Monday, November 18, 2024
Sober Life
Hey Y’all,
Today is a special day. It marks my second day of being completely sober from smoking and drinking. This isn’t the first time I’ve tried to quit, but the difference this time is that I’m finally taking it seriously. I NEED to be free from these habits.
It wasn’t an easy decision. If I could go the rest of my life smoking and drinking without any consequences, I’m sure I would. I love smoking, I love drinking. After a rough day, they’ve my favorite way to relax. But the reality is, there are mental and physical consequences that I can’t afford to ignore anymore. A couple of private incidents recently made me realize I have to take control of these habits now, before they take control of me.
I want to live a long, healthy life for my kids. I want to watch them grow up, get married, and maybe even have kids of their own. At the rate I was going, I couldn’t imagine being there for those milestones. So, I decided to stop before things got any worse.
I used to say I’d never quit smoking. I’d tell people, “I’ll be smoking until I’m old.” But I realize that smoking and drinking go hand in hand for me, so quitting both is the only way I can truly break free of drinking for good.
My sober journey is just starting, and I know it won’t be easy. With the holidays around the corner, the timing might not be ideal, but I’m prepared to show up to gatherings and leave before I’m too tempted. I’m not big on socializing anyway. I’m happiest in my quiet, peaceful home, focusing on my kids.
I know I will succeed because my life isn’t too hard. I don’t have a sob story. I’ve made it through plenty of challenges without relying on vices. But somewhere along my journey, I got caught up in unhealthy influences, and I made choices that led me down a path I didn’t want to be on. Now, I’m ready to return to the Roxanne I used to be- the one with a clearer mind and better health.
To celebrate my progress, I plan on rewarding myself by saving the money I would have spent on smoking and drinking. I’m not sure what I’ll do with the money yet, but I’ll figure something out.
Love,
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