Addiction & Sobriety

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

I recently took a trip to go hiking for a few days in a national park. It was so refreshing and rejuvenating. It’s like I had to go away and get into nature to find myself, and then I could choose ...

IMPATIENT? TRY LEVITATING June 10 We reacted more strongly to frustrations than normal people. AS BILL SEES IT, p. 111

This was awesome; it’ll brighten your Monday:

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 ...

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.

Where have you found success in sober dating? 28m

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 desire.

Celebrating two years today! Comment how far you've come :) I'd love the inspiration.

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

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

As simple as this infographic looks, these are important things to focus on during recovery. And if you just focus on these few things daily, the triggers are way easier to fight.

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.

If you’re dabbling in recovery and not sure how it all works, or struggling to identify with people in recovery, then I recommend this book (it’s actually a really good read even if you have some sign...

ONE DAY AT A TIME May 20 Above all, take it one day at a time. AS BILL SEES IT, p. 11