- Alcohol
- Faith
- Friends & Family
I was a 47-year-old lady that had many health problems from my 12 years of constant alcohol abuse, and I had maddening guilt from all the pain I caused my loving and very patient family.
I knew something had to change or I was going to die of liver and kidney failure. My whole world revolved around alcohol. I would start drinking at exactly 11:45am when I got home from work and not stop until bedtime. It was nothing for me to drink 18 to 24 beers a day and still get up and go to work groggy and hungover. The money I made from my part-time job was just squandered on cases of beer!!!
I have only reached out to my doctor, friends and family. I also have done a lot of research and reading of articles on sobriety, I really want to join a twelve-step group or some other type of support group but haven’t found one yet.
I’m still in my early stages of recovery but I do know for sure that I NEVER want to drink again. The only advice I can give is to pray to God for stability, stay convicted and believe in yourself because we are worth having a healthy and happy life.
I had my last beer bash on November 22, 2015 and I feel awesome now! I know it’s only been three months but it feels like three years– it is great to wake up feeling like I can go to work, shopping or visiting friends without the nasty taste or smell of alcohol on my breath! My eyes are brighter, no dark eye circles, my skin is clearer and my face isn’t swollen looking anymore. My family is so supportive and happy for me and I’m happy for me, too!