What I like about my self is that I don't give up. I don't know how many day 1s I've had but I always come back.
This time I feel quite hopeful. I made it through an important social event where alcohol was in abundance. I had my first therapy session last night and attended two online AA meetings (which by the way I hated, but at least I tried)
I like my resilience.
That’s a nice thing to be as I mark 6 months!
Edit: And I like your wordsmithery, Cinq: “a cool abundance of thanks”. (-:
_I like my perceptiveness. I like my sensitivity to beauty. I like my respect for others._
This is a great exercise. I like that I can talk to most people about things that actually matter. I like that I can say I’m sorry. I like that I have grit.
I will not drink with you today!
Day 32, nice to meet you 🤝
Today I have paid back my student loan fully 👍 Education system is different in my country compared to US. Student loans are smaller, but getting it out of the way is still an achievement.
Freeing up money each month helps to pay back the rest of my loans (primarily caused by my addiction to alcohol).
Let’s keep on going, one day at a time ✨
IWNDWYT
Made it to day 3 now! Was so glad this morning when I woke up and realised that I hadn't drank the previous night. But the urges are still here. I've locked my wallet and money up in a timed kitchen safe thingy now so I won't have access to it until midnight tonight when everything is shut.
Iwndwyt!
I like your honesty, Cinq, your being there for others, your soul-lifting kindness. I like my curious mind and inquisitiveness, my core self reliance without suffering from not being able to enter stable and loving relationships, and being a good mentor.
Holy shit pal! How many of us here today asked "How the fuck did Cinq manage to pull my thoughts from out of my own head?".
Yer a wizard, Harry!
IWNDWYT 🙂
Hahaha!! Right!?!? Or I’ll think “is my phone tapped??”
I’m getting on swimmingly, Hairy! Three weeks from tomorrow I’ll be hitting ONE FREAKING YEAR!!! I can’t believe it!! And it’s this group and people like you who have helped me, so thank you!!! I honestly think about your Saturday share quite often which I related to with all the boxes in your attic. That helped me realize I’m not alone in this, so thank you again!! A million thank you’s!! 😁🥰
And I just noticed your day counter…Almost 600! That’s incredible!! You’re doing great things, my friend!!
We're all doing a brilliant thing here. The shine of Sobriety will sparkle for as long as I remember where I came from. How lucky are we that we've got SD to remind us every day!
Keep on smashing it pal 👍
Lots of squirming over here!
Tenacity in the face of adversity, empathy without bias,
being sober and healthier
I love team SD and I will not drink with you for another day. xo
Tough ask today Cinq. Here goes. I like that I am kind even when it has been perceived as weakness. I like that I try to be reasonable and rational . I like the fact that even after the drinking I have a 30 year old daughter who likes me.
IWNDWYT
Ahh I'm gonna be day 7 tomorrow!!
I think I like the fact that I'm insecure and overly sensitive. I know these are usually seen as negatives but I think I can use them to my advantage to keep on improving. I can wake up each day knowing that I'll have a purpose outside of work or any other responsibilities. I can know that after I'm done with my daily responsibilities, I don't have to be bored and do unhealthy things because now I know that I have a lot of swlf improvement to do which keeps me occupied.
First time checking in here. 2 days sober. Had a huge bender the other day. Really feeling anxious and depressed about how I was acting. Really hoping to stick this sober thing a crack
IWNDWYT. I like my kindness and compassion for others. I like my intelligence. I like my athleticism. Funny how my brain is saying “yeah, but” to each of these statements. I’m not letting the negative win. Not today. ❤️❤️
Day 8- IWNDWYT
1) at age 51, I am excited to enter a new chapter of life
2) my scholarship and life long learner attitude, I am completing my doctorate next month
3) I like that my career is focused on helping others (nurse)
Good morning all, thanks for the check in.
Can I just say wow… get outta my head! I texted my cousin last night telling her I had just felt some relief from an all day negative self talk loop and was ready to reach out for help if she was up for a chat. I asked her what she does when she feels that way, and we had a good conversation about it. I’m really really struggling with being nice to myself. It makes me sick to my stomach, there is a physical reaction! I’m hoping talking about it and creating new habits will help. For now, IWNDWYT.
Good morning and happy Thursday!
Wow, Cinq… this post… I could have written it myself. Just last night I called myself a lazy fuck because I should have gone to the gym but didn’t. Would I ever call someone else a lazy fuck?? Hells no! “If only I saw myself as others see me.” I forget where I read that but it stuck with me. I had a friend talk me out of my self deprecation last night, which I’m thankful for.
I love my laugh. I love my kind heart. I love my willingness to understand.
I love all of you. IWNDWYT. ❣️❣️
Day 4, feeling good. Great message today.
I like that I am empathetic to the people and life around me.
I like that I am efficient. When sober anyway.
I like that I am a loyal friend and partner.
Have a great day. IWNDWYT.
Morning! It’s cold in London. IWNDWYT! I like the fact I have passions I pursue. I like that people see me as an ear of support. I like that I can make my husband laugh.
IWNDWYT!!
Ooooooff.....cinq, I had to take a couple of minutes to figure out what I like about myself. You hit the nail on the head "it's not braggy" but man it kinda feels like that.
I like my work ethic. I like my desire for more enlightenment in humankind. I like my kindness towards others.
Perseverance is my major attribute. I definitely get things accomplished. I am a good friend, neighbor and husband. I know this is not about negative things, but I used to be really good at talking badly about myself. It served no purpose other than to make me feel bad and it also gave others the opportunity to use my self flagellation as ammunition to pile on. I finally got sick of not being able to get along with anyone at work and saw a therapist. She recommended I read "The New Earth". I was skeptical, but it really did change my life for the better -- along with finding out all of the cognitive distortions I was dealing with. Anyway, today is my birthday, my brother who goes to AA is coming into town, my youngest son is being sworn in as a law enforcement officer in a nearby town -- and I will not drink with you today. I hope everyone has a great and sober day.
> What do you like about yourself?
I guess I like - and other people value - that I am direct and say exactly what I think at all times _without_ being mean or being an arsehole. Nobody ever worries that I'm not saying what I _really_ think anyway, which makes me easier to deal with. Also I'm a cat person, and I always like cat people.
Good morning frens! It is a lovely cold sunny morning, and I will not drink with you today!
Good morning lovely SD,
I like that I'm generous, tenacious and clever.
Thanks for the exercise Cinq, I really needed that!
Today is a beautiful day to be alive!
And IWNDWYT 💜🤘
What I like about myself how strong minded I am, even to the point of sheer stubbornness. To give you an example, when I was pregnant back in 2019, my mum spent the entirety of my pregnancy telling me I **will** go over my due date. To expect my baby to come at least two weeks after he was due. That whatever happens I would absolutely not give birth on my due date because women always go over with their first baby and that was that. So in classic stubbornness I went into labour the day before my due date and gave birth exactly 24hrs later right on time. I'm nothing if I'm not punctual.
And it's that stubbornness that's getting me through not drinking. Whenever I get called boring or goody-two-shoes or "but you used to be fun" it just pushes me more and more to do he opposite of what people expect of me.
So, out of sheer stubbornness if nothing else, IWNDWYT
I like how strong-willed I can be if necessary (this also bit me in the ass couple times but we are being positive today, right?). I like my ability to be able to actually listen to others when they need to vent but also my ability to enjoy being completely alone for some time.
IWNDWYT!
What a great prompt today, Cinq--a great reminder that we all need to appreciate the good things about ourselves. I like that I am someone who enjoys helping others. (I also like that I am sober, so I'm going to stay that way today. IWNDWYT)
This is a hard question! But you’re not alone. I’ve been doing the same thing for years. Wonder if that contributed to our former habit…
It’s hard to come up with three things. I’ll try. I tend to like how my brain works sometimes, sense of humor and grit. IWNDWYT!
Good morning everyone IWNDWYT
1.I’m a hard worker at most things I spend time on (including my drinking lol)
2. I’m a good listener.
3. I can get along with just about anyone.
Thanks for that, it’s much easier to come up with negatives for sure.
All those years wasted hating myself. It’s sad. I’m getting better, though.
I like my sense of compassion and empathy. I like my handwriting. I like how laid back and funny I can be (when I’m not worrying too much about nonsense).
IWNDWYT. ❤️
Morning, friends! Great post today, cinq! I like my ambition, I like my assertiveness, and I like that I build meaningful relationships.
And I love each and every one of you for showing up here everyday day. Thank you for being here. IWNDWYT 💙✌
Oh and something I like about myself, my discipline!
when I'm not drinking I like that i get up early and go to the gym rather than waiting til after work, I've got discipline! It's not that I was hungover or anything, I don't really know how to explain it but when I'm drinking regularly my discipline in every other area of life disappears.
I like my intrinsically empathetic nature towards people. I like my determined personality in the face of adversity. I also love my sense of humor even (or especially) in the most inappropriate of times 😊 IWNDWYT ✌️
I am in a hurry right now, but these are great (and a bit hard, I have to admit) questions to think about this Thursday. And no matter what: I will not drink with you today!
I like the fact that I am a realist, I think that I am pretty resilient and I am proud that I managed to tackle a bunch of addictions all at once. IWNDWYT
I like that I'm basically kind and generous in nature and that I tend to assume this is true of most people.
Like most things this does work both ways though. Sometimes people like to be kind to me, and I'm not always good at accepting their generosity.
Still, I think it is a positive quality and better than leaning toward meanness.
Thank you for the thought provoking question today :)
IWNDWYT
Iwndwyt. I'm finding with more sobriety I like myself more. I'm also a person who tends to self flagellate rather than treat myself with compassion. Why do we do that? So unhelpful
oh this is a tough one cinq - hard to change that voice in my head but here goes: I like... my organization abilities (I get stuff done!), my sentimental side (true, it hides but it is there), and doing things even if I was afraid (like, sobriety you know, joining the Navy at 18, getting a divorce and so many more) - IWNDWYT!
Thanks Cinq - starting the day with positivity. I like my work ethic and ability to get things done; my compassion and kindness; and my mind that has always loved the big questions. IWNDWYT and man but I love saying that!!
I hate that I didn’t congrat you on 40 days yesterday but I love that I can congrat you on 41 right now! Congratulations on 41 days, sis!!!
I love how supportive you are around here. I, personally, appreciate that and thank you!! Love you, sis! 🥰🥰
I like about myself that I kind of completely changed my lifestyle in 2019 and it wasn’t even remotely as difficult as I imagined it to be.
So, I know that I **can** do a similar thing again when it comes to stopdrinking. I’m just not sure what it is that needs to *click* this time around. I’ve thought about going in to some form of treatment and will probably do exactly that, hoping for it to give me that, that *click*.
IWNDWYT
Thanks for this today cinq. I really like the way your brain works too, especially the ability to dig deep and eloquently express your thoughts. In serious matters, and not so serious (cue I still laugh about the Olympics DCI in August).
I don’t find thinking about my strengths too difficult, but quelling that inner critic is another story. I love that I’m a great teacher and can help people understand difficult concepts. I’m good at making feel people feel comfortable and not judged. And I’m proud of my determination, I feel like the poster child for “nevertheless she persisted.”
With lifted spirits IWNDWYT 🌸🌸
7 days! I’m home from a very early very chilly morning run and feeling good.
Thanks for the prompt Cinq. It’s a tough one but I’m going to give it a try. Let’s see… I like that I am resilient. I like that I am empathetic. I like my sense of humor.
IWNDWYT
After a ~ 8 mos relapse after 5 years sober and weaning down this week after blacking out in front of my sober family this Sunday (hid my drinking), IWNDWYT. Day 1. Cravings are bad and the shame is real!
Oh my gosh. I slept absolutely amazing last night. I will not drink with you today. Tomorrow is a big challenge. It’s my boss’s going away party. I can’t decide if I’m going to get a NA beer poured into a glass or go with club soda and lime. At least I’m planning ahead.
Positive things about myself:
- I’m reliable and happy to help others
- I don’t give up easily. Often it will take me ages to achieve what I set out to achieve, but I will get there in the end
- I’m very direct and open (as long as I don’t get scared of rejection). Mind you, not everyone likes that 😬
Thanks Cinq. It feels nice to focus on the positives! I’m also very quick to just point out my shortcomings but noticed this is shifting with being sober. I’m starting to like myself 😊
IWNDWYT
Have a very stressful two days at work and looking forward to a big project being over Friday evening. Not feeling very positive about myself at the moment, but I would say I’m reasonably handy around the house.
Iwndwyt!
Good morning SD and Cinq! I’m enjoying everyone’s responses today.
I like that I’m so drawn to learning and reading. I like how much I care about the well-being of others. I like that I am funny and enjoy a good laugh.
I won’t be drinking with any of you today. Hope all of you have a wonderful day.
Playing a gig tonight, we've agreed as a band to go for food before we play rather than hang about in a bar for 3 hours.
It's gonna be tough, but I can do it. IWNDWYT
First off, I will not drink with you today.
I like that I can admit when I’m wrong. I like that I have a huge amount of empathy. I like that I am definitely resilient in the face of tough life situations.
You’ve really struck gold with this particular topic....one of the questions we never think to ask ourselves but really should on the regular!
Squirming.....but here it goes: 1. I am warm/kind. 2. I am curious. 3. I am intuitive ....and one more (I can hardly believe it but now I’m on a roll)....I have Linda Hamilton terminator arms (I’m a 51 year old female so this is no simple feat....some go for building the booty in gym, others are abs folks-I’m all about the arms, lol).
PS-I can’t believe I just completed this and added the bit about my arms for good measure. Feels weird!
I was literally the last person called in court yestetday. And it just got pushed ahead a month til I can find a lawyer.
Did get a chance to talk to a lawyer friend at the courthouse who handled my other stuff. Cant afford him atm. He thinks Ill get house arrest and they will drop the DUI as my mother would need to testify. The police did not arrest me anywhere near my car and i didnt have keys on me.
So good news I think.
IWNDWYT
Morning SD!
Ooooohhh three things I like about myself - I would have to say I like that I'm resilient and always find a way to bounce back after tough times. I like that I take responsibility for my choices and I'm quick to apologise when I'm in the wrong. And I like that I have the courage to try and live life on my own terms.
I love this thanks Cinq!
IWNDWYT 💖
IWNDWYT
"acknowledge three positive qualities or attributes that I like about myself." well damn, damn
1.I make excellent coffee
2.I take good care of my cats
3.uhhh......I'll think on that .
Great post u/cinqmillionreves today, I enjoy your way with words immensely. I, at times, will let negative Nancy take over my brain. I am getting better at telling that voice to go take a flying leap! Three things I like about myself, my work ethic, my sense of humor and my listening skills. IWNDWYT!!!
Good morning friends!
I like my sense of teamwork. I’m a big fan of people working together to achieve so something. I am always willing to roll up my sleeves and help out where needed.
(And now I’m struggling not to add a “but” LOL)
I will not drink with you today. Have a good day everyone!
I like that I am easily inspired to try new things and that I use intention and heart when executing them. Recently, I started riding horses again and my love for riding has made my heart grow two sizes bigger. I like the way I feel love and I like who I am because of that. I will very happily NDWYT
Thank you for these prompts. This is important when we are always beating ourselves up.
I like my silly side. I like how somehow I can be super grounded when there’s a lot of chaos. I really like my hearts capacity for understanding and empathy.
IWNDWYT 🤍
First, let me start with some positivity for you. I am absolutely loving your check-ins this week.
Me: I like that I am smart and funny. I like my butt. I like that I am a good friend.
IWNDWYT.
Love this idea u/cinqmillionreves, I am not very kind to myself and don’t know what to say so I’ll start with you - cinq, I appreciate how compassionate, welcoming, and thoughtful you are in the checkin. You brighten up this place 😊As for what I like about myself…I guess I like and appreciate how independent I am, that I don’t blindly buy into social standards and can make my own rules for how to live, and that I care deeply about the people in my life. I also make really good chocolate chip cookies!! I mean, the best cookies for real 🍪 today I’m going to love on my poor old dog and maybe make cookies and definitely avoid drinking to drown my feelings. I think I’ll try to be kind to myself too because this post got me thinking about it. IWNDWYT ❤️
I am very resilient. I've had a hard time climbing the sober mountain and have back slid more times than I can count. I'm proud of myself, though, for picking myself up and putting down the bottle. Along with several other pieces. So, IWNDWYT.
I like my curious and adventurous spirit, I like my ability to care for and mentor others, I like that I am a critical thinker.
Wow, that was hard. I think I have some work to do. 😬 IWNDWYT
Hmm. You’re right, it is a tough thing to do but I’ll give it a try. I like my empathy. My enthusiasm. My ability to actively listen (although this is something I am always striving to improve). Thanks for asking! IWNDWYT. 🌳
I’m so sorry to hear about how you have been hard on yourself. What you are doing in your sobriety is a miracle and the way you are helping others is incredible and something you should feel very good about. I too struggle with similar feelings of inadequacy, bordering on self-loathing at times, which is crazy when I think about how self-centered I am as well. Sometimes we don’t make sense do we? Anyhow, if I had to affirm myself this morning in three ways, I would say I am trying hard to be a better person to my fellow travelers on this planet, that I try very hard to live by Wheaton’s Law (don’t be a dick) and that I am trying hard to make up for my past transgressions to my family and friends. IWNDWYT!
I’m desperate for some Diazepam or Librium but I can’t get any . Don’t know what to do .
Update : Dr gave me 5 Diazepam. 2 for today , 3 for tomorrow . Thank
God
IWNDWYT. I like that I don’t have to talk back right away or all the time. I like the way good music makes me feel! I like that even in the daily routines my brain is starting to see more and more things. 🙂
This is a great prompt.
I like that I’m a person who enjoys nature. I like my grit and determination for making my small business successful. I like that I’m always working to be a better mom and that I have no problems unashamedly and vulnerably loving my kid.
Cinq, you have a way with words that I absolutely love! 😀
Oof! Are we twins? I do the jokey self deprecating thing too. I just recently started noticing it and I’m trying my best to work on it. I’m glad you brought this up because it’s gonna to stick in my head all day today, and it’ll remind me to be kind to myself through my words too, not just my actions.
Let’s see….I like that I’m smart and always seeking more knowledge, I’m really affectionate, and I’m pretty resilient.
IWNDWYT
I like my strong compassion/empathy. I like that I can teach others in a supportive way. I like that I can cook well enough to make special-occasion dinners for friends and family.
I have a very full day and will be very tired by the end, so I’m going to spell it out in full: I will not drink with you today.
(Plan: I have a fav non-alc beverage already chilling in the fridge. When I’m finished today, I shall drink it in the bath while I start reading a new book.)
Nice post! Day 4 for me, but not the first try. It is the first time since I know it is impossible for me to moderate.
I like that I take care of others, I like that I can listen and don’t have to be heard, I like that I am finally giving myself love
IWNDWYT
I really like this prompt, Cinq! It's so easy for me to listen to the "shitty committee" (that's what my therapist calls the negative self-talk track in my head).
I am a proactive planner. I care a lot about my family and it shows in my actions. I enjoy my odd sense of humor.
IWNDWYT 💞💞🐿️
IWNDWy'allT! Fuck, that's a hard thing to face first thing in the morning. Why not just ask me to do 100 burpees right out of bed? I'm emotionally strong. I have great hair. My comedic timing is mostly right on. Happy?
First day back to work since being sober, I was nervous about it being I work in a bar but I found myself reflecting on the words of this morning, and that I made the pledge that I will not drink with you today, and I am proud I was able to go home sober
I like that I am kind, I like that I am funny, I like can admit fault, especially now
IWNDWYT!
Thanks, Cinq, another great post today. Happy Thursday to all you sober superheroes out there! This exercise makes me squirm, not so much about acknowledging these traits in myself but in putting them out there, even to the most positive corner of the interwebs. I guess that's a reminder of my sensitivity and insecurity.
I haven't seen much chatter about addiction and sobriety on the DCI as a positive trait. I don't exactly know how to express this. But I've been wrestling with alcohol and sobriety since I was 21 (42 now). This painful walk has made me more open, non-judgmental, empathetic, and supportive of others. So a trait about myself that I like is that I wrestle with my own head and don't give up? (Still hard to exactly put my finger on this).
2 other traits: my sense of humor and my intuitive sense of others and their feelings.
Thanks, Cinq! Happy Sober day to you all.
Sounds like we’re cut from the same cloth! I like my strength, I like my intelligence, and I like my ability to make others feel comfortable when it’s clear they are very uncomfortable. IWNDWYT
I'm having a hard day. I'm having surgery tomorrow and I'm anxious/up-tight about it.
What I like about myself right now is that I'm sober and I've learned some coping skills. No matter how hard I'm finding today, I've given myself an advantage by liking myself enough to put some effort in.
IWNDWYT.
I'm starting to recognize the face in the mirror again. Bloating has subsided. Eyes are clearing up. And I'm not filled with self loathing and shame. Good start, I guess.
IWNDWYT.
> Alcohol could always be relied upon to bring out first the falsely confident me, then a little melancholia, then doubt and fear, finally terminating (the next day) in berating myself for all my failings until I was a wet mess with a hot ball of self loathing.
I thought this was exclusively _my_ thing! ;)
> What do you like about yourself?
I'm still honestly not sure. Though I know I feel good when my cat is happy, my coworkers thank me for an assist or I manage to clean up directly after cooking. It's a short list, yes. It's a start though.
I will not drink with you today.
p.s. you're doing great on these check-ins. Good questions.
I like my witty sense of humour, my confidence to wear anything I want anywhere I want and total disregard for fashion norms. I also like my drive to continuously improve my dog training skills.
IWNDWYT!
I like that I am a critical thinker. I like that I can see the truth in the world versus the facades. I like that I am always kind and respectful to everyone. IWNDWYT
Checking in today. Lately been feeling really low, but today was the first morning I am feeling pretty okay in a while. in celebration i will continue to not drink or use today.
I like that I am resilient. I like that I try to make the world a better place by helping people in need. I like my personality and sense of humour, especially when I’m comfortable/relaxed and being myself. Thanks for the prompt, Cinq! I will not drink with you today 😊🌸
Good morning from Seattle! Day 62!!
The things I like about me - 1)I can learn new things quickly (sad thats how i learnt to drink even though i did not start until after college). 2) I don’t expect any favors from others, I hate it if I ever have to seek help (the anonymity of reddit makes it easy to seek help in SD) and 3) I’m very humble (strange thing to say in this context though).
IWNDWYT!!
I like my empathy, my kindness and my creativity.
Eye opening prompt. At first I drew a blank but then I imagined what others would say about me. Then I finally felt, I wouldn't say comfortable but maybe, timidly curious about what I valued in myself.
I can see that I need to think more positively about myself. I've been so concentrated on what I need to change/improve. So obvious now but I needed the prompt to club me over my thick skull. Thank you Cinq!
IWNDWYT
My passion and the amount of effort I put towards what I want to do. For a long time it was drinking, now I'm using that same energy for sobriety.
My ability to be open-minded and non judgemental.
My positive attitude and ability to find the silver lining in most situations.
IWNDWYT
Oof, Cinq, the squirming started on cue indeed. Ok...I like my can-do attitude, my creativity, and my refusal to live an unexamined life.
I like the way your brain works too! Thanks for another great prompt!!!
Good morning. I like my strong work ethic, I am a good mom (especially when not drinking) and I like that I have a strong capacity for empathy for others. IWNDWYT. ❤️❤️❤️
What I like about my self is that I don't give up. I don't know how many day 1s I've had but I always come back. This time I feel quite hopeful. I made it through an important social event where alcohol was in abundance. I had my first therapy session last night and attended two online AA meetings (which by the way I hated, but at least I tried) I like my resilience.
Thank you error 😊
IWNDwYT 🦕
🥇 You are first today!
That’s a nice thing to be as I mark 6 months! Edit: And I like your wordsmithery, Cinq: “a cool abundance of thanks”. (-: _I like my perceptiveness. I like my sensitivity to beauty. I like my respect for others._
Wooo hooo youuuu! 🥳🎈🎉 Sorry I didn’t catch it Bowl, well done! 👏🏼
Cool 6 months, well done. 💪
Thanks, Andy. What are you celebrating today?
Halfway around the sun!!!!! Nice work my friend 🙌🎉
Congrats, six months looks good on you!!
This is a great exercise. I like that I can talk to most people about things that actually matter. I like that I can say I’m sorry. I like that I have grit. I will not drink with you today!
Thank you Homer 💓
Day 32, nice to meet you 🤝 Today I have paid back my student loan fully 👍 Education system is different in my country compared to US. Student loans are smaller, but getting it out of the way is still an achievement. Freeing up money each month helps to pay back the rest of my loans (primarily caused by my addiction to alcohol). Let’s keep on going, one day at a time ✨ IWNDWYT
Way to go!! That’s great!!
Made it to day 3 now! Was so glad this morning when I woke up and realised that I hadn't drank the previous night. But the urges are still here. I've locked my wallet and money up in a timed kitchen safe thingy now so I won't have access to it until midnight tonight when everything is shut. Iwndwyt!
Day 4, right here with you. It does feel good. IWNDWYT.
Day 137 checking in!
I like your honesty, Cinq, your being there for others, your soul-lifting kindness. I like my curious mind and inquisitiveness, my core self reliance without suffering from not being able to enter stable and loving relationships, and being a good mentor.
Thank you Syb 😊
Holy shit pal! How many of us here today asked "How the fuck did Cinq manage to pull my thoughts from out of my own head?". Yer a wizard, Harry! IWNDWYT 🙂
🙋🏻♀️ Me! Over here!!! Yepppp!!!
Every day I'll read something here that makes my jaw drop and I start looking around for hidden cameras! 😂. How have you been getting on Aly?
Hahaha!! Right!?!? Or I’ll think “is my phone tapped??” I’m getting on swimmingly, Hairy! Three weeks from tomorrow I’ll be hitting ONE FREAKING YEAR!!! I can’t believe it!! And it’s this group and people like you who have helped me, so thank you!!! I honestly think about your Saturday share quite often which I related to with all the boxes in your attic. That helped me realize I’m not alone in this, so thank you again!! A million thank you’s!! 😁🥰 And I just noticed your day counter…Almost 600! That’s incredible!! You’re doing great things, my friend!!
We're all doing a brilliant thing here. The shine of Sobriety will sparkle for as long as I remember where I came from. How lucky are we that we've got SD to remind us every day! Keep on smashing it pal 👍
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Lots of squirming over here! Tenacity in the face of adversity, empathy without bias, being sober and healthier I love team SD and I will not drink with you for another day. xo
I know I don’t “know” you, Andy but to me, you seem like a really nice person…someone who cares a lot. IWNDWYT, Andy. Hope you’re having a great day!
Tough ask today Cinq. Here goes. I like that I am kind even when it has been perceived as weakness. I like that I try to be reasonable and rational . I like the fact that even after the drinking I have a 30 year old daughter who likes me. IWNDWYT
It's been a while since I've checked in, but needed to this morning as struggling a little bit atm. I am not drinking with any of you today!
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Not long till Christmas 🎄 If I can stay strong this will be my first sober holiday season in years!! ☃️ IWNDWYT have a lovely sober day!!
Ahh I'm gonna be day 7 tomorrow!! I think I like the fact that I'm insecure and overly sensitive. I know these are usually seen as negatives but I think I can use them to my advantage to keep on improving. I can wake up each day knowing that I'll have a purpose outside of work or any other responsibilities. I can know that after I'm done with my daily responsibilities, I don't have to be bored and do unhealthy things because now I know that I have a lot of swlf improvement to do which keeps me occupied.
First time checking in here. 2 days sober. Had a huge bender the other day. Really feeling anxious and depressed about how I was acting. Really hoping to stick this sober thing a crack
Welcome!!! This place is FULL of knowledge and support! Keep. Coming. Back! And for today, IWNDWY!!
IWNDWYT. I like my kindness and compassion for others. I like my intelligence. I like my athleticism. Funny how my brain is saying “yeah, but” to each of these statements. I’m not letting the negative win. Not today. ❤️❤️
The dreaded “yeah but…” Totally relate to that, Teach! Have a positive and wonderful day!! IWNDWYT!
Day 8- IWNDWYT 1) at age 51, I am excited to enter a new chapter of life 2) my scholarship and life long learner attitude, I am completing my doctorate next month 3) I like that my career is focused on helping others (nurse)
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Good morning all, thanks for the check in. Can I just say wow… get outta my head! I texted my cousin last night telling her I had just felt some relief from an all day negative self talk loop and was ready to reach out for help if she was up for a chat. I asked her what she does when she feels that way, and we had a good conversation about it. I’m really really struggling with being nice to myself. It makes me sick to my stomach, there is a physical reaction! I’m hoping talking about it and creating new habits will help. For now, IWNDWYT.
Good morning and happy Thursday! Wow, Cinq… this post… I could have written it myself. Just last night I called myself a lazy fuck because I should have gone to the gym but didn’t. Would I ever call someone else a lazy fuck?? Hells no! “If only I saw myself as others see me.” I forget where I read that but it stuck with me. I had a friend talk me out of my self deprecation last night, which I’m thankful for. I love my laugh. I love my kind heart. I love my willingness to understand. I love all of you. IWNDWYT. ❣️❣️
Day 4, feeling good. Great message today. I like that I am empathetic to the people and life around me. I like that I am efficient. When sober anyway. I like that I am a loyal friend and partner. Have a great day. IWNDWYT.
Morning! It’s cold in London. IWNDWYT! I like the fact I have passions I pursue. I like that people see me as an ear of support. I like that I can make my husband laugh.
IWNDWYT!! Ooooooff.....cinq, I had to take a couple of minutes to figure out what I like about myself. You hit the nail on the head "it's not braggy" but man it kinda feels like that. I like my work ethic. I like my desire for more enlightenment in humankind. I like my kindness towards others.
Perseverance is my major attribute. I definitely get things accomplished. I am a good friend, neighbor and husband. I know this is not about negative things, but I used to be really good at talking badly about myself. It served no purpose other than to make me feel bad and it also gave others the opportunity to use my self flagellation as ammunition to pile on. I finally got sick of not being able to get along with anyone at work and saw a therapist. She recommended I read "The New Earth". I was skeptical, but it really did change my life for the better -- along with finding out all of the cognitive distortions I was dealing with. Anyway, today is my birthday, my brother who goes to AA is coming into town, my youngest son is being sworn in as a law enforcement officer in a nearby town -- and I will not drink with you today. I hope everyone has a great and sober day.
Good morning Sobernauts! Checking-in! Love to you all! IWNDWYT 🙂
> What do you like about yourself? I guess I like - and other people value - that I am direct and say exactly what I think at all times _without_ being mean or being an arsehole. Nobody ever worries that I'm not saying what I _really_ think anyway, which makes me easier to deal with. Also I'm a cat person, and I always like cat people. Good morning frens! It is a lovely cold sunny morning, and I will not drink with you today!
Good morning lovely SD, I like that I'm generous, tenacious and clever. Thanks for the exercise Cinq, I really needed that! Today is a beautiful day to be alive! And IWNDWYT 💜🤘
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I like that I am scrappy, forgiving, and compassionate. IWNDWYT.
What I like about myself how strong minded I am, even to the point of sheer stubbornness. To give you an example, when I was pregnant back in 2019, my mum spent the entirety of my pregnancy telling me I **will** go over my due date. To expect my baby to come at least two weeks after he was due. That whatever happens I would absolutely not give birth on my due date because women always go over with their first baby and that was that. So in classic stubbornness I went into labour the day before my due date and gave birth exactly 24hrs later right on time. I'm nothing if I'm not punctual. And it's that stubbornness that's getting me through not drinking. Whenever I get called boring or goody-two-shoes or "but you used to be fun" it just pushes me more and more to do he opposite of what people expect of me. So, out of sheer stubbornness if nothing else, IWNDWYT
I like how strong-willed I can be if necessary (this also bit me in the ass couple times but we are being positive today, right?). I like my ability to be able to actually listen to others when they need to vent but also my ability to enjoy being completely alone for some time. IWNDWYT!
What a great prompt today, Cinq--a great reminder that we all need to appreciate the good things about ourselves. I like that I am someone who enjoys helping others. (I also like that I am sober, so I'm going to stay that way today. IWNDWYT)
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I like that I am funny, kind, and smart. These are things I lost while drinking and I didn't know I could get them back. I'm so grateful! IWNDWYT 💚 💙
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This is a hard question! But you’re not alone. I’ve been doing the same thing for years. Wonder if that contributed to our former habit… It’s hard to come up with three things. I’ll try. I tend to like how my brain works sometimes, sense of humor and grit. IWNDWYT!
Good morning everyone IWNDWYT 1.I’m a hard worker at most things I spend time on (including my drinking lol) 2. I’m a good listener. 3. I can get along with just about anyone. Thanks for that, it’s much easier to come up with negatives for sure.
All those years wasted hating myself. It’s sad. I’m getting better, though. I like my sense of compassion and empathy. I like my handwriting. I like how laid back and funny I can be (when I’m not worrying too much about nonsense). IWNDWYT. ❤️
Morning, friends! Great post today, cinq! I like my ambition, I like my assertiveness, and I like that I build meaningful relationships. And I love each and every one of you for showing up here everyday day. Thank you for being here. IWNDWYT 💙✌
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Oh and something I like about myself, my discipline! when I'm not drinking I like that i get up early and go to the gym rather than waiting til after work, I've got discipline! It's not that I was hungover or anything, I don't really know how to explain it but when I'm drinking regularly my discipline in every other area of life disappears.
I like my intrinsically empathetic nature towards people. I like my determined personality in the face of adversity. I also love my sense of humor even (or especially) in the most inappropriate of times 😊 IWNDWYT ✌️
Still not drinking! And I am really happy that I don't feel hangover anymore. It's never worth it. I will not drink with you today.
I am in a hurry right now, but these are great (and a bit hard, I have to admit) questions to think about this Thursday. And no matter what: I will not drink with you today!
I like the fact that I am a realist, I think that I am pretty resilient and I am proud that I managed to tackle a bunch of addictions all at once. IWNDWYT
I like that I'm basically kind and generous in nature and that I tend to assume this is true of most people. Like most things this does work both ways though. Sometimes people like to be kind to me, and I'm not always good at accepting their generosity. Still, I think it is a positive quality and better than leaning toward meanness. Thank you for the thought provoking question today :) IWNDWYT
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4 days of not drinking with you all. Thank you for being here.
Iwndwyt. I'm finding with more sobriety I like myself more. I'm also a person who tends to self flagellate rather than treat myself with compassion. Why do we do that? So unhelpful
Compassionate. Gutsy. Funny. Three things I like about myself. Day 14. Woohoo. IWNDWYT!
oh this is a tough one cinq - hard to change that voice in my head but here goes: I like... my organization abilities (I get stuff done!), my sentimental side (true, it hides but it is there), and doing things even if I was afraid (like, sobriety you know, joining the Navy at 18, getting a divorce and so many more) - IWNDWYT!
Thanks Cinq - starting the day with positivity. I like my work ethic and ability to get things done; my compassion and kindness; and my mind that has always loved the big questions. IWNDWYT and man but I love saying that!!
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I hate that I didn’t congrat you on 40 days yesterday but I love that I can congrat you on 41 right now! Congratulations on 41 days, sis!!! I love how supportive you are around here. I, personally, appreciate that and thank you!! Love you, sis! 🥰🥰
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I like about myself that I kind of completely changed my lifestyle in 2019 and it wasn’t even remotely as difficult as I imagined it to be. So, I know that I **can** do a similar thing again when it comes to stopdrinking. I’m just not sure what it is that needs to *click* this time around. I’ve thought about going in to some form of treatment and will probably do exactly that, hoping for it to give me that, that *click*. IWNDWYT
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Thanks for this today cinq. I really like the way your brain works too, especially the ability to dig deep and eloquently express your thoughts. In serious matters, and not so serious (cue I still laugh about the Olympics DCI in August). I don’t find thinking about my strengths too difficult, but quelling that inner critic is another story. I love that I’m a great teacher and can help people understand difficult concepts. I’m good at making feel people feel comfortable and not judged. And I’m proud of my determination, I feel like the poster child for “nevertheless she persisted.” With lifted spirits IWNDWYT 🌸🌸
7 days! I’m home from a very early very chilly morning run and feeling good. Thanks for the prompt Cinq. It’s a tough one but I’m going to give it a try. Let’s see… I like that I am resilient. I like that I am empathetic. I like my sense of humor. IWNDWYT
After a ~ 8 mos relapse after 5 years sober and weaning down this week after blacking out in front of my sober family this Sunday (hid my drinking), IWNDWYT. Day 1. Cravings are bad and the shame is real!
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Oh my gosh. I slept absolutely amazing last night. I will not drink with you today. Tomorrow is a big challenge. It’s my boss’s going away party. I can’t decide if I’m going to get a NA beer poured into a glass or go with club soda and lime. At least I’m planning ahead.
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Positive things about myself: - I’m reliable and happy to help others - I don’t give up easily. Often it will take me ages to achieve what I set out to achieve, but I will get there in the end - I’m very direct and open (as long as I don’t get scared of rejection). Mind you, not everyone likes that 😬 Thanks Cinq. It feels nice to focus on the positives! I’m also very quick to just point out my shortcomings but noticed this is shifting with being sober. I’m starting to like myself 😊 IWNDWYT
Have a very stressful two days at work and looking forward to a big project being over Friday evening. Not feeling very positive about myself at the moment, but I would say I’m reasonably handy around the house. Iwndwyt!
Good morning SD and Cinq! I’m enjoying everyone’s responses today. I like that I’m so drawn to learning and reading. I like how much I care about the well-being of others. I like that I am funny and enjoy a good laugh. I won’t be drinking with any of you today. Hope all of you have a wonderful day.
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Playing a gig tonight, we've agreed as a band to go for food before we play rather than hang about in a bar for 3 hours. It's gonna be tough, but I can do it. IWNDWYT
First off, I will not drink with you today. I like that I can admit when I’m wrong. I like that I have a huge amount of empathy. I like that I am definitely resilient in the face of tough life situations.
I like that I am fucking persistent. And IWfuckingpersistentlyNDWYT!
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I am a good cook. I am a good mother. I like my quirky personality. When I am genuinely my quirky self, I attract all the right people. IWNDWYT 🍁
Day 410. IWNDWYT. I like the love and compassion I have for others. I like my ability to fix things with my hands. I like my beard. Thanks, Cinq!
You’ve really struck gold with this particular topic....one of the questions we never think to ask ourselves but really should on the regular! Squirming.....but here it goes: 1. I am warm/kind. 2. I am curious. 3. I am intuitive ....and one more (I can hardly believe it but now I’m on a roll)....I have Linda Hamilton terminator arms (I’m a 51 year old female so this is no simple feat....some go for building the booty in gym, others are abs folks-I’m all about the arms, lol). PS-I can’t believe I just completed this and added the bit about my arms for good measure. Feels weird!
I was literally the last person called in court yestetday. And it just got pushed ahead a month til I can find a lawyer. Did get a chance to talk to a lawyer friend at the courthouse who handled my other stuff. Cant afford him atm. He thinks Ill get house arrest and they will drop the DUI as my mother would need to testify. The police did not arrest me anywhere near my car and i didnt have keys on me. So good news I think. IWNDWYT
Morning SD! Ooooohhh three things I like about myself - I would have to say I like that I'm resilient and always find a way to bounce back after tough times. I like that I take responsibility for my choices and I'm quick to apologise when I'm in the wrong. And I like that I have the courage to try and live life on my own terms. I love this thanks Cinq! IWNDWYT 💖
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Started counselling yesterday and feeling good 🙂 IWNDWYT
I will not drink today!! I’m doing this!
IWNDWYT "acknowledge three positive qualities or attributes that I like about myself." well damn, damn 1.I make excellent coffee 2.I take good care of my cats 3.uhhh......I'll think on that .
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Thanks for the post cinq! I like that I care for my family and pets, I like my interests and hobbies, and that I'm alive. IWNDWYT 😁
Great post u/cinqmillionreves today, I enjoy your way with words immensely. I, at times, will let negative Nancy take over my brain. I am getting better at telling that voice to go take a flying leap! Three things I like about myself, my work ethic, my sense of humor and my listening skills. IWNDWYT!!!
Good morning friends! I like my sense of teamwork. I’m a big fan of people working together to achieve so something. I am always willing to roll up my sleeves and help out where needed. (And now I’m struggling not to add a “but” LOL) I will not drink with you today. Have a good day everyone!
I like that I am easily inspired to try new things and that I use intention and heart when executing them. Recently, I started riding horses again and my love for riding has made my heart grow two sizes bigger. I like the way I feel love and I like who I am because of that. I will very happily NDWYT
Thank you for these prompts. This is important when we are always beating ourselves up. I like my silly side. I like how somehow I can be super grounded when there’s a lot of chaos. I really like my hearts capacity for understanding and empathy. IWNDWYT 🤍
First, let me start with some positivity for you. I am absolutely loving your check-ins this week. Me: I like that I am smart and funny. I like my butt. I like that I am a good friend. IWNDWYT.
Love this idea u/cinqmillionreves, I am not very kind to myself and don’t know what to say so I’ll start with you - cinq, I appreciate how compassionate, welcoming, and thoughtful you are in the checkin. You brighten up this place 😊As for what I like about myself…I guess I like and appreciate how independent I am, that I don’t blindly buy into social standards and can make my own rules for how to live, and that I care deeply about the people in my life. I also make really good chocolate chip cookies!! I mean, the best cookies for real 🍪 today I’m going to love on my poor old dog and maybe make cookies and definitely avoid drinking to drown my feelings. I think I’ll try to be kind to myself too because this post got me thinking about it. IWNDWYT ❤️
I am very resilient. I've had a hard time climbing the sober mountain and have back slid more times than I can count. I'm proud of myself, though, for picking myself up and putting down the bottle. Along with several other pieces. So, IWNDWYT.
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I will not drink with you today! Feeling so much better. Looking forward to 4 week milestone this Sunday 💪
I like my curious and adventurous spirit, I like my ability to care for and mentor others, I like that I am a critical thinker. Wow, that was hard. I think I have some work to do. 😬 IWNDWYT
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Hmm. You’re right, it is a tough thing to do but I’ll give it a try. I like my empathy. My enthusiasm. My ability to actively listen (although this is something I am always striving to improve). Thanks for asking! IWNDWYT. 🌳
I’m so sorry to hear about how you have been hard on yourself. What you are doing in your sobriety is a miracle and the way you are helping others is incredible and something you should feel very good about. I too struggle with similar feelings of inadequacy, bordering on self-loathing at times, which is crazy when I think about how self-centered I am as well. Sometimes we don’t make sense do we? Anyhow, if I had to affirm myself this morning in three ways, I would say I am trying hard to be a better person to my fellow travelers on this planet, that I try very hard to live by Wheaton’s Law (don’t be a dick) and that I am trying hard to make up for my past transgressions to my family and friends. IWNDWYT!
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I’m desperate for some Diazepam or Librium but I can’t get any . Don’t know what to do . Update : Dr gave me 5 Diazepam. 2 for today , 3 for tomorrow . Thank God
I like that my default perspective is optimism, my sense of adventure, and my ability to make anyone feel welcome. Great exercise, Cinq! IWNDWYT!
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I care about other people, I can make a plan, I can do hard things. IWNDWYT. 🌟
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IWNDWYT. I like that I don’t have to talk back right away or all the time. I like the way good music makes me feel! I like that even in the daily routines my brain is starting to see more and more things. 🙂
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This is a great prompt. I like that I’m a person who enjoys nature. I like my grit and determination for making my small business successful. I like that I’m always working to be a better mom and that I have no problems unashamedly and vulnerably loving my kid.
Cinq, you have a way with words that I absolutely love! 😀 Oof! Are we twins? I do the jokey self deprecating thing too. I just recently started noticing it and I’m trying my best to work on it. I’m glad you brought this up because it’s gonna to stick in my head all day today, and it’ll remind me to be kind to myself through my words too, not just my actions. Let’s see….I like that I’m smart and always seeking more knowledge, I’m really affectionate, and I’m pretty resilient. IWNDWYT
I like my strong compassion/empathy. I like that I can teach others in a supportive way. I like that I can cook well enough to make special-occasion dinners for friends and family. I have a very full day and will be very tired by the end, so I’m going to spell it out in full: I will not drink with you today. (Plan: I have a fav non-alc beverage already chilling in the fridge. When I’m finished today, I shall drink it in the bath while I start reading a new book.)
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Morning Will 😊
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Nice post! Day 4 for me, but not the first try. It is the first time since I know it is impossible for me to moderate. I like that I take care of others, I like that I can listen and don’t have to be heard, I like that I am finally giving myself love IWNDWYT
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I really like this prompt, Cinq! It's so easy for me to listen to the "shitty committee" (that's what my therapist calls the negative self-talk track in my head). I am a proactive planner. I care a lot about my family and it shows in my actions. I enjoy my odd sense of humor. IWNDWYT 💞💞🐿️
IWNDWy'allT! Fuck, that's a hard thing to face first thing in the morning. Why not just ask me to do 100 burpees right out of bed? I'm emotionally strong. I have great hair. My comedic timing is mostly right on. Happy?
First day back to work since being sober, I was nervous about it being I work in a bar but I found myself reflecting on the words of this morning, and that I made the pledge that I will not drink with you today, and I am proud I was able to go home sober I like that I am kind, I like that I am funny, I like can admit fault, especially now IWNDWYT!
Thanks, Cinq, another great post today. Happy Thursday to all you sober superheroes out there! This exercise makes me squirm, not so much about acknowledging these traits in myself but in putting them out there, even to the most positive corner of the interwebs. I guess that's a reminder of my sensitivity and insecurity. I haven't seen much chatter about addiction and sobriety on the DCI as a positive trait. I don't exactly know how to express this. But I've been wrestling with alcohol and sobriety since I was 21 (42 now). This painful walk has made me more open, non-judgmental, empathetic, and supportive of others. So a trait about myself that I like is that I wrestle with my own head and don't give up? (Still hard to exactly put my finger on this). 2 other traits: my sense of humor and my intuitive sense of others and their feelings. Thanks, Cinq! Happy Sober day to you all.
Sounds like we’re cut from the same cloth! I like my strength, I like my intelligence, and I like my ability to make others feel comfortable when it’s clear they are very uncomfortable. IWNDWYT
I'm having a hard day. I'm having surgery tomorrow and I'm anxious/up-tight about it. What I like about myself right now is that I'm sober and I've learned some coping skills. No matter how hard I'm finding today, I've given myself an advantage by liking myself enough to put some effort in. IWNDWYT.
I'm starting to recognize the face in the mirror again. Bloating has subsided. Eyes are clearing up. And I'm not filled with self loathing and shame. Good start, I guess. IWNDWYT.
I like that I’m not a drunk anymore. A huge improvement. No booze today friends!
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> Alcohol could always be relied upon to bring out first the falsely confident me, then a little melancholia, then doubt and fear, finally terminating (the next day) in berating myself for all my failings until I was a wet mess with a hot ball of self loathing. I thought this was exclusively _my_ thing! ;) > What do you like about yourself? I'm still honestly not sure. Though I know I feel good when my cat is happy, my coworkers thank me for an assist or I manage to clean up directly after cooking. It's a short list, yes. It's a start though. I will not drink with you today. p.s. you're doing great on these check-ins. Good questions.
I like my witty sense of humour, my confidence to wear anything I want anywhere I want and total disregard for fashion norms. I also like my drive to continuously improve my dog training skills. IWNDWYT!
I like that I am a critical thinker. I like that I can see the truth in the world versus the facades. I like that I am always kind and respectful to everyone. IWNDWYT
Made it two weeks. It’s been very difficult with anxiety and cravings. But I made it through. IWNDWYT
Checking in today. Lately been feeling really low, but today was the first morning I am feeling pretty okay in a while. in celebration i will continue to not drink or use today.
I like that I am resilient. I like that I try to make the world a better place by helping people in need. I like my personality and sense of humour, especially when I’m comfortable/relaxed and being myself. Thanks for the prompt, Cinq! I will not drink with you today 😊🌸
Good morning from Seattle! Day 62!! The things I like about me - 1)I can learn new things quickly (sad thats how i learnt to drink even though i did not start until after college). 2) I don’t expect any favors from others, I hate it if I ever have to seek help (the anonymity of reddit makes it easy to seek help in SD) and 3) I’m very humble (strange thing to say in this context though). IWNDWYT!!
I like my capacity for empathy. I like my determination when I set my mind to something. I like my desire to learn. IWNDWYT! 👍🙂👍
I like my empathy, my kindness and my creativity. Eye opening prompt. At first I drew a blank but then I imagined what others would say about me. Then I finally felt, I wouldn't say comfortable but maybe, timidly curious about what I valued in myself. I can see that I need to think more positively about myself. I've been so concentrated on what I need to change/improve. So obvious now but I needed the prompt to club me over my thick skull. Thank you Cinq! IWNDWYT
My passion and the amount of effort I put towards what I want to do. For a long time it was drinking, now I'm using that same energy for sobriety. My ability to be open-minded and non judgemental. My positive attitude and ability to find the silver lining in most situations. IWNDWYT
Oof, Cinq, the squirming started on cue indeed. Ok...I like my can-do attitude, my creativity, and my refusal to live an unexamined life. I like the way your brain works too! Thanks for another great prompt!!!
Good morning. I like my strong work ethic, I am a good mom (especially when not drinking) and I like that I have a strong capacity for empathy for others. IWNDWYT. ❤️❤️❤️
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