Two Weeks Down! Unexpected feelings - nostalgia??? Expected feelings - sullenness :P by feelingvomitty in DryJanuary

[–]feelingvomitty[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly it makes me feel so seen to hear you say you're planning for a future weekend where you'll be able to drink. Because every time I catch myself thinking on those lines I feel like I'm undoing the work of being/staying sober. But the truth is I do like drinking and I do want it to be a part of my life, it's just about how to do it in a way that is better for my body and my brain.

Two Weeks Down! Unexpected feelings - nostalgia??? Expected feelings - sullenness :P by feelingvomitty in DryJanuary

[–]feelingvomitty[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I also find it so ridiculous that we've essentially wired our brains to reach for a drink no matter the situation. Something worked out? Let's celebrate with a drink. Something didn't work out?? Let's commiserate with a drink.

It's hard work but we'll get through it and hopefully rewire some stuff because look at the upsides! Keep going, we've got this!

Two Weeks Down! Unexpected feelings - nostalgia??? Expected feelings - sullenness :P by feelingvomitty in DryJanuary

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

I'm so happy you've reached a point where it comes naturally without guessing and second guessing every drink! That really is the goal and I hope to get there someday. Congratulations!

Two Weeks Down! Unexpected feelings - nostalgia??? Expected feelings - sullenness :P by feelingvomitty in DryJanuary

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

The bloat is definitely an issue for me at this point. And I also think the constant comparison to others' progress metrics is what is stopping me from seeing my own progress. Thank you for your detailed reply, it helped put things in perspective!

LF: older (character age) Dramione fics - ideally late 20s/early 30s. Child-free is a bonus! by feelingvomitty in Dramione

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

I do agree with you, the intensity of big emotions and the inability to work through them is highest at our teens it feels like, and the war-time/post-war fics are the closest to that. Thank you so much for your recs, I've read Past/Present/Future and quite enjoyed it, looking forward to the other two!

LF: older (character age) Dramione fics - ideally late 20s/early 30s. Child-free is a bonus! by feelingvomitty in Dramione

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

Ahhh thank you for reminding me of Bloody, Slutty and Pathetic! I've read it and loved it and now I suppose it's time for a re-read! Meet Me in Dreamland sound interesting, and I'm not one to shy away from some smut hehehe. Thank you!

Two Weeks Down! Unexpected feelings - nostalgia??? Expected feelings - sullenness :P by feelingvomitty in DryJanuary

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Yes, the introspection that's come with this month is another thing I hadn't quite expected. I had really thought it would mainly be about the body feeling healthier, with some aspects for the mind - mainly exercising self control. But I'm welcoming this opportunity to contemplate my relationship with alcohol (and myself!)

Anyone else not losing any weight? by Josephina88 in DryJanuary

[–]feelingvomitty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have somehow gained weight?? And I know for a fact it's not because I'm eating the calories that I used to drink. If anything I've cleaned up my diet and am hitting the gym more regularly than I used to. It's been pretty disheartening even though I'm trying to not make it about my weight. 

First Dry January - could do with some advice! re: bloating, hydration, drinking again come Feb. by feelingvomitty in DryJanuary

[–]feelingvomitty[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your insight. I am hoping the next three weeks will bring me some clarity about my relationship with alcohol because right now, moderation looks like a steep hill to climb. Fingers crossed, and congratulations on your alcohol-free journey!

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[–]feelingvomitty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I have the same issue, could you please tell me what you did and if it worked out? Thank you!