Addiction & Sobriety

Is sex addiction/frequent high sex drive not a real addiction? It’s really impacting my mental state because of people’s judgement

After nearly 4 years of struggling with addiction, I stay clean for one day, everyday, for 9 years. I remember the wreck I used to be and I need to be a good example for my daughter.

Hi I.m new here. I had trouble with buzz my hole life it seemes. I.v quite so many times. I at the point not with knowing this is here I can make a difference for my self. I.m randy. If any one would … more

Daily Reflection:

WHEN THE GOING GETS ROUGH

June 14
It is a design for living that works in rough going.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 15

I need/want to do a writing assignment for Step 1 this week. My wife gave birth to our 3rd a couple weeks ago so I put it on the back burner but I’d like to complete the step officially. Any advice fo… more

Feeling desperate. First summer sober. 213 days. I feel trapped by my own crazy schedule. Don’t know if I should pursue an MBA or not. Went to an AA meeting today but it was not enough. Working the pr… more

Hi new here not new to AA sobriety date 8/27/2022

IMPATIENT? TRY LEVITATING

June 10
We reacted more strongly to frustrations than normal people.

AS BILL SEES IT, p. 111

Had my one year a couple of days ago. Feeling kinda cool 😎😎

Things keep falling into place just as long as you show up and are sober. It’s weird, sometimes boring, but overall 10/10

Digital group gratitude list? Drop a few things you’re grateful for below ⬇️

My fiancé punched me multiple times with a black eye now, both jaws hurt, and several nail scratches all over. Went for 45 mins, I don’t drink and have given up a year ago. She said it was because of … more

Almost lost my sobriety the other night. Will have 7 years in June. Glad I didn’t go back out.

Drinking is a slow suicide at this point.

Is it just me but after joining AA (and immersing myself in the BB and a spiritual experience), I find myself regretting what I was. I do feel I am a different person now but what of that phase?

Podcast recommendations that cover the topic/ provide resources on supporting a family member who is an addict

Has anyone made a career change as part of their recovery? My job is very stressful and it can be triggering sometimes.

I never thought I'd make it out. But now I create art every time I get a trigger and I've made 30 paintings in the last two months. I promise you will find your way out and ways to channel the… more

My recovery journey seems impossible. I feel like I've lost all power and I'm tired of believing in myself.

Where have you found success in sober dating? 28m

What addiction were you battling and what one thing do you think is keeping you grounded in the journey??

I don't want to drink and I don't want to kill myself. But I am so stressed out I'm sick to my stomach. This is progress.

ONE DAY AT A TIME

May 20
Above all, take it one day at a time.

AS BILL SEES IT, p. 11

Spiraled again. Trying not to beat myself up. Had a glass or two while playing poker. Ended up playing and drinking until 5 am. Missed friends bday and just lied about having other plans

Has anyone read the Power of Now? Did you find it useful in your recovery journey? I find it so textbook-like but willing to give it another try if you all manage to convince me :P

Cover Me Up - Morgan Wallen

Always get me in the feels about my addiction

My husband suffers from mental health issues. He refuses to go for therapy. He used to depend on alcohol before but replaced it with pot in the last couple years to self medicate. We have a beautiful … more

I’m a drunk and need to get sober.

For those of us in AA, just a reminder to reach out to your sponsor today. They probably would enjoy hearing from you. :)

5 years sober today.

Best decision in my life was to give up alcohol. Take it one day at a time. I’m so thankful for how I’ve been able to turn my life around.

Does watching people smoke or snort on TV make you really wish you could go back to your old ways? I'm resistant because I know how far I've come, but there's a part of me that just wants … more

Can an alcoholic ever be moderate with other drugs such as the occasional joint for example once a month?

I need to make a confession. I am an alcoholic who has not drank for 6 months (taking Antabuse helps me a lot) but I have been flirting with joints lately. I thought it would be only that but yesterda… more