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A worry about a changing shift

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rainbow2014
rainbow2014

Hi everyone 

I've posted on here a few times but not recently . I'm a little concerned as my alcohol addiction has taken a shift !! Thats the only way I can describe it . I have been an every night drinker for probably 15 years plus ( one bottle of wine ) per night ! Ive been through all of the....I will change ....I will just have one bottle in the house.....I will go to different shops to buy it.....I will panic if I dont have it ....I wake up every morning thinking of it ... I will drink it in a tall glass in front of my family so they dont notice....I wont make a fool of myself at parties next time !!! .....And so on ......

The reason I say I feel I have shifted is because I now feel I have to drink just to feel normal . I think about drink all day even though i work hard and have mant distractions !! 

I have suffered with anxiety all my life and know that this alcohol addiction is making it worse . I am very knowledgable in this area and hold a very responsible job too

I am lonely and very aware that I could change that but whenever I meet anyone I only want to drink more due to any sort of emotion I face , knowing that the drink covers it up anyway ? 

Does anyone have any advise . I would very much appriciate it . All I want and dream for is happiness, contentment and to not feel the need to drink 

Please help x

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  • Robin2015
    Robin2015 rainbow2014

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    HI Rainbow. Admission is a BIG step AND YOU CAN DO IT!! You probably have a lovely and caring family and friends and they will support you. It is NEVER too late to stop as I will gladly admit....had too much too loose and was drinking too much for so many years but stopped overnight since I was on the point of destroying my family...in Dec this yr 3 yrs no drinking and not looking back. Keep us posted whatever happens. we will support you and not mis judge you.
    • rainbow2014
      rainbow2014 Robin2015

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      Hi Robin

      Thank you for your encouragement smile Well done to you , thats amazing. I expect you feel so free and healthy now .

      I'm still very determined and my mindset has taken a definite turn for the better. Im determined and taking each day with a new look on life. A healthy one smile 

      Thankyou and take care x

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