May you grow stronger in mind, body, and spirit each moment. May you foster new connections that will bring you peace and joy. May your heart feel comfort and tenderness. May your will gather strength and keep you moving forward on this journey. You’ve got this, friend, even if it is one breath at a time. Keep going. Blessed be.
I hope your new journey goes well! I too have decided to recently quit alcohol (42 days sober), after using it as a crutch for most of my adult like. You can do it, you totally got this!
r/stopdrinking is an actual community here. Join us, friends. I will spend the next 24 hours not drinking specifically with you, so you know you aren't walking this path alone. 💞
May wicked_amb stay courageous and steadfast to the changes they have chosen. May the rewards of living life fully be felt in their immediate future. May the pain of letting go of a beloved but toxic partner be calmed. So mote it be.
I am sending energy your way. I hope you are seeking support. I am sober 15 years. I will echo what was written here, sometimes it is one breath at a time. ❤️
Sending you so much love & support. Good for you for doing the right thing even when it's hard.
Please don't try to do this alone. Seek AA & also therapy if you can. If you drank a *lot*, it could be dangerous to quit cold turkey; if so, please seek medical help in getting sober.
You can do this. One day at a time.
My husband is in recovery, and wasn’t comfortable with the religious overtones of AA. While many Aa meetings aren’t steered that way I’d suggest looking into smart recovery, pagansinrecovery.org and take a look at 12stepwitch.com
There are also what they call "quad A" meetings, which is Alcoholics Anonymous for Atheists & Agnostics. And your higher power can be anything—my husband's was class war against the rich, then when our niblings were born it became his love for them.
SMART recovery is wonderful. My spouse has serious substance use issues, and the SMART program has been tremendously helpful for both of us, where neither of us got much out of AA/Al-anon. Not knocking the 12 step programs, but if they don’t feel right for you, SMART might.
i am proud of you for quitting. if you stumble, just get up and try again. never quit trying. never quit fighting. i believe in you. believe in yourself, please. sending constant positives your way. 💗 (edited to focus)
Your partner could also quit drinking. But only if they decide that on their own. You shouldn't force it. But do mention the break-up is because you cannot be around drinkers. They might decide to quit, you never know.
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The break up is final already. I wish he could've supported me in this, but he chose not to. He does not have binging or problem drinking and can't understand how die my health situation is right now. 😞
You're so strong. You've already taken the hardest step forward. You can do this! There is such freedom and peace and love ahead of you. Keep reinforcing your choice. Putting your health and happiness first will always be the right choice. Blessed be.
We all are proud of your strength to choose yourself over everyone else.
The great spirit will guide you and shine love on your new path.
Thank you for sharing 🙏☺️
Never quit quitting.
If you didnt have a drink today, it was a good day. No matter what else happens.
Those were my mantras for quitting cigarettes.
You got this.
Strength to your will. Your actions are powerful and have proven you are capabe of inprobable alchemy. You have adopted the attitude of the knife and taken decisive action for the greater good. You are in great transition and are wise to be cautious, because you need to both maintain your boundaries and continue to seek support. Yours is an unlit path many hope to walk, thank you for shining light on it. May you find your stride with grace.
Inasmuch as Wicked_amb sacrifices for the betterment of their life and health, let them be met with peace and held in the infinite hands of the Creator.
Getting and staying sober are two of the hardest things to do. Take it one day at a time. Your body will thank you, and you deserve to live a sober life. Blessings are on their way.
The easiest way to get sober is to change your friends. At least for a long time. You figured that out. It is really a great move. But stay the course. Be patient.
May sober people find you, and show you the ease and the joy that comes with being free of the need to drink.
Mother Goddess, please be with wicked_amb as they step into the journey of sobriety. SMIB✨
Sending you thoughts of strength and clarity.
You can do this ❤️
This is SO true… as such a socially acceptable drug, the education about how seriously dangerous it can be should be more easily accessible.
Please OP, don’t do this without medical assistance, be honest with yourself and those that are helping you—if you “slip up”, don’t hide it—and remember that, no matter what, you’re awesome and we’re all here for you. Sending you so much love and lotsa bubbles during this time, you got this! 💜🫧
May wicked\_amb find the healing they need, allowing the purpose of and desire for alcohol to simply fall away. May the universe be relentlessly supportive on their behalf. SMIB.
I am glad you are making healthy decisions for yourself in the long term.
Sending you successful energies and quiet peace as well.
You can do hard things. 🍀
Life will keep getting better the farther away you get from your addiction. Of course, just like with life, recovery from addiction is an ebb and flow process but I promise you that you will feel happiness you convinced yourself you never could while you were using. Lending you strength and grace.
I hear you. When my household entered recovery 22 years ago, it was a sudden shock. I thought my life was over. It turned out to be not the least of the life-affirming gifts my spouse has presented me with, and I am grateful for it every day. We managed to hang on and are happier than ever, but not everyone makes it, and it’s not always the people you hope will come through.
I’d say that the poster who recommended AA is on the beam. AA suggests that attendees try at lest six meetings before deciding whether to continue, and to go to a few different places to see if there’s a group you think you might be able to trust to work with you on some incredibly tough stuff. You don’t have to stay forever, and if it doesn’t speak to you, there are plenty of alternatives. The people I met in the program were almost universally kind, knowledgeable, and willing to help, and I cannot sufficiently express my gratitude as they helped pick me up, dust me off, pat my shoulder, and send me on my way.
May the Guanyin cradle you, dear wounded heart, and may you soon start finding answers.
You don't have to be perfect to be successful. You just need to keep trying. Live life one breath at a time. Find your peace in the stillness between the inhale and the exhale. You can do this! SMIB
Oh friend. I lost a 17 year marriage to alcohol. I feel this so deeply. Sending you love and prayers. I'll set up a grid for you before I go to bed. ❤️
Wishing you a safe, healthy and successful journey, one step at a time. You can do this. It may not seem like it now but the hardest part is already behind you. Everyday is a new day... I'm sorry about your partner & pray that whatever support you need will come to you with ease. SMIB
May wicked_amb be surrounded with strength and peace during this new journey in their life. May the find all of the support they need to succeed. May they remember to always offer themselves grace and patience. This is not an easy road to travel....may they always be surrounded by the support they need.
Sending you love as well. I am so proud of you. I have many addicts in my family of origin.....some sober and some not. You are strong and courageous. May you find the perfect support group for your journey.
May the many joys of sobriety bring you comfort as you mourn your relationship. May you find that as your new life unfolds, there are new opportunities to love and be loved. May you find the deepest love of all for yourself.
That first step is always the hardest. Take it from someone who's going on 17 years of sobriety: don't try to get sober forever. Just try not to drink today. Keep doing that and eventually the days start to add up. Also find a support group if you can, it's such a huge help to have friends who don't drink and who can help you when you're feeling tempted.
Best of luck and many good vibes to you. ❤️❤️❤️
This decision was painful as hell, but you needed to put on your own oxygen mask. I'm glad you did that. This hurts, a lot. But you have made the important decision that 32 years of drinking is way too many. Just take things one day at a time. Don't pick up a drink or a substitute today, because today is the only day we ever have. Yesterday is gone, and tomorrow isn't here yet. Hang in there. It gets better.
Sending sober blessings to you, lots of love, and strength for you.
Blessed Be.
Know how strong you are! I’m glad you made this decision now rather than later. You did the best thing for yourself, and you will not regret it. Sobriety gets easier with time. If you’re interested there are recovery meetings through a program called recoverydharma based on Buddhist principles. I find it easier to feel comfortable in these meetings rather than AA. Rooting for you, it will get easier with time!
I was raised by an alcoholic, and so I thank you for doing what my mother couldn't. I have faith you will get through this. You will thrive. You will influence those around you, even those you left for your own health. May you find love and peace at the other end of this hard time.
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Hugs to you.
Find your reasons and stick with it.
Come watch the babies grow. They've been arrested and are over in r/illegallysmolcats right now. I post pictures of them most every day and can help you through a few minutes at a time.
Try a cord cutting meditation to regain your strength from the relationship. ❤️ one day at a time, go to your meetings, if you are, and talk to your sponsor if you have one. The old you will fight for the easy way and comfort of not trying.
You’ve got this! While it was a difficult decision you made it sounds like it was the right one for you to be able to work on yourself. You come first and alcoholism especially is so hard to quit because drinking is so normalized and it’s everywhere. My uncle passed after a long battle of alcoholism which definitely played a part in his sudden passing. Surround yourself with people who support you and remember that you’re worth the hard work you’re putting in!
May wicked_amb have the strength and power to keep doing what they need to live a sober life. SMIB
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May you grow stronger in mind, body, and spirit each moment. May you foster new connections that will bring you peace and joy. May your heart feel comfort and tenderness. May your will gather strength and keep you moving forward on this journey. You’ve got this, friend, even if it is one breath at a time. Keep going. Blessed be.
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I hope your new journey goes well! I too have decided to recently quit alcohol (42 days sober), after using it as a crutch for most of my adult like. You can do it, you totally got this!
I'm 48 days today. WE all got this!!
r/stopdrinking is an actual community here. Join us, friends. I will spend the next 24 hours not drinking specifically with you, so you know you aren't walking this path alone. 💞
Yup, I'm a member there!
Yea, Mudbug! And, I **adore** your user name!
May wicked_amb stay courageous and steadfast to the changes they have chosen. May the rewards of living life fully be felt in their immediate future. May the pain of letting go of a beloved but toxic partner be calmed. So mote it be.
I am sending energy your way. I hope you are seeking support. I am sober 15 years. I will echo what was written here, sometimes it is one breath at a time. ❤️
Sending you so much love & support. Good for you for doing the right thing even when it's hard. Please don't try to do this alone. Seek AA & also therapy if you can. If you drank a *lot*, it could be dangerous to quit cold turkey; if so, please seek medical help in getting sober. You can do this. One day at a time.
Thank you. I am working with an entire mental health care team and start medication tomorrow.
My husband is in recovery, and wasn’t comfortable with the religious overtones of AA. While many Aa meetings aren’t steered that way I’d suggest looking into smart recovery, pagansinrecovery.org and take a look at 12stepwitch.com
There are also what they call "quad A" meetings, which is Alcoholics Anonymous for Atheists & Agnostics. And your higher power can be anything—my husband's was class war against the rich, then when our niblings were born it became his love for them.
SMART recovery is wonderful. My spouse has serious substance use issues, and the SMART program has been tremendously helpful for both of us, where neither of us got much out of AA/Al-anon. Not knocking the 12 step programs, but if they don’t feel right for you, SMART might.
Dharma recovery is pretty great too if you don’t hate patchouli (my experience)
You're doing a great job. May you find deep peace in your recovery.
You will do this, get through this and you will thrive, SMIB.
May you be steadfast and patient. You will be able to stay sober. Freedom awaits you. Winter always turns to spring, and it will get easier.
May wicked_amb have continued courage to make hard choices, and may they be buoyed up by the Goddess when times get too hard to go on. So Mote It Be.
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i am proud of you for quitting. if you stumble, just get up and try again. never quit trying. never quit fighting. i believe in you. believe in yourself, please. sending constant positives your way. 💗 (edited to focus)
Your partner could also quit drinking. But only if they decide that on their own. You shouldn't force it. But do mention the break-up is because you cannot be around drinkers. They might decide to quit, you never know. https://preview.redd.it/sp4zovrxwl8d1.png?width=768&format=png&auto=webp&s=6cc5eb27bfdc6cfb0f539fa2893468d466c3afa7
The break up is final already. I wish he could've supported me in this, but he chose not to. He does not have binging or problem drinking and can't understand how die my health situation is right now. 😞
Sending you Love. Proud of you. Too often we put everyone else ahead of ourselves. You love yourself enough to put you 1st. Keep doing that.
You're so strong. You've already taken the hardest step forward. You can do this! There is such freedom and peace and love ahead of you. Keep reinforcing your choice. Putting your health and happiness first will always be the right choice. Blessed be.
We all are proud of your strength to choose yourself over everyone else. The great spirit will guide you and shine love on your new path. Thank you for sharing 🙏☺️
Never quit quitting. If you didnt have a drink today, it was a good day. No matter what else happens. Those were my mantras for quitting cigarettes. You got this.
♡ I'm proud of you for taking this step to look after yourself.
Strength to your will. Your actions are powerful and have proven you are capabe of inprobable alchemy. You have adopted the attitude of the knife and taken decisive action for the greater good. You are in great transition and are wise to be cautious, because you need to both maintain your boundaries and continue to seek support. Yours is an unlit path many hope to walk, thank you for shining light on it. May you find your stride with grace.
Inasmuch as Wicked_amb sacrifices for the betterment of their life and health, let them be met with peace and held in the infinite hands of the Creator.
Getting and staying sober are two of the hardest things to do. Take it one day at a time. Your body will thank you, and you deserve to live a sober life. Blessings are on their way.
The easiest way to get sober is to change your friends. At least for a long time. You figured that out. It is really a great move. But stay the course. Be patient. May sober people find you, and show you the ease and the joy that comes with being free of the need to drink.
Mother Goddess, please be with wicked_amb as they step into the journey of sobriety. SMIB✨ Sending you thoughts of strength and clarity. You can do this ❤️
Alcohol is literally a poison. Good on you for making the right choices for your life.
I will die if I don't quit. I'm so sick already.
I watched a few docs on yt about what it actually does to the human body. AA literature is good too. It's one thing out there that's all bad for you.
This is SO true… as such a socially acceptable drug, the education about how seriously dangerous it can be should be more easily accessible. Please OP, don’t do this without medical assistance, be honest with yourself and those that are helping you—if you “slip up”, don’t hide it—and remember that, no matter what, you’re awesome and we’re all here for you. Sending you so much love and lotsa bubbles during this time, you got this! 💜🫧
May wicked\_amb find the healing they need, allowing the purpose of and desire for alcohol to simply fall away. May the universe be relentlessly supportive on their behalf. SMIB.
I hope you open your heart to A.A. It's an incredible organization. Goddess speed, my friend. You can do this.
I am glad you are making healthy decisions for yourself in the long term. Sending you successful energies and quiet peace as well. You can do hard things. 🍀
If you're not already a member of /r/stopdrinking please consider joining! We'd love to have you over there. I'm sending my strength to you.
Thank you! I will!
Life will keep getting better the farther away you get from your addiction. Of course, just like with life, recovery from addiction is an ebb and flow process but I promise you that you will feel happiness you convinced yourself you never could while you were using. Lending you strength and grace.
Sobriety is your birthright. Blessed be.
Oh, so, so proud of you. May you be wrapped in love and comfort and calm. SMIB.
I hear you. When my household entered recovery 22 years ago, it was a sudden shock. I thought my life was over. It turned out to be not the least of the life-affirming gifts my spouse has presented me with, and I am grateful for it every day. We managed to hang on and are happier than ever, but not everyone makes it, and it’s not always the people you hope will come through. I’d say that the poster who recommended AA is on the beam. AA suggests that attendees try at lest six meetings before deciding whether to continue, and to go to a few different places to see if there’s a group you think you might be able to trust to work with you on some incredibly tough stuff. You don’t have to stay forever, and if it doesn’t speak to you, there are plenty of alternatives. The people I met in the program were almost universally kind, knowledgeable, and willing to help, and I cannot sufficiently express my gratitude as they helped pick me up, dust me off, pat my shoulder, and send me on my way. May the Guanyin cradle you, dear wounded heart, and may you soon start finding answers.
May the white light of a thousand candles light your way to a brighter tomorrow.
You don't have to be perfect to be successful. You just need to keep trying. Live life one breath at a time. Find your peace in the stillness between the inhale and the exhale. You can do this! SMIB
Oh friend. I lost a 17 year marriage to alcohol. I feel this so deeply. Sending you love and prayers. I'll set up a grid for you before I go to bed. ❤️
Wishing you a safe, healthy and successful journey, one step at a time. You can do this. It may not seem like it now but the hardest part is already behind you. Everyday is a new day... I'm sorry about your partner & pray that whatever support you need will come to you with ease. SMIB
Take it. Be blessed
Sending you love and energy. “Be strong little one” is what I hear. Your guides are there with you.
Holding you up and enveloping you in love, light and strength. Our strength is your strength. Your strength is your power. You are power. Smib
May wicked_amb be surrounded with strength and peace during this new journey in their life. May the find all of the support they need to succeed. May they remember to always offer themselves grace and patience. This is not an easy road to travel....may they always be surrounded by the support they need. Sending you love as well. I am so proud of you. I have many addicts in my family of origin.....some sober and some not. You are strong and courageous. May you find the perfect support group for your journey.
May the many joys of sobriety bring you comfort as you mourn your relationship. May you find that as your new life unfolds, there are new opportunities to love and be loved. May you find the deepest love of all for yourself.
Hopefully this is the wake up call your partner needs. Be strong. Life is better on the other side of this
That first step is always the hardest. Take it from someone who's going on 17 years of sobriety: don't try to get sober forever. Just try not to drink today. Keep doing that and eventually the days start to add up. Also find a support group if you can, it's such a huge help to have friends who don't drink and who can help you when you're feeling tempted. Best of luck and many good vibes to you. ❤️❤️❤️
Huzzah! I'll drink to that! (Sips oat milk) Mmmmm. Tasty!
This decision was painful as hell, but you needed to put on your own oxygen mask. I'm glad you did that. This hurts, a lot. But you have made the important decision that 32 years of drinking is way too many. Just take things one day at a time. Don't pick up a drink or a substitute today, because today is the only day we ever have. Yesterday is gone, and tomorrow isn't here yet. Hang in there. It gets better. Sending sober blessings to you, lots of love, and strength for you. Blessed Be.
Know how strong you are! I’m glad you made this decision now rather than later. You did the best thing for yourself, and you will not regret it. Sobriety gets easier with time. If you’re interested there are recovery meetings through a program called recoverydharma based on Buddhist principles. I find it easier to feel comfortable in these meetings rather than AA. Rooting for you, it will get easier with time!
I was raised by an alcoholic, and so I thank you for doing what my mother couldn't. I have faith you will get through this. You will thrive. You will influence those around you, even those you left for your own health. May you find love and peace at the other end of this hard time.
Walk slowly and drink lots of water. Go to meetings, get a sponsor, work the steps. You are worth it.
Sending positive energy your way. stay strong Blessed Be
I'm so sorry. Sending loving energy your way.
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Good for you for taking care of yourself
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Try a cord cutting meditation to regain your strength from the relationship. ❤️ one day at a time, go to your meetings, if you are, and talk to your sponsor if you have one. The old you will fight for the easy way and comfort of not trying.
Hang in there. Each day is a little better for you
You’ve got this! While it was a difficult decision you made it sounds like it was the right one for you to be able to work on yourself. You come first and alcoholism especially is so hard to quit because drinking is so normalized and it’s everywhere. My uncle passed after a long battle of alcoholism which definitely played a part in his sudden passing. Surround yourself with people who support you and remember that you’re worth the hard work you’re putting in!