I been suffering from anxity for many years. One of my ways of forgetting about it is to go out on a bender. I love the feeling of forgetting what everyone around me is thinking. I dont care for alittle while but then after I alway feel so bad and the cycle starts over again. I never drive while I'm drinking thats the only positive thing I can say about it. I just would like any advice on how I can begin to change. I really think the program is helping me I just still worry way to much about what others think.

Kelly i sure know what you mean, i'm 51 and i got sober 14 years ago. and i'm trying to stop the the anxity and the bad thinking to stop.
i just stared the program 3 weeksago hopeing
that it will help. life sometimes just gets to me. and gets me down.
Joe

HI,
I know the feeling about going on a bender to make you feel better. I have been slacking with the program, but... I have learned so much!!! I keep looking a lesson 5 (eat and exercise) the last two weeks.. The 2nd,3rd,and 4th lesson have meant so much to me. They really are eyeopening. I still like a few beers.. but i dont drink in responce to my anxiety(anymore). It seems the opposite now. I need to understand my feelings and realize them for what they are. What has been stopping me... is the spiritual part. I believe in god, but i believe I am responsible for my actions.. why cant I also use my experience to solve my problems? This issue should be discussed at another time. Hang in there!! Use the tools. They do work!!!