inspiration – Living Sober

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My sober pandemic: Sadie

Mrs D | May 16, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 6

"I have pride that I am not drinking. Sober, hangover-free mornings bring me joy and pride in myself." =========...

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My sober pandemic: Lynn

Mrs D | May 13, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 3

"I'm a nicer parent, present at bedtime with the kids (before I really couldnt be bothered after several wines)."...

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My sober pandemic: Nicky

Mrs D | May 10, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 6

"I’ve always hidden how I feel but my coping strategies were alcohol and self harm and I quit both."...

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My sober pandemic: Daisy

Mrs D | May 8, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 3

"I've reconnected with some of the simpler things in life, like writing letters and cards to keep in touch."...

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My sober pandemic: Polly

Mrs D | May 6, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 5

"I think I have experienced every emotion under the sun. From disbelief to moments of ordinary, then terrible guilt."...

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My sober pandemic: Pam

Mrs D | May 5, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 17

"Putting my head in a giant bucket of gin isn’t an option anymore. I'm grateful - it didn’t work...

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My sober pandemic: Claire

Mrs D | May 4, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 3

"Strangely as time has gone on, I’ve relaxed more. I expected to go a bit ‘stir-crazy’ but haven’t." ========...

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My sober pandemic: Tammy

Mrs D | May 3, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 4

"Everything is so strange right now, I need (and want) to be sober, present and calm for my family."...

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My sober pandemic: Fiona

Mrs D | May 2, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 5

"I think the rollercoaster of my own strong emotions has helped me to have compassion and empathy for others."...

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My sober pandemic: Jose

Mrs D | May 1, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 4

"There are down days where I'm really cranky, sad and shouty but that's life. Mostly I've felt surprinsigly steady."...

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My sober pandemic: Sarah

Mrs D | April 30, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 11

"I cannot imagine not having a 12 step programme in these wild days. Everything comes from living sober life."...

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My sober pandemic: Sandra

Mrs D | April 29, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 2

"I cannot fathom waking up at 4am with a pounding heart and sweaty palms during this very crazy time."...

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My sober pandemic: Zoe

Mrs D | April 28, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 5

"I think if people really have hit a wall, there are agencies out there ready to help and listen."...

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My sober pandemic: Susan

Mrs D | April 27, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 7

"I've had some panic attacks in the grocery store and post office which is something I never experienced before."...

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My sober pandemic: V

Mrs D | April 26, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 3

"No foggy head and lurching pains in my tummy in the morning to add to the challenging day ahead."...

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My sober pandemic: Lisa

Mrs D | April 25, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 9

"For those of us that struggle to manage their drinking, sobriety is the bomb! Healthier body and mind, more...

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My sober pandemic: Lizzie

Mrs D | April 24, 2020 | Pandemic Stories, bravery, inspiration, lockdown, pandemic | 6

"My go-to for stress used to be a glass of wine, now it’s a cup of tea, a chat...