DAY ONE

[Soup_da_Loop]

Hi

Im starting a journey on getting well, It has take me years to finally admit I am depressed, I've been terrified of the stigma and the medications. I have some therapy booked, and have seen a homeopath for health support. I am struggling with Alcohol, and it is making me ill, my digestive system is out of wack, is there somewhere I can talk to others who are trying to stop drinking? I need to talk about it, and I want to stop all together, I have tried so many times, but keep going back, I know it is making my issues unsurmountable, but I can only stay off it for about 2 weeks then it starts again, please Help, many thanks.....frustrated, alone, sick, not moving forward, like a duck swimming, feet going like mad but not moving anywhere..........thanks again S60

[Peppermintbach]

Hi Soul da Loop (and a wave to all),

I’m sorry that phone therapy left you feeling sad although I really admire your determination to not slip back. I hope watching the funny video afterwards helped a little...

Congratulations on 4 days without alcohol! That’s a huge achievement and I really hope you feel proud of yourself 🙂

Your crafting day plus walk with your friend sounds lovely.

How have you been since?

It would be lovely to hear from you again but no rush or pressure...just when you’re feeling up to it...

kind and caring thoughts,

Pepper

[Guest0786549]

hi, hows it going today? Hope all is ok

[Soup_da_Loop]

Thanks Geoff,

Im on Day 9 of sobriety and feeling a bit better, defineately triggers my depression and well you know, I am not socializing at all so no temptations, but dont want to stay home forever, thanks for your tips and good advice and it is good to talk to a bloke, mostly women on here, and I am single and dont get to talk to men as much as I would like, (not a flirt) a genuine need, men have a different slight on things, and I talk mostly to women, love my women friends, anyways I am feeling better and that's what counts eh, wish me luck I want to stop drinking period, we'll see how I go, never seem to get to far with it, one day at a time, spring is here at last, it smells wonderful here, my jasmine is bloomin and close to the kitchen window, happy spring, bye.

[Soup_da_Loop]

Thankyou Sdal,

Feeling a bit better today, jasmine bloomin outside my kitchen window, sober for 9 days, I have just bought a book called the naked mind, so get through that first but will look at the other in future,

regards S

[Soup_da_Loop]

Hi Pepper,

I am on day nine of sobriety, feels relaxing, spring is around the corner, jasmine is bloomin outside my kitchen window smells devine, I started the Ports course today, it runs for 8 weeks, and other stuff brewing, but I cant talk about it until it happens, one of my negative behaiviors that ksumps me, so working on my self in as many ways as I can, making lots of craft, eating well, even walked into town today, not far but good to move, hope your well, regards S

[therising]

Hi Soup da Loop

Had a look online at This Naked Mind and it sounds inspiring. Would be great to get a review on it from you when you've finished reading it. Congrats on your 9 days, a great achievement on your journey of reformation.

Take care of yourself

[geoff]

Hi Soup da Loop, day 10 today, doesn't that make you proud of yourself.

I also want to say that if this happens to break, do not blame yourself, I need to mention this just in case.

If something happens then we go back to square one, no worries, please we don't want you to stop talking with us.

Spring weather, I love it with all the leaves on the silver birch trees, my favourite trees.

Can I ask you a question what is the Ports course?

Take care.

Geoff.

[Peppermintbach]

Hi Soup Da Loop (and a wave to all your lovely supporters),

Congratulations on 9 days 🙂 I hope you are feeling proud...that is very admirable.

But, as Geoff thoughtfully and kindly commented, if you do stumble and fall (as we all do), please don’t hesitate to continue talking to us here. You will find gentle understanding and compassion here...

I love jasmine too. The fragrance is divine 🙂

I love the picture you painted for us with your blooming jasmine just outside your window. I personally also love the scent of jasmine in perfumes and makeup. plus I enjoy jasmine tea...blissful sigh...

I like how you’re keeping yourself preoccupied with crafts and walks. I agree that those things can help...

Thank you for the well wishes 🙂 I have been trying to spend a little more time outdoors in the sun. I find sunshine rejuvenating, that is, as long as I apply sunscreen, etc and don’t get sunburnt. Lol.

Always good to hear from you...

Pepper