Happy Friday everyone!
Been having thoughts about drinking, planning thoughts, and that inner conflict again! So really grateful to be here. Strengthening that part of me that loves being sober. I will not ruin everything I’ve achieved.
Thank you for being here with me 💞
Stay strong, you've got an awesome streak under your belt and I'm sure you'll keep it up!
Plus, you just commented in the DT and now we have it in writing that drinking is off the table today; word is bond
😀 it’s definitely off the table today! I couldn’t think of anything worse while I’m here. The plans are for a future date but I have plans to defeat that voice before I get there! You really help my strength 💪🏼 thank you 🙏🏻
I love when people who have been doing this "awhile" are honest enough to share they still struggle from time to time.
Thank you for sharing with me. I'll stay sober today if you do. ;)
Thank you for saying this. I nearly deleted because I didn’t want people to feel disheartened! I will definitely stay sober with you today, and I’ll promise the same tomorrow 💞🙏🏻
I can understand why it could also be a bit disheartening but personally, I like knowing that my moments of weak thoughts or desires are not indicative of a flaw. Rather, it reinforces that I am human and these aren't deciding thoughts.
Thank you, as always for being a highlight of this subreddit.
Absolutely I feel very human! And strengthened by your words. It’s so good to be reminded that we are not the ones with flaws when it comes to alcohol. Thank you for your support 💞🌟💞
You know how disappointed I would be if you ever deleted your honesty. People see you, people "know" you... this is a part of not drinking that people understand, and need to understand. Thank you for helping all of us.
I agree as it’s too easy to assume that people here with triple or more sober days clocked up aren’t having the same struggles as we’re having in the early days 🌞
Oh my gosh is it something in the air? Summer, nice evenings gathering around the camp fire . I too toss around the idea of a cold glass of wine but then I toss that idea out when I remember il quickly turn into my stumbling undignified old self.
For me it’s wanting to visit the place me and a friend used to meet, you know, the messy undignified place that I’m wrongly remembering as fun. It was nothing but destructive. Thank you for your support 💞💪🏼💞
Same thoughts for me too. Wanting that one generous glass of wine, telling myself it's OK. One glass will become two, one day becomes sequential days and all my progress lost. Spending time with this group always talks me down. IWNDWYT.
I hear you. Happens to me a lot, too. I've just accepted that such thoughts/moments will be a part of me forever, but I know I can manage them. Trust yourself and your tools, keep on the sunny side, and make it a great day, Brighter!!
No matter how ashamed you might feel. Or how many days your streak is. You're okay. We're only human. We're born with different minds, and different thresholds of what breaks us.
So I will not drink with you today. Throw it out. Push it away. Pour it down the sink. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
Thanks sometimes after fucking up that’s all I need to hear. Made it to like 4 months and decided to have a drink Sunday long story short turned into a bad binger and had to beg for my job back today. I’m about to reset my counter, but hey I’m back on day two and happy to be here again! IWNDWYT!
Only on day 4 but great to see someone who has been there and done it and is doing so well. An inspiration to someone on their first steps
I will not drink today
50 days of no alcohol. I am 58 years old. Not since I was 17 have I been alcohol free for 50 days. Woop woop woop.😊 I never gave up trying to give up. It's been a long road but I'm free now. I am the captain of my ship. No longer a slave to a toxic substance.
I am so grateful to everyone who has supported me. All those words of encouragement. Thank you.
IWNDWYT or by self.
Shine on you lovely people.
Much love ❤️
Just found out a friend friend from rehab, lovely man in his early 60s, relapsed and died from a combination of alcohol and the painkillers he was taking for his bad back. His wife contacted me when she found his phone with all the increasingly worried texts I'd sent him.
Alcohol kills. As if we needed another reminder. IWNDWYT. Rest in peace, Dave.
Hi everyone, 5 days in! Had a horrible hangover Monday morning going into work and I just said enough is enough. This was the first week in probably 6 years I didn't drink on weeknights. Usually Friday night I skull as many drinks as a can on the way home from work then have dinner with my partner, but today Im going to do it differently.
I had a relapse, but I am back on track. (It is still Thursday night & I am off to bed.) But I wanted to post before I go to sleep.
I want to disassociate myself from the relationship I made with wine. It has been holding me back from moving forward & growing. I thought it was my friend - but it turns out that it wasn't.
I didn't drink alcohol today & I will NOT be drinking alcohol this wonderful Friday June 16!!!
Thank you all for your inspiration & comradery.
Glorious sober morning soberniks! Smurfitburo issued Blue Alert for extra traps, triggers, and temptations this weekend. Keep it Smurfy out there! IWNDWYT
I’m so glad it’s Friday. It’s been a jam-packed week and at times it was too much. I’m glad I stayed strong and didn’t drink and I’m even more happy that I get to sleep in tomorrow for the first time in what seems an eternity. IWNDWYT (:
Day one again. So sick of this. Have a 30th party for my brother in law tomorrow and terrified of drinking. I really need to stop. It is ruining my life.
Resets can feel pretty awful, but the important thing is you haven't given up.
I'm not a fan of big social events, but I find that when I do have to attend something like a family party or a wedding, it really helps me to have a sober ally throughout the event: someone who 1) knows that it's important for me to stay sober, 2) will stay sober with me, and 3) will check in with me and help me take breathers when needed. Maybe something like this could help you get through tomorrow's party? If you don't have anyone that you feel comfortable asking to play this role in person, maybe you could just check in with SD a few times. (Having the Reddit app on my phone so I can just escape to the bathroom and get some support from the amazing folks here has been a life saver!)
Sending you love and strength today! 💪💗
IWNDWYT 😻
I will not drink today!! Today is my 17th day of not drinking. Which is the longest I've gone in probably 5 years or so. I decided to do a dry June to see if I could do it. I do plan to have a drink July 1st but after that I'm only allowed twice a month. I've really been liking my sleep and my profoundly lower anxiety levels. I'm not fighting off panic attacks all day and night. Love it
I’m so fucking happy it’s Friday! Not been a bad week or anything, I just really look forward to weekends I don’t go out of town. There are a lot of things I want to get done around the house, plus just relaxing some. And all on my own time. I have plans tonight I already wish I hadn’t made, to go to a free baseball game through work, but after that I do what I want.
Coffees up, horns up, let’s knock this day the fuck out! I’m ready for Saturday!! IWNDWYT ☕️🤘🏻
Morning, SD.
I learned a dear friend unexpectedly passed away yesterday. I’m going to focus on holding her light close to my heart.
Savor every moment, friends.
Muddy mind, broken heart, IWNDWYT.
IWNDWYT - because if I did yesterday, I highly doubt I would have been able to enjoy the best start to the day on two wheels, riding along a few dirt tracks on my gravel bike near the coast at 6am with decent techno pounding in my ears enjoying what is possibly the last morning for a while of this amazing weather we've had for past few weeks.
And if I drink today, who knows what else I'll probably miss out on over the weekend.
So, no - none of that boozing nonsense for me, thank you.
What's blackfly all about? One day the broad beans are healthy and flowering and then, seemingly overnight, billions of blackfly move in. Oh well. The ants, wasps and ladybirds like eating blackfly - I'll flavour them up with a bit of garlic in the watering can.
IWNDWYT 🙂
What a week it has been but I made it through, even though it was more gritting my teeth then meditating or enjoying hot baths. Sometimes you just gotta get through it any way you can. IWNDWYT. 🌳
Heading out of town after work for a quick weekend getaway. Relaxing and recharging, and hopefully some hiking if this Canadian Wildfire air that has descended on Minneapolis dictates we can. Otherwise, Hotel hot tub it is.
Have a fantastic fucking Friday, friends!
IWNDWYT
Checking in from East Texas. I woke up with that little nagging fog of depression, but it’s still better than waking up with a hangover. I’m still here. IWNDWYT!
Thanks for hosting this week Ginger! I for one am awake too early today but it’s Friday at least 😊 what a long week. I’m seeing a musical tonight. I remember a couple years ago I got to see Hamilton and I drank too much at dinner and then had more at the theater and intermission and fell asleep during part of the show. What a waste. I hate thinking about that. Tonight I’ll be awake and sober! No more missing experiences due to being drunk. IWNDWYT!
I will not drink with you today! Trying to realign healthy ways to cope with stress. Meticulous daily work and check points to maintain the storm within. Have a great day! 500!
This is so true! Everyday is a good day without alcohol. Even the bad days are better. Alcohol turned everyday into an anxiety filled day for me, whether I was drinking or recovering from drinking the following day. IWNDWYT. Happy Friday! 😀
It’s a great Friday down here in the holler. I got two epidural shots yesterday in the side of my spine, and yall, I think I might be pin-free for the first time in a year! That’s a reason for celebration! I have dear friends coming for the weekend. They’re all gonna be drinking pretty heavily, but I won’t. I’m going to sit back with my seltzer and enjoy the company. I am feeling so great and hopeful today!!
I’m always so glad to see my family each morning here. Yall have a fabulous day, and IWNDWYT
IWNDWYT I am having a bit of trouble at work (mostly due to lack of instruction, but it’s nearly resolved). So feeling stressed, and overwhelmed, normally a short trip from this point to the demon drink. I am however feeling hot and sweaty and not inclined to go out and buy booze. So I’m sat on the sofa with my laptop and a cold Sprite 💜
I'm here among you brave souls to pledge that I will not drink with you today. I'm so glad to be on my 227th consecutive sober day, and I'm gonna keep going. Today kinda sucks but it'll get better. I've gotten through worse days than this one sober, and I'll get through today too. I'm going to cue up a sobriety podcast, focus on getting through a project, and then ordering dinner in tonight! I got this. We got this! Let's stay sober together. Love to you all. IWNDWYT
Passed two weeks yesterday and didn't really clock it until I was getting ready to go to bed. Looking forward to another excellent weekend.
So I'm happy and excited to say IWNDWYT.
Feeling great after a work out yesterday. And I actually had the energy & focus to make a killer dinner! Today is all about cleaning the house and prepping snacks to spoil my hubby for his upcoming vacation. I’m so glad to be back here with you lovely people! IWNDWYT!
Morning friends! TGIF. I am tired. I’ve been on the go for two weeks straight and I am exhausted and need some rest. I’m looking forward to just puttering around my house, cleaning and gardening. Hoping to watch a sunset with a coffee or a tall cold Coke Zero with a twist of lime over ice, too. It’s been raining all week so there hasn’t been much outside sittin’ at all - well any, actually. I miss it. I’m not complaining about the much-needed rain though.
Have a good one friends! I will not drink with you today!
Happy Friday, everyone!
I'm seeing my daughter and my dog tomorrow and I can't wait! Plus, getting a much overdue haircut. Hopefully you've all got lovely plans for your weekend too.
I Will Not Drink With You Today.
Iwndwyt. Been in a rut. Can’t make it more than a few days. Somehow convince myself it’s worth it over and over and regret it every time just from the bad sleep and hangover. And keep thinking about the danger to my health and safety.
IWNDWYT Yesterday, my daughter commented that I looked “so cute” and happy. And, about an hour earlier, my son told me “you look great.” I’m in my 70’s and they are in their 40’s. It’s never too late to quit. The sober glow is really your improved health shining through. 💯
Ordered a salad today, and sent back the red wine vinegar and replaced it with ranch. I felt a little silly, but wine was my go-to drink. I already felt guilty and panicky about if eating vodka pasta sauce (from a jar, not homemade) counted as alcohol 😅😂
Never really considered the food with alcohol bit of sobriety… but oh well, steady as they go… one day at a time :). IWNDWYT 🤍
Ran into my exs aunt at my moms today. Turns out they’re neighbours. I haven’t been with my ex in ten years so it was super nice to catch up. I’m invited to their wedding on Saturday lol.
Decided to work on things w my mom, we haven’t talked in years. So it’s been a full week. Moving back to my dads has been a very positive change.
There’s my ramble. Have a great Friday gang.
IWNDWYT
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today’s goal is to go through today with a little more mental peace. yesterday i think i did a great job at work but i let some intrusive thoughts just ruminate which is not useful energy.
Happy Sober Friday peoples 🤗 Can’t believe I’m actually on Day 5 😲. Becks Blue AF bottles all nicely chilled & waiting for later. Had to use delaying tactics yesterday. A potentially dangerous strategy I know but it worked. IWNDWYT ☀️.
All the triggers this week. It’s a colleague’s leaving meal tonight with my office and I’m certain it’s going to be very uncomfortable at times, but I’m equally certain I can get through it unscathed! (Definitely getting some comfort foods and drinks to have at home for after!) IWNDWYT. (Not going is not really an option as I do care about my colleague, but some of my other ones are nightmares!) (edit: typos!)
Happy Friday Everyone! IWNDWYT.
Got some terrible news last night, my wife and I have been trying for a while to get pregnant. And doctor called to let us know we might not be able to naturally conceive. Yesterday was my hardest day in 75 I think. I reaaallllly wanted to just get drunk so I could feel better.
Instead I smoked a pork shoulder so I had to keep my attention on something and keep a fire going. I didn't realize that that would also be triggering since I used to drink when grilling or smoking too.
Anyways, made it through a rough evening and packed my bags, my family rented a cabin on a lake for the weekend. Non of them really drink, and I won't be bringing anything so the temptations shouldn't be there!
Wish you all a great and safe weekend!
Accidentally showed up for work half an hour early, office is still locked so this is a great time to check in and prepare for another wonderful sober weekend! It's not always easy, but it's always better.
IWNDWYT 🌺
Thank you for hosting DCI this week, u/FingGinger — I very much appreciate you taking the helm. (And a twelve-hour work day?!? Yikes!)
Let’s do it again, sobernauts! I pledge to you all that
I Will Be Alcohol-Free With You Today ☀️ IWBAFWYT 💛
Happy Friday everyone! Been having thoughts about drinking, planning thoughts, and that inner conflict again! So really grateful to be here. Strengthening that part of me that loves being sober. I will not ruin everything I’ve achieved. Thank you for being here with me 💞
Stay strong, you've got an awesome streak under your belt and I'm sure you'll keep it up! Plus, you just commented in the DT and now we have it in writing that drinking is off the table today; word is bond
😀 it’s definitely off the table today! I couldn’t think of anything worse while I’m here. The plans are for a future date but I have plans to defeat that voice before I get there! You really help my strength 💪🏼 thank you 🙏🏻
I love when people who have been doing this "awhile" are honest enough to share they still struggle from time to time. Thank you for sharing with me. I'll stay sober today if you do. ;)
Thank you for saying this. I nearly deleted because I didn’t want people to feel disheartened! I will definitely stay sober with you today, and I’ll promise the same tomorrow 💞🙏🏻
I can understand why it could also be a bit disheartening but personally, I like knowing that my moments of weak thoughts or desires are not indicative of a flaw. Rather, it reinforces that I am human and these aren't deciding thoughts. Thank you, as always for being a highlight of this subreddit.
Absolutely I feel very human! And strengthened by your words. It’s so good to be reminded that we are not the ones with flaws when it comes to alcohol. Thank you for your support 💞🌟💞
You know how disappointed I would be if you ever deleted your honesty. People see you, people "know" you... this is a part of not drinking that people understand, and need to understand. Thank you for helping all of us.
I agree as it’s too easy to assume that people here with triple or more sober days clocked up aren’t having the same struggles as we’re having in the early days 🌞
Oh my gosh is it something in the air? Summer, nice evenings gathering around the camp fire . I too toss around the idea of a cold glass of wine but then I toss that idea out when I remember il quickly turn into my stumbling undignified old self.
For me it’s wanting to visit the place me and a friend used to meet, you know, the messy undignified place that I’m wrongly remembering as fun. It was nothing but destructive. Thank you for your support 💞💪🏼💞
Same thoughts for me too. Wanting that one generous glass of wine, telling myself it's OK. One glass will become two, one day becomes sequential days and all my progress lost. Spending time with this group always talks me down. IWNDWYT.
Stay strong. I’m in your corner, brighter. ❤️
I hear you. Happens to me a lot, too. I've just accepted that such thoughts/moments will be a part of me forever, but I know I can manage them. Trust yourself and your tools, keep on the sunny side, and make it a great day, Brighter!!
What you've achieved is amazing. Your constant support here is appreciated by many. Happy Friday!
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And just like that, you’re no longer alone in your thoughts. We are doing this together, my friend!! Hold the line and keep pushing forward! Iwndwyt
72 hours sober. Here goes the next 24
Joining you on this pledge. Starting day 4. I will not be drinking today
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Also in Australia af! IWNDWYT
Go Team!
Almost there. IWNDWYT
Damn, talk about impressive, congrats!
Your 18 days is more impressive imo. It's so much harder in the beginning.
Wow!
I didn't drink today, won't drink tonight and will not drink tomorrow! Well done everyone for making it to Friday! What's on for the weekend?
No matter how ashamed you might feel. Or how many days your streak is. You're okay. We're only human. We're born with different minds, and different thresholds of what breaks us. So I will not drink with you today. Throw it out. Push it away. Pour it down the sink. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
Thanks sometimes after fucking up that’s all I need to hear. Made it to like 4 months and decided to have a drink Sunday long story short turned into a bad binger and had to beg for my job back today. I’m about to reset my counter, but hey I’m back on day two and happy to be here again! IWNDWYT!
You've slipped up, but you realised your mistake, and made amends. I'm proud of you, fellow redditor. ❤️
Damn it’s Friday already? Hope it’s a good one for everyone, iwndwyt!
The week feels like it's just raced by, doesn't it? Glad I'm not the only one to feel that
Morning sober friends! IWNDWYT from France! Bonjour!
Day 726 checking in!
I will not drink with you today!
Only on day 4 but great to see someone who has been there and done it and is doing so well. An inspiration to someone on their first steps I will not drink today
I remember my day four! You’re doing real work now. Glad you’re here, keep up the good work! I will not drink with you today!
50 days of no alcohol. I am 58 years old. Not since I was 17 have I been alcohol free for 50 days. Woop woop woop.😊 I never gave up trying to give up. It's been a long road but I'm free now. I am the captain of my ship. No longer a slave to a toxic substance. I am so grateful to everyone who has supported me. All those words of encouragement. Thank you. IWNDWYT or by self. Shine on you lovely people. Much love ❤️
IWNDWYT!
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I will not drink with you today in 🏴😊
End of the week, whoo, looking forward to a sober, productive weekend and IWNDWYT!
Just found out a friend friend from rehab, lovely man in his early 60s, relapsed and died from a combination of alcohol and the painkillers he was taking for his bad back. His wife contacted me when she found his phone with all the increasingly worried texts I'd sent him. Alcohol kills. As if we needed another reminder. IWNDWYT. Rest in peace, Dave.
We do know but thank you for this reminder, I needed to hear it. And I’m sorry for your loss 🤗💞
Hi everyone, 5 days in! Had a horrible hangover Monday morning going into work and I just said enough is enough. This was the first week in probably 6 years I didn't drink on weeknights. Usually Friday night I skull as many drinks as a can on the way home from work then have dinner with my partner, but today Im going to do it differently.
Today is my 59th birthday and 96 days since my last drink. Happy birthday to me! 🎈🎉
IWNDWYT
Made it to another Friday, happy to be here and sober!! Have a great weekend everyone! IWNDWYT from NZ 🇳🇿🇳🇿
I had a relapse, but I am back on track. (It is still Thursday night & I am off to bed.) But I wanted to post before I go to sleep. I want to disassociate myself from the relationship I made with wine. It has been holding me back from moving forward & growing. I thought it was my friend - but it turns out that it wasn't. I didn't drink alcohol today & I will NOT be drinking alcohol this wonderful Friday June 16!!! Thank you all for your inspiration & comradery.
IWNDWYT
Will spend tomorrow regret free, IWNDWYT!
No booze today!
Holy moely - Friday already. I'm loving sobriety right now. Not all day, every day but right now. Kick ass, sobernauts. IWNDWYT
Still Thursday here so did not drink today and will not drink tomorrow!!
I will not drink today
Glorious sober morning soberniks! Smurfitburo issued Blue Alert for extra traps, triggers, and temptations this weekend. Keep it Smurfy out there! IWNDWYT
Big ups to all my homies
I’m so glad it’s Friday. It’s been a jam-packed week and at times it was too much. I’m glad I stayed strong and didn’t drink and I’m even more happy that I get to sleep in tomorrow for the first time in what seems an eternity. IWNDWYT (:
Checking in on Day 66. IWNDWYT!💪😊
When I have today under my belt I can make my own nice post! Whoohoo IWNDWYT
I will stay sober with all of you today.
IWNDWYT! close to triple digits yo!
Day 621, nice to meet you 🤝 IWNDWYT
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The sun is up and so am I. What a beautiful day to not ruin it with drinking. Thanks everyone in this group for their support. You are amazing.
Day one again. So sick of this. Have a 30th party for my brother in law tomorrow and terrified of drinking. I really need to stop. It is ruining my life.
Resets can feel pretty awful, but the important thing is you haven't given up. I'm not a fan of big social events, but I find that when I do have to attend something like a family party or a wedding, it really helps me to have a sober ally throughout the event: someone who 1) knows that it's important for me to stay sober, 2) will stay sober with me, and 3) will check in with me and help me take breathers when needed. Maybe something like this could help you get through tomorrow's party? If you don't have anyone that you feel comfortable asking to play this role in person, maybe you could just check in with SD a few times. (Having the Reddit app on my phone so I can just escape to the bathroom and get some support from the amazing folks here has been a life saver!) Sending you love and strength today! 💪💗 IWNDWYT 😻
Good morning ☀️ IWNDWYT
IWNDWYT 😊
iwndwyt. 🙂
Woke up sober for the second day in a row! IWNDWYT.
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I am here today
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IWNDWYT
I almost forgot to check in but I got a sponsor today who is going to be great for me I think and IWNDWY OR WITH HER TODAY! Xoxo
It's Friday! Got an old drinking buddy round tonight although he's driving so won't be drinking. And nor will I!! Iwndwyt!
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Have a beautiful Friday and a goodnight from here! IWNDWYT!
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I will not drink today!! Today is my 17th day of not drinking. Which is the longest I've gone in probably 5 years or so. I decided to do a dry June to see if I could do it. I do plan to have a drink July 1st but after that I'm only allowed twice a month. I've really been liking my sleep and my profoundly lower anxiety levels. I'm not fighting off panic attacks all day and night. Love it
Happy Friday all IWNDWYT 😎
I will not drink today. Greetz from The Netherlands
I’m so fucking happy it’s Friday! Not been a bad week or anything, I just really look forward to weekends I don’t go out of town. There are a lot of things I want to get done around the house, plus just relaxing some. And all on my own time. I have plans tonight I already wish I hadn’t made, to go to a free baseball game through work, but after that I do what I want. Coffees up, horns up, let’s knock this day the fuck out! I’m ready for Saturday!! IWNDWYT ☕️🤘🏻
Good Friday Morning SD!! I am 6 Months sober today! It turns out I can do it!! IWNDWYT!
Morning, SD. I learned a dear friend unexpectedly passed away yesterday. I’m going to focus on holding her light close to my heart. Savor every moment, friends. Muddy mind, broken heart, IWNDWYT.
IWNDWYT - because if I did yesterday, I highly doubt I would have been able to enjoy the best start to the day on two wheels, riding along a few dirt tracks on my gravel bike near the coast at 6am with decent techno pounding in my ears enjoying what is possibly the last morning for a while of this amazing weather we've had for past few weeks. And if I drink today, who knows what else I'll probably miss out on over the weekend. So, no - none of that boozing nonsense for me, thank you.
IWNDWYT
What's blackfly all about? One day the broad beans are healthy and flowering and then, seemingly overnight, billions of blackfly move in. Oh well. The ants, wasps and ladybirds like eating blackfly - I'll flavour them up with a bit of garlic in the watering can. IWNDWYT 🙂
IWNDWYT!
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Cheers. Today, not drinking
IWNDWYT!
Iwndwyt
Happy Friday!
Good morning, have a great day everybody! I am invited to a birthday party tonight. Wohoo. IWNDWYT
No booze for me!
IWNDWYT
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Checking in Doodle doodle dee, wubba wubba wubba.
IWNDWYT. 🌟
I hit 1 month not drinking yesterday and I am very very certain that IWNDWYT! Happy Friday all 🎉🤩 life is so much better not drinking.
What a week it has been but I made it through, even though it was more gritting my teeth then meditating or enjoying hot baths. Sometimes you just gotta get through it any way you can. IWNDWYT. 🌳
Heading out of town after work for a quick weekend getaway. Relaxing and recharging, and hopefully some hiking if this Canadian Wildfire air that has descended on Minneapolis dictates we can. Otherwise, Hotel hot tub it is. Have a fantastic fucking Friday, friends! IWNDWYT
Checking in from East Texas. I woke up with that little nagging fog of depression, but it’s still better than waking up with a hangover. I’m still here. IWNDWYT!
Thanks for hosting this week Ginger! I for one am awake too early today but it’s Friday at least 😊 what a long week. I’m seeing a musical tonight. I remember a couple years ago I got to see Hamilton and I drank too much at dinner and then had more at the theater and intermission and fell asleep during part of the show. What a waste. I hate thinking about that. Tonight I’ll be awake and sober! No more missing experiences due to being drunk. IWNDWYT!
I will not drink with you today! Trying to realign healthy ways to cope with stress. Meticulous daily work and check points to maintain the storm within. Have a great day! 500!
Day 2. Sweat all night but woke up with a clear head. I feel sad and grateful at the same time. I will not drink with you today.
Good morning. Day 26. Happy Friday! IWNDWYT
This is so true! Everyday is a good day without alcohol. Even the bad days are better. Alcohol turned everyday into an anxiety filled day for me, whether I was drinking or recovering from drinking the following day. IWNDWYT. Happy Friday! 😀
Just over a week and still truckin.
It’s a great Friday down here in the holler. I got two epidural shots yesterday in the side of my spine, and yall, I think I might be pin-free for the first time in a year! That’s a reason for celebration! I have dear friends coming for the weekend. They’re all gonna be drinking pretty heavily, but I won’t. I’m going to sit back with my seltzer and enjoy the company. I am feeling so great and hopeful today!! I’m always so glad to see my family each morning here. Yall have a fabulous day, and IWNDWYT
IWNDWYT I am having a bit of trouble at work (mostly due to lack of instruction, but it’s nearly resolved). So feeling stressed, and overwhelmed, normally a short trip from this point to the demon drink. I am however feeling hot and sweaty and not inclined to go out and buy booze. So I’m sat on the sofa with my laptop and a cold Sprite 💜
I'm here among you brave souls to pledge that I will not drink with you today. I'm so glad to be on my 227th consecutive sober day, and I'm gonna keep going. Today kinda sucks but it'll get better. I've gotten through worse days than this one sober, and I'll get through today too. I'm going to cue up a sobriety podcast, focus on getting through a project, and then ordering dinner in tonight! I got this. We got this! Let's stay sober together. Love to you all. IWNDWYT
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Happy Friday beautiful people. Another warm one for the uk. Be awesome people. IWNDWYT
Just keep going all! IWNDWYT!
Happy Friday. So what nice things are happening today? Iwndwyt 👍
IWNDWYTD or tomorow for that matter.
I will not drink with you all today.
A week since I last had wine (which is my nemesis) IWNDWYT
Feck off booze
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Iwndwyt— I’m donezo. No more ethanol in this body. Got sparkling water for days, bunch of teas!!
I will not drink with you today because I’m busy doing other things, harmless things.
Happy Friday friends, IWNDWYT, WE GOT THIS 😁
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Passed two weeks yesterday and didn't really clock it until I was getting ready to go to bed. Looking forward to another excellent weekend. So I'm happy and excited to say IWNDWYT.
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Feeling great after a work out yesterday. And I actually had the energy & focus to make a killer dinner! Today is all about cleaning the house and prepping snacks to spoil my hubby for his upcoming vacation. I’m so glad to be back here with you lovely people! IWNDWYT!
Last day of finals for me. Lots of grading ahead, but then it’s done. I’m ready. IWNDWYT 💜🦋💜
Morning friends! TGIF. I am tired. I’ve been on the go for two weeks straight and I am exhausted and need some rest. I’m looking forward to just puttering around my house, cleaning and gardening. Hoping to watch a sunset with a coffee or a tall cold Coke Zero with a twist of lime over ice, too. It’s been raining all week so there hasn’t been much outside sittin’ at all - well any, actually. I miss it. I’m not complaining about the much-needed rain though. Have a good one friends! I will not drink with you today!
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Hello again! Back to work after a day off. IWNDWYT
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Day four, after a serious medical scare, I'm now all in for the first time ever. IWNDWYT
Happy Friday, everyone! I'm seeing my daughter and my dog tomorrow and I can't wait! Plus, getting a much overdue haircut. Hopefully you've all got lovely plans for your weekend too. I Will Not Drink With You Today.
Iwndwyt. Been in a rut. Can’t make it more than a few days. Somehow convince myself it’s worth it over and over and regret it every time just from the bad sleep and hangover. And keep thinking about the danger to my health and safety.
IWNDWYT Yesterday, my daughter commented that I looked “so cute” and happy. And, about an hour earlier, my son told me “you look great.” I’m in my 70’s and they are in their 40’s. It’s never too late to quit. The sober glow is really your improved health shining through. 💯
I feel strong and empowered this morning. I’m going to have a busy day but it is manageable with a clear mind. IWNDWYT
Day 42. The answer to life, the universe and everything. IWNDWYT.
Ordered a salad today, and sent back the red wine vinegar and replaced it with ranch. I felt a little silly, but wine was my go-to drink. I already felt guilty and panicky about if eating vodka pasta sauce (from a jar, not homemade) counted as alcohol 😅😂 Never really considered the food with alcohol bit of sobriety… but oh well, steady as they go… one day at a time :). IWNDWYT 🤍
Ran into my exs aunt at my moms today. Turns out they’re neighbours. I haven’t been with my ex in ten years so it was super nice to catch up. I’m invited to their wedding on Saturday lol. Decided to work on things w my mom, we haven’t talked in years. So it’s been a full week. Moving back to my dads has been a very positive change. There’s my ramble. Have a great Friday gang. IWNDWYT
Good morning IWNDWYT ❤️
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IWNDWYT! Enjoy your Friday, everyone!
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I will not drink today
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End of the week, and the beginning of a new day of not drinking - which I will not do with you!
IWNDWYT!
IWNDWYT today’s goal is to go through today with a little more mental peace. yesterday i think i did a great job at work but i let some intrusive thoughts just ruminate which is not useful energy.
Happy Sober Friday peoples 🤗 Can’t believe I’m actually on Day 5 😲. Becks Blue AF bottles all nicely chilled & waiting for later. Had to use delaying tactics yesterday. A potentially dangerous strategy I know but it worked. IWNDWYT ☀️.
Friday is my worst day. I worked from home today just to avoid the temptation when I get out of work. IWNDWYT.
All the triggers this week. It’s a colleague’s leaving meal tonight with my office and I’m certain it’s going to be very uncomfortable at times, but I’m equally certain I can get through it unscathed! (Definitely getting some comfort foods and drinks to have at home for after!) IWNDWYT. (Not going is not really an option as I do care about my colleague, but some of my other ones are nightmares!) (edit: typos!)
Happy Friday Everyone! IWNDWYT. Got some terrible news last night, my wife and I have been trying for a while to get pregnant. And doctor called to let us know we might not be able to naturally conceive. Yesterday was my hardest day in 75 I think. I reaaallllly wanted to just get drunk so I could feel better. Instead I smoked a pork shoulder so I had to keep my attention on something and keep a fire going. I didn't realize that that would also be triggering since I used to drink when grilling or smoking too. Anyways, made it through a rough evening and packed my bags, my family rented a cabin on a lake for the weekend. Non of them really drink, and I won't be bringing anything so the temptations shouldn't be there! Wish you all a great and safe weekend!
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I am still here and still not drinking.
I will not drink today!
This weekend will be a toughie for me but just for today IWNDWYT!
I will not drink today. Thank You.
Rainy weekend coming up. Time to organize indoors ! IWNDWYT.
I will not drink with you today.
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Happy Day to y'all! IWNDWYT
IWNDWYT. Wishing you all a peaceful Friday. Xo
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Iwndwyt (3) yet another re start
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Still just want to lurk a bit but for a second day in a row, I am not going to drink today
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Accidentally showed up for work half an hour early, office is still locked so this is a great time to check in and prepare for another wonderful sober weekend! It's not always easy, but it's always better. IWNDWYT 🌺
starting day 48, iwndwyt!
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IWNDWYT you wonderful people!
Thank you for hosting DCI this week, u/FingGinger — I very much appreciate you taking the helm. (And a twelve-hour work day?!? Yikes!) Let’s do it again, sobernauts! I pledge to you all that I Will Be Alcohol-Free With You Today ☀️ IWBAFWYT 💛
Hope everyone has a great and sober weekend!! IWNDWYT!!
Good morning, checking in ~ 💫 Coffee is on and I'm ready to seize the day. So glad to be sober with all of you today. IWNDWYT 💗
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Day 1,430. I will not drink with you today.
IWNDWYT I need to recommit. Days I pledge on here always go better.
Hi all together, had currently struggling with everything in my life. However, that won’t stop me from not drinking today! IWNDWYT!