Quit drinking after years of hiding it

3w ago1 min read

I was drinking too much and everyone around me knew it but nobody said anything directly. My kids started asking why dad was always tired. That hit me hard. I went to AA, been sober for 14 months now. It's been rough, not gonna lie. There were nights I really wanted a beer just to take the edge off. But I'm present now. I remember conversations with my kids. I'm not angry all the time. My marriage is actually healing which I wasn't sure was possible. What I miss is having that escape, that thing that helped me not feel stuff. What I've gained is way more. I have myself back. My family has me back.

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Comments(5)

EEdRegular2w ago

This is massive. The fact that your kids are noticing and that's what's driving the change means you're already winning. Proud of you brother.

SSam T.Regular2w ago

Heavy post but real. Glad you're getting sober for yourself and your family. That's the hardest part, just deciding to be different. How are you handling the cravings on tough days?

DDerek M.Regular2w ago

Your kids are going to remember this. Not just that you quit but that you had the strength to change when it mattered. That's what they'll learn from.

CChris F.Regular3w ago

Three kids and two dogs over here, and I get it. When they stop asking questions and just accept the tired version of you, that's when you know something's gotta give. Good on you.

JJoel F.Regular3w ago

Man, that moment when your kids call you out hits different. Proud of you for making the change before it was too late. Takes real courage to own it.