Hi my name is Diana and I'm an alcoholic.

Thank you so much for the Daily Thought. I was talking to one of my sponsees the other day about how different our thinking is now that we are sober. Sobriety to me is not just about putting down the drink, but changing our whole way of thinking and acting. I told her that most people go through life with the same beliefs and doing things the same way they always have, because it has worked for them so far. But for us alcoholics, our ways did not work. We hurt ourselves and those around us. I lived in chaos all the time and was miserable most of the time. I didn't know how to enjoy just being me. Most of the time, I was so selfish that I thought it would be better for all if I just died. I couldn't see a way out. Fortunately for me, I was forced to enter a rehab. At the time I did not feel fortunate, but it was just what I needed. I was forced to take a look at myself and I was given this incredible second chance on life. It was called SOBRIETY. It took an entire psychic change for me. It was hard work and the change came slowly. Today, I love life. A Higher Power has restored me to sanity. Actually, I think this is the first time in my life that I am sane. My whole outlook upon life has changed, and I am so grateful for that. I like being me, and one day at a time, I hope to continue on this spiritual path.

Thanks so much for letting me share.