Sober now for 12 days. I’m not finding it difficult so far, I’ve been in some situations where friends would be drinking but I felt no pressure, not even really the urge.

It’s not that I’m addicted to the stuff, I just really like the taste. It’s not even about the feeling of being tipsy or drunk. Even though I loosen up a bit more if I’ve had a few, problem is that once I start it quickly becomes about how much of the stuff I can get in me before I have to go to bed.

I want to keep going for at least 4 more weeks. After that, I’ll probably return to drinking, but far less often and far less at a time. So a couple of glasses on a weekend is fine, but no more than that. And if I do go overboard once, I’ll just not drink for a couple of weeks to get the liver back to a healthy condition.

I’ve been sober for 5 years and a couple of months. It still can be difficult to not have thoughts about drinking. Came across this sub a couple of times and i just wanted to say that i really appreciate what you are doing here!

And to all who struggle: it gets better as time passes. You’ll learn new ways to say no, and saying no will be easier as days/months/years go by. If you’re fighting your thoughts or simple go through a rough time; talk to people (even if it’s just on this place), work out, go outside, start that hobby you never got the energy/time/money for.

Being sober is not a punishment! And, getting professional help is not something to shy away from so always accept + take that if you need it.

Goodluck to you all! And feel free to ask me anything :)

11th day sober today. I feel great. I feel optimistic. I already feel the weight of hating myself to be lifted from my shoulders.

I will not drink with you today!

I did not drink with you today!