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Dana Leigh Lyons's avatar

Thank you for sharing so honestly and with such heart, Kristen. Your story is such an important one for moms and parents out there.

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

Such a helpful read. Thank you. I’m on day 12 and your words make so much sense. 💫

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Dana Leigh Lyons's avatar

Sending blessings for courage and serenity, Trudi. And heart-sourced celebration of your 12 days.

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

Dana, thank you! That means so much 🥰

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Kristen Crocker's avatar

Hope you’re hanging in there, Trudi! Came across these comments and am thinking of you ♥️

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

Thank you, Kristen! Now on day 41 😀

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Kristen Crocker's avatar

Ahhh!! That’s awesome! Congratulations 🎈🎉

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Ellie Nova's avatar

I loved reading this Kristen. It's so helpful that you shared how the process of learning to not drink, and do something supportive instead, gets ingrained. Celebrating you in your sobriety - as I know well, it takes enormous courage to get there and stay there x

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Kristen Crocker's avatar

Thank you!! ♥️

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

I love this. I am on year 3 and it still surprises me that I can now rely on myself in a crisis. I can pick up the phone in the middle of the night if there is an emergency. I can get my dog to the vet. I can get everyone home after a long night out. I know I won't be drunk and will be able to handle my shit. It's an ongoing gift because it still takes me by surprise every time. Congratulations on two years, kudos to you for getting through these hard times. IWNDWYT.

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Dana Leigh Lyons's avatar

Such freedom and agency - yes!

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Kristen Crocker's avatar

Such a gift to trust myself ♥️ congratulations to you!

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you Kristen!

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Lisa H's avatar

Thank you for this piece, Kristen. I relate in so many ways. I am 9 months sober and am so grateful for every hangover free morning in which I can remember the night before with my daughters. Thank you again for your beautiful and honest story.

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Kristen Crocker's avatar

Thank you so much! The generational trauma ends here 🙏🏻♥️

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Dana Leigh Lyons's avatar

Huge recognition for your 9 months, Lisa!

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