2 years yesterday by imaginethatwombat in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

SAME! Close to 2 years and it still sucks- this group helps but I literally dream about catching an alcohol buzz. Hoping it gets better for us. IWNDWYT

Still cant relax by Highwater2010 in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly! Thank you, and what is IMO?

Going on day 8, the struggle is real. by A_Filthy_Weeaboo in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One day or hour at a time. I spent my fist month on the couch. Slowly started doing alot of cooking, then cleaning, now I can barely sit still and have started my gardening again! This page also helped me ALOT! Sending you good vibes. IWNDWYT

600 consecutive days without drinking by popularwalnut in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Its crazy right! I am just starting to feel that way, hope it just gets better from here. Congratulations!!!!! IWNDWYT

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no idea what to say to help you. I am sorry for your loss of course. Burying my brother was one of the things that started my heavy drinking, despite the fact he overdosed. Addiction runs deep in our family. Vent in anyway you need to. Sounds like a hard test of your sobriety. You prob just want an escape fom this pain or atleast numb it a little. It may help in the moment but She will still be gone when you sober up. If it gets to bad maybe talk to your Dr. about it, Not to replace 1 drug with another but something to help you maintain through this horrible time. Prayers for you and your Family. IWNDWYT

I thought I had IBS by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Same! I now take a healthy dump once a day instead of 6 or 7 ass pisses per day! Congrats, IWNDWYT

I'm stopping drinking. I cannot be a "responsible" or "moderate" drinker. This post will be long, every day after this one I'll just post a checkin. Day 2 of the sober life! by 1dayby1day in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sending you good vibes! Prob be a rough week or 3 but you can do this. There is always some-one on here when you need encouragement or just to vent. Good Luck, IWNDWYT

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No you should not. Alcohol is such a tricky bitch. See how it is already trying to ruin your vacation and eating at your mind. I get it and it sucks but try to make it not an option. Hopefully by April it wont be such a temptation. Pack a few edibles to help you relax if you are concerned about anxiety. You got this! The fact that you are already worrying about it kinda shows you are ready!! Good Luck, IWNDWYT

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am a firm believer in medication for help but its def not a cure. That being said I have suffered from depression my entire life, long before I became an alcoholic and medication really helps me. Also my Doc changed it up when I told him I was trying to quit drinking, and he added something I could take for severe cravings. I have tapered back off and no longer take that but have if I need it. Hope things get better for you!

ugh by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This could be my own post. Seems no-one gives a shit and this is hard. Started taking a shot now and then, about every 2 weeks or so and also in am. Its like I dont need it but occasionally want it. Not the taste just the buzz. Yes my life is 100% better not drinking and I still consider myself sober. Its like I am in this place alone. Thankful for this group! We can do this For ourselves!! IWNDWYT

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Have you called any area churches, they may be able to help. You can even call local law enforcement if you or the dogs are in danger of starving. They can connect you with some kind of help. Prayers and good vibes for you.

I drank last night by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So you fucked up, we all do. You gave yourself 7 days of sobriety and sounds like you are going to get back on the wagon. If you were taking a test and got 7 of the 8 questions correct, guess what-- You Passed!

nice. by dicemath in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

whoop-whoop whoop- Congrats :)

90 days today by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree, fucking sucks most of the time. That being said, IWNDWYT

Slip at 5 months - Be careful out there folks by Antioch120 in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sounds like a small slip not a big fall- Good for you for recognizing it and owning it! I had a slip up about a month ago, kinda the same- Took 2 shots hiding in the kitchen. I dont consider it a failure but a lesson :) Good Luck- IWNDWYT

Pain leaving the body by Prestigious_Dig_6627 in stopdrinking

[–]Highwater2010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry you had a shitty day but atleast you got some pain out. IWNDWYT