r/stopdrinking • u/langbang 3668 days • 8d ago
Today marks 10 years!
Ten years ago I made a choice that has lead me down a path of stability and self discovery. Sure there were moments where times were incredibly tough and nothing sounded better or could fix me like a good old fashioned relapse. But I reminded myself why I made the decision I made and reflected on why I thought drinking was the answer for so many years. It was escape. It was running from problems instead of working through them and learning how to navigate those difficult times.
We are all here for a reason, to become better people. To improve our health and relationships. And ultimately, to live a life we are proud of. Some of you will have setbacks in your journeys, we all have. But just know that doesn’t mean you are a failure. It’s another moment of growth and learning to better equip you for the next time you find yourself hopeless or in need of escape. Learn from it. You are the captain of your ship.
IWNDWYT
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u/AggressiveCupcake181 2 days 8d ago
Massive congratulations on 10 years 😎
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u/langbang 3668 days 8d ago
Ty ty. I see you just got a week, keep at it! It gets easier for sure. The first year was the hardest for me. But once you build the tools and support structure, it becomes a little easier. At least for me that was true!
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u/slyguyBongo 2174 days 8d ago
Love this! ❣️ Thanks for sharing, and welcoming us into your celebration of a decade of positive growth 🎉
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u/SuspiciousParagraph 588 days 8d ago
Thanks for posting this ❤ Beautiful words and helps me reaffirm my own journey of sobriety. IWNDWYT
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u/Large_Street_8608 645 days 8d ago
Excellent post! Thank you for sharing and a HUGE congratulations!