Addiction & Recovery

BlueIdaho

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44. Good Start!

Wed Sep 13, 2023, 10:47 AM

Sep 2023

There are going to be a whole string of “sober firsts” First time in a restaurant sober, first time you get sick sober, first time you go on vacation sober… after a while all those things will begin to feel normal. As my friends say - “Easy Does It But Do It.”

Find yourself a community of like minded individuals - there’s plenty of folks that can help you. You don’t and probably can’t do this on your own. Remember that you need to hear from the people you love and that love you. Alcoholism affects the whole family.

Finally… No Matter What, Just Don’t Drink.

We are rooting for you! ❤️

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