I was sober for three years but went back out in 2020 thinking I could drink socially again because I had a girlfriend now, but it was just a matter of time before my old habits returned. Been drinking behind my girlfriends back and want to fully commit to being sober again.
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Three years is no small feat, friend. You’ve done it once (so you know that you can do it again and then some.)
Everyone has their own idea of what recovery is for them, but sounds like you can’t have one drink-not one drop! It’s great to know that as you can set firm, consistent boundaries. Let’s start. You do have to come clean to your girlfriend, but you can give it a little time if you need. Not forever, because she does deserve full disclosure. Give yourself a few days/week/two weeks of sobriety and have the conversation. You’ll be clear minded and level headed and can show her your commitment as you’ll already be actively working recovery.
Admit fault to your gf. Attend meetings. Look into treatment options.