I’ve been using alcohol as a way to cope with stress and overwhelm for a while. I work a lot and carry a lot, and I didn’t fully realize how much I was leaning on it to take the edge off. It hasn’t completely taken over my life, but I can feel where it could head if I don’t change something. I’m not here because I hit rock bottom. I’m here because I want clarity. I want to be present. I want to handle my stress without numbing it. I’m nervous to post this, but I’m choosing to try.