What’s the reason for this post? Well, before I got sober, I lurked on a few sober blogs. Lurking is when you read but don’t comment, haven’t really figured out what to do next, are still checking things out š So hereās what iām curious about.
- Post a comment with your number of days sober (or your sober anniversary date if youāre not a day-counter).
- If you are sober and would like to be anonymous, you can tell me how many days sober you are. To protect your anonymity, you can ALWAYS leave the name and email address blank in the comment form. I do not require people to give their details to post on my site.
- If you are a lurker, and you arenāt (yet) sober but youāre looking for inspiration, you can still post. And you can pick a date when youād like to start your sober journey (i.e. in 5 days, or December 26th, or whatever). You can remain anonymous, too.
I also sometimes forget how far along in the sober journey we all are ā¦ so this will help me remember and help me celebrate with you.
Really, if youāre an anonymous lurker thatās totally fine! Just chime in with where you are : )
PS/ HEREāS MY GUT REFLEX: I have no proof of this and am only going on a gut feeling here, but if you are a lurker and still drinking, then by posting something anonymously, itās like raising your hand and saying āOK, yes, i could use some supportā and i think that makes a big difference in what happens next for you.Ā Well, if you donāt believe me, you can try posting something and see what happens : )
love,
Belle xo
Day three for me. Many many false starts/finishes over the years but this is the first time I’ve committed to 100 days…and the first time I’ve joined an online forum on sobriety. I’ve been reading your blogs before I go to bed and wake up feeling ready to tackle the new day sans alcohol. Of course throughout the day I think about drinking frequently, but I’ve been practicing your advice and consciously turn that thought around to “thinking about NOT drinking” and reminding myself of all the benefits of not drinking and all the stuff I hate about drinking. The romance was over a long time ago but delusion can be powerful. Thanks for your time and interest. Really appreciate the help. xx J
Love this blog, love it! 46th day since I drank and life is gaining a better shape. ( I’m not; lots of cake and chocolate being eaten š )
Hi Belle, I read your post only yesterday and yes, I have stopped ‘lurking’. I’m in day 3 now and here is my ‘secret comming out’:
http://feelingmywaybackintolife.wordpress.com/
Day 2.. first weekend with no drink in 4 months. And you’ve inspired my to start a blog.
thanks for this! if you’d like to sign up for the 100 day challenge, send me an email
I know..this morning drinking espressos , last night my boyfriend inviting me for a few beers, me declining, me feeling nice , me on day 6 …
Sandra, if you would like to join the challenge, send me an email. tiredofdrinking@gmail.com and you can send your daily updates directly to me : )
day 5….not sure this is the good time for me …
It’s never a good time to stop…..there’s also never a bad time to stop. Some reason for drinking will always come along if you let it. You have 5 days–may as well go for six.
I believe it’s 163 today Belle. You and your gang are my ROCK! Loving my sober life – can’t even imagine going back! Hugs!
yes I show you as 163 today! hugs, me