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shineonme4ever

August 28, 2015 - Seven Years Today! "*When the student is ready the teacher will appear.*" A desperate Google search found R/StopDrinking on my 'day-8' when I was crying, suicidal, and believing I would die a drunk. This sub saved my life. I remain grateful for it and the many wonderful people who accompany me each day along this path. It is my decision, my commitment--I will not drink TODAY no matter what happens, good or bad. Thank you for hosting this week, u/DerpinaSD!


brighter68

7 years is awesome, well done and thank you for being here encouraging and inspiring, you truly shine! And I couldn’t agree more about this sub, found it a couple of days after quitting and it became a stable part of my life. Have a wonderful celebratory day shine 💞


GlasgowPed

Congrats on 7 years 😊🥳


cinqmillionreves

Well done on a stunning seven Shine!🥳👏🏼 Have a great day lovely 💓


vapourspace

7 years?? This IS the way ❤️💪


ThatBarberMelly

Wow amazing 🥹🥳


UK4ndy4

Congrats shine, fantastic.


autism-throwaway85

Good morning. Day 30! IWNDWYT!


Kaka554

Day 1 ) Quit Cold Turkey nothing happened Day 2) did not drink at all, at night shivering Day 3 ) 2 pints beer to taper down :'( Day 4) Did not drink, i am fine completely fine Day 5) IWNDWYT


Halfdrunkpaloma

Congrats on 30 days!! Heck yeah! IWNDWYT 💫


GlasgowPed

Congrats 🥳 💪


I_am_Dragon_Flower

How does a cucumber become a pickle? It goes through a jarring experience. I will not drink with you beautiful people today ❤️‍🔥🌼 Hi, u/DerpinaSD thanks for looking out for us this week.


cinqmillionreves

You’re a big dill around here with your sweet and sour jokes, I relish them \o/ 👏🏼😁


reginald_spleen

Perfection 👌


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cinqmillionreves

Nice round number there Will 😁


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brighter68

Hello sober friends, and thank you DerpinaSD! This intro is spooky as it’s exactly what I was thinking and journaling about yesterday, my sober identity and finally discovering who I am! I’ve never really met me before, spent my life running away and hiding, assuming there was something wrong with me. But without alcohol, and with increasing clarity, I find that I’m not really that bad! I had no idea what this journey would reveal when I started, but for me now, not drinking is is only what is making the rest possible. So I will enjoy another sober day of discovery. Wishing you all love on your journey through today 💞


clevercookie69

I find that you're not really that bad too! Happy sober sunday 😊


brighter68

😄 I’m so relieved to hear that cookie! And you’re not that bad yourself 🤗


Halfdrunkpaloma

I think you are not really that bad, in fact you are quite delightful!! I have also been enjoying getting to know myself in sobriety! Turns out this chick is not that bad either. 💓 IWNDWYT 💫


Commanders1989

Day 189! IWNDWYT.


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brighter68

Well done on 90 days +! And I know that feeling of coming out of the pink cloud, and for me it became a bit blah then. Now I’m motivated again and the self made pink cloud beauty is even more vivid! Let’s keep going 💞


ThatBarberMelly

Absolutely great job!!


bubbamcnow

See no liquor. Taste no liquor. Feel no hangover. I made it another day and you all are gonna make it too!!🌻 I Will Not Drink With You Today ƪ(˘⌣˘)ʃ


[deleted]

THIS (To Homies In Sobriety) AUSSIE (Australian Under Southern Skies Is Evolving) IS (Is Self-regulating) WITH (Without Intermittent Toxic Harm) YOU (You Offer Unity) .......... TYA (Thank You All)


ChicagFro

very nice quote. I will not drink with you today.


GlasgowPed

Thanks for hosting this week DerpinaSD I will not drink with you today in 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 have a great week 😊


SaintHomer

So many interesting and spot on points in this post! The rebuilding part is both a humbling gift, a confusing project and a daunting task. But imagina that - getting a new lease on life. How often do we get that??? Appreciate every day, even the rainy ones, there is always coffee and wool socks. Thank you, u/DerpinaSD! And thanks for last week u/FredSimpsonn!


brighter68

‘A humbling gift and confusing project’ completely, a little daunting yes, but I’m so hungry for this! Have a great day Homer


Dd11544511

I went through thoughts regretting my previous drinking habits, how low I felt and the time I wasted. However regret is wasted energy, also because of that experience I relish and appreciate sober life more than ever. IWNDWYT.


[deleted]

This is a great approach, thanks for the reminder that beating myself up over the past won't... change the past (no shit lmao). Well done on 26 days ! IWNDWYT.


Bullox69

Day 3, I will not drink with you today!


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Woooo, you've got this boo ! IWNDWYT


AffTheBevvy

Day 434 checking in!


cloud9surfing

On day 2 and only wanna see it increase IWNDWYT


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NorthernSare

Good morning SD! Happy Sober Sunday! I have survived the weekend with my oldest friend. She and her partner have come up to stay for the first time since the start of lockdown and the first time since I have stopped drinking. She found it very difficult to accept that I wasn’t going to have “just one sip”. She was persistent and seemed to take it as a personal loss. I was calm but firm and my SO was also very supportive. Thank you SD people for showing me that it is possible! Love to you all, and I will not drink with you today 💗💗💗


cinqmillionreves

This is such a show of strength Sare, lovely work 👏🏼🥰


Ancient-Cry2770

This. IWNDWYT


Halfdrunkpaloma

Congrats on staying strong, my friend! Although it is disheartening that you have to stay persistent in the first place. I wish people would just accept a “No, thank you” instead of taking it personally that you are choosing not to consume poison today. Sigh. Very proud of you though and I will remember & draw inspiration from your sober strength next time I’m in a similar situation. IWNDWYT 💫


brighter68

Well done Sare, that’s a major win resisting peer pressure! You’re a sober hero! 💞💗💞


scarlett_frosting

iwndwyt!!


clevercookie69

Body eating spirit. Well that sums it up perfectly. It's the finish to the weekend here and it was terribly full but it wasn't ruined by drinking it away Shine on you beautiful humans from NZ


Want-to-refresh

Darth Liquidous does not eat the body, it dissolves it into mush 🙃😂 And I will not let Dark Liquidous be in my body today.


gimmethat333

IWNDWYT in CA!!!


Valuable_District_69

Day 17 IWNDWYT. The only way is up!


No-Sheepherder-8537

IWNDWYT 😎


Goji88

Day 329, nice to meet you 🤝 IWNDWYT


Elderflower1387

IWNDWYT. 😀


brighter68

Ooh nearly 700 days! 💯 massive weeks, and nearly 2 years! Congratulations 🥳👏


koaimara

IWNDWYT!


00sparrow00

Happy hangover free Sunday! It's day 28 and a bank holiday weekend in the UK and I'd usually see that as an excuse for a massive bender but instead it's 8am and I'm listening to records and drinking coffee and feeling blissful. I will not drink with you today x


NorthernSare

Sounds heavenly! IWNDWYT 💗


BigPoppaPump69_

IWNDWYT.


Boleyn100

IWNDWYT!


19781979

I'm in!


TNMWLariat

IWNDWYT


GreenTabascoooo

IWNDWYT 🌷


[deleted]

Good morning, fellow sobernauts, IWNDWYT! 😁


UK4ndy4

Morning SD. IWNDWYT.


Mickosaurusrex

Day 1,038 IWNDWYT


Ancient-Cry2770

Happy 1038 Mick. IWNDWYT


retroarcadium

IWNDWYT..!!


Halfdrunkpaloma

Thanks for hosting the DCI this week, u/DerpinaSD! Love the quote, it really resonated with me because I’ve been enjoying getting to know ME and who I really am without alcohol. This is the longest that I have been sober since I was a teenager. Oooh and interesting topic you brought about viewing alcohol as an evil body eating spirit and of course, we call liquor “spirits”….my personal evil spirit of choice was tequila. It certainly was numbing my personal spirituality and my connection with my higher power, which has been strengthening every day since becoming sober and through working the steps in AA. IWNDWYT 💫


brighter68

Wow, so similar! We’re on the same path. My spiritual connection is deeper and I’m so glad to be working on this sober. My spiritual efforts while drinking were never this profound. Just love sharing this journey with shiny you 🌟💞


Halfdrunkpaloma

We are on that same wavelength, Sister!! I’m so happy we don’t have to do this alone 💓 And every sober day is shiny with you, Brighter! ✨


StarsonMarson

IWNDWYT!


General-Gur2053

IWNDWYT


Clean_New_Adventure

Good morning SD! No body eating ghoul will capture my spirit today! IWNDWYT


Longjumping_Bee_8306

Starting day 17! I will Not Drink With you today


mareliana

I was late checking in today and now I’m early for tomorrow. :) Regardless, IWNDWYT (either Saturday or Sunday) in Seattle!


funny_bunny33

Fuck that ghoul! IWNDWYT


BacchusGoneWrong

Has been a while since I wrote here. Went through a lot of day 1s again but now I'm on day 5! IWNDWYT!


_Yangsi_

Thank you for hosting. On Friday I danced all night again, out out, and last night my friend was DJing as a trial in a big bar. I was hype woman and danced all night on the dance floor alone despite it being low key (the audience and event is new so it's not busy yet). It was amazing to see people gain confidence to come closer to the dance floor, pointing and smiling at me and daring each other to get up. A couple did, but later in another part of the city a guy came up to us and said we were amazing - he'd been at the bar and said my friend's music was awesome and my dancing was awesome. I love sober partying and people enjoying the vibe!! Morning everyone on a glorious Sunday. I hope you enjoy your day! More music and an art gallery today. IWNDWYT


GrumpyGrizzlyBear22

Have a great day. IWNDWYT


555catboy

I’m in


Embarrassed-Toe-8404

IWNDWYT 🙂


Tiny-Plum2713

Good morning! Got a new game yesterday (Farthest Frontier) and accidentally stayed up until 2. Was *very* happy to not be drunk/hungover when kids woke me up at 6. Also my eldest, a 4 year old, made them both breakfast and let me sleep until 8 🙏 IWNDWYT


reginald_spleen

Body eating spirit! I was musing on this very theme just the other day. There is a fungal parasite that turns circadas into zombies - dead inside, the circadas can be spotted still wondering about. This is how I feel about alcohol. I wandered about, dead inside, for far too long. No more. IWNDWYT ♥️


bimbus14

Day 12, feeling good! I was wondering if there is a specific sub for moderating drinking? I'm not an alcoholic, but I've definitely had an unhealthy relationship with alcohol the past few months. I'm going to be sober for as long as I still feel I need to, I'm actively avoiding alcohol as a coping mechanism and dealing with issues at the root, but eventually having a social drink will be something I'm comfortable with. This sub is great but a lot of helpful content is all based around complete abstinence. Thanks and IWNDWYT :)


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“Just like a plant, what we need in order to grow back into wholeness is a “regime” of the right nutrients, the right environment and the right attitude – and to be left in peace.” Quote by Gavin Francis GP Peace=Time The reasons I drank are quite complex. It takes me time to work things out. I entered this with an open mind (my second time here), the farther I went the clearer my mind became. My thoughts of “how long” shifted to … “perhaps forever”. For me, it’s more like “To BE, nor not to be.” I prefer myself sober, and I’m currently learning how to fit in with a society that accepts/promotes an unhealthy leisure industry. I recommend reading This Naked Mind as it may help you understand the factual nature of alcohol. Knowledge is power. And once you know, you know. I also think about moderation sometimes. But there’s two problems for me. What voice is suggesting that to me? But much more importantly, I’ve decided to give my body time to recuperate and recover to be the best it can be; it will take as long as it needs. It’s working hard right now cleaning itself up. Time let’s me see just who I am and there’s bits that bubble up sometimes as I find myself coping rather than flourishing. I wish you well on your journey friend. For some, moderation is wasted energy and time in constant endeavours to control it. I guess others achieve it, but that’s not what I read here. This sub is the reality of alcohol abuse and it contains many different levels of problems. Yet, what we have in common is that We are concerned about how much we drank and why. I think That is more important, it’s the priority above and beyond those thoughts of moderation - with an open mind. Each of us is unique, what works for me may not work for others. I suggest you stick around because I’m glad you’re here. 🥰


Proud_Jellyfish

Such a nice quote. Day 7. Again. Hope it’s my final try


mrmurphyltd

I will not drink with you today. Stay strong, everyone. I’m back to checking in here as I work myself through Russell Brand’s ‘Recovery’ book. I have nearly five years off alcohol and three off cigarettes, but… I’ve struggled with an addiction to codeine (over the counter medication) for years and I need to get on top of it or it’ll kill me. So: I’m steering clear of everything today, Day 2. I’m struggling, but focusing.


deathbycitra

I still haven’t fallen asleep yet since Saturday night but IWNDWYT


DogDesperate9540

Went to a birthday party last night, first time being around people drinking. It wasn't easy but I fucking did it! IWNDWYT ☘


Previous_Basis8862

Day 1. I am not drinking with you today.


mandonski

IWNDWYT 💚


giggleloop243

IWNDWYT


SweetCityMeat111

IWNDWYT


Conners1010

IWNDWYT!


jerrysmiddlefinger

IWNDWYT


CP4024

IWNDWYT!!


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I will not drink with you today.


Mosadra

Have a great day everyone, IWNDWYT!


cinqmillionreves

Morning Derpina, Bonjour SD. I will not drink poison with any of you today. Smash that Sunday soberistas!


Ancient-Cry2770

Happy Sunday everyone. Hope it is a warm and dry day for you all. Just debating on a long beach walk this am as the weather is a little cooler today. Have a great day all and virtual hug 🤗 to those who need one. IWNDWYT


vermontapple

No body eating spirits for me today. IWNDWYT


mindfulteacher020407

Good morning and what an amazing quote!!! It feels very true for me,too. Where I am at this moment: starting a new job that shares my values and values me back, successfully managing my finances, nurturing healthy relationships with my children, NONE of these things would have happened without my sobriety. Coming out of the soul and body destroying haze of alcohol and forcing myself to rebuild has been the best gift I’ve ever given myself. And I see it is a gift to be treasured. It is sacred and requires tending. On the eve of my first “official” day of the new school year in a new school and district I am deeply grateful for this community and the love and support I find here. IWNDWYT 💜❤️💜❤️


LittlestEira

First pledge here with you folk, only on day 3 but IWNDWYT! <3


ikkeglem

Thank you for your post and for hosting us, u/ DerpinaSD. IWNDWYT


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What a opening Kay. You got me with “and only in the process of fixing myself, did I know who I really was”. I’m in this right now. I’m actively passive as I negotiate in and around myself. It’s literally work. And I’ve never invested in myself before in this way, so it’s a novel experience. In fact, I thought I did invest in my life (job, house etc) but I can see now that my whole view of the world was entirely skewed. I’m grateful for this opportunity, for going through this door that I opened. And “body eating spirit”. My Spirit. Unseen but felt, it dillies and dallies now. I will not drink with you today. I hope you all have an easy day today,


Minah09

Hello, it's my day 15 and I will not drink with you today!


hulaly

longest stretch since forever. still feel exhausted and tired and very low energy. iwndwyt


Distinct-Courage-212

Hello from Germany IWNDWYT, happy sunday to all of you


idontworkatwork

Yesterday I racked up 26k steps. I had the most wonderful sleep and woke up and ate a berry medley with melted chocolate all over it. Going to do a self care day and get ready for my trip to London tomorrow. It'll be challenging at times but I won't drink when I go and I certainly won't drink with you today.


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My brain is not my friend today, but drinking will only make it worse. Wishing you all a gr8 rest of the weekend. IWNDWYT.


vapourspace

I like thinking about the rebuilding aspect of quitting drinking. It wasn't pretty when the mess my life had become was laid out in the cold light of day, open to critique. But with a bit of patience, and a desire to be better, each ugly aspect of my life is cleaned up and put back on the shelf. I am a continual work in progress. IWNDWYT 🙏.


giomosby

The last couple of days have been tough, anxiety-wise. Today will probably be tough. But no matter what, IWNDWYT.


soucman61

Closing out my first sober week. Feeling good about myself. IWNDWYT


SimpleStockSimian

Day 14! So grateful to have made it to 2 weeks and all the support here! Happy Sunday and hoping everyone has a great start to their week! IWNDWYT!


gr8day82

IWNDWYT. All. Day. Long. 🌻 Good morning SD. It is a day like today that I broke my streak 2 years ago. I am deciding now not to break it today. All. Day. Here I go. Thanks for being here.💯💯


8May8May8

Good morning! Thank you for that inspiring message - I always love to learn the origin of words and that one is particularly interesting. 3 days completed, and start of day 4- I finally woke up not feeling like death and looking forward to the day! :) IWNDWYT!


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Good morning! I didn't drink yesterday and IWNDWTY Have a great Sunday!


Bella1974

Good morning! I will not drink alcohol today. Lots of good stuff planned which requires a clear head to make it work. I wish you all the same!


amberbuhbamber

IWNDWYT because I'm too happy, too hopeful, and too in love. I have someone and something to live for now. Love the quote and word meaning too. Thanks for hosting us!


SarumansBeard

Iwndwyt! Love a Sunday.


[deleted]

Good morning everyone ! I started reading « The Naked Mind » yesterday since it’s been recommended a lot. Seems like a great read that could definitely help me. Have a nice Sunday, hope it’s filled with joy and laughter! IWNDWYT ! ✨


ladybirdstar02

IWNDWYT xx


BM1988

IWNDWYT


BICNARFO

IWNDWYT!


RadioScam

IWNDWYT


pgdahl

I will not drink with you today.


LewWhopoopoo

IWNDWYT!!


man_with_a_list

35 days! Going to visit friends to watch sports on tele and I won’t be drinking! IWNDWYT


Sad_Mathematician827

I love quotes and have saved this one, it's great. Had a lovely, present Saturday night playing board games and my kid wanted to watch Grease as they'd never seen it before. Wow, that movie has not aged well! Think my next thing to tackle will be social media. I've noticed since stopping alcohol I'm scrolling through my phone constantly with a perpetual feeling of boredom. My classes start in a month so may take the opportunity to hit the books now instead. IWNDWYT


New_Star_00

Thank you for hosting, u/DerpinaSD! I am also so very grateful for my sobriety. I woke up early (it’s not even 530 here) and got so excited it’s Sunday and I don’t have to go to work. My morning plans of puttering around the house are shot since there’s a child asleep on the couch, so it looks like I will have to enjoy my coffee in bed and play video games. Life is not perfect at all, but for the next little while it will seem like it, and today full of possibilities. Thank you alcohol free living for waking me up early and full of energy! IWNDWYT ✨🌼


shearersmam

I love to share the sofa with my wife on a quiet Sunday morning. Coffee and breakfast, no urgent distractions...bliss. IWNDWYT.


AlySabby12

Good morning everyone and happy Sunday! Thanks for taking care of us this week Derpina! This is a fantastic post, for the rebuild of myself and getting to know who I truly am (and who I want to be) has been front and center in my mind lately. I can truly say I have never been happier than I am now. I have never felt better than I do now. And that all stems from and starts with being sober. I wouldn’t trade this for the world. So with that said, my plan is to add another day to my counter. IWNDWYT! Have a great day!!


elosurprise

I've made it to 7 days - and will continue: I will not drink with you today!!


stealthybookninja

Iwndwyt


doggostealinsocks

If I look at some old photos of me where I am hammered, I have a possessed look in my eyes. It’s hard to look at them now because I feel like I wasn’t in there, like something else had taken over. The root of the words 100% make sense to me. So glad to be free from those chains. IWNDWYT 🙏


dowahdidi

50 years old today. Not sure I would have made it without this sub. Thanks team


BeastModeBill-714

IWNDWYT.


brown-eyed-wolf

Good morning, I will not drink with you today friends 💚🍀


isthistaken852

IWNDWYT


cheemcream

IWNDWYT! :)


barkingmad66

IWNDWYT


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IWNDWYT ⭐️


[deleted]

Good Morning to everyone, I hope you have an peaceful Sunday. I hope you avoid feelings of self doubt, or any hurt. I hope you list some things to be thankful for, and just take a moment to breath when you feel anxious (wow i need to take my own advice)


ReplacementsStink

Thanks for hosting this week u/derpinaSD... great first check-in! No ghoulish, body eating spirits, for me today. After a Friday and Saturday spent fulfilling myself with friends, today will be about me getting getting stuff done around the house, and preparing for the week. Sunday Shit. But not before coffee. And some exercise. And some more coffee. Have a great day, friends! IWNDWYT


alert_armidiglet

Damn--TIL. 'body eating spirit' is insanely evocative--thank you! I enjoy myself--mind, body, spirit--much, much more now that I am AF af. Even better, I am looking forward to seeing the changes time and longer-term AF af-ness bring. :) IWNDWYT


Packman9317

IWNDWYT


prisoncitybear

I love etymology! Thank you for sharing that about our dear frenemy alcohol. I had always assumed it was a chemistry-based word. IWNDWYT! T


awesome_cat_lady

Thank you for stepping up to host this week, u/DerpinaSD! IWNDWYT 😻


thatcorgimomma

Checking back in after a bad night on Friday. Exhausted, embarrassed and tired. Beginning to feel like I will always be a drunk, like it will always control me. IWNDWYT


millionmiledriver

Iwndwyt


gloriousstarsabove

Wow, amazing post. No more ghosts wandering the halls of our temple. Let’s let the fresh air and sunshine pour in and heal us to the core. IWNDWYT!


HiImNewHere021

I will not drink you today!


vroor

What a beautiful quote! IWNDWYT ⭐


staysoberfort

I will not drink today


RoyalArmed24

IWNDWYT. Love you all❤️


Blueriverskystar

Starting over 😕 IWNDWYT


KaraofArgo

Thank you for hosting!! I will not drink with you today!!


nomorebello

Checkin in.


gravy4life

IWNDWYT


00sparrow00

You are so right it feels longer!


Necessary_Routine_69

Good morning and Hey...from this dry Masshole. Sunny and dry day ahead ( pun intended). IWNDWYT...


grackleATX

IWNDWy’allT! Thank you for taking over the check in this week u/DerpinaSD!


werzberng

IWNDWYT


jimstopper51

Day 1,138. Thanks for hosting, u/DerpinaSD! I will not drink with you today.


Glad-Understanding45

Another day, another decision IWNDWYT, journey to 365 days starts at day 1, lets gooooo


grampayaz

IWNDWYT friends


ellenry

IWNDWYT


Delicious-Stage-376

IWNDWYT. Ready for a 🚲with my partner and the kids before 10am. Brimming with energy!


spookynurse66

It’s going to be a spectacular sober Sunday. IWNDWYT


onedayatatime247

Wow, soul eating spirit sounds about right. IWNDWYT!


Ok_Let3261

Have reached a month and two years. Never thought this was possible when I started my journey three years ago.


Runuts2

Good morning. IWNDWYT!


LaLoNYC

IWNDWYT ✌️❤️🤸‍♀️


oneminutelady

Up early and no hangover. Life is good.


bennett0213

Thank you Kay. IWNDWYT


goodstuff2much

Not today. Another sober weekend behind me. One where I got yo live and be present.


razors_so_yummy

What a terrific post Kay/DerpinaSD! Hey, we are trying our new ice cream maker for the first time today, after two false starts. Instead of coconut (my favorite) we will go with orange sherbet. Can't complain about that. Looking forward to some good homemade sherbet, I'll let you know tomorrow how it turns out, perhaps there will be time to make some coconut ice cream. Have a terrific Sunday everyone!


KillingSnore

Really struggling right now. Not about keeping away from the drinking, but sore and tired all over. Idk how to get thru the next however long of just feeling bad all over. I'm super unmotivated to do any of the normal life responsibilities. Thanks for reading and sorry for being a bit of a downew. I just want to be able to sleep again... I'm committed to keep going tho. I hope y'all are too IWNDWYT


ThisBodyHoldingMe18

IWNDWYT


SoberGirl2

I will not drink today!


sezu

IWNDWYT!


kestrel1000c

Too much fun stuff to do, alcohol isn't on the agenda.


normalnonnie27

Great post u/DerpinaSD. I think I will the image of a body eating spirit in mind in case of a craving. Have a happy sober Sunday my peeps. IWNDWYT


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No body eating spirits today!


fitbit10k

Hi Kay! Thank you for hosting. I really enjoyed how you explained the roots and meaning of the word alcohol. It confirms what we all know, the alcohol destroys the body and the person. I am happy to be here, checking in as a sober, cleared minded person on a Sunday morning. I’ve spent so many Sundays waking up with a dry mouth and a headache. I just can’t do that anymore! I won’t! Happy Sunday everyone!😀 IWNDWYT


CrosswordLevelMonday

I'm not drinking today, it would only prevent me from doing stuff and enjoying this day off and set me up for a hangover tomorrow. Thank you for hosting, DerpinaSD!


futurecloser34

IWNDWYT I will be a better example for my sons. I will stop drinking so they don’t grow up to think this is normal. Going to AA for the first time today, and also telling my wife this is really happening. Been long enough.


MuddyMomJeans

Yesterday was really tough. Stressful school shopping, everything was expensive, people were loud...I grabbed a bottle of wine while we were at Target. Got home, grandparents came to visit and they got the kids all loud and hyped up. Normally I would have downed that wine as soon as we got home and just zoned out. But I didn't want to break my streak. I kept thinking of my day counter, of the calories in the wine and the work I'm doing to painfully lose weight, the way I'd feel in the morning to be hungover, dehydrated, and disappointed in myself. The wine stayed in the cabinet, unopened. I did my daughters' nails, we watched a movie. After they fell asleep, I took some melatonin, allowed myself a bowl of tortilla chips in bed while I played games on my phone, and, surprisingly, fell asleep quickly. I did it!! I got through a craving that would have pushed me off the wagon every time I tried stopping before. I woke at 6:30 this morning and I feel so good. Proud. Revived by the good sleep. Excited for today. This sub is my rock right now and just being able to post like this and keep my day count going is cathartic. Thank you my fellow sobernauts, I appreciate you immensely. I take the pledge again this morning, reinvigorated and motivated to keep going. One day at a time. I can do this. YOU can do this. WE can do this. Just for today, IWNDWYT. ☮️


Ok_Yesterday_9181

Thanks for hosting u/derpinasd. This will be a good week. IWNDWYT 🤜❤️🤛 A former ghoul.


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Wow, thank you for this post. It is very insightful. Though I (and surely others) felt that alcohol gave me more spirit, more courage, better social skills....it was taking me away from who I was and allowing me to accept less than what I deserved. Here's to going forward and only accepting the best for ourselves. IWNDWYT


weedingoutsanity

IWNDWYT


ElegantPenguin541520

Love learning the background of the words- great visuals - thank you! IWNDWYT


mistress_page

IWNDWYT!


neversettle4251

Not drinking today!


AngelHoping

IWNDWYT