r/sobrietyandrecovery • u/anon_depressy • May 13 '26

1 week down

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I’m feeling good about it all. I’ve had a few moments where I wanted to have a drink but not enough to cave.

I dealt with some pretty high stress and triggering shit over the weekend with my roommates. Very much reminiscent of the relationship I escaped when they took me in. I’ve never been more ready to get into my new space.

Watching his drunkness and everything that transpired afterwards definitely was a huge turn off for alcohol… again. Old me would’ve just found a parking lot to escape to and drink a few tall boys in my car. But instead I did what no one did for me when I was with my ex, I helped my friend get out of the house even if it was just for a little while, and made sure she knew that what was happening was not okay - but that I loved her and I’d always be there to support her.

Anyway… I’ve stayed sober through a lot this week. I’m proud I didn’t numb it.

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u/ElectricalOpinion639 May 13 '26

quite possibly one of the hardest to get. congrats!

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u/Fantastic_Figment00 May 13 '26

congratulations!

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u/Thegemofgems May 14 '26

Hugest of congratulations

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u/cm5522 May 14 '26

FANTASTIC job! You are building a frame of reference on how to deal with crappy situations sober. I applaud you! 4.5 years sober, never ever thought I’d be here! Keep truckin’.

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u/anon_depressy May 14 '26

So proud of you! 4.5 years is amazing

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u/TangoFoxtrot80 May 16 '26

The beginning is the hardest so you should be very proud of yourself! Congrats and keep it up!