How does one get over the feeling of guilt being an alcoholic, even in recovery? Truth is, I don’t know. If I had to guess, it will be time that has passed plus time well spent. As I make my way into the start of my 3rd week of sobriety, I have this lingering feeling … Read More “the GUILT” »
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It is January 10th, 2022. I am 37 years old, and I just realized my life is just now fully beginning. Now don’t get me wrong, I have been living a great life. I have been happily married for 14 years and have 4 wonderful children. I am mid-upper management in my career. A career … Read More “the New START” »
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My name is Joe Sal. I am a newly sober alcoholic. I chose to finally take the time to step back from drinking after about 20 years of being a textbook functional alcoholic. I’ll admit it, I love to drink. I am not, and have not in the past, been in denial that I am … Read More “the Functional DEMISE-Introduction” »