9 months is a long time.
It takes a human female 9 months to grow a baby. One of the reasons it takes so long is to allow you to get yourself ready for the impending arrival both physically & mentally, and for the massive lifestyle change ahead. Soberdom is no different.
The last 9 months have been preparation for my new life. Solid structures need firm foundations. I’ve been getting to know myself without the cloak of alcohol. I’ve been ‘trying out’ what the new me likes & doesn’t like & learning to say no.
I’ve tried socialising and not socialising then socialising again. I’ve tried alcohol free wines but prefer good old Elderflower. I’ve developed a taste of things I didn’t like before such as feta & lentils & coffee & sparkling water. I’ve decided I don’t like Kombucha.
The new me can’t lie in. The new me also doesn’t like a late night. I love eating out but avoid pubs after dark. I’ve decluttered my flat & my wardrobe & noticed that the old me had a penchant for floral items to disguise the mess beneath. The new me is avoiding flowers like the plague & is proudly displaying the butterfly emerging.
I’ve decluttered my head.
I’ve discovered a love of walking & Magnums & skinny jeans. I’ve climbed back on the dating horse & surprised myself by buying things such as sportswear & a cagoule & more trainers than I’ve bought in a lifetime. I’ve made friends for life & inspired people to give Soberdom a try.
I’ve learnt that I am emotional .. what woman isn’t? But that I’m not the wreck I believed I was when I was drinking. I’m calmer & happier & far less stressed. I don’t cry anymore because I don’t have anything to cry about. I am lucky & I am loved.
Everything has changed. Literally everything. I am accepting that this is it, this is my life. I do not drink alcohol. My choice is a sober life of freedom from the one thing that was killing me slowly. I am free.
#9months
Amazing my friend
You totally have made a new friend for life ! Not just for Christmas
Your a breath of fresh air
Absolutely love this post. Who knew so much was possible without wine?! Alcohol was holding me back from rediscovering the real me and being the best I can be. New friends and huge opportunities. Love this sober life.xx
I love your blog and your great attitude, congratulations on 9 months and thank you for sharing. Good luck for the future, enjoy x
Thank you Grace xx
So proud of you and your journey. I have been following it for some time now and you have inspired me.
Thank you so much .. your comments mean so much xx
This is amazing thankyou for sharing your journey one day at a time✨ xx
Great post. I am at early days, and still little like it’s too good to be true. So I get great courage and inspiration from reading your posts. Thank you.