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Pandemic Stories
These interviews are focussed on how sober people are coping during pandemic lockdowns and stress. Don’t forget – you can speak directly with others who are looking at the role alcohol plays in their lives on this site! Simply join our community and visit the Members Feed.
"If I’m drinking, I’m drunk. If I’m drunk, I’m not present. Being sober keeps me here for the people...
"Turns out, being sober is the one most important thing in itself that’s holding me together right now." ========...
"My family know that I will not put my sobriety at risk under any circumstance, so if there is...
"Decided on my 69th Birthday (end of June) that I was sick and tired of the struggle of "moderation"...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
"I truly hope that this song will uplift and inspire others to find forgiveness, love and acceptance for themselves."...
"I've been sober for two weeks. The pandemic threw me into another spin, but luckily I kept a grip...
"The main difference between this year and last year is I’ve weaned off anti-depressants successfully, after nearly five years."...
"Last lockdown I was entrenched in the drinking game and I used it as an excuse to get plastered."...
"I used to be tightly wound, and used alcohol and isolation to cope with my feelings of overwhelm." ========...
"It was the intense guilt after a night of having a bottle of wine that would eat me up."...
"I have pride that I am not drinking. Sober, hangover-free mornings bring me joy and pride in myself." =========...
"I'm a nicer parent, present at bedtime with the kids (before I really couldnt be bothered after several wines)."...
"I’ve always hidden how I feel but my coping strategies were alcohol and self harm and I quit both."...
"I've reconnected with some of the simpler things in life, like writing letters and cards to keep in touch."...
"I think I have experienced every emotion under the sun. From disbelief to moments of ordinary, then terrible guilt."...
"Putting my head in a giant bucket of gin isn’t an option anymore. I'm grateful - it didn’t work...
"Strangely as time has gone on, I’ve relaxed more. I expected to go a bit ‘stir-crazy’ but haven’t." ========...
"Everything is so strange right now, I need (and want) to be sober, present and calm for my family."...
"I think the rollercoaster of my own strong emotions has helped me to have compassion and empathy for others."...
"There are down days where I'm really cranky, sad and shouty but that's life. Mostly I've felt surprinsigly steady."...
"I cannot imagine not having a 12 step programme in these wild days. Everything comes from living sober life."...
"I cannot fathom waking up at 4am with a pounding heart and sweaty palms during this very crazy time."...
"I think if people really have hit a wall, there are agencies out there ready to help and listen."...
"I've had some panic attacks in the grocery store and post office which is something I never experienced before."...
"No foggy head and lurching pains in my tummy in the morning to add to the challenging day ahead."...
"For those of us that struggle to manage their drinking, sobriety is the bomb! Healthier body and mind, more...
"My go-to for stress used to be a glass of wine, now it’s a cup of tea, a chat...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
My Sober Lockdown: Catherine
Mrs D | | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 3This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
My Sober Lockdown: Prudence
Mrs D | | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 9This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
My Sober Lockdown: Norma Lee
Mrs D | | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 6This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...
This is a new series of 'Sober Lockdown Stories' featuring people with any length of sobriety sharing how they're...