1,000 days today. What i've learned so far
Like the title says, im 1k days of no alcohol. I set a reminder on my calendar to go off at 1k, 2.5k, 5k etc. 1k days is a huge accomplishment and its crazy how much life has changed for the better.
I always tell myself you 1st live without alcohol then you LIVE without alcohol. Just Not drinking was all I thought it would be. Boy was I wrong, not having that outlet, not participating, feeling like I was not in the club. I happily traded all that to have peace. Peace from constantly managing alcohol, how much when and where to just. I dont drink. All the sober firsts. It was exciting at 1st but then it guys kinda old so bringing in weight lifting, diet, and listening to podcasts replaced booze.
I would make this decision a million times over, its not cookie cutter or easy for everyone. Again not drinking is like having shower thoughts constantly and unable to shut you mind or your past off. Its also OK to drink during your sobriety journey. Its all just data keep going!