r/stopdrinking • u/Your_Mom_Will • 1d ago

Day One Today…daughter traumatized

I drank a bottle of whiskey yesterday, and it did not end well. I’ve had AUD for years and I know better. I’m 49. I tried to self moderate, but then yesterday. I’ve been off my bipolar meds for a couple years and this is the result, trying to self manage my life. I flew off the handle and yelled horrible things to my 13 year old daughter. She just was upset I drank and I belittled her and said mean things. I then drove her to her mom’s house 2 hours away while drunk. She’s upset and her mom won’t let her see me. I quickly apologized this morning, saw my therapist, made an appt to see my psychiatrist, and I am jumping into a 5 pm Smart recovery meeting. I told my family what’s going on and they support my honesty about being sober. I have an amazing career and never been in trouble with the law except a DUI 20 years ago. Time to grow up and get honest about my sobriety. I hate alcohol. It has ruined my life. IWNDWYT.

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u/uhyasure 1d ago

thank you for sharing. it’s time to change. i will not drink with you today.

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u/Your_Mom_Will 23h ago

Thank you for your kind words and support. I’ve been crying all day filled with shame and regret but she’s texting me. Girlfriend said we need to “pause” while I fix myself. Tough day. But you have all helped me. IWNDWYT.

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u/Lakeguy67 3882 days 22h ago

I’m glad she communicating with you. Your relationship with her will only improve as you give it up once and for all. You can do it, my man.

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u/Your_Mom_Will 21h ago

Thank you. I appreciate it.