u/Personalityquirk

I'm not talking solely about hardships, but also neutral and 'positive' experiences (although I believe every experience brings at least some positivity to my life). I seem to have done things a lot that others haven't. Or, if someone brings up an experience they've had, I almost always can relate to it. To the point that I often joke that I'm not making my life story up!

Disclaimer: I'm not looking *too* much into it because life comes and goes, no matter what. But, the curious, information-side of me is interested in learning about it! I thought it was potentially down to the fact I was an alcoholic & my behaviour was risky. But now that I'm sober, I continue to have all these weird & wonderful stories. Of course I'm aware each experience provides a lesson I can learn from.

Many thanks in advance 🦋💕⭐

I've been asked to speak on behalf of all students at my graduation. From the little public speaking I've done, I always feel much better when I acknowledge my anxiety to the crowd. However, I've never spoken in a very formal setting like this. I wanted to throw in something lighthearted. Or is it best to directly say "I'm quite nervous"?

Advice or suggestions are really appreciated 🙏🏻

I'm sure this has been asked before but I like asking questions, so I'm going to throw it out there again!, If that's ok :)

Mine are:

1. 'One Day Like This'- Elbow. I think it represents our positivity, enthusiasm and raw emotion.

2. 'Intoxicated'- Martin Solveig. Mainly because it's an upbeat dancy song.

3. 'Fireflies'- Owl City. For me anyways, my brain is often all over the place. Sometimes I come up with ideas that sound ridiculous and don't always make sense at first. I wanted to throw a song in here that represents a disorganized mind (mine is partially down to ADHD though).

I know toastmasters are across the world. But, I want to post this q here because I'm specifically asking for advice and tips on how to attend toastmasters in Ireland for the first time! :)

I really want to get over my fear of public speaking, especially since getting sober. I'm quite socially anxious and it's really pushing me out of my comfort zone and I'd just like to know what happens. Do I have to pay a fee? Do I have to speak? Will everyone know that I'm the new one?

Many thanks in advance!

Early 20's (f)– I'm officially part of the ~35% of people who make it to a full year of sobriety after attempting to quit alcohol! All odds were against me; I have ADHD & am autistic; alcohol turned me into the person I always wanted to be. But, I no longer want to be that person. I've realized that sober me is actually pretty damn cool!!! I'm from, and living in Ireland, a country that has a huge drinking culture. The journey hasn't always been easy, especially around celebrations e.g., St Patrick's Day, and Christmas time.

From 3 psychiatric hospitalisations & 1 rehab stay, to returning to education, and loving life, is sometimes unbelievable!

And guys... you'll never guess what... sober dancing is possible!!! I'm a woeful dancer, but I was doing it drunk so I may as well turn the dancefloor into Step Up now too!

I'd love to thank everyone here! Some days I've come to reddit to escape the triggers of the 'real' world. And, this sub has never failed to boost my mood.

I feel my brain has majorly changed this past year. My memory is actually terrifying me. In a good way, of course. I have all these random fun facts... that I can now remember?!? I can't stop telling these ridiculous facts and statistics. Like did you know whale milk has the consistency of toothpaste or butter? I have always loved information but man, since getting sober I want to know and share EVERYTHING! I have passion in my heart and a desire to connect with those around me.

My love for life is growing each day. What a beautiful thing it is to wake up, clearheaded, with no regrets from the night before.