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I have to stop drinking

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emma80268
emma80268

I need help to stop drinking. I have been a heavy drinker for most of my adult life and have put my family through hell over the years. I tried AA a few years ago but struggled with the whole higher power concept. I can't sleep for more than a couple of hours at a time unless I have consumed a significant amount of vodka. I have hit rock bottom but my GP surgery is closed for the Christmas holidays. I am going to an AA meeting tonight in the interim. Any advice please. I an desperate,

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  • emma80268
    emma80268

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    I just wanted to give an update so that all the lovely people who have supported me on this thread know that I am just going to sleep on my 10th sober day! Thank you all.
    • Robin2015
      Robin2015 emma80268

      Posted

      totally outstanding Emma. Soon 50 and then a 100. Just think of the future and waking up with a clear head and certainly also a clear conscience!! All the best and 2016 is your year! Regards Robin
    • emma80268
      emma80268 Robin2015

      Posted

      Hi all. Hope you are all well. On day 21 of sobriety but this week has held good new and bad news.

      ​Bad news first. Had to attend a disciplinary meeting on Wednesday for being drunk on duty before Christmas. Painful, embarassing and emotional. Had the decision today and I have been dismissed for gross misconduct. I am worried, scared and very emotional with lots of thoughts running through my head.

      ​The good news is that I didn't pick up a drink and that my blood tests for liver and kidney function have come back clear. After 20 years of heavy drinking that is a blessing.

      ​I know that I am just at the beginning of my sobriety and life is going to get worse before it gets better but I am going to bed sober today and that is a good thing. Not sure if it will be the same tomorrow but I am taking it one day at a time.

      ​Good night, God bless and thank you for all of your support.

    • Robin2015
      Robin2015 emma80268

      Posted

      You very strong in spite of all the problems you are facing and i salute and congratulate you. All the best fromRobin
    • Lizzie46881
      Lizzie46881 emma80268

      Posted

      Hi Emma

      I admire your courage and strength, you are a better person when it comes to the demon drink than I have been.  I congratulate you on not turning to it on your dismissal, that must must have taken such determination.

      Sending you my very best wishes for a prosperous and sober future.

      Lizzie xxx

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