On 28 October 2017 I moved into my house share on the Isle of Man. It was where the biggest change I’ve ever made in my life started, 3 years ago today. As I sit here typing this I’m filled with sadness, excitement and pride.
Tag: sober
50 days sober, again
As many of you will know, this is my second time of hitting the 50 days sober milestone. I’m back on the wagon, and this time is different. I’m staying sober knowing it’s what I want and I don’t have the ‘can I moderate/should I moderate’ hanging over me.
Some days will be rubbish without reason, and that’s OK
There’s nothing quite like a new Chromebook to get you in the mood for writing another blog post. But I’ll be honest, it’s probably a whiny, self…… Read more “Some days will be rubbish without reason, and that’s OK”
Taking back control of my life
Last time I posted here I was still gutted and disappointed in myself about going out in Manchester and basically getting wasted. The anxiety I felt the…… Read more “Taking back control of my life”
Turning 40 and getting back on the wagon
I deliberately haven’t written anything here for a while to give myself some space to decide which direction I want my recovery to go in. I’ve been…… Read more “Turning 40 and getting back on the wagon”
Let’s all go AF, now and again
There’s never been a better time to try alcohol free drinks. A few years ago people would have laughed at the suggestion of a non alcoholic festival…… Read more “Let’s all go AF, now and again”
7 weeks later …
Hello again. I haven’t been into the blogging recently as there’s been a lot going on. Sometimes I’m just not feeling it and to be quite honest,…… Read more “7 weeks later …”
Moderation, blackouts and getting back on the wagon
I’ve been wanting to write another post for a few weeks but struggling with where to start and what to write as I’ve got lots to say…… Read more “Moderation, blackouts and getting back on the wagon”
It’s time for a fresh start
Yesterday I hit 14 months sober and I started My Recovery So Far about this time last year. Over the last twelve months this blog has been…… Read more “It’s time for a fresh start”
Is drinking in moderation even a thing?
So, the weekend before last I posted on social media that I didn’t want to be sober forever. That is true but I probably need to clear…… Read more “Is drinking in moderation even a thing?”
What next?
It’s 0130 and I can’t sleep. I’ve got that many thoughts and ideas running around in my head and I’m really unsettled. I’ve been struggling for a…… Read more “What next?”
1 year sober
Well, where do I start? I have to pinch myself sometimes. Never in a million years did I ever think I’d reach one year sober, but I…… Read more “1 year sober”
I am feeling so proud of myself right now
The picture above reminds me of waking up one morning with the bed covered in blood, my hand throbbing with pain and the worst hangover ever. The…… Read more “I am feeling so proud of myself right now”
My anxiety story
Not many people really know about my struggles with anxiety because I’ve always found it difficult to talk about. In fact, I’ve been embarrassed to talk about it a lot of the time. It’s only recently that I’ve realised how common anxiety disorders are. For years anxiety was ruling my life without me even knowing it.
Going sober for October?
So, if you’re about to join everyone else who’s decided to go sober for October you’ve got today and tomorrow to get as much alcohol inside you…… Read more “Going sober for October?”
My Recovery So Far 