Less Alcohol- July 2018- One Day at a Time
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andysport1 wrote: »Wow, I didn’t know this existed
I’m an alcoholic
Decided it was too much when I found it impossible not to drink at 8am
For alcoholics it has to be all or nothing
I’ve done the all
Having a go at the nothing
I’m one week in
:-)
Cold turkey all the way
Hi and welcome @andysport1 . Congrats on your week. On page 1 of this thread you will find a list of tips and links that might help you on your journey. On page 11 there is a rough draft of a new section of member observations for future months' thread that might also help.
We want you to succeed so please drop in as often as you like.9 -
Day 167 according to my Nomo app. (Haven't checked it for a while.)
I went for lunch with a bunch of workmates today to celebrate one of their birthdays, and suddenly found myself in a social situation where nearly everybody was drinking bubbly.
I just drank water. Success! This is compared to two weeks ago when I turned down a work function due to fear of a social situation.
I noticed I was actually worried about drinking, rather than wanting to drink. The drinks didn't look tempting, but rather, a bit scary.
I'm pretty happy about that!
Congrats on your success.3 -
andysport1 wrote: »Wow, I didn’t know this existed
I’m an alcoholic
Decided it was too much when I found it impossible not to drink at 8am
For alcoholics it has to be all or nothing
I’ve done the all
Having a go at the nothing
I’m one week in
:-)
Cold turkey all the way
welcome. There are some great resources in the list.1 -
andysport1 wrote: »Wow, I didn’t know this existed
I’m an alcoholic
Decided it was too much when I found it impossible not to drink at 8am
For alcoholics it has to be all or nothing
I’ve done the all
Having a go at the nothing
I’m one week in
:-)
Cold turkey all the way
Yes, good for you!! A agree that it is nothing for the alcoholic. I drank anytime I wasn't working, being sure to stop 2 hours before, lol (like it really was totally out of my system). I wasn't always like that and drank heavily in college and was able to take years off and drink moderately or not at all. Eventually some 30 years later I just couldn't stop. It didn't make sense to drink anymore when you can't stop especially when you are drinking in response to stress and trying to relax, like I was. My opinion is that drinking is for celebrations like weddings and not to get drunk. Of course if you can't stop, that is different. Drinking is not necessary for survival. I don't dare drink now especially with the stress I am under. I am done actually and at one moment at a time. It will be 6 months on next Monday the 23rd. I remember when I couldn't stop for 24 hours. So congrats on your success so far!!!!11 -
No much for me to report personally. I still consider myself a moderate consumer even though my consumption is zero at the present moment. I am still living under the same rule that if I can come up with an upside/benefit to drinking tonight I will. That is going to continue to be a tough sell since weight loss is a bigger priority.
When I was reviewing the April thread it occurred to me that at that time I was measuring myself against other moderate drinkers and what I think society considers to be too much in one evening. I wonder if I was putting too much pressure on myself considering my goal was only two evenings per month. I also wonder if that added pressure help caused some of the slips. That has given me some new things to think about but I haven't gotten it all sorted out in my head enough to post any of it (you get a reprieve for now).8 -
https://www.self.com/story/hangover-anxiety
Hanxiety- Just read about this online. I have been having anxiety for the last three days- I never felt this way. Even after I worked out, I still felt anxious. I have a propensity for anxiety but always have managed it pretty well, but I can see alcohol exacerbates it. Just working my mind around things today.
@salleewins Congrats on six months! Amazing progress.8 -
andysport1 wrote: »Wow, I didn’t know this existed
I’m an alcoholic
Decided it was too much when I found it impossible not to drink at 8am
For alcoholics it has to be all or nothing
I’ve done the all
Having a go at the nothing
I’m one week in
:-)
Cold turkey all the way
Keep going .... one day at a time. If you're not in a recovery program please seek out some meetings in your area, get a sponsor, work the steps and help others. Your life will do a 180!!! Much love friend... Tiffany sober since 08/13/125 -
JulieAL1969 wrote: »https://www.self.com/story/hangover-anxiety
Hanxiety- Just read about this online. I have been having anxiety for the last three days- I never felt this way. Even after I worked out, I still felt anxious. I have a propensity for anxiety but always have managed it pretty well, but I can see alcohol exacerbates it. Just working my mind around things today.
@salleewins Congrats on six months! Amazing progress.
HUGS. This sounds so familiar to me. I used to have this terribly after I would drink. I used to drink 5-6 days a week.
Since I've been sober my mental health has VASTLY improved. I'm not perfect but so much better than where I was.
If you ever want to talk I'm here for you.5 -
Day one goal met! ONE small glass of wine with dinner. Feel proud this morning.12
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JulieAL1969 wrote: »https://www.self.com/story/hangover-anxiety
Hanxiety- Just read about this online. I have been having anxiety for the last three days- I never felt this way. Even after I worked out, I still felt anxious. I have a propensity for anxiety but always have managed it pretty well, but I can see alcohol exacerbates it. Just working my mind around things today.
@salleewins Congrats on six months! Amazing progress.
Wow, thank you for posting this!!!! I feel like this has been a major problem for me. I am an anxious person by nature, and really think this “hanxiety” (among other factors) has helped to keep me in a low, anxious place. The sleep thing is so spot on too. It all is.
I look forward to how good I’ll start to feel mentally after I have more time alcohol free!5 -
@salleewins You are impressive. Are you going to do anything to commemorate the 6 month mark?
@JulieAL1969 That really sucks about the anxiety. I think like everyone I have had touches of it but it was never 3 days worth. I hate that you love your birthday so much and this was the outcome. Would it be a good idea to plan a fun couple of days to make up for it?
@imfitasacello It is such a good feeling to get that first win. Hopefully it is the first of many.
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Hey folks,
I had many years (11) free from all mood and mind altering substances until 11/11 of 2017. A friend of mine somehow convinced me that eating a marijuana gummy bear was a good idea. It was most definitely not. I forgot how weed made me feel😂😂😂. I’ve been free from alcohol and all other substances for a long time, except thc which has only been 9 months. After years of living a really fulfilling substance free life, I can definitely say that my little expiriment reinforced the reasons for me being clean☺️7 -
I read a book mentioned in this thread that alcohol does exacerbate conditions such as anxiety by masking it temporarily and then as soon as its out of your system, boom you get hit by worse symptoms.7
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Welcome to all and sundry....join us in our journey to mental clarity, physical well being and long beautiful flowing hair8
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@JulieAL1969 Lots of food for thought in the "hangover anxiety story" you referenced. Last eve I watched Craig Beck's video on drinking in moderation & why he doesn't recommend it. Sorry you had a few crappy days, but it definitely sounds like you know what direction you want to go.
Your experience reminds me why I personally cannot even attempt moderation because after the 1st drink all my good intentions go south!! Thank you for your honesty in relating your experience cause you could have done the very human thing by justifying, rationalizing & minimizing, but you shared the raw & unpleasant details. Hoping you are on the mend
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@wynnetf Thanks for sharing your story; I like your comment about being 11 years free from mood and mind altering substances. Well put!
@lorrainequiche59 Thanks for your message. I am back to feeling well again! I figure by telling my tales both positive and negative that I have nothing to lose but everything to gain. I notice we all gain so much from each other. I love reading your story too. And Craig Beck is one of my favorites. He does No sugar coating - that's for sure. Best wishes on your journey. I am inspired by you.
@ErynVee I read that article twice and will read it again tomorrow. I am fascinated how the brain works and how alcohol and drugs does so much more to it than meets the eye. Sounds like you have a great support in your husband. Xo
* One last note before bed: tonight I had some car trouble (minor) and a police car came to see. Before that, I was out with a friend and drank Perrier all night. I was so relieved that I had no alcohol in my system, so there was not a single reason to be worried while I was talking to the cop face to face. No chance for him to smell alcohol on my breath.11 -
Oh yes. I have been looking at something to wear this time for the 6 month mark of being sober. I could not have done it without you guys, AA and God honestly. In AA, I do have a sponsor. I never wanted to be considered an alcoholic, but I surrendered as otherwise I was slowly or quickly dying, drinking as heavily as I was and for all stupid reasons. It seemed I drank for everything. Mad, sad and well anything. I figure no one is perfect. So I have alcohol issues. So what. It is what I do with these issues that counts. So what; I have an addict mind to food. That one I am trying to nail down now.
Gosh darn it. I will win. 10 -
I am glad for you and not drinking before the police came to see you!5
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Why did I know know any of this about anxiety and alcohol, after suffering with it for years?
Hmm, I think if anyone mentioned it, I probably shut my mind to it. I seem much more receptive to information about the downsides of alcohol now I've already stopped! LOL!
Confirmation Bias demonstration! LOL! *tosses long flowing hair*8 -
GardenMama129 wrote: »Famof72015 wrote: »I’ve done horrible. And it’s already half of July 😪 I think one day I have not drank. I have made it a horrible habit. Well it’s never to late, right?!
Absolutely, right! :flowerforyou:
You can do this.
Keep going take one day at a time2
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