35 and Older Accountability Group

One week down on the new journey. No major issues at all this time. Which I do find surprising, as I remember how hard the first week was last time. I guess, I’m just a lot busier at the moment.

My determination is high, I will beat my previous streak!

 

Check in tuesday

 

Checking in. Feeling alive again is so great.

 

Check in wednesday

 

Dang ! Your right - since this is the second time I’ve received a comment from you, I double checked the rules and read through them again - I’ll be more vigilant in the future and will share those details in a more appropriate sub forum.

 

Checking in today. Starting over.

 

Good Morning my friends,
I am celebrating 135 of sobriety. I feel in a much better place to deal with urges, either the urges are weaker, much weaker, or I am stronger but I will not let this fool me into forgetfulness. I am mindful of my inner processes so I dont fall for that trap. Wishing you all a great week!

 

Checking in! Stay strong!

 

Checking in....

 

Checking in day 9.

The new journey continues, and still so far is easier than the first time.

When an urge hits, or I feel a trigger, I use the breathing technique to successfully dispel the urge (or expel the negative energy). This then gives me time to reflect on what my brain was trying to do, to question, and to try and realign or move on. It’s working!!

Other observations are that I’m really enjoying being social again, I’ve found my humour (and others are noticing) and really enjoying the spontaneity of interactions with people I barely know. Experienced that again tonight checking into one of my usual hotels while on a work trip. The girls on reception were very engaging and the spontaneous chat was uplifting (well it was for me, I can’t vouch for them!)

 

You're on @artifact . Together we'll hit the 90!
Don't let me down. You're the inspiration behind this group. Lead the way.

 

Checkin in between sets. Good day here! Also just realized I've been cigarette free for the last 30+ days. It's fucked up that cigarettes were waaaaaay easier than PMO to knock out.

 

Check in thursday

 

Checking in ! Good on you @artifact ! Double digits man ! I'll get there too !!

 

For those who are on hard mode, It is usually on day 5 that we start to see the benefits. Forearms get stronger, thoughts become clearer, communication skill starts to improve and you wake up without any regrets! I have changed my strategy a little for controlling the urges. Whenever I feel uneasiness over there, I start lifting weights(it doesn't matter even if it is in the middle of the night) followed by few minutes of spot jogging!