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Syd,

We are all self-absorbed at times; don't even worry about it. We've got a lot of things on our minds. When it comes to my problems, I'm a "runner." Run and hide, man, that's me. I'd rather focus on other people's problems than my own.

You're so lucky to have seats for the Derby. Do you do the dress up thing w/ the big hat? I never tried the mint julep. Did have the Memosa (sp?) Those were pretty good. I'm sure you're going to have an awesome time. I'll be thinking about you!

Sved

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hey, there is not such destiny as drinking your self to death
change your perspective
we're not even sick alcoholism is not an illness
it is a script
that you were forced to choose sometime in your early childhood
see when and why
and there you have it
i am much better now since i understood this
be strong

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Radue, or anyone w/ information

Can you expand on finding your "script"? How you go about it, I mean?

Thanks.

Sved

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Svedka,

You can do this. I know you can. It is a matter of making the choice daily, or hourly, or minute by minute. Of course the supps, topa, good sleep, tons of water, and exercise don't hurt. Visualize what the sense of accomplishment will feel like. Visualize it all the time. Write your goal down and look @ if often. I know you will succeed. I am in this with you.

All the best-

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I am interested in the script as well radue.

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Hi SVed,

Unfortunately yes we do the dress up hat thing. I hate it. Must of the long timers dont like it either but there are dress codes. No kidding. I would much rather go in shorts and be comfortable.

I would be interested in the script as well, I do believe that is part of a scientology belief. Am I correct?

Hope all is doing well.

Sydney

(sved there are 2 syds on the board so I am posting with my full name to avoid any confusion)

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46 and tired of living below my potential

Hi, I'm not sure where this post will end up because this is all new to me. I'm 46 and have looked into AA, MM, WFS and SMART Recovery. So far, I like what I have read on the MWO posts. My initial plan is to moderate my drinking: mostly because I like the social aspect of it and because it is the only "friend" I've known for years. I have a history of alcohol in my family and my mother was an AA member for years. I have drank nightly (you already know all of the reasons why) for about 23 years. I know I need therapy, but I think posting to people who are like me will be far more productive than $150 an hour therapy sessions. If the moderation plan doesn't work I plan on abstaining. I think I'm going to like this multidisciplinary approach: although I'm not sure if my Kaiser doc will priscribe topomax for me. Ordered tapes and tried to (unsuccessfully) download PDF version of book today. Will wait for hard copy. Wish me luck .

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Sydney,

I have taken note to use your full name and will try to remember 220 after the name to know that it's you I'm posting to and try not to confuse the other Sydney.

There's a dress code up in the seats huh? Is it all seats or just sections or what? Well, it's tradition--I like traditions. They can be daunting, but...when they go away...everything loses its nostalgia--you know what I mean? I'm a frump, aren't I. Anyway, do you buy a new hat every year or do you where hats from past Derbys? Where would you buy such a hat? My goodness--I'm full of questions tonight. Have a wonderful time and I'm sure I'll be hearing from you before you leave next week. Take care.

Sved

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Re: 46 and tired of living below my potential

Karena,
I am interested in moderation like you. This is my 4th day. I feel like it is a miracle. I would not mind someone to share the journey with. Not sure how that works. That is mentioned in the book. I am 60 -- a professional woman. I do believe one should obtain all of the components of the program before beginning. I think all of the elements work together & are powerful. I already feel like a success at only 4 days but am cautious of course. Have sipped a few wines. Loved the taste - for a change. Did not guzzle. Cannot begin to tell you how much I used to drink nightly on top of wine -- vodka galore...Hope this helps ..please get all the stuff..I believe mostly the topamax is the real key...go to other doctors if you must..best of luck...Chrysalis..write back if you like..

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Re: 46 and tired of living below my potential

Karena,

Hi and Welcome to MWO,

Please begin a new post telling us about yourself by starting a new topic (blue button/new topic). I don't want your post to get buried under this tread and not get noticed by all the others here on the boards.

I completely understand what you are going through. I have drank every night basically for ten years. Also come from an alcoholic family--my dad--he just quit cold turkey for 30 years but started drinking again 9 years ago.

I began the program half-heartedly in January, obviously not working the program fully, so didn't work it the way I should have. I have been fully on board now for almost four weeks--cut my drinking down by 65-75 percent and feeling great about it. Anyway, read the book and get the supplements and cds. The people here are awesome. You'll love it. One more thing. Try to get registered so you can send and receive private e-mails and also participate in the chatroom.

Welcome again,

Sved

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welcome new members,

sounds like are doing wonderful. I agree with sved, you shoud start a thread and you will get so much support. I have been around awhile, and am not having as much luck with the topa, but that is another story. Congrats to you!!! Please keep those encouraging posts coming.
Sved, only certain sections have dress codes, and unfortunately ours do I honestly dread the annual hunt for the dress and hat. You pretty much have to wear a new one. It is a fashion thing with a bunch of snobby women if you know what I mean. I hate hate hate that part of it. If it were up to me, I would be in shorts and t-shirts!!!! I just do it for my husband because he is all of his glory, and I mean he looks forward to this all year. He begins talking about it in January, and watching all of the pre-trial races for months before. He knows ever horse & every stat and ever thing about them. There are tons of celebrities there, and that is kind of fun, but they are mostly snobs also. Some are rather nice, but most know nothing of horse racing and come in like they are somebody throwing around huge wads of cash, acting like fools!!!!! My husband goes for the pure love of thoroughbread horseracing. When a horse gets hurt, it is like you have ripped his heart out. Anyways, I am looking forward to May 8th. I am counting down the days. Scared but excited. Take care everyone, and good luck.

Love and hugs
Sydney