 7am when that is the time I want to drink. Then noon and at night. I go with others from meetings for coffee (usually water for me) and just talk and ask questions. It is great that there is so much support here and other places I go. Carol

[hoyer12]

Wow Yay for you! Carol

[texaslady68]

HI Ya'll!  39 days for me.  I agree that the emotional has been very tough.  I had to deal with panic attacks etc. for  a few days.  For the past 3 days, my back has been really messed up and I am having to learn to deal with severe pain.  It *****!  I go to the doctor for my epidural injections next week so hoping that will help;  I also start 3 nights a week outpatient rehab next week.

Thank God for this website, I do not think I would have been able to do this without it.

[hoyer12]

Hi Aim, I know the mental part all too well. I went to inpatient, got sober and then intensive outpatient. But they didn't address my depression. Now I see a therapist for it. It is great. I still have times where I say- why should I put up with this when I felt better drinking. I have learned that I have faulty perceptions of recovery and what I expected to happen. So now working on it. I just do it little by little. Each day I do two tasks I need to do, and read meditations each morning. Carol

[hoyer12]

I come here daily as well. I do AA, have a sponsor and a list of people to call if I need them. Mental stuff drives me crazy- have to change the pattern of thinking. Family means the most and I am just now getting their trust back. I am here for you- together we will do this. Carol

[hoyer12]

Great words. I have never used pills but it is the same with alcohol. I struggle each day with my crazy thoughts. I come here to hear how others are working their programs, regardless of if it is pills or alcohol- everyone has something important to say. Carol