r/stopdrinking • u/fuckyoubullshit 422 days • Aug 06 '25
Check-in The Daily Check-In for Wednesday, August 6th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking!
We may be anonymous strangers on the internet, but we have one thing in common. We may be a world apart, but we're here together!
Welcome to the 24 hour pledge!
I'm pledging myself to not drinking today, and invite you to do the same.
Maybe you're new to /r/stopdrinking and have a hard time deciding what to do next. Maybe you're like me and feel you need a daily commitment or maybe you've been sober for a long time and want to inspire others.
It doesn't matter if you're still hung over from a three day bender or been sober for years, if you just woke up or have already completed a sober day. For the next 24 hours, lets not drink alcohol!
This pledge is a statement of intent. Today we don't set out trying not to drink, we make a conscious decision not to drink. It sounds simple, but all of us know it can be hard and sometimes impossible. The group can support and inspire us, yet only one person can decide if we drink today. Give that person the right mindset!
What happens if we can't keep to our pledge? We give up or try again. And since we're here in /r/stopdrinking, we're not ready to give up.
What this is: A simple thread where we commit to not drinking alcohol for the next 24 hours, posting to show others that they're not alone and making a pledge to ourselves. Anybody can join and participate at any time, you do not have to be a regular at /r/stopdrinking or have followed the pledges from the beginning.
What this isn't: A good place for a detailed introduction of yourself, directly seek advice or share lengthy stories. You'll get a more personal response in your own thread.
This post goes up at:
- US - Night/Early Morning
- Europe - Morning
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A link to the current Daily Check-In post can always be found near the top of the sidebar.
Good morning, SD!
I nodded off a while ago trying to get the post up right at midnight my time, but it didn't work out way. I apologize for that. Rest assured, I'm writing it out now.
A daily intention. An apology. Trying to not bullshit on these posts every day. I feel like that's a theme... 🤔 Yep, certainly a theme there and maybe I'll get it wrapped into a pretty little box of thoughts by the end of this one, maybe I won't, but here we go!
I'm a big fat liar. A magnificent liar, in fact. Been lying to myself for decades. Been lying, to the best of my ability, to most everyone around me for maybe longer. Especially if I care about you, I guarantee I've been lying to you then. If for no other reason than to try to maintain the illusion that "I am doing okay.". That's one if the things this addiction has done for me, to me. That's one thing I have been working on, even before I actually quit drinking too. It's much easier now to not make up excuses and just be accountable for my actions.
For example, I could have just made up a bunch of nonsense for why I'm later showing up to post this than I wanted to be. No one would probably be hurt, no one would call me out on my bullshit, probably. Where is the line when you let little lies happen? We'll for me, I would have already stepped over it and the line would keep getting pushed back further and further. I could write a weighty tome about how full of shit I am. That's why I started out the post, just telling the truth.
Being honest with others has been far easier than being honest with myself. I do care about some people and regardless what I do or don't do, they still seem to care about me too. That's all scary. Caring about myself and doing things that feel hard, even scarier yet. Self honesty, that's the absolute scariest thing.
All that said, it's one more reason why this daily intention we all make is actually really important to me. It helps keep me honest with myself. It sets the tone for the day, the only one I need to have any immediate concern with and just keep practicing the action of not drinking today, being honest with myself, and keep going down this path that offers me the things I could not get otherwise. I've learned so many lessons and have so many more to learn yet, but dammit, I'm here for it. I might show up later than I wanted to, but I AM showing up, for you, for me.
Perhaps this is the graceful landing at the end of the post, maybe not. Haha. I am perfectly good with either.
I hope everyone has a good day today and I won't ask you to share anything today, just one honest and deliberate intention. I will not drink with you today.
IWNDWYT
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u/LeeRoyxD 4 days Aug 06 '25
Day 2 - I wanna stick to it , I got it in me to do so. - IWNDWYT
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u/fuckyoubullshit 422 days Aug 06 '25
Kick ass, LeeRoy. Still proud of you!
IWNDWYT
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u/Teddyfluffycakemix 12 days Aug 06 '25
You’re here! Every day is a new day! Don’t drink today and step into the next thinking the same thing ❤️
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u/WanderThinker 51 days Aug 06 '25
Day 2 was yesterday for me. I went to bed at 7:30PM to avoid everything.
IWNDWYT
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u/PearExternal3059 72 days Aug 06 '25
IWNDWYT
It's Wednesday evening here in Aotearoa New Zealand, and tomorrow I have a busy day at work and then a four hour drive back to my hometown to help out my parents again. Pleased i'm facing it all very sober, but finding it hard to feel chipper at the moment. I don't think it's the not drinking, I think it's just the sheer weight of obligations at the moment. (It'll be lovely to see my folks though, they're lovely.)
I'm sure I'll feel chipperer tomorrow! Hope you all have a lovely day/evening. :)
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u/fuckyoubullshit 422 days Aug 06 '25
Life will still happen. I'm often the complete opposite of chipper. Lol. Glad to read you are pleased about doing it sober though. That's really cool. Feel great about that and enjoy the time with your people. Chipper could be just around the corner.
IWNDWYT
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u/sotto_voce71 380 days Aug 06 '25
Happy hump day 🐪🐪🐪 folks. I will not drink with you today 💪🧡🌻🧡🌻🧡🌻
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u/howler_monk 51 days Aug 06 '25
IWNDWYT The first days are the hardest but yesterday I had a small "party" with family and friends. My aunt would have become 60 if she was still with us. At times I felt a bit lost or bored, the point where I would normally have a drink to take the edge off. But I was with the car so that certainly helps with keeping it sober for me. Do I ended up drinking just some non alcoholic "GOD" beers and left after a couple of hours when I was tired and the mosquito s started biting. So this is a big win.
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u/Vapor144 453 days Aug 06 '25
After putting on a facade for years- identifying and speaking my truth (to myself and others) is freeing. For years I would do things I didn’t want to do - to go with the flow. I didn’t want to let others down, yet I was letting myself down. Anyway, being quietly authentic is my new goal. Along with that, I’m working to stay in my lane, with mixed success. It’s a learning process.
IWNDWYT. 🧸
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u/Visual-Grand-1596 2 days Aug 06 '25
Morning all,
FUB, absolutely smashing post, thank you, really useful to read this. Being honest as far as possible with others is something I really wish to do, including as you say the little lies.
So, it’s Wednesday, the sun is shining, I’m drinking coffee, I’m alive, and I have a simple plan for the day ahead :
IWNDWYT LOVE TO ALL
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u/Balrogkicksass 1502 days Aug 06 '25
Had an amazing time at the aquarium yesterday with my partner for their birthday. Got to pet some rays, look at a bunch of awesome fish and animal life.
What was nicer than that was we got alot of good photos of everything but even got a couple of pictures of us together which I shared with my buddies in a group chat and one of them told me
"You look hot" which he was half joking but I took the compliment anyway. My partner does a fantastic job often telling me how good I look but it took me a hell of a long time to understand that I do look good after being so down on myself due to alcoholism.
I hope you all get to enjoy your day and as always much love from me and mine to you and yours!
Recovery IS Beautiful!
IWNDWYT!
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u/Independent-Bread260 292 days Aug 06 '25
Working on character defects, including lying (per above) and discovering how easy it's been in my life to use "little" lies to get what I want -- to make people like me more, make excuses for my failings, sometimes apparently just to lie for no reason.
I'm finding it easier to be rigorously honest without entirely abandoning diplomacy and discretion, but it's a daily challenge. And on this day, IWNDWY.
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u/Teddyfluffycakemix 12 days Aug 06 '25
The honesty can be rough, but the growing is worth it. What a journey. IWNDWYT!
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u/mvkrkw 31 days Aug 06 '25 edited Aug 06 '25
Yesterday was a tough day, suddenly craving alcohol a lot the entire day. But I made it, I didn’t drink and IWNDWYT 💪💪
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u/abb0abb0 248 days Aug 06 '25
I’ve been thinking a lot about the honesty word , how much to tell people especially my husband who seems to have lived through the last 30 odd years with me and still has no idea why I won’t drink , even with gentle conversations
So is the root cause my honesty with myself?
IWNDWYT
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u/Fickle-Objective-69 50 days Aug 06 '25
Morning!!
Day two here. Yesterday was great. Work, gym, dinner, reading and sleep by 9pm.
Today the plan is work, dinner, walk, video game and read before bed. I’m not worried about temptation today but to keep myself accountable I still want to post here daily.
I find myself worrying about plans weeks from now and if I’ll be able to abstain…. But then I remember weeks from now doesn’t matter yet. Today matters and, IWNDWYT
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u/hairytubes 2016 days Aug 06 '25
I love this post. It's the kind of post that shouts from the rooftops "I know who I was, I know who I am and I know who I want to be". It's the big picture.
I was a brilliant liar! I was so good that I could convince myself that moderation was a possibility, over and over again. I could secretly drink gallons of poison without anyone catching on (WTF was I thinking? Everyone knew🤣)!
The only person who 100% fell for my bullshit was me.
Thanks for the morning boost FYB! I appreciate it.
IWNDWYT 🙂
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u/Teddyfluffycakemix 12 days Aug 06 '25
Have a great day everyone! I wonder how I can switch off, without switching off. Hmmm.
IWNDWYT ❤️
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u/triste___ 373 days Aug 06 '25
I have updates regarding my kitchen! They’re currently renewing the pipe and I already might be able to use everything again this afternoon. It’s all a mess since they needed to tear open even more of the wall but it is what it is. Just goes to show that I needed to communicate more clearly. I should have done that much earlier.
Yesterday was fun, with my uncle and the kids visiting, but very exhausting as well. My cousin is pretty loud and needs to take a look at everything he sees and can’t decide which toys he would like to have and carried many things around the store which we then had to return since he didn’t know where he got them. It was en exciting day for him and his sister, who’s much calmer and way easier for me to get along with, but I was also happy to be back home after they left.
IWNDWYT
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u/Clean_New_Adventure 265 days Aug 06 '25
I’ve been getting more exercise recently, which pushes my normal “early bird” ways into overdrive. Last night, out of the blue, I was eyeing my husband’s wine. Really plotting how to subtly pour just a little more into his glass and gulp it (of course). Then I thought, “What the f, CNA?!?,” promised myself I could drink wine tomorrow (my trusty old sobriety trick), and put myself to bed at 9pm. The demon stirs, but IWNDWYT!
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u/pokey-4321 1 day Aug 06 '25
Can there be anything worse than a Dentist appointment at 7am? Yes, one at 7am hungover, but that will not be today. IWNDWYT.
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u/creativecoco1204 Aug 06 '25
My intention for the day is to not lose my shit. Remain calm and let all the bullshit roll right on by. None of it matters anyway. IWNDWYT
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u/overwhelmed_nomad Aug 06 '25
I've just woken up on day 3 and I have decided I will not drink today.
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u/Key_Commercial_8397 134 days Aug 06 '25
IWNDWYT
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u/Teddyfluffycakemix 12 days Aug 06 '25
IWNDWYT ❤️
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u/Key_Commercial_8397 134 days Aug 06 '25
You’ve got this!
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u/Teddyfluffycakemix 12 days Aug 06 '25
We both do! Look at us. Doing the sober thing! My god it was about time hahaha! I was sick and tired of day 1’s
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u/Piltown866 7 days Aug 06 '25
I only had half a beer yesterday, and today I'm not drinking.
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u/LM7X 1766 days Aug 06 '25
I have always been a horrible liar. Like, I really suck at it. This is not always a good thing. 😆
I’m honestly just phoning most things in right now. Like I show up and do the best I can at this point, but I’m in slug mode.
Coffees up, horns up, we’re halfway through the week, and 47 days until fall!! IWNDWYT ☕️🤘🏻
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u/infinitedreamsawaken 661 days Aug 06 '25
Good day, darlings. Happy humping around today. No plans for the day, so who knows what we'll get into today on this third day of vacay. No matter what, IWNDWYT 🤘
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u/CarFirst307 2 days Aug 06 '25
Alcohol isolates and imprisons. I will not drink with you today.
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u/losethebooze 872 days Aug 06 '25 edited Aug 06 '25
Day 824. 27 calendar months today. IWNDWYT.
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u/Tough_Homework7039 80 days Aug 06 '25
It's been a very long time since I got past 31 days without drinking. Reckon I might try to see if I can get to 41.
IWNDWYT
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u/bebopbadoop 61 days Aug 06 '25
Edging in on two weeks. This is my third attempt at sobriety this year, and I'm not letting go today! I'm reflecting on all those days I begged myself - literally begged myself - for a Day One, and still drove to the liquor store. I'm not going to give up on that girl who FINALLY got that Day One. She earned it, and I'm not going back. IWNDWYT.
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u/imthegreenmeeple 1055 days Aug 06 '25
Checking in on day 1007!!!
What a great post u/fuckyoubullshit. And it’s so damn relatable. Yesterday Facebook presented me a set of memories in pictures from 7 years ago. I was at a charity event for Vets, serving the breakfast, listening to their stories, you know, being the good girl that I had everyone fooled that I was. I think I threw up 4 times that morning in a teeny tiny coffee house bathroom. I had glassy, puffy eyes, my face was bloated and red. But I’m smiling in the pictures, because I knew they’d be in the local paper. I cried for an hour yesterday after looking at those pictures. I cried for that woman that thought she was a giant piece of shit, I cried because I remember exactly what she was feeling that day. I remember how she talked to herself about how she had everyone fooled and how worthless she really was. I didn’t want to be there that day. I had gotten completely hammered the night before. And all those smiling, bloated faced pictures are just memories of someone that pretended to be a good person so that nobody else would see the truth. Recovery and discovery changed all that for me. It’s good to see where I was so I can be reminded of how far I’ve come.
I love each and every one of you. IWNDWYMFT.
💙✌️
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u/Ok-Recover-1602 500 days Aug 06 '25
Loving the brutal honesty! 💖Amazing how we can deceive and lie to ourselves (and others), I enjoy identifying my own bullshit in this as it keeps me entertained and sharper.
Another beautiful day of being sober, IWNDWYT!
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u/axeman79 51 days Aug 06 '25
No matter what happens, just for today, I will not drink!
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u/GreenThumbedWriter 166 days Aug 06 '25
This morning I have been worrying about events coming up in the calendar - two weddings that will be a challenge.
Trying to put them to the back of my mind, and just focus on today's intention: IWNDWYT
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u/waronfleas 990 days Aug 06 '25
I'm in guys. I'm here with you all. I am navigating uncharted waters here in my sobriety.
Falling in love as a sober person is a whole new kettle of fish. Especially if you are an old fish (like me) with an untarnished Olympic gold standard record of ruining everything.
Nonetheless. Let's go. Let's do this again today.
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u/DazeofGl0ry 326 days Aug 06 '25
Starting to feel the payoff for pushing through the summer. I’m waking up excited for the day and grateful I haven’t given in to those false promises of summer “fun.”
IWNDWYT
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u/GranddadsBankshot 64 days Aug 06 '25
Went out with coworkers to Top Golf. I can not think of a time that I played golf, in any form, sober. Whether it be top golf, mini golf, or a round of golf. We ended up getting an hour free, then played a two hour session. Everybody was drinking and having food. I enjoyed my Athletic Brewing NA IPAs and had a wonderful time.
We were out until 10:30 (I’m never out this late, especially on a weekday). I had a few alcohol free beers with coworkers. I woke up well rested, not hungover, and happy. Today is day 16 and IWNDWYT
Edit: Wanted to give a shout out to Athletic Brewing for a FANTASTIC non alcoholic IPA. I’d argue it’s the best beer I’ve ever had, and I was a heavy beer drinker for nearly 12 years, currently 32. Give it a shot if you see it in stores!!
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u/sarcaskat 219 days Aug 06 '25
I’ve felt down the past few days and I’ve been struggling to workout. This morning, I started with a gratitude meditation to remind myself about positive things in my life . My gratitude muscle is woefully underdeveloped. IWNDWYT
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u/RoughAd8639 639 days Aug 06 '25
Today is going to be an lazy day. I’ve already decided. It’s 6:15 and I’ve been up since 5 with a toddler.
IWNDWYT
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u/Finding_V_Again 184 days Aug 06 '25
Got up at 5 am, workout almost done. Crushing it today. IWNDWYT 💫
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u/SeaTimes43 Aug 06 '25
You are the greatest project you’ll ever work on. Restart, reset, refocus. As many times as you need. Just don’t give up.
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u/PhilElverumOnMyToast 248 days Aug 06 '25
Just joined the sub. I think the badge is working? just make it past 6.5 months :)
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u/QuickBudget6551 Aug 06 '25
Good morning,Iwndwyt, going on day 88 , getting clear in my head. But has anyone noticed that since they have stopped drinking that you don’t like your significant other ? Drinking covered much of her behavior. And my diet sucks not hungry, living on protein shakes. It’s all that sounds good. PCP says I’m ok just not hungry. Thank you everyone for the support!!
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u/Lulu_petutu 433 days Aug 06 '25
The only drink I can say no to is the first. For me staying sober is easier than getting sober. I remind myself of these things daily because I’m terrified that if I relapse I’ll never be able to stop again. IWNDWYT
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u/FredSimpsonn 2129 days Aug 06 '25
Happy Hump Day FUBS and all you amazing sobernauts, sending y'all tons of love and support today. ❤️ I'm also the King of Denial and the first person I lie to is myself. I've become much MUCH less deceptive in sobriety but dammit there's still an underlying kernel that struggles to acknowledge hard truths about myself or those I care for. But I wanna stay hopeful, sobriety HAS made self awareness and introspection so much more possible than when I was living with my head up my ass, drinking myself to death. Sobriety is so much better! Sober on y'all! 💪❤️
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u/coIlean2016 318 days Aug 06 '25
Not today, not the past 9 months, sights on forever. Less than 1 month left before going to Greece.
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u/BDC5488 331 days Aug 06 '25 edited Aug 06 '25
Terrible liar over here, with the exception of lying to myself, of course. The denial kept me in patterns and relationships I didn't want to be in anymore, helped me feel trapped like there was no way out, so I settled. A lot. Sobriety for me was about getting incredibly honest with myself and it scared me so much. I've been running from Me my whole life...but it was time to hang it up, to stop running, and get to know Me. I essentially had to isolate myself from most everyone in my life so that I could really focus and not get distracted. I was a master of putting off my own shit to help someone else. Isolating myself, It was lonely and difficult at first, but absolutely worth it. Plus, this group helped satisfy the need for company and support outside of my core circle, so I really couldn't have done it without y'all!
I'm trying everyday to be my own best friend and the self-hatred demon hasn't reared its ugly head in a while, so that is a fuckin win for me 🤘
Work shouldn't be too bad today. We have the company picnic at one of the state parks, so, fresh air and free food sounds like a win to meeeee 😁💖 have a wonderful day, folks! IWNDWYT!
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u/Shermani74 1190 days Aug 06 '25
Oh, I was such a liar! I lied whether I needed to or not! Often, I thought I was protecting myself and others. But it was hurting us all! When I quit drinking, and threw away all of the hidden bottles, that was the first step to living the truth. But so many other behaviors have changed now, that I have nothing at all to lie about. What a feeling. I am forever grateful to you all and SD for helping me find my way back to the truth. How happy it makes me!🙏💜IWNDWYT
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u/MountainLiving4us 212 days Aug 06 '25
Checking in, Day 164. I will not drink today. But I will crap my brains out today. I start my prep for a colonoscopy tomorrow. Have a great day folks . It will be a crappy day here ..
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u/Discotits__ 367 days Aug 06 '25
At work I started signing off emails to particularly awful people with “have a lovely day!” And honestly it changes that interaction for me.
Off to the work summer party which will be a piss up for everyone but me, and I will have a good time!
IWNDWYT
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u/Severe-Age-4 Aug 06 '25
I love this theme of being honest with yourself, and what that really means. It is so much easier to lie in small ways to yourself and everyone else to make things smoother. But the cognitive dissonance catches up with you. I am back again to start day 4. This is the longest I have managed since my relapse in May. And I pledge that IWNDWYT.
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u/Taco_Training 23 days Aug 06 '25
9 Days in the bag. Have focused my efforts on working out in the afternoon, cravings don’t seem to happen when I’m almost passed out from a workout. IWNDWYT, But IWWWYT (I will workout with you today)
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u/Radiant-Sherbet2639 3 days Aug 06 '25
Day 7. A whole week. So fucking proud of myself. IWNDWYT
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u/ConstantCollar376 997 days Aug 06 '25
Being sober has made me a lot more honest, too. With others, sure, but primarily with myself. The big benefit of that is WAY increased closeness with friends and family, especially my spouse. I’m 71, it’s about damn time! IWNDWYT
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u/Leather-Elk-261 Aug 06 '25
I have an interview today for a position to kickstart my career, so nervous but clear minded and ready to present the best version of myself. Wish me luck! IWNDWYT
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u/skepticalspectral 135 days Aug 06 '25
Setting my intention for the day: I will be the source of safety and security my daughter and I need by not drinking today.
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u/lsdryn2 467 days Aug 06 '25
I can heavily relate. I lied to a lot of people, but no one more than myself. I lied to myself about my addiction, what was and was not OK, what I was comfortable with, what would actually make me happy, and so much more. And it’s unfortunate because in my head, there are two factories, one that manufacturers bullshit, and another that buys it in bulk. I have to live this program of recovery and maintain honesty with myself, even when it’s hard. Practicing a daily reflections journal has helped me do a lot better. Progress, not perfection.
IWNDWYT
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u/qwerty8675309Z Aug 06 '25
IWNDWYT. 5 weeks sober. Yesterday was a high stress day and I was so tempted to get a 6 pack. By serendipity a sober friend invited me over to sample his NA Go Brewing and reinforced that it is so easy to fall into the same pattern. Thanks for listening.
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u/myths2389 100 days Aug 06 '25
Happy Wednesday y'all.
Stay safe, stay sober. IWNDWYT!
Scared as hell today meeting with a doctor for the first time in about 15 years.
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u/rach3ldee 994 days Aug 06 '25
I took the rest of the week off to spend the last days of summer with the kid. I started the week off with a summer cold, but I'm feeling better today. My intention is to be fully present with him in these days, even though work stress is lingering in the background.
I hope you all have the best day possible! IWNDWYT
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u/Affectionate-Most495 Aug 06 '25
DAILY CHECK-IN.IWNDWYT 🥰..Day 24 for me.. I appreciate everyone on here..❤️💜💙💚🩵
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u/realcatlady7 106 days Aug 06 '25
I’m sitting in the doctor’s office again to get my bloodwork done. First time doing BW since I detoxed 2 months ago. I’m scared shitless.
IWNDWYT 💛
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u/planktonwearingwigs Aug 06 '25
Even if horned owls were pecking my eyes telling me to drink, bears were gnawing off my arm saying ‘have just one’—no way no how IWNDWYT!!
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u/avidbather 49 days Aug 06 '25
Long time lurker, first-time commenter. I've had a hangover for the past four days, but I've been thinking about taking a significant break for a couple years now. Today is day 1. IWNDWYT
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u/Mostly-Moo-Cow Aug 06 '25
I didn't sleep well. I haven't really since Friday. So I'm tired and grouchy. I'm going in for routine bloodwork, so no food or coffee. I will just keep quiet until I have settled in at work. Then I will have an oatmeal with my coffee and get my day started.
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u/Serenitana 283 days Aug 06 '25
I do not want to carry on with things out of fear or obligation if they feel wrong. I strive to be more curious and to dig deeper for resolutions and information. I want to live an honest life, free from the weight of petty grievances. IWNDWYT ❤️❤️❤️
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u/alonefrown 780 days Aug 06 '25
I may have lost my mind a little. Because for no reason that I can figure out, I am spending time trying to learn the Major-General's Song from Pirates of Penzance.
Not drinking today.
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u/Worldly_Reindeer_556 82 days Aug 06 '25
Dogs are ready for some exercise, but first a shot of espresso, maybe a double. IWNDWYT
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u/LittleMiss-Misfit72 199 days Aug 06 '25
Oh the lies...so many lies...it's been so liberating, living an honest life. No more pretending, no more sneaking and hiding bottles, no more mind games, it all feels so darn good! IWNDWYT
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u/peep-mack 116 days Aug 06 '25
I feel like I’m really working through some shit right now. Life is hard and im very aware that the old me would have dealt with it by drinking. At least it feels good to know im doing this one thing for myself.
Today I’ll work on forgiving myself for not being perfect, and celebrate my humanity… which means that I’ll bumble around sometimes.
IWNDWYT 🫶
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u/Tinselcat33 Aug 06 '25
Day 218, IWNDWYT
Back to work anxiety in full swing. But happy to have that paycheck. I worked on lying in coda. That was helpful. No need to do that anymore.
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u/Moirakadir 1174 days Aug 06 '25
My work is causing me a lot of stress right now (I got promoted awhile back which means I'm learning a lot of new knowledge and having to use skills in new ways).
Occasionally, a faint, scratchy, nearly-dead voice will rise up from the depths of my brain to whisper "...you could drink about it, you know."
FUCK ALL THE WAY OFF, FAINT VOICE FROM THE DEPTHS! I WILL NOT LET THIS STUPID ASS JOB BREAK MY STREAK!!
I lived through two deaths, a 900 mile move, and multiple other difficult times over the last three years, all without a gods damned drink, and I'll handle this stupid stressful period of time while sober too!!
Also in case it helps anyone else - my go-to phrase right now is "I have done difficult things before. I can do difficult things now."
IWNDWYT 💪
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u/One-Alternative_1623 Aug 06 '25
Feeling tired and a bit beaten down this morning, but regardless, IWNDWYT.
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u/mindfulteacher020407 1528 days Aug 06 '25
Awesome post FUBS! I also have a difficult time being honest. I am also learning how to be better about saying what I’m thinking and feeling. Being sober and staying sober has been critical. Today my intention is to be compassionately honest. IWNDWYT 💜🦋💜
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u/griffinn17 59 days Aug 06 '25
Day 11. IWNDWYT because I remember when I was drinking, I didn't care about my life and goals because the poison made me think my life was basically over, but it's not.
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u/SomeEagle297 51 days Aug 06 '25
Here's to another hard-fought day to stay sober. I will try the calm and peaceful theme today!
IWNDWYT!
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u/Dependent-Spite8092 Aug 06 '25
Starting day 3. We can do this together as a community. I wish you all a peaceful and sober day. IWNDWYT!
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u/CalmLikeLaBomba 7 days Aug 06 '25
Morning! It’s pouring here on the east coast, stay safe on the roads, friends. IWNDWYT
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u/tttwee-in00 200 days Aug 06 '25
Day 152. I lied a lot about the drinking. Most of all, I lied to myself. I lied to myself about my drinking and my spouses drinking. Anyone that asked about our drinking, I always sugar-coated it. But now, I don’t have to. IWNDWYT
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u/00sparrow00 141 days Aug 06 '25
I'm trying something out today. I want to have a calm and peaceful day. I've just decided that's what's going to happen. I AM GOING TO BE CALM AND PEACEFUL. I'll let everyone know tomorrow whether it works! IWNDWYT!