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Addiction & Recovery

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5. It does get easier

Sun May 17, 2026, 01:07 PM

10 hrs ago

42 years later I rarley if ever even think about about drinking, unless I read something like this and recall how bad things were...

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Entering a tough season [View all] bif 11 hrs ago OP

Great strategy, Bif! SheltieLover 11 hrs ago #1

Thanks! bif 11 hrs ago #2

It does get easier Timewas 10 hrs ago #5

Definitely admire your strength. Congratulations and stay on the path! biophile 11 hrs ago #3

starting 10th year Whip-poor-will 10 hrs ago #4

The NA beers have gotten quite good! bif 1 hr ago #7