Feeling down and a little scared

[red67]

Hi all, I am almost 5 months sober and for the last week I have been very depressed. My roommate is leaving for a week and I will be home by myself. My mind has been trying to tell me I can drink and no one will no about it. I know this is not even an option because I know one drink will lead right back to the daily hell I was living in before. I am trying to think of things to do but the depression is making me want to do NOTHING. I have been so sad lately and I don't know how to shake it. Not sure what you guys can even say that I don't already know. Just thought I needed to write this down and share it so I don't feel so alone.

[greeneyes]

Feeling down and a little scared

Hi red! Can you push yourself to make some commitments? Volunteer work? Line up some things with friends? Go to a movie, art exhibit, something that involves exercise, It's only a week. 7 days. One day at a time.

[Nelz]

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greeneyes;1164045 wrote: Hi red! Can you push yourself to make some commitments? Volunteer work? Line up some things with friends? Go to a movie, art exhibit, something that involves exercise, It's only a week. 7 days. One day at a time.

This is about all the info I think I can share, but I can tell you, Ive had the same thoughts, and glad Ive not had a drink. I know you will be too if you stay strong Good luck

[MissHazel]

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Hi Red

So it sounds like you have a challenge ahead of you. Loneliness sucks...I get that! I am not sure what steps I can give you, but I can say that if you can get through this without alcohol you will probably feel even stronger and better about all the progress you have made. What I have found is that if I get through something I didn't think I could get through I now know I can!! Pretty simple but it works.

You are more than welcome to send me a PM if you feel lonely, and I promise to get back to you!

MissH

[Doggygirl]

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Red, I'm sorry you are going through a difficult patch. As you already stated, drinking isn't the answer!

There is a natural product that Lav swears by for help with depression. (Amoryn I think??? Maybe Lav will be along to confirm that...) Do you think something like that might give you a little lift and help you over the hump?

I love all of Greenies suggestions for nice things to do. Im a big fan of volunteer work myself!

DG

[red67]

Feeling down and a little scared

Thanks for the help. I do feel strong enough to know I will not drink. I just have not dealt with depression in awhile and it has hit me hard the last week. I am going to do whatever I have to do to get over this.

Thanks for listening.

[DriftyAlison0]

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I do some volunteer work as well in fact, I am planning on volunteering for around 6-8 hours tomorrow at the Animal Control. It makes me feel good to do something for animals that don't have a home. That is why I am going through the Humane Officer program at my college. Spend next week volunteering somewhere (a shelter, nursing home etc) instead of doing nothing.

[Laurel74]

Feeling down and a little scared

Go to a meeting. If just to listen. Being around those who are in recovery is very powerful and helpful. And this comes from a serious AA skeptic. Stay busy. Make plans. Having a plan and keeping busy has helped me a lot. Hang in there!