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Comment on 5 Warnings Signs of Impending Relapse by CaitlinMl

CaitlinMl — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:27:29 +0000

Thanks for thiis, I am manu years sober– and have been taking ambien and an anti anxiety, more or less perscribed, have great trouble as late to get to a meeting.. struck me it is because I am lying to myslef. Have warned other off these drugs, I am a ‘baby boomer- with all the usual like changes and a writer- have not seem anyone for 5 days and have only way watched TV. Can’t save face to save my ass as they say.

Comment on Conquering Fear of Relapse by ChrisFol

ChrisFol — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 22:03:51 +0000

Relapse is such a tricky beast, the slightest slip of the mind and it’s as if the addiction had never even slightly released its grip. The anguish of the cycle alone can be enough to stop people even bothering to try. I agree that the best way for any recovery addict is to blend, blend everything until you find what works for you.

Comment on Regaining Trust – an Important Part of Recovery by rulrici

rulrici — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 23:26:45 +0000

When I did my amends, I had no expectations from the people I contacted. Almost everyone was gracious, however. I build trust by leading a different life today – words don’t hack it with the individuals I have harmed; they need to observe my behavior for a long period of time before trust is built. Of course, being kind is part of that.

Comment on Striving for a Healthier Lifestyle by stlouiseman

stlouiseman — Wed, 25 May 2011 00:46:53 +0000

First off, thank you for having a mobile version of this site. For my survival beyond my addiction I had to get healthy. I had type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholestetrol. Against my sponsors suggestion I went on an eating program. 14 months later, and bt the Grace of God I am sober and 65lbs. Lighter. Here’s the catch, I still binge on food. Oh well, progress not perfection. My point is get healthy has been fun despite set backs. I feel better, I can look myself in the mirror. It just a way better way to live than how I was living. Thanks and I’ll pass

Comment on Please Join & Comment by stlouiseman

stlouiseman — Mon, 23 May 2011 15:59:40 +0000

I am discovering that recovery sites like yours are becoming a part of my personal recovery. I almost relapsed this weekend due to lack of rigorous honesty. I did a search on relapsing and found a blog that I needed to read (unfortunately not yours, sorry). Well, I worked my program and came clean with my wife about how I was feeling and was instantly relieved of my obsession. Today I am tired and reading your blog is helping me. Thank you, I will try to comment as often as possible because it will help me. Thanks again.