Alcohol Free August 2017
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Does anyone have recommendations on what to drink if not alcohol at a party? We are very social and if I don't have a glass in my hand everyone thinks there is something wrong. I am also trying to do no alcohol in August. Thinking seltzer water or Kombucha to "mimic" a cocktail.
My sister has a trick. She orders white wine and separate sparkling water. Secretly orders 2 glasses and fills one . The wine one she leaves on a table. When shots are ordered she always accepts and silly as it sounds , when people down their shots she throws hers over her shoulder. I have never tried but she has super fast reflexes and no one ever notices ...lol... as you can imagine she is amazing at networking on a drinks work night .....once people have 1 or 2 in them they stop noticing2 -
Another book recommendation: I checked this out from the library and have been paging through it tonight. It has some really good advice in it. It's called "Take Control of Your Drinking...And You May Not Need to Quit" by Michael S. Levy.1
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Author - Annie Grace. I have it on Kindle, there are a couple of Facebook pages and a blog. No guarantees, but it helps me to have a way to focus. I read a different book a year ago - helped but I fell off several months later. I may not be able to return to controlled, limited drinking.I'm gonna look for that book. The naked mind. Hope it helps. Nearly a week done and feeling great. Temptation hits every eve about 8 pm. It's gone by 10 pm. Phew. Have a party sat night in a situation where everyone will try to get me to drink. That will be a good test
In the present, I am on day four - on track.
Thanks so much. I'll be checking in here tomorrow night before going out to remind myself I'm not the only one choosing a healthier life and an easier life. Delighted to have found this thread and determined to complete a dry August. They say it takes only a month to break a habit so we are all doing so well so far. Best of luck everyone. Xxx
I'm finding this thread really helpful. It's really nice to know that I am not alone. I'm glad all of you are here and are finding it helpful as well! I definitely want a healthier relationship with alcohol if I have one at all. But this month is all about getting healthy and staying alcohol free is the best way to do that for me!2 -
Something to think about, but I do like my vodka1
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Another day - best wishes for those with special weekend temptations.1
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I went to lunch with my friend today where I normally have wine. I had club soda with lime and she said nothing. she was totally supportive when I told her i was doing an alcohol free August to focus on my health and wellness this morning. I am very lucky! I did have a cheat meal at lunch, but no wine. Back on track tomorrow (foodwise). I'm still 5 for 5 on alcohol free days this month, but taking it day by day and hour by hour.2
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Start of day 4. Really struggled tonight, very tempted to go and pick up a bottle of vino, but stayed on plan. Boredom seems to be the big enemy here, need to get a hobby
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Downloaded the Annie Grace book last night. This Naked Mind. Say a little prayer for me, please, and I will say one for all of you.3
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clsward1602 wrote: »Start of day 4. Really struggled tonight, very tempted to go and pick up a bottle of vino, but stayed on plan. Boredom seems to be the big enemy here, need to get a hobby Good luck to all!
I understand that feeling all too well. I think boredom is a trigger for me as well as I have a lot of ongoing stress in my life. I'm going to try to step up my workouts this month and get my steps in, so I can burn calories instead of take empty calories in via wine. BUT, a hobby is a great idea too! Finding a distraction when you are tempted is a great strategy.
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I'll support you! I've been alcohol free for all of 2017 since taking my Buddhism practice more serious (abstain from drugs or alcohol so you can stay present in the moment).3
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Another day - everyday is the first day.3
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Count me in!!! I used to drink red wine roughly 3x a week to unwind from my day. I've been alcohol free for about 2 months but it's still a challenge (work events, social outings, etc). I've taken up yoga to help with stress and recently incorporated weight lifting. Good Luck everyone, add me if u like 2
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I have a glass once in a blue moon still -- but cutting out my daily wine habit (closer to a bottle than a glass) is the #1 reason I've hit my goals. The calories in the wine itself are one thing, but the poor choices afterwards were even more detrimental. Here to offer support.2
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Now you are going to far!
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How did everyone do this weekend? This was my second weekend without wine....Weekends are usually a time I slip up. I'm taking it one day at a time. Where ever you are at with alcohol free August, give yourself a pat on the back for being aware of your health and wellness and making positive changes in your life. Whether you end up with 31/31 alcohol free days this month or 30/30 or 28/31....you are making positive changes!5
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Continued my alcohol-free streak this weekend! It's been 14 days for me (started in July). Hope you all had a great weekend.3
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Except for one slip up day I haven't had any drinks in 6 weeks. It's finally starting to get easier and when Friday night rolls around I'm not thinking of Chardonnay, but whether I'll have Diet Coke or sparkling water. It helps that my husband stopped drinking to support me. And I stopped drinking for many reasons, but one was to support my adult son in this journey.2
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I'm Chris and I'd definitely join you. I have some sober time under my belt, but the nutrition thing is messing me up. Most of us (drunks, alcoholics, in recovery, etc.) miss and crave those simple sugars from alcohol and we find them in CHOCOLATE❤️, candy, ice cream, or whatever turns your head. Having people that understand this is huge! Not only for nutrition strength, but also reminding us our sobriety comes first.4
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Hi everybody. I'm in. I'm in a place where I am closing in on a big goal. And this would help me reach it quicker !! I'm also focusing on some health issues. So drinking needs to be cut out for that too. I find it's pretty easy on my own, I can go without. It's just the social situations!1
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Well, I drank Friday night at a social gathering. I just knew I wasn't going to make it... Although, I drank way less than I normally do, so I guess that's a plus. Oh well....2
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chelllsea124 wrote: »Well, I drank Friday night at a social gathering. I just knew I wasn't going to make it... Although, I drank way less than I normally do, so I guess that's a plus. Oh well....
Well there's progress! Focus on the progress you are making.2 -
clsward1602 wrote: »Start of day 4. Really struggled tonight, very tempted to go and pick up a bottle of vino, but stayed on plan. Boredom seems to be the big enemy here, need to get a hobby Good luck to all!
I find that to be the case for me too. instead of reaching for the wine, I have been reaching for the dog leash and taking her for long walks. Everybody wins!3 -
Week one was a success in staying under my goal.1
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This article is one of many that is inspiring!
http://www.eatthis.com/what-happens-to-your-body-stop-drinking-alcohol
And here are a couple of others:
http://www.healthyweightforum.org/eng/calculators/lose-weight/
http://www.rd.com/health/diet-weight-loss/stop-drinking-alcohol/1 -
I'm in!! I like my Tequila on my weekends off but it leads to more frequent drinking. Count me in and my goal is to just refrain from buying alcohol. Period. No drinking for August.1
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I need motivation to do this! I tell myself every month that this will be the month I will do it. I have a drink or two almost nightly and much more on the weekends. When I don't drink, however, I crave sugar and often times I give in. I have found that Halo top high protein ice cream usually does the trick. I know that it is keeping me from achieving my goals. I just want to lost that last 10 lbs!2
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Day seven. Still an effort, but getting better.1
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I feel like I should take myself off the challenge because I've failed badly . However I find all of your comments so inspiring that I'm thinking that maybe it's the inspiration to start . I don't want to bore everyone with my story but you all are so right about the boredom. I'm retired at 56 so it's tough filling my days up as it is , in a new town where all my friends & family can't wait until happy hour to start their social time . I need a night job! Or maybe some demanding class to do at night . Thank You again for your inspiration , I'm going to try to make 8:8 day 1 !5
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