Bad place with alcoholism

I don’t want to lose my job because of the pay and I liked my coworkers but I also knew I couldn’t go on being drunk everyday.. and then sick and then my coworker constantly buying me medicine with no clue what was going on. I drank all day long every day. I knew I needed help and I put an end to it Monday and Tuesday. But I may have lost my job if my leave is not approved and I knew it was a great possibility. So I’m just scared. I had no choice. I went to my psych on Monday, was enrolled in an alcoholism program, and assigned a caseworker. She tried to find me a rehab facility. They were all full. So Tuesday I had to go to the ER to detox. I’m just so depressed. I’m on day 4 of no alcohol. I feel I’ve lost my job and no way to pay all these bills. I don’t know yet but I’m just not feeling good about it.

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OldBrit · 61-69, M

I've been where you are. I very nearly missed my opportunity. Never give up on giving up.

Just don't drink today. That's the only thing that matters.

If the jobs gone then it's gone drinking won't change that but not drinking might change your future.

Hang in there. Getting sober is by far the best thing I ever did for myself and those around me.

WaryWitchWandering · 36-40, F

Getting sober is the best thing you can do for yourself… just take it one day at a time (sounds cliche, but it really works like that).

If you lost the job, you will get a new one… better to have to look for a new job than a new liver.

Your mind will get cleared the longer you go without the alcohol, you will become way more productive and present. Your mood will stabilize too… you’re going through a lot ATM. It will work out… you’re doing the right thing ♥

HowtoDestroyAngels · 46-50, M

@WaryWitchWandering very well said.

kodiac · 22-25, M

Focus on the small victories, one day sober 2 days sober each one is a victory. Don't expect instant gratification just build on the small victories . Sometimes things have to end in order to start over
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HowtoDestroyAngels · 46-50, M

Keep up the good work. Four days is a great start! I've got your back!

YoMomma ·

Sorry 😐 hope you get to a better place emotionally and at work ☺

Morrowind · 26-30, M

@YoMomma I just hope I either get to keep the job or find a new one. I was honest about why. I couldn’t lie. And I have no idea if they’ll have the compassion in this situation. I know I brought it on myself.

YoMomma ·

@Morrowind i know.. it’s rough 😬

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