Not totally, but enough that I can now trust myself to say "I don't have the kids this weekend, I'll have a little bit Saturday night, and when it runs out Sunday, that's it. No more.
(Until next month.)
It's under control, and I can enjoy it without the fear of going off the rails again. Gets rid of all built up tension, depression, anxiety over that weekend, and I'm good for a month.
Still better than drinking. I'm happy with that balance!
u/Kwirk86 — 15 days ago