How do I stop drinking?!
How do I stop drinking?
I've wanted to stop drinking for quite some time, but I feel that I'm mentally addicted. I've been to jail about 10 times over alchole and I'm only 20. I've got 3 months to go until I'm 21, still I have to drink.(please no AA answers I've already been through those and home-less)
Answers:
alcoholism is a disease of mind, body & spirit. AA is free, plus you get coffee, cookies, and the company of like minded people, that managed to stay sober. AA is not just meetings, you need a sponsor, and get serious about working the 12 steps. it is a lifelong commitment, not something you "already been through" ! do you think, you are different from the millions of other alcoholics ? we are all the same, only one drink separates me from you ! you cannot just stop on your own, like normal drinkers, we alcoholics don't work that way. with us, to drink is to die, your choice ! i won't give you any feel good opinions, only the facts of what works, if an alcoholic is serious about wanting to stop drinking.go to meetings, get a sponsor, work the steps, it doesn't cost a penny, and you won't be the only homeless person there, either ! staying away from places where there is alcohol is bad advice, i wouldn't be able to get gas, go to a grocery store, never mind working, as i have been doing, while getting sober, in the restaurant business, as a cocktailserver ! good luck, friend!