Living with Ourselves

[Former-Member]

Thanks @Jynx Drinking lots of water. Just very concerned about my friend 

[Sophia1]

Hello @Former-Member 

understand how worried you are as the person is important to you

I read @Jynx  response as well.  Very good advice 

Can you put water in your glass first halfway and then a little wine?

Is your friend awake?

How are you feeling now?

Sophia

[Former-Member]

@Sophia1 @Jynx I am looking after him. He seems good. He says he is. He's alot better than yesterday. 

[Jynx]

@Former-Member Glad to hear he's going ok. I'm sure it's invaluable having you there. 

Guilt is a tricky one... to me, it is a teacher and a guide that tells us when we have behaved against our own values. In that sense, perhaps it is worth acknowledging this guilt you feel, but also telling yourself that you cannot change it now, you can only learn from it. 

Deep breaths. Here with you 

[Sophia1]

Hello @Former-Member 

I believe that even though feel guilty around drinking you are brave in telling us. 

I think what @Jynx @has written makes sense.

 I am wondering if you are perhaps reaching out for help about drinking which you don't really want to do.

@Jynx any helplines to talk about this after hours offering support and I know not judging 

We are not judging you either Mumi

@Former-Member 

We want you to trust yourself x

[Jynx]

@Sophia1 @Former-Member Yeah I have some helplines, here you go

• The SANE HC is open until 10pm (1800 18 7263) - chat is also an option
• You can contact Directline for drug and alcohol support (open 24/7)
• Lifeline is always an option (24/7), they also have a page with info and resources specifically for alcohol and substance use
• SuicideLine (1300 651 251) and Suicide Callback Service (1300 659 467) are open 24/7 as well

Hope this helps 

[Former-Member]

Thanks @Jynx l know you mean well, but lifeline etc aren't at all helpful for me. I will have an early night, now that my friend is resting. Sleep helps. Haven't had much sleep lately. I'll keep an eye on him during the night. 
I haven't drank that much, that I can't look after him. 
Thanks for your support. 🤗

[Former-Member]

Big hugs to you @Sophia1

[Zoe7]

@Sophia1 In a fair bit of pain at the moment but sending you some love and understanding. We have know each other for a long time now and I value all that we have shared over that time just as I value you