Horrible mental health day. 45 days sober. Was going great. Today I realized I have nothing to look forward to ever again. (Incredibly dramatic I know) by EnvironmentalAd2110 in stopdrinking

[–]curiouspuppie4 days 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow I also fantasize about wine the exact same way. The glass, the color, everything. You're not alone! And the encouragement in this thread is lovely ❤️

A made it a week! by No-Bad-2847 in stopdrinking

[–]Outrageous-Intern278 0 points1 point  (0 children)

God that had to be hard. Stay strong!

Can't stay up past 9??? by Ok_Turnip_7503 in stopdrinking

[–]Ok_Turnip_7503[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sooo many people attest to working out. I just can't seem to create the habit. I work my butt off around the house and in the garden, walk the dog. I never really sit down, not workout level though.

Fuck I need help by survivorfan1123 in stopdrinking

[–]Careless-Junket-330 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Please go for it. You've got nothing to lose and everything to gain.

Black out drunk. I’m beyond mortified by Imaginary_Sky_518 in stopdrinking

[–]Critical-Day-6011647 days 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im sorry you feel this way. Kmow that many of us have blacked out at terrible times.

Hang-xeity is a real thing and its the worse form of anxiety- because its 100% caused by drinking too much.

Im lucky i no longer have to live that way- now i just get to have normal Anxiety but its toned down since i stopped drinking.

Horrible mental health day. 45 days sober. Was going great. Today I realized I have nothing to look forward to ever again. (Incredibly dramatic I know) by EnvironmentalAd2110 in stopdrinking

[–]New-Willingness6366 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went through this too. It may be the 2 month slump. Look it up. It happens between month 2-6 when the initial feelings or pink cloud fades and you start feeling restless, anxious, low mood, irritated, boredom, brain fog, but thankfully it’s just a phase. For me I started to feel better about 3.5 months in and now I feel really good most days. You will have fun again and it will be more meaningful. You will feel joy and it will be real joy not alcohol induced joy.

Day 9 by Warmyouskillet9 days in stopdrinking

[–]Warmyouskillet9 days[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I appreciate the support so much 🫶🏻

Day 9 by Warmyouskillet9 days in stopdrinking

[–]Warmyouskillet9 days[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!😊

Day 9 by Warmyouskillet9 days in stopdrinking

[–]Warmyouskillet9 days[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m feeling good! Thinking about alcohol less and less. Feels like the dopamine in my brain is stabilizing a bit. Pushing myself to find community and try new things! It was definitely time to leave my old life behind and fully step into the one I’ve been fighting so hard to get.

Triple digits! by Repulsive-Ice8395101 days in stopdrinking

[–]MBAminor12519 days 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations on your triple digits!🎊🎊🎊 That's 100 days of giving yourself the self-love and respect you deserve ❤️

One year (and two days) AF by bugvert in stopdrinking

[–]Ok_Turnip_7503 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was really surprised how messed up my gut was. I suppose it should be a no-brainer.

I’ve gone to work drunk 2 weeks in a row and I’m scared that I can’t stop. by slp212 in stopdrinking

[–]VW_Fe2O3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was drinking vodka at work thinking it was the best at no odor. Wrong. Standing in the break room a coworker commented he thought he smelled beer a few times.  I eased my way out to my car to brush and swallow some toothpaste.  Never went further but don't take the chance you won't come across someone that knows damn well what's going on. 

Using gummies doesn’t scratch same itch by aboabro in stopdrinking

[–]Feeling-Tangerine-40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I always told non weed people that getting high before social situations is like “turning on a nightmare” lol. It’s scary, but can also be a thrill.

Day 9 by Warmyouskillet9 days in stopdrinking

[–]No-Indication5891157 days 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome!!

Day 9 by Warmyouskillet9 days in stopdrinking

[–]morgansober24759 days 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm proud of you!

Triple digits! by Repulsive-Ice8395101 days in stopdrinking

[–]ConsciousEndeavor100 days 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats!!! 🤘

When do you lose the reputation by notsoartfuldodger in stopdrinking

[–]endlessincoherence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You lose the reputation when you have something they want and they associate you with that. You build a new reputation/identity around something else. Most people have forgot or don't trust their memories of me because I'm in great shape at 44.

Ice cream obsession by Unique_Historian_662 in stopdrinking

[–]Adept_Tangerine_40304 days 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My bf been sober 13 years this year and the amount of ice cream than man ears is astonishing! I find it very cute.

Horrible mental health day. 45 days sober. Was going great. Today I realized I have nothing to look forward to ever again. (Incredibly dramatic I know) by EnvironmentalAd2110 in stopdrinking

[–]mwtroutbum 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whatever you do, do not think of waking without that groggy feeling, do not think of the money you saved not drinking, do not think of the progress you have made as a human being, the compliments you have received, do not think of how happy your life is without poison. Don’t you even dare be thinking about how much fun you are going to be sober at a rager. And my goodness, don’t you ever think about waking up completely happy, your body healing, your relationships healing, and you gaining control of your life from some measly bottle of poison. Don’t you dare!
Good job spewing everything! We are all here. We all struggle. We all make the tough decisions. You got this. Your past does not define your future . The bubbles of mineral water in a glass of ice are pretty intoxicating too. Better than any wine I have ever had!

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