Alcoholics Anonymous
Free peer meetings worldwide, in person and online.
For people cutting back, quitting or staying sober, one day at a time. Talk with people in Finland who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
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Free peer meetings worldwide, in person and online.
Science-based addiction recovery meetings you run yourself, online and in person.
Free emotional support from trained listeners, online and anonymous, in many languages.
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โA note for the next person. I was where you are eighteen months ago. A sponsor I text. That was my life. Last weekend I went to a friend's birthday and stayed till the end. You get yourself back in pieces. One day at a time.โ
โTo anyone just starting: I know it feels impossible right now. The mornings are the hardest, but they do get easier. Find someone you can text when you want a drink, even if it's just to say you're struggling. Take it hour by hour if you have to. And don't beat yourself up for the past. Your kids just want you present. I'm still figuring it out, but I'm here.โ
โIf you're at the start of this, I won't pretend it's easy. The first few months were the worst of my life. But I'm writing this from the other side, and some days now I forget to be sad. Routine saved me. Same time up, same walk, same tea. Go slowly. God willing it gets easier.โ
โIf you're scared right now, I get it. Two years ago, that was me. The worst part was work drinks and saying no. I wake up most days without that dread. It changes. It really does. Sending love.โ