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    I Surprised Myself

    Yesterday, in several meetings, my sober self surprised me. I listened. I understood. I engaged. My clear mind drew and knew distinctions. I caught subtle nuances that helped take the conversation in meaningful directions. I no longer struggled to climb above the fog caused by the previous day?s drinking.

    Two months ago I would paid a fair bit of change to buy this medication. Yesterday, it came as a surprise bonus.

    Capto
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    I Surprised Myself

    Hi capto

    I can relate so well with your post, I just love having this clarity of mind.
    If I recall you are now over 70 days Af - congratulations!!
    Are you planning to continue with abstinance??

    One thing that has suprised me is that since I made the decision NOT to drink I have found it easier than endlessly trying to moderate. It seems to remove all the doubt, the constant preoccupation with alcohol.

    I'm glad you had such a good 'bonus suprise' with your feeling yesterday.
    Sure there will be many more to follow as you continue to rediscover your true feelings and potential.
    Best wishes
    Changeling

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      #3
      I Surprised Myself

      Hi Changeling,

      Yes I do plan on continuing abstinence. I tried moderation, but I must admit I wasn?t ready. Then, when I made up my mind that I wanted to make a change and I proved to myself that I could abstain, the larger vision opened up.

      I agree with you: abstinence is easier than moderation, and I think it is a whole bunch more fun.

      And yeah, good catch, I?m 76 days AF.

      Best,

      Capto

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        I Surprised Myself

        Fan;96792 wrote: Hey capto ....

        How awesome. Not only the "surprise" .... but that you noticed.

        Hi Fan,

        It was awesome. I found myself having parallel and simultaneous conversations ?one with myself and the one I was having with my collogues. I was on a natural high. Damn this feels good. I hope I never forget to notice and remember.

        I appreciate this site and every one of you.

        Best,

        Capto

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          #5
          I Surprised Myself

          Thanks for sharing that Capto.

          It is pure torture being in a meeting when all you want to do is crawl into bed and 'sleep it off'.

          What a joy to be engaged with work and life.

          Lisa

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