Pretty simple, lots of prayer and soul searching. It was one minute at a time those first couple days, one hour at a time those first couple weeks, one day at a time the next couple months. I don't think about it much anymore. Really after suffering through the first couple days I could taste freedom and there was no way I was going to drink again, ever.CONGRATS @JZBdano !! How did you accomplish 2 years? (loaded question!).
@ColdSmoke , welcome to a whole new life of FREEDOM!
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Time for a gratitude post!
Have you guys ever noticed so many blessings in your life it makes your head spin? That's how I've felt since putting the drink down. There are literally countless people who have gone out of their way to help me stay sober; my co-sponsor Rob @Discglide comes to mind, as well as every last one of you on this thread. Then there's my sponsor and all the people in my home group. And Eric @8ball (where the hell has that guy been?!), who challenged me to read the Big Book. I met Eric through this great brotherhood; if I hadn't, I wouldn't be sober today. And it was James @THEMISCHMAN and Curtis @zama80 who defied me not to wait another day for my first meeting (so I went).
When I think of where my life was headed with a drink in my hand, as opposed to the trajectory I'm on now, I feel overwhelming peace. And now that I at least recognize that I am NOT the center of the universe (imagine that!), it seems like the sky is the limit for my existence. Perhaps this is that "fourth dimension" the book talks about (?) I mean, even on my absolute worst days, my life is an embarrassment of riches. I'm available for my family (when they actually need me -- not just on my own time). And I'm only half the self-serving a-hole that I used to be. #gratitude! -- #progress! Hope you all have a great, sober weekend.
Have you guys ever noticed so many blessings in your life it makes your head spin? That's how I've felt since putting the drink down. There are literally countless people who have gone out of their way to help me stay sober; my co-sponsor Rob @Discglide comes to mind, as well as every last one of you on this thread. Then there's my sponsor and all the people in my home group. And Eric @8ball (where the hell has that guy been?!), who challenged me to read the Big Book. I met Eric through this great brotherhood; if I hadn't, I wouldn't be sober today. And it was James @THEMISCHMAN and Curtis @zama80 who defied me not to wait another day for my first meeting (so I went).
When I think of where my life was headed with a drink in my hand, as opposed to the trajectory I'm on now, I feel overwhelming peace. And now that I at least recognize that I am NOT the center of the universe (imagine that!), it seems like the sky is the limit for my existence. Perhaps this is that "fourth dimension" the book talks about (?) I mean, even on my absolute worst days, my life is an embarrassment of riches. I'm available for my family (when they actually need me -- not just on my own time
). And I'm only half the self-serving a-hole that I used to be. #gratitude! -- #progress! Hope you all have a great, sober weekend. 
Great post Zippo. Thank you! Exactly what I needed to hear!Time for a gratitude post!
Have you guys ever noticed so many blessings in your life it makes your head spin? That's how I've felt since putting the drink down. There are literally countless people who have gone out of their way to help me stay sober; my co-sponsor Rob @Discglide comes to mind, as well as every last one of you on this thread. Then there's my sponsor and all the people in my home group. And Eric @8ball (where the hell has that guy been?!), who challenged me to read the Big Book. I met Eric through this great brotherhood; if I hadn't, I wouldn't be sober today. And it was James @THEMISCHMAN and Curtis @zama80 who defied me not to wait another day for my first meeting (so I went).
When I think of where my life was headed with a drink in my hand, as opposed to the trajectory I'm on now, I feel overwhelming peace. And now that I at least recognize that I am NOT the center of the universe (imagine that!), it seems like the sky is the limit for my existence. Perhaps this is that "fourth dimension" the book talks about (?) I mean, even on my absolute worst days, my life is an embarrassment of riches. I'm available for my family (when they actually need me -- not just on my own time
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Great post brother. I love a good gratitude meeting. Keep at it my friend.Time for a gratitude post!
Have you guys ever noticed so many blessings in your life it makes your head spin? That's how I've felt since putting the drink down. There are literally countless people who have gone out of their way to help me stay sober; my co-sponsor Rob @Discglide comes to mind, as well as every last one of you on this thread. Then there's my sponsor and all the people in my home group. And Eric @8ball (where the hell has that guy been?!), who challenged me to read the Big Book. I met Eric through this great brotherhood; if I hadn't, I wouldn't be sober today. And it was James @THEMISCHMAN and Curtis @zama80 who defied me not to wait another day for my first meeting (so I went).
When I think of where my life was headed with a drink in my hand, as opposed to the trajectory I'm on now, I feel overwhelming peace. And now that I at least recognize that I am NOT the center of the universe (imagine that!), it seems like the sky is the limit for my existence. Perhaps this is that "fourth dimension" the book talks about (?) I mean, even on my absolute worst days, my life is an embarrassment of riches. I'm available for my family (when they actually need me -- not just on my own time
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I’m proud of your progress, Jason. Keep that shit up.Time for a gratitude post!
Have you guys ever noticed so many blessings in your life it makes your head spin? That's how I've felt since putting the drink down. There are literally countless people who have gone out of their way to help me stay sober; my co-sponsor Rob @Discglide comes to mind, as well as every last one of you on this thread. Then there's my sponsor and all the people in my home group. And Eric @8ball (where the hell has that guy been?!), who challenged me to read the Big Book. I met Eric through this great brotherhood; if I hadn't, I wouldn't be sober today. And it was James @THEMISCHMAN and Curtis @zama80 who defied me not to wait another day for my first meeting (so I went).
When I think of where my life was headed with a drink in my hand, as opposed to the trajectory I'm on now, I feel overwhelming peace. And now that I at least recognize that I am NOT the center of the universe (imagine that!), it seems like the sky is the limit for my existence. Perhaps this is that "fourth dimension" the book talks about (?) I mean, even on my absolute worst days, my life is an embarrassment of riches. I'm available for my family (when they actually need me -- not just on my own time
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I little over two years ago I was right where you are. I had all the major "Yets" and had found it hard to fathom that I was an alcoholic. 2 years on and I have no doubt that many of those yets would have come true if I had continued on my prior path. One day at a time, Im putting myself back togeather. The fellowship of AA is the greatest thing I've done that I never wanted to do.
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That's wonderful Mum. I am so happy for you and your family.
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Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah etc etc. This can be a tough time of year for people like us, especially in early sobriety. Please remember to pick up the phone before you pick up anything else. Wishing everyone a sober holiday season. And remember, its one day at a time.
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My heart and my head have been in a good space today. I hope everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday season. We have much to be greatful for.
12x12 page 92. (Ad libbed) We will do well in remembering we are sober today only by the grace of God, and any success we may be having is more his success than ours.
12x12 page 92. (Ad libbed) We will do well in remembering we are sober today only by the grace of God, and any success we may be having is more his success than ours.
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Congratulations Brother. A major accomplishment. As I've progressed in my sobriety journey the one day at a time principle has taken on new meaning. Yes, its one of the "shields" I use to ward off picking up, but it has also become my mantra for just general living. I can use that saying to combat all of my character defects. I dont have to be lazy ODAAT, I can put others aheads of myself ODAAT, I can have a relationship with a higher power ODAAT... The list goes on.
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That is awesome! Keep doin what your doin and keep gettin what your gettin.