Less Alcohol ~ SEPTEMBER 2021 ~ One Day At A Time

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  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 1,775 Member
    lisaj5227 wrote: »
    I drank a fifth every night, packed on 80 pounds because of it, was malnourished, food didn’t appeal to me, but would eat whatever just because I felt I should eat something,I,m 62 and I was dying slowly, I stopped March 15 2021 cold turkey and haven’t had a drop since and I don’t miss it either, the thought of alcohol makes me shudder. Honestly, I can’t explain it, but I think I’m over the hurdle I have lost 26lbs and feel so much better I can take walks now and exercise, I can see the beauty in everything now started meditating 3 mo ago and it has done me so much good, I shake off all the negativity during those sessions. I know it’s hard to take that first step, so many times I tried, but it’s possible.

    I’m so happy for you! What an amazing transformation, body and soul!
  • MissMay
    MissMay Posts: 3,749 Member
    Last evening was my first alcohol in 29 days.
    (YES I count and it is NOT a burden to do so)

    Made a chocolate coconut martini at home, sat on my deck contemplating what more new normal in life will be with the void I now have to fill.
    ONE DRINK ONLY. No desires for that sneaky second, third or fourth.

    Golden rule I need to stick to. ***No consecutive days of alcoholic drinks. So while I am away starting tomorrow I will take the LYRE'S NON ALCOHOLIC spirits with me.

    Big drinkers going to be with us on Friday. I will need to be on my game as they go into every nook and cranny bar they see to have one and then rinse -repeat all day long. By the time the concert starts "she" (not me) will be a total one eye closed mess.

    September's accountability:
    13AF
    1A


  • LolaBearyPie
    LolaBearyPie Posts: 2 Member
    Goals: AF Monday-Thursday; no more than 15 oz wine when do decide to indulge. Beginning today!
  • stealthchess
    stealthchess Posts: 111 Member
    I'm going to set a goal of no drinking at home and limit to 2 beverages when eating out. I'm having trouble cutting back so I appreciate the support the forum provides.
  • lmlmrn
    lmlmrn Posts: 788 Member
    So happy to see so many new faces! @lisaj5227 , @RealFoodDee , @LolaBearyPie @stealthchess The support here is wonderful. For me they all have been there for my good, bad and ugly days. Can't wait to hear more about you and your journeys.

    I have not have a great 1/2 month so far but not bad either. Yes I have had my alcohol, however.....I have kept it to one shot after working the 12 hour shifts so I could sleep well and be refreshed. Today is my last day off before the next run of long hours. I have planned to continue to moderate. Something that was unheard of for me 6 months ago.

    I will start to concentrate on AF once the fair is done. Baby Steps, just baby steps. I want this new lifestyle to 'stick' I don't want to feel I am 'missing out' and so far it is working. March - July were terrific and I am working my way back to 'terrific' again. The journey and struggle is always real but the support here is even better!!!
  • lilawolf
    lilawolf Posts: 1,690 Member
    September accountability:
    1st Sept - 15th Sept – AF
    I found some AF margarita’s and some AF malt and cola cans which I bought. I think the brand is Naked Life? But only 5 cals a can. I haven’t tried them yet but looking forward to doing so.
    I’m going really well with being AF for this month and just feel so much better for it. I had a lovely beach walk yesterday and even saw a beautiful dolphin playing in sea close to shore and followed him all the way on my walk. I didn’t take a picture because I was too caught up in watching him but I did take a photo of the beach afterwards. It was a beautiful day.

    I love that you didn't lose the moment trying to take a picture of the dolphin. What a lovely beach pic. Let us know if the 5 cal margs are any good. I am....suspicious.
  • tmbg1
    tmbg1 Posts: 1,434 Member
    Sept 1-2 = AF
    Sept 3-5= 3 glasses of wine each
    Sept 6-7 = 3 glasses of wine each
    Sept 8-9 = AF planned
    Sept 10-12= 3 glasses of wine each
    Sept 13-14= AF
    Sept 15-16= AF
  • globalhiker
    globalhiker Posts: 1,683 Member
    HAPPY BIRTHDAY @dawnbgethealthy ! Enjoy your trip too!

    Just getting caught up. Love the photos (is that Australia?)....and hope everyone is having a good time.
    I've been working 12 hours back to back days so no time for drinking and actually skipping meals but sadly also skipping workouts. Stress has control over me and it's the damn job....bad move on my part taking on this consulting role where it seems I have 6-8 clients (aka bosses) and my role is not one where I am advising others, instead they are tossing me the projects they don't like. I need to find my world again !
  • dawnbgethealthy
    dawnbgethealthy Posts: 7,892 Member
    @globalhiker
    l thought of you a few times on my trip over here to Alberta. I know that you are planning the trip here some day.
  • Lilylady3k
    Lilylady3k Posts: 4,005 Member
    GEAUX Tigers! LSU football & 2 glasses of wine.