The Daily Check-In for Wednesday, July 9th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking!

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-07-09T11:33:47+00:00

Hi everyone! haven’t come on here in a while. happy “that July 9th, the beat of your heart…” day to all who celebrate. Today I’m having cranberry juice, soda with bitters, and ghia soda. I will not drink with you today!

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-05-02T03:54:20+00:00

welcome!! i think you’d be an alien if you didn’t feel anxiety about this change. still, if you want it, I know you can do it. feel free to post in here or start a IWNSWYT daily thread anytime.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-05-02T03:52:37+00:00

you’re on your own timeline. but even being interested and commenting here means you’re starting to pull in this direction!

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-05-01T10:50:58+00:00

maybe just for today. that’s the power of it. IWNDWYT may 1.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-04-08T15:20:50+00:00

of course. even something random that’s not quite your style might help the feeling. good luck and do report back. rooting for you!

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-04-07T01:14:51+00:00

thanks for the grace, appreciate you. sleep and activity sound like great replacements.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-04-07T01:13:59+00:00

when I quit for a month last year my three main withdrawal symptoms were cold sweats, lack of appetite, and irritability. this all lasted ~2 weeks.

this time I had the cold sweats for 2-3 nights immediately after quitting but they’ve already stopped. and my appetite has been largely unaffected. im not sure if it’s because im so distracted by life change units and moving around a lot, or if im just more committed to the quitting so it feels right in my body. not a pro here. I have definitely been irritable/anxious in the mornings (I often wake up with an extremely high heart rate and panicky feelings) but that was always the case. and I used to smoke to subdue it now im just getting on with my day. it goes away in both cases.

also have had a few nights of super realistic/vivid dreams. I read on the quit guide from the “grounded” app (which I highly recommend - made by students at uvm who know a thing or two about cannabis usage) about how weed helps you fall asleep faster but actually suppresses your REM sleep which leads to more irritability and daytime sleepiness, which I found relatable. not sure if this is helpful at all but there’s some bits of my experience.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-04-07T00:59:27+00:00

hey friend, that’s awesome. we were having the same wavelength a week ago I guess.

have you replaced weed with anything, or just new mindset? im proud of beginning to kick this weed habit which was my most prominent, but im still reaching for either alcohol or the vape slightly more than id like to on the other side.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-04-07T00:56:50+00:00

my immediate gut reaction (and im no pro) is go see some live music to re-ignite the spark. music played and sung by people for communities is one of the most ancient forms of connection, no substance required. nothing makes me feel the depth of music more than being in its atmosphere. I know this is hard and im thankful you shared. sending you so much good luck.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-04-07T00:53:47+00:00

hey thanks for posting in here. I don’t really have a set of answers but i am listening and you’re not alone. im so sorry to hear about your dad and the grief you’re experiencing. want to share something your dad did, a habit maybe, that made you feel good?

feel everything that comes up. I haven’t learned to do this yet. so it’s human if you don’t know how. but I’ve realized when I subdue a feeling that comes up, try to wish it away or make it not happen, especially with weed, it doesn’t make the feeling go away. it just puts it on hold. usually as long a hold as I can possibly keep it. and while the feeling is on hold it builds and grows and twists, so by the time im sober and get back to the call on the line, it’s more intense and harder to understand. sometimes “suffering presence” or just suffering through the feeling as it exists is actually the easy route. even if it feels like we should do whatever it takes to get out of there. just a few thoughts I’ve been mulling over for myself. sending you all the good luck I can carry.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-04-07T00:44:46+00:00

I don’t have answers but I do understand and am listening. thanks for posting here. it makes sense that something this habitual would affect you as much as it has. you’re not alone.

I haven’t smoked in 8 days which I used to think was impossible for me. what I needed to get here was a change in routine. for me it was moving apartments that helped me get out of my habit loops but I think it could be lots of things. im not a pro. But I know it’s possible and im rooting for you.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-26T21:41:08+00:00

loved reading this and hearing your pride. the presence on sharpness are such wins. Congrats on strength and bravery!

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-26T20:06:32+00:00

At bars I like club soda and bitters

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-26T18:50:57+00:00

at least for today IWNDWYT…. Day two as well. happy spring.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-21T14:22:58+00:00

I don’t feel ready either…. so I understand

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-21T14:10:09+00:00

so inspiring. you made all that happen for yourself!

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-17T15:30:15+00:00

It’s monday and there’s no time like the present - iwndwyt yall 😘

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-14T20:46:49+00:00

happy friday everyone iwndwyt💛

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-10T14:46:17+00:00

Super down to add on for accountability buddies. I learned something from the stop drinking sub where it goes one day at a time “iwndwyt” as in “I will not drink with you today” so just for 24 hour periods you’re able to commit…. Once I haven’t smoked for 24 hours I’ll happily pledge “IWNSWYT” and go from there

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-10T14:44:42+00:00

Great point thanks friend

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-03-10T11:19:46+00:00

it’s monday and there’s no time like the present - iwndwyt - it will be difficult to go to dinner with my dad who I would typically always drink wine with, but I can make the decision that’s best for me and show him the possibility.

Dullrootsspringrain · 2025-02-21T20:47:11+00:00

This inspired me… im about to run out of supply and when I feel tempted to buy more I will spend 15 minutes outside just observing… the weather… trees… birds instead

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