I'm new, Where do i begin?

[Mootsbill]

I'm new, Where do i begin?

Welcome honeysuckle, you life sounds just like mine! Your children are the same age as mine too ;0)
Stick close to this site, you also need a plan for evenings, hobbies, reading, exercise etc.
Martys idea of writing down the benefits of going AF is brilliant. I keep a journal it really helps. I see your in Turkey, I love it out there, we have holidayed there for years. Lucky you, the sunshine will be a great help, trust me it's tough being positive here in the uk at the moment as its permanently bloody grey ;0)
You sound like you've really got your head screwed on, so go for it, it's tough but worth it.
Xxx

[honeysuckle]

I'm new, Where do i begin?

DAY 2 in progress. feeling confident but left my campral at home. When I get home I am going to move over to the nest as well. may need some support this evening

[martye]

I'm new, Where do i begin?

If you want a buddy to talk to you can add me to skype .... martin.kaspersky

[Nelz]

I'm new, Where do i begin?

honeysuckle;1447408 wrote: Thanks to everyone, looking forward to getting to know you guys.

I am not drinking tonight. That is pledge number 1 done n dusted and I have had 6 campral today and I also feel very happy and quite chuffed.

Is there a place I can write if I ever just want to update myself or steam off or bla bla to myself without clogging up the forum? I want to write why I should and why I shouldnt quit lists and some reflection and stuff. Is there any mentoring or 'buddy' system?

I am not doing this with anyone, any doctor. It is an unspoken thing with my husband (a constant problem in our marriage) but I can say everything to my mum but she is back home (UK) and I cant just call all the time.

Spiderwoman, If I can lose some of this weight I will be really pleased too! I will follow your success

The Big question is: how do i stop myself from convincing myself that I am ok and can have a drink. I actually really want to quit but need help convincing myself to do so? Does that make any sense at all?????????

The answer to all the questions is yes.

Yes, this forum is "yours" to write down any feelings, questions, or concerns that you have. I promise you that someone on this board has gone, or is going through the exact same thing that you are.

You wont be clogging up the forum, members can choose to read or not read any post they want.

If you hang around long enough, and post, people will get to know you, and you will gain friends, its just a byproduct of having some issues in common.

So, pull up a chair, grab a coffee.....or seltzer water and enjoy the show...:welcome: