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Hi, im Sarah, 36 from Manchester. I had a bad experience from Alcohol two weeks ago and have made the decision to be teetotal. It’s made me reflect back on all of the times I’ve had a drink, done and said stupid things and woke up the next morning feeling utter regret. I don’t want to live like that anymore

Some of my friends are supportive but others are mocking and saying yeah right this won’t last. I’m absolutely determined I won’t be drinking again, I really don’t like myself or my behaviour when I drink.

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  • Former MemberFormer Member Owl Whisperer Posts: 1,020 Wise Owl
    edited September 2024
    Helle @Past User and welcome to our boards! I admire your decision to take control of your drinking, but ignore the ones who are unsupportive. What do they know, anyway? The friends who remain supportive, they are the ones who matter. :thumb:

    Everyone here is very supportive and caring. I hope you stay to enjoy your time with us.

    Wishing you all the best and have a good week!

    ~ Belle
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  • Former MemberFormer Member Noob Posts: 4 Newbie
    Thanks Belle xx
  • JustVJustV Inactive Posts: 5,640 Part of The Furniture
    Welcome to the community, Sazzle! :wave: Just a heads up that we're primarily made up of 13-25s (unlike somewhere like Elefriends, who are geared more towards adults), and so a lot of the information you see around here might not be too relevant for your age group. You're welcome to stay and hang out of course, but just so you're aware.

    I'm Mike, by the way - one of the moderators you'll see drifting through every now and again. :)

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  • AzzimanAzziman Moderator, Community Connector Posts: 2,223 Boards Champion
    edited September 2024
    Hi Sazzle,

    Welcome! Echoing what @Past User said - those who'll support you are the people that matter. The ones that try and drag you down are simply the motivation, so that when you've succeeded, you know who you've defeated, and who's looking at your success with envy!!x

    Much love <3
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  • Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 118 The Mix Convert
    Welcome Sazzle!! :wave:

    you seem very determinate about your decision and I admire you for that!! that's great that you have decided to join this community and I'm sure you'll find a free space full of supportive people and I hope that we all will make you feel supported.
    As already been said, just focus on those who believe in you, as the are the ones who matter!!

    - Fran xxx
  • SienaSiena Inactive Posts: 15,759 Skive's The Limit
    Welcome 👋🏻👋🏻
    Even just lots of determination and belief in yourself goes v far, so I believe you can do it.
    Even though it isn’t great when people are not supportive but maybe is a more of a motivator to even show them they’re wrong?

    All the best!
    ~Probably dead now
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