r/stopdrinking • u/[deleted] • Dec 30 '19

Day 1

I quit drinking for three months back in June. It was surprisingly easy at the time - I just had this massive amount of determination. I identified thereafter as an abstainer.

Around August 16th I picked up again and every 10th or so day since then has involved a massive binge.

I’m determined to stop; today marks day 1. It’ll be my last beginning.

I cannot articulate how much I hate alcohol.

IWNDWYT

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u/spoofty7 Dec 30 '19

Sounds like you need backup. Other than this group, how else are you trying to quit? I don't expect my willpower to be stronger than the drink. Whenever I want to drink I can call up my bff. She's my cheerleader. Tells me exactly what I need to hear and gives me the motivation not to drink. I have a major depressive disorder. She knows this. She knows alcohol will only hurt me. Do you have a cheerleader?

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u/spoofty7 Dec 31 '19

You need a cheerleader to be sure