Less Alcohol- July 2018- One Day at a Time
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I'm happy to start the new threads.
I have a nifty app that I use to set reminders, Todoist, so I've put in one for the 1st of every month, which in my time, Australian, is early enough for people to get warning to start a fresh month, I hope.
@NovusDies Can you link me to a new post with all your resources? Or I'm thinking a text file would work better for me...
I work from a text file because it is easier for me. I can copy it into a PM with a code wrapper so you can create one locally for yourself when I am done with the latest revisions.
ETA: I am assuming the PM system uses bbcode. I have not paid attention because I haven't used it that much yet.
Great! Thank you, perfect!! Assuming the PM will work. But we'll sort something out. The thread will survive!!2 -
I should add that I'm not promising to greet everyone. I know when @JulieAL1969's got me beat in the niceness stakes!
Plus, I just don't have the time.
Which is why I immediately started to suggest help. I can see how much work is involved.
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@orphia and @NovusDies Thanks a million! Perfect people for the job! I will also participate and welcome people when I can. No problem. We got a great team on this thread! Love you both!
Thanks for your kind words! Xo4 -
Quoting this from July 3.I've been lurking since June but I'm ready to jump in! I love how positive and encouraging everyone is here (and @JulieAL1969 and @NovusDies - you guys provide so much great info and insight that has really impacted the way I'm thinking about drinking AND eating, bc I'm finding this information applies to both). Over the years my "weekend wine" has become more frequent that just weekends, and I hate the effects on my waistline and how I feel, but it's such an easy trap to stay in (especially with work, kids, life stress - and in summer, it seems to be even worse). I would really like to cut way back. Still deciding if that means totally "Dry July" or if I want to have some other plan. Guess I better figure that out quickly.
I lost weight tracking calories on MFP years ago, and I dabble in tracking here and there, but I know that consistent dedication is what needs to happen. I also had success with WW in the past. For the past few years, though, it seems that the things that used to work just aren't any more, and I get frustrated when I don't see results so I throw in the towel - again and again. I would love to know what other threads on MFP you guys like for weight loss, and if you have any tips in addition to cutting back on alcohol!
@jaime920 I see that's the only post you ever made on the forum. I'm tagging you to remind you, in case you ever return and see a notification.
Don't be daunted by what you may not have done. Be happy for the things you HAVE done. Hugs.
Look back to page 1 of this thread for tips on living with less alcohol.
And, I always, say, "You might as well keep trying because the time will pass anyway".4 -
Thanks to @Orphia and @NovusDies for your willingness, and of course I echo everyone's well-deserved kind words for Julie. I think this would be a good time for those of us who have been around awhile to commit to welcoming newcomers when we see them so that the responsibility is not on just a couple of people. I'm definitely guilty of leaving that kind of thing to Julie, even though I am genuinely happy to see any new people that pop up. I'll try to be better about saying hello and not lazily leaving it to the "official" facilitators.3
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I'll greet people too. Everyone should feel welcome, and the thread is all of us.
I don't mean to diminish Julie's hard work at all! You've gone above and beyond! I just meant we could all chip in.3 -
I'm in too. Starting today3
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I would volunteer to welcome, but I swear, reading back, most of the people that I have taken time to write a nice welcome message over the months never return and stay as regular posters. I’m a jynx5
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JulieAL1969 wrote: ». The positive note is that of course, I forgive myself and will never give up on me.
Xo
Love this bit the best. You got this1 -
One thing I read with going AF (which well I am more moderating) is you have to think why you drank like you did. Stress, boredom and loneliness were all reasons for me. Not drinking helped with stress. I swear I went out less as I would rather stay in and drink what I wanted. After returning from my vacation where we did tons of things I determined to do more stuff. This week went to see The Incredibles 2 with the kids. Great fun. Thursday we went to a cool restaurant. Both of these places tons of people were drinking but I had no desire. Today I am going to volunteer for a political candidate. Excited to be doing more things.9
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Hi @JulieAL1969, I am happy for you!! You have helped us all out a lot here and I am glad that you are taking care of you!! I will still be looking for you even though you are taking a new role here.3
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@trishfit2014, I know what you mean and am excited for you. I just joined a gym, helped set up for the church picnic today etc. If I was drinking, I doubt I would have helped or followed through or it would have been a strain to do.
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I agree @trishfit2014. Not drinking results in energy for fun stuff. I’m no good at visual arts or music, but I love the art of cooking. A few weeks ago the Great Courses folks offered a deal on a 24- episode video gourmet cooking course for download. Normally 200-something for $34. I’ve been cooking my way through those and have become a groupie of the CIA instructor (No, @norminv, he’s not a spy). I found a Thai market hidden in my small town and made Thai coconut soup to die for. I’d never bought galangal or kaffir lime leaves. Anyway, drinking me would not have that energy. Luckily cooking is not a drinking trigger for me. I know it is for some.
Here’s to energy!!8 -
Thanks all. Hubby had wine watching the fottie I had ice water and lime in a wine glass!! 😀7
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I love the cooking, too and that soup sounds great, @donimfp ! I have bought those lime leaves, but not the other. Yes, more time and energy for real fun. Makes for better memories. More time and energy to be successful at some things not done before.3
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@JulieAL1969 thank you for being such a great moderator! I look forward to continuing our journey together along with all the other beautiful people on this thread!5
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Day 3 AF- and it feels good. Skipped cocktails and even dessert at birthday lunch with family. Didnt miss either.
Downside- after I drank like I did Thursday night, for the next few days afterwards, I feel anxious and little bit stressed. I'm sure it's all related. I am ready to take a long vacation from my evil friend Vodka!
@SpanishFusion @salleewins Thanks for kind words! I'm happy to continue with you all on this wonderful ride.8
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