Hi, I’m Kevin, and I’m an alcoholic.
I’ve been sober a while, but the desire to drink can still sneak up on me—usually when I’m hungry, angry, lonely, or tired.
One night, I was overwhelmed. Work stress, family drama, fear—I found myself standing in front of the fridge thinking, What’s the point?
But something told me: Make the call. So I picked up the phone and called another alcoholic. I got honest. We talked for ten minutes. And the urge passed.
That’s how AA works. Not by removing temptation, but by giving us tools: the phone, the fellowship, the Steps, and a Higher Power.
I didn’t drink that night. I stayed sober. And in the morning, I woke up with no shame, no regret—just gratitude.
If you’re feeling shaky—reach out. You’re not alone. You don’t have to drink today.
Thanks for letting me share.
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