Less Alcohol - August 2018 - One Day at a Time
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I did it!! 5 days AF-looking forward to a glass of wine tomorrow. The challenge will be to not overindulge. I won’t lie, there were a couple of days when I wanted to give in, but I managed to stay the course. Thanks for listening!8
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WinoGelato wrote: »Since we are so into streaks over here - I may have never gotten past 8 days AF (but again, not really trying for that) but I am on my 2,000th consecutive day logging on MFP. Just a little humblebrag but wanted to make the point that no matter what your goals are, half the battle is just showing up. And I firmly believe the reason I'm able to still count myself successful at maintaining my weight loss is that I kept showing up, even after my goal was attained.
Whether you are a moderator or an abstainer - just keep showing up. It really does make a difference.@WinoGelato, well done! In logging on does that mean you carefully log your calories? I have never managed to make that a consistent habit but now that I’m feeling less angst about alcohol maybe I’m ready to try to make that a discipline. Weight isn’t a huge issue for me but I’d certainly be glad to lose some. I realize this is probably a very stupid question to ask on MFP but do you find logging food/calories is important?
Thank you girls, you make us feel very welcome.
I dont have the urge to drink as I used to when I was here back in Feb and March. The few things I have done to help was keeping within the calorie goal like what's been mentioned and weighing and wanting a result.
Saying that I have had a couple of times where I have let it go and partying hard. Then to spend days regretting it, detoxing til I fill better.
I've lost 15kg since Feb I'd say from mostly cutting back on drinking. To me when I drink, I then have to eat something with it and then I run out of drink so I bet a top-up. Then I'm a little happy and loose focus on what food I'm eating.
I now say to people that serve , cooked I have a plain soda or 2 before i start, I'm really thirsty". I find that fills me abit, and then when I have alcohol I can take it slow and enjoy.
I watch everyone else going down my old path and then consequences that go with it. I feel sorry for them but they don't want to change.
Thanks everyone again, for sharing and joining, I love reading your post too.
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pjmfitforme wrote: »I did it!! 5 days AF-looking forward to a glass of wine tomorrow. The challenge will be to not overindulge. I won’t lie, there were a couple of days when I wanted to give in, but I managed to stay the course. Thanks for listening!
Hey!, your Awesome
I'll be looking forward to seeing how u went. I know it tough *flex* we're stronger as a team. Xo
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Hi- I’m new here, and so glad to have found this thread. Not looking to go completely AF, but I’m trying to find a way to strongly moderate the amount I drink. As of now, I drink about 2-3 times a week, but will consume several drinks during those few days.
My number one difficulty is that my husband is a heavy drinker on the weekends, and I’m quick to give in to peer pressure. Our early dating days were spent going to bars and socializing, and so we both still love to do that. But that leads to bad choices (food and drink) and a high bar tab!
I would love advice on how to manage my own drinking when surrounded by others who are drinking a lot.
Hello I'm glad u dropped it and reached out. I have had the same situation, I did try and go af but found I couldn't manage it. So now I have a strategy. Drink soda water b4 and in between helps so much. I can feel your situation, .. give this a try if u like and I'll be very interested how u go..
I wish u ATB!!..
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I'm drained. My mother has had a set back on her cancer remission. It's taking everything I have to keep moving. I've not been moderating like I would like. I give in because I'm just so stressed. I'm still not surpassing 2-3 drinks a night on the days I drink, but it's been more nights a week than I like. I felt very overall unhealthy last night in bed. I know most of it is stress and not eating the healthy foods that I like to eat. My stomach is so nervous that I just want to fill it with anything I can find.
You all's little friend needs some prayers and warm wishes sent her way, if I can ask for that. 18 -
@SpanishFusion I believe in the power of prayer and I will say one for you and for your mother. 5
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@SpanishFusion I believe in prayer too. Also try meditation. You cant think clear while your anxious. I find that helps to get back into focus. Remember what u believe, stay strong.
Wish you the best. I'll be adding you to my prayers.
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@SpanishFusion sending you a big hug. I’m so sorry you and your mom are going through all this. Xo6
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Pre-logged all of my meals for the weekend. None left for alcohol. 7
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@SpanishFusion, your request is certainly granted! Please be kind to yourself. I know that's hard in the midst of stress.6
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@SpanishFusion, your request is certainly granted! Please be kind to yourself. I know that's hard in the midst of stress.
Thank you. I'm going to try.5 -
July I blew it up. And even though today is August 10 and I’ve drank... tomorrow August 11 and so on will be AF. Im ready. I feel as though being home with five kids summer break it’s very stressful but I need a new outlet I’ve done it before and I can do it again my opinion for me is that I think drinking makes me calm her but it really does night and to me it’s a waste of money so if I decide to do it again it will be a night where I am out with friends it’s planned, we have a sitter and it’s going to be fun it’s not me at home in the early afternoon opening up a beer I’m trying to take the edge off I want to incorporate healthy decisions I honestly truly do I’m done I’m fed up I’m disgusted with myself tomorrow is a new day and I’m doing it for myself 98% information children I will be such a better mother better human I am so looking forward to the feeling of “having to have that drink” be gone!!! ❤️ thanks for the support and the judge free zone8
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Famof72015 wrote: »July I blew it up. And even though today is August 10 and I’ve drank... tomorrow August 11 and so on will be AF. Im ready. I feel as though being home with five kids summer break it’s very stressful but I need a new outlet I’ve done it before and I can do it again my opinion for me is that I think drinking makes me calm her but it really does night and to me it’s a waste of money so if I decide to do it again it will be a night where I am out with friends it’s planned, we have a sitter and it’s going to be fun it’s not me at home in the early afternoon opening up a beer I’m trying to take the edge off I want to incorporate healthy decisions I honestly truly do I’m done I’m fed up I’m disgusted with myself tomorrow is a new day and I’m doing it for myself 98% information children I will be such a better mother better human I am so looking forward to the feeling of “having to have that drink” be gone!!! ❤️ thanks for the support and the judge free zone
I've been there, many of us have - be gentle to yourself - you're doing the best you can. It is very very stressful with all the kids home. Sending you a big hug ! Tomorrow is a fresh start!6 -
Famof72015 wrote: »July I blew it up. And even though today is August 10 and I’ve drank... tomorrow August 11 and so on will be AF. Im ready. I feel as though being home with five kids summer break it’s very stressful but I need a new outlet I’ve done it before and I can do it again my opinion for me is that I think drinking makes me calm her but it really does night and to me it’s a waste of money so if I decide to do it again it will be a night where I am out with friends it’s planned, we have a sitter and it’s going to be fun it’s not me at home in the early afternoon opening up a beer I’m trying to take the edge off I want to incorporate healthy decisions I honestly truly do I’m done I’m fed up I’m disgusted with myself tomorrow is a new day and I’m doing it for myself 98% information children I will be such a better mother better human I am so looking forward to the feeling of “having to have that drink” be gone!!! ❤️ thanks for the support and the judge free zone
Hey!, dont be down! Depressed!!.. you are strong and can keep being strong
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The fact u came here told us what happened and your plans to get it back, you 'home n hosed' we are here for u.
I think u need to look at yourself as learning new lifestyle. Like a baby learning to walk, it falls and gets up again.
Please take courage, u can do this, whatever p link an u have set for yourself *flex*
Look forward to hearing from u.
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Well, had a glass of wine and some coconut rum tonight-which was planned. Not as good as I remembered. Thankful I did not over do it tonight. Moderation is my key right now7
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pjmfitforme wrote: »Well, had a glass of wine and some coconut rum tonight-which was planned. Not as good as I remembered. Thankful I did not over do it tonight. Moderation is my key right now
Nicely done! Thanks for telling us how you did, it's nice to hear how people manage things.
It's probably hard to know if you're going to enjoy it too much and go overboard or not enjoy it enough and regret it.
It would be so great if it always meant you could be bang in the middle where you're enjoying it just the right amount in just the right frequency! LOL Maybe something to visualise?
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pjmfitforme wrote: »Well, had a glass of wine and some coconut rum tonight-which was planned. Not as good as I remembered. Thankful I did not over do it tonight. Moderation is my key right now
That's it, if u can keep up the water or spring water, it helps to keep u hydrated.
Well done! awesome job.
Secret is to keep being strong and keep foccus. Self awareness.
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Thank you everyone! Have a beautiful Saturday!4
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Following. I love reading everyone's stories. As do others. In fact, I'd half expected this to have become a group by now.3
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Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »Following. I love reading everyone's stories. As do others. In fact, I'd half expected this to have become a group by now.
Welcome,.. I think I saw u back in Feb, March thread. Good to see u again. We all need lots of support. It's a hefty task to break habits let alone alchohol.
I enjoy it but I more the wiser from the lesson we have learned together from everyone's experiences.
Julie was the and still is the best teacher I know out of Australia..
Thanku u for making your presence known..xo3 -
Famof72015 wrote: »Thank you everyone! Have a beautiful Saturday!
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SpanishFusion wrote: »I'm drained. My mother has had a set back on her cancer remission. It's taking everything I have to keep moving. I've not been moderating like I would like. I give in because I'm just so stressed. I'm still not surpassing 2-3 drinks a night on the days I drink, but it's been more nights a week than I like. I felt very overall unhealthy last night in bed. I know most of it is stress and not eating the healthy foods that I like to eat. My stomach is so nervous that I just want to fill it with anything I can find.
You all's little friend needs some prayers and warm wishes sent her way, if I can ask for that.
Sorry to hear that
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Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »Following. I love reading everyone's stories. As do others. In fact, I'd half expected this to have become a group by now.
Welcome,.. I think I saw u back in Feb, March thread. Good to see u again. We all need lots of support. It's a hefty task to break habits let alone alchohol.
I enjoy it but I more the wiser from the lesson we have learned together from everyone's experiences.
Julie was the and still is the best teacher I know out of Australia..
Thanku u for making your presence known..xo
Smiles. Hi. Yes, with this kind of thread, I feel that I should "out myself" as someone who's following the conversation. You guys are putting a lot of yourselves out there, and I'm sure folks are benefiting from that.5 -
klorben...in response to your question up thread, If you usually go to the same bar, ask your bartender [beforehand and privately] to make your drinks extremely light on the alcohol. No one else has to know your little strategy. I used to be a bartender, and actually did this for a few guys who didn't want to be embarrassed in front of their hard drinking buddies. Their wives really appreciated having a "mostly" sober hubby coming home.
If you change up on where you drink, ask for your second [and 4th and 6th] drink to be a plain soda. If you can stand it, some can't, have your libation made with a diet soda to save calories. After a while, rum & Diet Cola will save ya' a whole bunch of calories. Enough to nibble on some of those bar wings.
Dieting and AF for 2 months and looking forward to getting to my target weight so I can up the daily calorie limit to 1400 and use the extra 200 for a couple daily glasses of Chianti. About 8 weeks til celebrating my 72nd B-day with a skinny me and a little vino.
Wishing EVERYBODeeeee!! much success in meeting their goals and overcoming the challenges. Channeling Cookie Monster here...going off to dance for a while.8 -
@forestdweller46 thank you!2
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