Lapse guilt

[Potatopotate]

Day 1 again after 5 weeks sober. I let things slide the past few weeks, wasn't doing self care etc. Ended up drinking yesterday and having a stupid argument with DP. I am so upset today and just want that balance back. Feel so emotionally unsettled, guilty and ashamed even though I know those feelings don't benefit anyone!

I need to get back to AA and on top of my routine. Just reaching out for support as people here have probably been here.

Any hope or guidance?

Well done on your 5 weeks AF!

Don’t beat yourself up over this slip up. The import thing is that you have recognised you have let things slide and want to get back to your routine so you can be AF.

Some of what you will be feeling will be “hangxiety” because of the alcohol. No shame, just take it one day at a time

Try not to be to hard on yourself . This happens and we live and learn. You know what to do .

Beating yourself up achieves nothing

What did you learn? Self care is important, you know what to look for.

Learning something is never something to feel guilty about.