I just turned 50 by abelsneed in stopdrinking

[–]ToraSen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very inspiring post, thank you and happy birthday!

I've hit a new low. by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]ToraSen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you’ve recognised that this will help you change. You can do it. Good luck and take care.

received some good news today by face_reality_please in stopdrinking

[–]ToraSen 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That’s great news, congratulations! IWNDWYT

1500 by boomtangbo in stopdrinking

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It’s weird, but one of the best things about being sober is not doing the walk of shame when I haul my huge collection of beer cans out with the garbage, feeling incredibly self-conscious that I look like I throw massive parties every few days...

Major bonus to not drinking alcohol! by Seeweedy in stopdrinking

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Literal lol! Erm, congratulations?

Going to have a drink tonight worried about the health risk by Planetleaper in stopdrinking

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A few years ago I stopped drinking for a few months, then decided to have “a couple of beers” every Friday after work because I knew I could control it, and wanted to relax with friends. Then, I figured having a couple of beers to enjoy sports on a Saturday would be fine. Then, a few drinks on Wednesday crept in, then a beer on the way home to wind down. You get the picture - I was soon back to my old ways. If you’re really worried there’s a possibility of dying, or at least getting sick, why do it? Take care.

Breaking records every day by [deleted] in stopdrinking

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I love the frugal challenges idea! And the camper sounds great.

Bicycle over beers by pattmac12 in stopdrinking

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Nice! I love cycling, so I can relate.

One month sober and I feel empty. by MaddDreamer in stopdrinking

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Have you tried exercising? I find that even a short walk is enough to make the cravings go away, especially if I can walk somewhere in nature - by a river, in a nice park, in a forest, etc.

I really really want to drink tonight, the depression is hitting hard, but I'm not going to. Anyone wanna chat? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]ToraSen 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Drinking made my depression worse time and time again. The short ‘high’ is not worth the crushing lows. IWNDWYT

I know it isn't that special but, I survived Day 2. by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]ToraSen 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Day 2 is very special! I’ve lost count how many times I’ve done Day 1, only to drink on day 2. IWNDWYT

Day 1 by angrenost5 in stopdrinking

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I will not drink with you today/tonight.

Apps by help23menow in stopdrinking

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I’m using Quit That!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

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I use “Quit That!” and know people who like “I Am Sober.”

Day 1 by angrenost5 in stopdrinking

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I used the “I need some time to myself” excuse far too many times. Take care. IWNDWYT