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GrimJim

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Hello everyone.... Not really in a crisis as the forum name suggests, more of an all-the-time feling of uselessness and depression. Thoughts of suicide are in my mind all the time, and I did try once, 13 years ago.

I'm an alcoholic, dry 2 1/2 years. Sobered up in AA here in Johannesburg. In AA terms I guess I'm a dry drunk though, and really can't be bothered to do the 12 steps. Step 1 was enough- admitting I'm an alcoholic, but as for all that making amends stuff, nah.

I'm 52 years old, well will be on Monday next week, married with 2 kids.
 
gentlelady

gentlelady

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:welcome: to SF. Congratulations on staying sober. Sorry to hear about the depression and suicidal ideations. We are here to offer support if we can. I am glad you chose to join us. :hug:
 
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GrimJim

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Thanks for the welcome, ppls! :biggrin:

Is there any easy way to see if there are any other folk from South Africa here? As far as I can see, location in profile isn't searchable?
 
Petal

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welcome to the forum :welcome:
There is no easier way to see if there is anyone from south africa :no:
 
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butterflies32

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heya,

Well done for staying dry but I am sorry that you are still feeling how you are.
Welcome to SF. I hope we will be able to support you.

Take care.

Sam
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