I’m a drunk and need to get sober.

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I struggled for a long time before admitting I had a problem. AA worked for me, and I’ve been sober almost 5 years now. There’s an app called “meeting guide”. It’s blue with a white chair. You can find meetings in your area no matter where you’re at.

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One week sober.

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The first step is admitting it. Have you attended an AA meeting yet? You don't have to make any commitments at the start, you can just go and listen to people's stories. I think the program is essential for most alcoholics

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Proud of you for admitting it. The first step is the hardest. You got support here!

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Thats a start admitting you have a problem but have to want it. And stay sober it's a disease you can treat it and it doesn't always work unless you wanted to work they have people that do want to help get your mind right but like said you have to be done with.

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I'm hoping that sober you sees this tomorrow and takes action.

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AA is waiting for you when you're ready to surrender.

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Welcome. I follow this sub because am too am a drunk. I know I need to get sober. Fight the good fight my friend.

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If you need someone to talk to reach out. I’m can talk if you want.

I read a self-deliverance prayer, from a book called unmasking the devil by John Ramirez. It was Amazing! I have been sober for almost 2 months, not even a hint of wanting it. No cravings. All my stress, and anger, has been curbed and it has all been thanks to Jesus Christ.

I hope my experience might help you.

For me, I noticed an important transition from “need to”, to then “want to”, to then “willing to do what’s suggested of me”. It wasn’t until I got to that third one that long term sobriety became a viable option for me.

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