On 28 October 2017 I moved into my house share on the Isle of Man. It was where the biggest change I’ve ever made in my life started, 3 years ago today. As I sit here typing this I’m filled with sadness, excitement and pride.
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Recovery in lockdown
I haven’t written anything for a while because I feel I’ve explained what I needed to and leaving my blog at 2 years later seemed a perfect…… Read more “Recovery in lockdown”
Taking back control of my life
Last time I posted here I was still gutted and disappointed in myself about going out in Manchester and basically getting wasted. The anxiety I felt the…… Read more “Taking back control of my life”
It’s that time of year
Basically, from 9th November until the 4th January, I’m not in the greatest head space. These are the dates that my Dad was diagnosed with a brain…… Read more “It’s that time of year”
1 year sober
Well, where do I start? I have to pinch myself sometimes. Never in a million years did I ever think I’d reach one year sober, but I…… Read more “1 year sober”
I am feeling so proud of myself right now
The picture above reminds me of waking up one morning with the bed covered in blood, my hand throbbing with pain and the worst hangover ever. The…… Read more “I am feeling so proud of myself right now”
My anxiety story
Not many people really know about my struggles with anxiety because I’ve always found it difficult to talk about. In fact, I’ve been embarrassed to talk about it a lot of the time. It’s only recently that I’ve realised how common anxiety disorders are. For years anxiety was ruling my life without me even knowing it.
Our trip to The Lakes … (with video!)
We’ve been back a couple of weeks now but I wanted to write about our trip because it was just what I needed and we had such…… Read more “Our trip to The Lakes … (with video!)”
A whole month later …
After a very up and down few weeks, I’m back! The Isle of Man is an amazing place and I’m extremely grateful to have had the opportunity…… Read more “A whole month later …”
Feeling lonely
Although I do love my own company being on the island and not knowing many people has started to make me feel really lonely. I’ve been going…… Read more “Feeling lonely”
238 days richer
Before I start let’s just take a moment to celebrate England’s 6-1 victory today. Oh yes, what a match! If we keep playing like that we’ll be…… Read more “238 days richer”
My birthday and being back home
It seems ages ago now but I went home for a couple of weeks at the beginning of the month. It was my 39th birthday and I’d…… Read more “My birthday and being back home”
207 days sober
As the tag line says on this site “sobriety delivers everything alcohol promised”. That is very true but getting sober has actually brought a lot more to…… Read more “207 days sober”
It’s like Groundhog Day
It’s Saturday afternoon and I’m in Costa again. Although many of you know I do love Costa it’s getting a bit ridiculous now. It’s a regular routine…… Read more “It’s like Groundhog Day”
Let’s finish the marathon together for Matt!
I’m sure most of you are aware that last week approximately 40000 runners took to the streets of London to compete in the marathon. Unfortunately Matt Campbell…… Read more “Let’s finish the marathon together for Matt!”