I am an alchoholic

[Megiddo]

Just thought I would share that as I have realized that all jokes aside, I am an alchoholic. I can control it unless I am around it and then all bets are off. After puking this morning, sleeping all day long, not eating and dehyradating myslef, I know this is a problem for me. I'm not sure how to control the problem realistically unless I stop hanging out with my friends and basically turn into a recluse, whihc isn't a bad option.

Anyway that is all I have to say. Easier to admit this to a group of people I don't know than to my family and friends.

[Shibby]

I would have to say that only a couple years ago I did alot of drinking. Getting away from my regular routine and hanging out with my friends that still wanted to always go drinking, is what helped the most for me. Of course it has taken more to keep getting to where I barely have a drink now and when I do I don't get wasted. Just a few to enjoy. But unless you take it upon yourself to change your habit of needing to be around those situations. It's going to be an almost impossable challenge.

[Puddles]

It sucks when something you used to enjoy on occassion becomes an adiction, an obsession. It's something you enjoy socially and may sometimes do alone. When kept to moderation, it's not a bad thing, but in excess it's no good. It has physical repurcussions, not just the headaches and vomitting, but it's taxing on the liver as well. It can ruin relationships. Admitting that it's an issue you need to deal with is the first step. Congradulations. Now find a program that can guide you to staying sober. AA is online but there are pleanty of boards like this one only dedicated to alcoholism. You may want to start there. Your friends may be a key component in your success or failure. Leave them if need be, you can make other friends who will be more beneficial to you.

Good luck! :)