We may be anonymous strangers on the internet, but we have one thing in common. We may be a world apart, but we’re here together!
Welcome to the 24 hour pledge!
I’m pledging myself to not drinking today, and invite you to do the same.
For the next 24 hours, let’s not drink alcohol!
(I am hosting the DCI on Reddit this week, so here goes both!)
Happy Sunday SD Family! If this is your first time, don’t worry, I’ll be gentle. 😉. And since is my first time hosting, I’m asking for gentleness in return. 😁 I’m counting down to my one year soberversary on Saturday and so thrilled to be celebrating here with you. I booked this week intentionally in December, partially to give myself a long term goal and commitment. I’m definitely terrified, have crippling stage fright, not sure what to say because so many people have written beautiful DCI’s. I’ve struggled for months thinking of what to bring to the table (it’s April as of this writing) and thought I would share some highlights and horrors from my journey so hopefully each day “speaks” with someone here on the same point… or reinvigorates others. 😁
Today is a bit early for 4 of July celebrations here in the US but some will still have gatherings (my neighborhood has a cookout today). Lots of alcohol will be flowing for sure. Last year I drank soda in front of the neighbors because I didn’t want to be seen as an alcoholic… and promptly started in on imbibing once I got home by myself. 😔 Please share tricks to help us all stay strong this holiday! (Happy belated Canada Day for my friends in the Great White North!)
You sons a bitches! I’m in!
For me, when I fee like drinking, either out of habit or out of FOMO, the Buddhist teachings help me to step back and observe that thought, feel that feeling, and recognize those are just waves on the ocean.
That allows me to focus on being the ocean. The wave will pass.
Giving in to the temptation or desire to drink will merely prolong the feeling of discomfort and dissatisfaction.
Letting the desire subside puts me in a better place to remain grounded and centered and clear-headed.
Then there are the many practical benefits of this as well: no hangover, no regrets for drunken escapades, money stays in my pocket, etc, etc.
The idea of having a judgement-free support community who can walk with you are on the sober path is an essential part of any recovery effort.
Find a group you like, with people you like and who like you.
Smart Recovery
Recovery Dharma
The Sober Faction
Alcoholics Anonymous