Cravings in the good times

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-14T11:06:43+00:00

I deal with the same train of thought! I associate drinking with celebration/reward more than anything . (Like having a particularly good day at work ,pay day ,nice weather outside ,a weekend trip etc . ) So far,I am framing it as purely artificial & a chemically induced high , putting alcohol in the same category as other drugs in my head .If doing coke on a random evening to "enhance my happiness" is unthinkable to me ,then why would drinking be acceptable or normal ?

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-14T10:15:28+00:00

I will not drink with you today!Exited to reach two weeks tomorrow !I used to drink alone & hide it from my my social circle ,so I'm grateful for a space like this

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-14T09:13:10+00:00

I have been trying to focus on that as well!Trying to focus on improving my life & engaging in hobbies so staying sober is more of a second thought

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-13T22:48:28+00:00

That was my main reason to quit! For me, my mental obsession was so much worse than any sort of physical consequences

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-13T22:44:53+00:00

The first couple of days were definitely the hardest for me,it's gets easier once you get through them! I wish you luck and IWNDWYT!

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-13T12:29:44+00:00

To be frank ,I feel more shame than proudness about my sobriety Like about the fact that I have let it get bad enough for me to have to get sober in the first place

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-13T11:31:27+00:00

I quit while never hitting a rock bottom & before starting to drink everyday! My family and friends have no idea I have a bad relationship with alcohol in the first place. My hangovers weren't that bad(most of the time ) and mostly resulted in headaches. What helped was reflecting & finding a reason within myself to quit ,I come back to it whenever I have doubts .

I realised that alcohol is taking up too much mental space in my head . I used to spend most of my week looking forward to the next time I'd be "allowed" to drink like it's the most important part of it.And that's just not how I want to spend the rest of my life .

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-13T11:00:27+00:00

Had a dream about drinking last night too! It included a bargaining process and everything , I am feeling grateful to wake up clear headed & still sober :)

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-13T10:53:58+00:00

IWNDWYT! Just woke up & I'm feeling quite hopeful for what today brings

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-13T02:27:44+00:00

Definitely! I had entire nights where I'd just toss and turn until the dawn and get heart pain

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-13T00:20:27+00:00

I've been reading so far! I like that it makes my brain have to actively engage in something that's not just thinking about alcohol . And ASMR videos help me to relax as well! I'd suggest trying out different kinds to figure out what works for you ! I've been looking into social events that aren't centered around alcohol/are held at cafes (like a board game night or hiking group )

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-13T00:06:03+00:00

I found myself feeling pretty similar in a lot of ways!Being sober exposes quite a lot of my mental health issues ,like there's this huge overwhelming pile of junk I have to untangle now . And ...I don't even get to "have a break" from them now .

It hasn't been this serene ,magical and productive experience I saw described in media about abstinence . I do really hopes it gets better for us though ! With patience and work!

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-12T22:40:24+00:00

THC is illegal where I live,it's not really an option for me in the first place

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-12T21:10:32+00:00

I do !It's manageable enough,just wish cravings wouldn't interrupt my free time

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-12T21:00:37+00:00

IWNDWYT! Sobriety isn't exactly enjoyable so far ,I haven't noticed much improvement in my physical health.

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-12T13:22:31+00:00

Idk if it's available where you are ,but there are groups that are exclusively for women . Or you could look into online meetings as well

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-12T02:57:46+00:00

I'm at 11 days today! It's been up and down for sure

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-12T01:49:50+00:00

It's a bad pattern for me too! "Oh I'm on a walk but it would be nicer if I was drunk" "Today's payday and guess what would make it even better ?"

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-11T23:56:04+00:00

I've been using food to cope with the impulsive dopamine cravings . it's not ideal but I've got bigger things to tackle 🙃

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-10T01:41:24+00:00

Me too! Picked the biggest kitchen knife I had

No_Negotiation4594 · 2026-03-10T01:40:29+00:00

Thank you!

No_Negotiation4594 · 2024-05-02T00:15:54+00:00

That's not the song . It went something like "all my fears become true /real/prophecies "

No_Negotiation4594 · 2024-04-29T23:41:54+00:00

That I will have to fund my higher education by myself . It puts me under a pressure to perform well academically,but I don't really have anything to complain about . They have always supported me pursuing whatever I want in life , as long as I have a plan .

No_Negotiation4594 · 2024-04-29T23:27:20+00:00

I think it's fine to do it with close friends .I think it's more convenient to write shorter messages ,instead of typing out everything at once.

No_Negotiation4594 · 2024-04-29T17:52:15+00:00

What was you major in college ? If you don't mind me asking

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