The quick answer: It depends on the person, but relief will come if you give it time. Two weeks to several months is normal. That's me proving sleep can happen and my sneaky girlfriend grabbing a selfie. Even with mild alcohol … [Read more...] about 33 Days Sober: How long after I quit drinking before my sleep returns to normal?
32 Days Sober: About the time I had a meth mule girlfriend
She was the first person to recognize that I was an alcoholic. Her name was Jennifer and she started as one of my over-tipped waitress friends. But with her something was different, we had a connection that I didn't understand until … [Read more...] about 32 Days Sober: About the time I had a meth mule girlfriend
25 positive side effects of long-term sobriety
We're all familiar with the negative effects of alcohol and the nasty symptoms of withdrawal. Today I want to talk about the positive benefits of recovery. Enjoy and leave a comment to add your own! 25 Positive Side Effects of Long-Term … [Read more...] about 25 positive side effects of long-term sobriety
31 Days Sober: I was the drunk guy tipping $100 bills
I feel like a creeper just telling this story. But I want to be honesty, even when it's ugly. I was always a lonely drunk. Eating lunch alone was my routine. I'd leave work before noon and head to my favorite restaurant. I actually … [Read more...] about 31 Days Sober: I was the drunk guy tipping $100 bills
30 Days Sober: Powerless No More
This is the first step in the AA program and perfectly describes my situation one month ago. Alcohol had taken control and I couldn't handle life anymore. I was in a downward spiral, expecting a crash any second. Today, I'm celebrating … [Read more...] about 30 Days Sober: Powerless No More
29 Days Sober: I’m learning what ODAAT means
When I joined Twitter, I kept seeing friends tweeting about #ODAAT. I was too shy to ask, but I soon realized it was the abbreviation for "one day at at time." That's just the definition, I'm still learning what it really means. This is … [Read more...] about 29 Days Sober: I’m learning what ODAAT means