Delanie Dunham
- Age
- 27
- Sober Since
- June 14, 2019
- Sober For
- 7 Years & 104 Days
01 What it was like
Absolute hell. I felt trapped with no way out. My relationships with my family were dwindling and I was miserable to be around. I was extremely selfish and depressed.
My relationships with my family were dwindling and I was miserable to be around.
02 What happened
I was in an extremely toxic abusive relationship, blacking out almost every night of the week, gambling every dollar to my name at the casino, smoking cigarettes, and ruining my life.
03 What it is like now
I feel so much better, look better, and for the first time I am SUPER motivated in life. I’m feeling new emotions that I’ve never experienced before. My outlook on life is completely different and I genuinely look forward to waking up every day. I am so grateful for everyone who stepped up and played such a pivotal part in this journey for me, I couldn’t have done it without you!! For the first time in 11 years I am completely alcohol free. And let me tell you, life without hangovers is the absolute BEST!!!
More sober stories
View all →
Choose your next step
Find support for your own recovery
Understand sobriety
What is Sobriety? Understanding Your Path to True Freedom
Explore what sobriety truly means in this enlightening article, delving into its journey beyond physical abstinence to emotional and psychological freedom. Discover how therapies like CBT, DBT, and MAT, along with a holistic approach, are key to overcoming addiction. Learn about sobriety's positive impacts on relationships, mental health, and overall well-being, highlighting the profound sense of freedom and fulfillment it brings.
Take the first step
Getting Sober: How to Start Safely and What to Do Today
If you want to get sober but do not know where to begin, start with the immediate questions: how to stop safely, who to ask for help, and what support you will need in the first few days.
Support your recovery
Staying Sober: A Practical Guide to Protecting Your Recovery
Once you stop drinking or using, there is still work, family, stress, and free time to figure out. Staying sober involves building routines and knowing who to call when you want to use again.
Explore warning signs
Signs of Addiction by Substance: When to Ask for Help
You may have noticed changes in your own drinking or drug use, or be worried about someone close to you. Start with the substance involved to read about warning signs and where to get help.