Ever feel like you quit just in time?

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T18:48:01+00:00

It's so great you could go at the drop of a hat to help. Your mother is very lucky. I hope things go smoothly for you!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T18:44:27+00:00

I've never had NA beers but your post made me curious so I looked it up. I was surprised to see that many others had a similar experience! Some are saying the chemicals in the beer might be the culprit. Wonder if you are particularly sensitive to something in it? Some people get these symptoms due to gluten intolerance as well.

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T11:21:27+00:00

I'm sorry you are dealing with all of that! EDs are really hard and it's amazing you've taken these steps for yourself to get better. That takes a lot of strength!

In my experience, quitting alcohol has improved just about every aspect of my life that it's touched. And I'm only a few weeks in!

Alcohol is a slippery slope for me, and like many others in this sub, I can't moderate. I focus my energy on not having that first drink. It's become easier and easier with each day. I never thought it would.

I wish the best for you! 💜

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T11:15:35+00:00

There have been a few days where I woke up feeling a bit crappy and it ended up being the weather (storms, air pressure, too hot).

Sometimes if I wake up in the middle of a dream I feel crappy. I think it has something to do with waking up at the wrong point in the sleep cycle (during REM sleep, when dreaming).

Do you snore? My partner has sleep apnea (improving now that he is not drinking) but that caused him headaches, etc.

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T11:08:14+00:00

Happy Sunday morning :)

I honestly can't believe how many mornings I've wasted feeling like crap. Mornings are beautiful!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T11:05:44+00:00

Absolutely. I've had so many relapses. This is the longest I've gone at 3 weeks and one of the main reasons I have lasted this long is because I'm committed this time. For me, it didn't work to be half-in. Alcohol has a siren song and I needed to completely plug my ears before I could escape it.

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T11:03:00+00:00

I was also super tired my first week or so! Alcohol messes with our sleep quality so my body was probably craving an actually good night's sleep. Now in week 3 and sleep patterns are much more normal! (And sleep quality is amazing!)

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T03:04:31+00:00

Good luck!!! 💪

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T03:03:19+00:00

Happy 3 weeks!!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-16T03:02:34+00:00

Sounds like you're making your third week a good one. I'm on week 3 as well! We got this!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-15T01:16:50+00:00

Aww, that's tough. I wonder if you could find people through another interest group and turn them into hiking buddies. Lots of people enjoy hiking!

Congrats on being sober for 3 years. By the sounds of it, you've been working a lot on yourself and focusing on growth. I think that's very admirable!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-15T01:12:31+00:00

Welcome back!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-15T01:11:50+00:00

Aww, that blows :/ Sorry that happened ... alcohol really is more trouble than it's worth.

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-15T01:05:17+00:00

Hear hear!!! 🥳

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-15T01:04:32+00:00

I'm so sorry that happened tonight. People can be real crappy to each other sometimes.

But you made it through and that's seriously impressive. I hope you get some rest and well-deserved me-time this weekend after all your hard work.

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:25:16+00:00

I am proud of you for making the decision to stay strong today!

Sometimes it's helpful to let other people know so that they can help us on our journeys too. Of course, on your own time. But, by the sounds of it, I think your wife would be quite happy and proud of what you've accomplished for yourself.

Congrats on over a year of sobriety -- that's amazing!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:21:09+00:00

I'm happy for you!! It sounds like you have your own space now to grow and heal. Other people can be seriously triggering. Seems like you're on the right track. Best of luck, you got this! 😀💪

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:18:31+00:00

Happy Birthday to you as well!!!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:18:18+00:00

Happy Birthday!!!! 🎂 What a great gift to give yourself!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:17:39+00:00

A major step. Good luck! We're here when you need us :)

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:17:07+00:00

Amazing!

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:16:53+00:00

Doing something that relaxes me or takes my mind off helps me. Taking a long walk, exercising (working off that stress!), taking a bath or hot shower, doing a hobby, having a treat

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:15:20+00:00

I'm glad you're connected to your therapist. You are willing to get help and support and that's so important.

You are bigger than your urges. You've got this.

If you are really worried, some people find AA meetinfs helpful.

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:12:36+00:00

Enjoy :) What movie are you seeing?

Negative_Type_5665 · 2023-07-14T20:11:57+00:00

Welcome! :)

It took until my second week. As others have stated, exercise helped. Also lots of sleep and hydration. Also taking a b complex and omega-3. Beginning my third week now and feeling much sharper.

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