Posted by crushedout on February 26, 2005, at 1:06:20
In reply to Re: let's do some preparation, pc » crushedout, posted by partlycloudy on February 25, 2005, at 9:55:56
Wow, pc. I love your therapist's attitude and I'm glad you're talking about our project. Quitting when you've planned ahead (in my experience) is MUCH better than quitting because you wake up feeling like sh*t. One is thought out and the other is reacting to a bad feeling (which eventually goes away and then you can't even remember exactly why it was so important).If you think next Monday (that's three days away!) is too soon, tell me and let's put it off. We could do it March 15. I'm ok with that. The important thing is that you feel ready to do it. (Actually we could even have separate quit dates if, for example, I'm ready now and you're not.)
One thing that may help also is writing down a list of reasons why you want to quit. Looking at such a list (or having it vaguely in your head) can help combat that "why am I doing this again?" feeling when you really want to drink.
Keep thinking of other fun things you'll be able to do with your time.
Also, have you ever actually been to A.A.? I have, and I couldn't go back (I don't think) but maybe it's something for you to consider as an option (since you said you don't have a lot of support)? Just an idea I throw out there.
hugs,
crushed
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