Hello future friends

[coco45]

Another scared newbie here. I bought everything (sups, topa, cds) a while back, but today I met with my psychiatrist and have commited to this program. I just took my first Topa and I'm a bit concerned. I run a company so I hope I don't make foolish word mistakes. Like many of us I suppose, I quit once before in November (actually did hospital detox) but then business got rough this spring and I went back to the usual heavy drinking. I'm horribly embarressed by myself. And I am worried that I won't succeed. Although I am a survivor and figure if I could quit smoking and run a company, I can probably overcome this. I'm a functioning alcoholic, but I am certain that it's no secret to my employees and soon to my kids. MY ex- wrote me a letter last week begging me to quit. I am reaching out to you all. And if there is anyone in NYC, please ping me. thanks.
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[lucky 2.0]

Hello future friends

Welcome coco and all the best to you! Congrats on starting the program. I wish you tons of success.

[KateH1]

Hello future friends

Welcome Coco.....good to hear that you have set yourself up for success! The program is the way to go!
I think you will find many here a lot like you. Successful in many ways, but drinking was ruining everything! This does work, if you work it!

Best Wishes,
Kate

[brittzak]

Hello future friends

Welcome. You have armed yourself well. Very proud and happy for you. Stick with us!!!

[louise]

Hello future friends

Welcome! You will find lots of support here. You can do this.

[retteacher]

Hello future friends

Coco: This is a great place. Keep reading & sharing. Mary

[Ripple]

Hello future friends

Hello and welcome to MWO...its fun and there is much support all around. Don't be shy everyone is nice...well, mostly everyone! :H

[KatieSmiles]

Hello future friends

coco :welcome:

This is a great place!

K

[SKendall]

Hello future friends

:welcome: This is an exciting place to be. Check out RJewell's recommendations for this program and you will be off to a great start.

[dove]

Hello future friends

hi coco! glad your here.
dove

[Doggygirl]

Hello future friends

:colorwelcome: Coco!! This is a great place, and we CAN be successful. Many who have struggled for many years with alcohol problems have successfully stopped the madness.

I'm not in NYC, but we do have some things in common. I like to believe I was a rather functional drunk. (although I'm plenty mortified over lots of things over the years!). I quit smoking nearly 16 months ago, and I too feel "If I can do THAT....." Mr. Doggy and I have our own business, and some how got through the start up phase and into a profitable phase over the last 5 years...despite my drinking.

It's taken me a few tries, but I'm back on the AF (alcohol free) wagon for 21 days, quite determined to be DONE with AL this time. No more experimenting with "just one" or fantasies of moderation (works for some...but not me), etc.

Feel free to PM me any time if you need a pal! Best wishes...WE CAN DO THIS.

DG
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[vlad]

Hello future friends

Welcome! I love this place - sharing my thoughts and feelings on this forum is sure helping me. Unfortunately I couldn't keep my problem from my staff! I think I had a bit of a reputation, I remember one occasion when a junior colleague asked me about something (that I should have known about) and I had no idea, just looked at him blankly and said, 'I'm really sorry, you'll have to remind me.' I heard him sign and mutter under his breath, 'Too much vodka...' I went, 'What?!' and he said, 'Oh nothing, nothing...' Anyway, enough of my ramblings, I think everyone's used to them here now - I hope you find your place here and get the support you need.

[FloridaBoy]

Hello future friends

:welcome: Coco you can do it because you WANT to.

[jessie]

Hello future friends

Hi Coco,
A big hug welcome from me as well.
Jessie

[charlee]

Hello future friends

Coco
Welcome..Sounds like you have your toolbox in place, wishing you success.