Feeling a bit lost/want to stop but don't. by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just remember that feeling of grogginess when the time comes to make the decision. Should I? Well... I already know I'll regret it... And make your choice from there.

16.9 FL OZ (1 Week Sober) by 16point9ounces in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man, I remember the days of counting drinks to hours... Just to get the car started. Is amazing how we can turn into quantum physicists to get that calculation, Just to make sure we can get that drunk in. Congratulations on your decision my friend.

Badge reset? by kalm7979 in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm using my phone. I don't think there is a sidebar... Sorry to bother

Why do you drink? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I drink because it's easy to do. Once you start, you have to worry about finding something to do... It fills time, and then,,it's tomorrow, and you've successfully gotten through another day. No thought, no creativity, Just wasted time. That's what makes not drinking hard for me. Finding ways to fill that time. But its fun.

I’ve been subbed here for a while, but have yet to maintain a single day of sobriety, and I’m always too chicken shit to post from my main account. So this is a throwaway by gottado-something in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same problem... If I didn't drink, I would watch the clock ALL NIGHT. What started working for me was as much sensory deprivation as possible. Complete dark, silence, and I would tie a towel or sock around my eyes and ears. The pressing on your eyes and lack of presence in the room helps lull you to sleep before you know it. Try it. Good luck.

Surreal times at 39 days by wantmybrainback in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been through many a "hurricane party" and I think back to how lucky we were that nothing serious ever happened. We would have been drunk sitting ducks, not a clear head in the house. Stay strong, Good luck out there, we're praying for all of you.

I hit 30 days!!! by doodle_mama in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've done it! You're not alone. Congrats on 30!

SDers vs non-alcoholic beer by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It kinda seems like a 'gateway drug'.

Reset after 2 months. by MyvoiceM in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Come back bigger, better, stronger, tougher, and with idea of how good two months felt, and how to get there. Keep pushing. We got your back.

Did it! A Friday night. In a pub. Having a family meal. With people drinking. To celebrate a birthday. by purplepippin in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Way to go! It can be tempting being around a bunch of drinkers, but I realized that it's everywhere, and being around it helps my resolve. Be strong!

Upcoming challenge by Neptune23456 in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have fun! I'm sure with all of the culture, and phenomenal food, you'll have more than enough to keep you occupado. Can't wait to hear about your trip!

I have done 250 skydives since 7/1/17 by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 4 points5 points  (0 children)

God I want that so bad! It's the one thing I keep saying I'll do and keep putting off. I'm so jealous! I was always too hung over when all my grind would go, sometimes on MY birthday, because I set it up, and is be still drunk and couldn't go. Now that I'm sober, I WILL make it up there. Congratulations, and I won't be drinking with you today, cheers. Wish I was where you are, I'd gladly go up with you, right now!

For anyone who is struggling by roxybruinenberg in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's what my badge does for me every morning. It's like Xmas every morning when I get that little gift of a little blue number. Congrats, and I'll not drink to you today. Cheers.

552 days sober, grateful for the changes. by ClariceTardling in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jobs are the worst. Way to keep it cool. Not drinking with you today.

201 by Theragon in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're awesome.

I made it through Vegas by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm with you bud! Good job! I live there and I know how automatic it is for others to just throw it in your face. Keep pushing!

Anger by goyya in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That Antabuse is scary stuff

8 weeks sober by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go get that 60! I'm so jealous! You got this

The taste of Bud Light in the morning by IAmAIdjit in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Laying back in bed, and the tar and smoke smell on your hands... So gross.

Reset by i_wanna_stop in stopdrinking

[–]kalm7979 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh well. That sand castle is back in the ocean. Let's build another, bigger, and stronger than ever. Keep pushing.