LESS Alcohol ~ SEPTEMBER 2024 ~ One Day at A Time

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  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 2,013 Member
    xbowhunter wrote: »
    I have been alcohol free for 10 days now. :)

    A few observations.
    sleeping way better. I wake up before the alarm.
    Energy is way up during the day. Fatigue is gone.
    Less bloating.
    Cravings for empty calorie food and mindless snacking is gone.
    I have dropped 5lbs.
    Anxiety is gone. I feel calmer and more relaxed with myself.
    I seem to have more time on my hands. :)
    My overall senses are firing on all cylinders.

    My wife said to me last night "you will drink again I don't think you can do it" normally this would have set me off but for some reason I found this to be motivating, and I accept the challenge! lol

    This is my second go around to quit the habit.

    I initially wanted to do a 90 day challenge but I have made the decision to make this a permanent change. The people in my life will either have to accept it. If they can't accept it, then I guess that's the end of our relationship. :)

    I love how you were like “Challenge accepted!” Great to hear being AF is making such a difference for you.
  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 2,013 Member
    Low alcohol wine is really working for me. Even a 6oz glass is still not quite one normal glass, so that’s a LA win for me. I’m sleeping much better too. Sticking to one glass of the low alcohol wine is a bonus!

    So my new favorite Starborough’s Starlight Sauvignon blanc. Better price point than the Decoy (which I still love), and more readily available. But- with the regular one on sale, it was more expensive! Grrr. But, I just spent the extra $2 and moved on.

    I had two glasses of regular wine on Wednesday night, which caused sleep disturbances. So, when out, I really need to stick to one glass. Two is just a little too much.
  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 2,013 Member
    @MissMay, thanks for setting up October! Glad you’re ok with the hurricane.

    @xbowhunter so happy for you! Your positive energy is very motivating.

    @SurferGirl1982 wow, the story of you being hospitalized is terrifying! Yeah, nip that in the bud as best you can, safely, of course.
  • chicbuc
    chicbuc Posts: 781 Member
    What SparkSpringtime said, SurferGirl. You are getting a little closer each day. It's hard to kick a YEARS long habit in a few short months. Do what you can to even cut back a little when you can. Hang in there!
  • tmbg1
    tmbg1 Posts: 1,634 Member
    17 AF
    10 A
  • globalhiker
    globalhiker Posts: 1,964 Member
    @NonnieDoiron you're the cleaning/baking/cooking triathlete! Add shopping :) Curious to hear what you'll make. Will you have non-alcoholic drinks?

    Usually my guests are my grown kids and their fiancee or the girlfriend of the month. Half the gang doesn't drink since they have a long drive back and the other half drinks like fish. Usually, I buy tequila and a few different wines and usually one of them brings the latest bourbon in fashion or whatever. I'll probably intentionally only buy alcohol I dislike (rum) because if I buy tequila, I may tempt myself and drink it. I will have to plan out what I will drink though. I'm contemplating breaking out the blender and going all out making at least 2 types of not mocktails, one fruity and one not sweet. I have to get up to speed on the latest mocktail recipes.
  • RubyRed427
    RubyRed427 Posts: 4,547 Member
    SurferGirl1982 wrote: »
    @RubyRed427 That must be hard abstaining when everyone else is drinking. I know what you mean about having another Day 1. Day 1's are hard to achieve and usually aren't that pleasant either!

    Thanks Surfer girl! <3
  • SparkSpringtime69
    SparkSpringtime69 Posts: 1,448 Member
    edited September 2024
    globalhiker wrote: »
    28 AF days and day 29 is here. Saturday I ran into a "trigger" moment. I felt a mild desire to buy wine on Saturday after I did a double class at the gym on an empty stomach and stopped by the Albertsons supermarket to pick up fruit. The urge got stronger when I went to reach for organic red grapes and next to them in my visual field of course was a wine display. And the wine was cheaper than the grapes. Normally I would've fallen for it but instead I picked up diet doctor pepper (I know, a bunch of chemicals), diet A&W (more chemicals) and Soleil brand fizzy water in cans, mix of Mango flavor and some Cucumber Melon. I had a soda when I got home and all was well. Craving ended.

    Kinda wish my local politicians would work to control the number of unnecessary wine displays dispersed within supermarkets. Like we don't need 5-10 wine bottle displays scattered throughout the store. This produces temptations in people trying to improve their health. Be respectful and just keep the booze to one aisle at the back of the store please.

    Happy I am not drinking though. Very happy :)
    xbowhunter wrote: »
    Good morning my LA friends! :)

    Happy Sunday!

    I survived 2 get gatherings where alcohol was flowing and Friday felt a little tempted but I stayed true to myself and I am proud to say I didn't cave to the peer pressure. One more event today but I feel confident I can be alcohol free again today.

    AF - 17
    A - 11

    You're both doing great! It's very inspiring to read about your temptations and ultimate successes.
  • KarinSanden
    KarinSanden Posts: 52 Member
    SurferGirl1982 wrote: »
    SparkSpringtime69 wrote: »
    Thanks @surfergirl1982, Unfortunately I didn't get a third day into that streak :/

    @KarinSanden Very impressive numbers! Keep up the good work!

    Thank you, it is not so impressive as I don't have much of a problem with alcohol. Sweets is my problem and my results with that is not as successful. :neutral:

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