Just know that there are people that love you. I'm an alcoholic. I have been since I lost my best friend in the Marine Corps. I finally asked for help a few weeks ago, and the support has been overwhelming. I know there's a few of you fellow vets out there who are prideful like me, and think we can conquer everything ourselves, but just simply asking for help is all you need to do. I had heard horror stories about the VA, but, everyone I've talked to so far has been incredibly helpful, and I'll be checking into the hospital tomorrow before I kill myself by drowning in alcohol. The help is out there, guys, you just have to ask for it. I'm ready for the fight ahead, and you need to be too. We need all hands on deck, and if you're not well, you need to get well. All the best - Felonious
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Godspeed, Pede. 20+ years sober here, and it’s worth it. My first 6 months were more than difficult but I stuck with it because I didn’t want to ever have to start over again. I’m here cheering you on and available if you need an ear.
I hope to be you in 20 years
Take one day at a time and before you know it will be 20 years. You can do this. I didn’t participate much when I went to AA meetings, but just being there listening helped me when I needed it. I could just be where people understood, even if I wasn’t able to say a word. It made a difference for me. At first I counted the hours from my last drink, then it was days, then it was weeks, then months, and now years. The first hours, days, weeks and months were the hardest as my body cleared itself of it, and as I began to heal. I had to learn a lifestyle without alcohol, and that was hard because everything in my life at that time revolved around it. It was uncomfortable and awkward, but I was determined. You can do this and you will find life is good and enjoyable with a clear mind and healthy body. Godspeed, Pede. You’ve already taken the most difficult step. One day at a time.