I have just turned 29 years old.  I have been drinking heavily ever since I was about 18.  Seemed pretty normal at the time, as everyone is experimenting and not so smart at that age.  My drinking continued through college and into the workforce.  Around 25 years old I began to realize the negative impact drinking was having on my life.  But I was not willing to admit that I was an alcoholic.  I have been struggling to control drinking while drinking, which of course does not work.  

I began drinking excessively alone.  Getting really drunk at any kind of party or social function.  The end of a "good" night would be a total blackout.  I was barely holding it together for work.  The Hangovers were killer, and I'd drink to feel "normal" again.

So here it is.  I am an alcoholic.

I am now a recovering alcoholic.  I haven't had a drink for 7 days.  It is hard to say no, but I know that I am better off without drinking.  I have more energy and feel like I can deal with whatever life throws at me in a positive way.  I'm going to fight hard to keep this going.  

The future looks really good.

Tools To Life is a great program and I'd like to thank Jason Ellis for being an inspiration to me and turning me onto this program.