4 Years

Yesterday was a milestone for me but also just another day. 4 Years ago I decided to put down the bottle and pick up the barbell (cliche, I know, but true for me). It took a long time for me to really be comfortable openly talking about it, but over time it has become natural for me to admit to anyone who asks, that infact, no, I do not drink. And it turns out, social gatherings and family events ARE possible without getting drunk! It's not perfect, and I still feel some yearning, but the not drinker in me is much stronger.

I just wanted to post this as a reminder for anyone that maybe is struggling or just starting with your goal, that the lump in the back of your throat, the wave of panic, the laying in bed staring at the ceiling, the unnatural pull when driving by a liquor store, the hollow pit in your stomach on a Friday night, does not last forever... Give it a chance, give it time, find a distraction, you can do it.

(Fyi, I'm new to Reddit, and only recently started following this group)

I will not drink with you today