I have tried it all, i was feeling really good and thought i could drink agian, now after a weekend of bindging i feel bad
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Hey Bill,
Good to here from you! Try not to beat yourself up...it takes time. We didn't become problem drinkers overnight and we aren't going to heal overnight either!
It took me a few tries to get it right on the program. Even after one month in I "fell down a rabbit hole" and binged for 1 week. That wasn't good and I felt horrible for it also! It takes time to get it right...you just need to figure out your stride and what will work for you. You will, I know you will!
Just brush yourself off, forgive yourself and begin again!
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Bill,
Please don't think that nothing works for you! This is quite a learning curve that we're all on! Most of the people who have had success on this program didn't get there without a few slips/falls, and definitely a few bumps and bruises!
If you want to moderate your drinking, it is good to have a good period of abstinence first. I know you were doing very well, but I don't know how long you were alcohol free. It is also really important to have a very firm moderation plan in place. If it isn't really clear, you'll find yourself getting really sloppy, really fast! I know that from personal experience!:x
:x I sure hope that you'll consider this a learning experience and get back in the swing of things! You've certainly proved that you can be abstinent very well!
Hugs!
Kathy
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Bill,
I agree with everything Tammie and Kathy said! We just started a knew abs event today. There alot of people on board feeling the same frustration you are feeling! It is a place of great support. Please feel free to join us if you like. The more the marrier!! Hang in there!!
DonnaComment
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I have tried everything now but going into re-had. This gets so hard, I never know what I am going to do. I look for any reason to drinkComment
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My name is Bill I am 38 years old and I am an alcoholic (yes been in and out of AA for a long time). My current situation is that of despair. My wife is going to leave me, and my kids hate me. I got drunk on Friday and did not really stop drinking until last night. I feel very ill today, and can not get anything done. I guess I am writing this to make myself feel better.Comment
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Bill,
Is going to rehab an option for you? Perhaps it is something to think about.
DonnaComment
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i dont know right now, i am leaving the country for a week.Comment
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Bill I'm kind of in the same place, except not leaving the country. I've tried many things and can't seem to get it right. I am starting Outpatient treatment tonight, I think I need that extra help to get things under control. My husband was about ready to leave me a few times, but I think he has a little more faith now that I committed to go into this program.
Best of luck,
MarcieComment
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Well Bill...
I know I HAVE been in your shoes (well with heels, lol!). You were doing good for awhile on this program (maybe a few weeks if I remember right) YOU can do it again. Yes your family is hurt and you are hurting too...we always hurt the ones we love the most, that is because they love us the most!
Step back, start over and take all that hurt and turn it into Willpower, Want and Strength! Show them that you can do this for them and most important for yourself! Do the supps, cd's, excersise..this thread...what ever works for you.
You can do this...You have to want it, need it and have the willpower and strength to follow through!
Best wishes,
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I just want to make it today, i need to cut the grass so that might helpComment
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Bill,
Tammie is right, tou went a long stretch before, you can do it again! I forget did you try the topa?
DonnaComment
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yes i did very well, i never got to speak with the doctor about topa.Comment
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Hve you thought about talking to your doctor about the topa? It really does help.
DonnaComment
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i will now, somethng must work i know what i have been doing in the past is not working
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