A Turn in the Road

[dave42]

I like your idea of being "mentally celibate" and I think it's the way to go. We all seem to do what you describe: sexualize everything constantly. When you are with your SO--now that is a tricky question. I wish I had an answer. Good luck with the changes in your life--being a fulltime dad sounds great (and challenging!). About a journal: sounds like a great idea. The first time I was here, I built up 8 months of sobriety, but I didn't keep a journal, so I didn't have a "home" spot on Through the Flame. Now I keep a journal, and it seems useful. Maybe start with a very short entry--just a couple of sentences with no expectation of writing anything profound. Just set it up. It will take 10 minutes I think.