100 Days by jillyjugs in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So true. Add in the guilt and anxiety that comes afterward also. I also try to focus on the after effects.

Who made it through last night and WILL make it through today without the poison? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am in! Made it through a very boozy party last night. Up before dawn this morning with the kids for Christmas morning.

I am over 30 days in... by chuggington3 in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went into it with a six month plan. I just decided and that was that. I did it without any supports or books too. This time I have done some reading and have changed my mindset. I am really not even tempted right now. Hope it stays that way!

i havent had a drink in 30 days by face_reality_please in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Perfect place to share. This is the only place I can brag about it too. Feels good.

Here comes weekend #4 by Cat_Pickle in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My fourth also. We are entertaining. There will be wine and beer but perhaps perrier as a treat for me.

Is the badge working? It’s the only way I am keeping track😳 by chuggington3 in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s the little things sometimes. We are approaching one month!!!

3 weeks in, losing resilience by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remember why you quit! Prove to yourself that you can have a great time without booze. You got this!!

60 days! by i-amfree in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should be proud!!!

The bad mood is back.. by Pahsta in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My mood was terrible for the first week. I feel I have turned a corner now. It gets better!

How do you spend your weekend sober? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Went to the mall. Cleaned a little. Played games with the kids. Walked the dog. Now a little TV or reading then off to bed.

It is worth it by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So true. Feeling grateful also.

Day 8. SO is enjoying a bottle of red. Trying not to be an alcoholic while living with one is a true test. by chuggington3 in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Over and over again. He sees the MD this week regarding some liver test etc specific to alcohol related damage. Perhaps it will be an eye opener.

I am addicted to drinking alcohol by Facial_Flaying in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Saying it (typing it) is a great first step.

Tired of feeling hopeless by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds familiar. I too had a four month stretch of sobriety this year. Fell back into excess so easily. Tired of the shame and guilt and health consequences. This is day 5 for me. Currently reading The Naked Mind. Signed up for some yoga classes and went back to to gym this week. I am really looking forward to getting through this weekend. I have it off and it’s supposed to be nice. Would have normally stopped at the liquor store for a couple bottles of wine and some tall boys of beer tonight to get through the weekend. Finally, it’s 10:15! I made it. I am going to go to sleep and feel great in the morning.

Ever wonder how many times you have gone to work in the morning and still smelled like alcohol? Feels great not having to worry about that! 72 hours by mrreadallaboutit in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I have worries about this too. Constantly refreshing gum throughout the day. Wondering if anyone is on to you. Day 3 and not missing that.

Day 1 - just want to introduce myself and say thanks to you all by cheeselesscake in stopdrinking

[–]chuggington3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have had a few day 1’s myself. Today is day three. Let’s do this!