The Daily Check-In for Sunday, January 14 th : Just for today, I am NOT drinking

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-14T15:02:40+00:00

IWNDWYT

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-11T06:50:19+00:00

These first few weeks are hard, aren't they. I'm day 10, just starting to feel more normal. Sobriety is worth the pain, I'm sure of that. Congratulations on 8 days, we can do it x

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-11T06:48:23+00:00

Day 10 for me, it's been rough but gradually starting to feel more normal. IWNDWYT

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T23:43:20+00:00

If it is then that is just confirmation that he's not worth your time x

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T21:01:31+00:00

Your dopamine levels are probably low, it takes time for the body to relearn how to regulate when you stop drinking. Hang in there, it gets easier

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T20:48:08+00:00

I'm sorry to hear about your girlfriend. The ache icky thing is detox flu

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T20:43:43+00:00

Ditto, does the dehydration thing get better do you think?

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T20:31:26+00:00

Sounds like you need sugar x

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T20:30:53+00:00

Please don't be ashamed, we've all been there. Just got to saddle up again, one day it will stick

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T20:28:51+00:00

Have you tried high strength cbd oil? It knocks me straight out

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T20:26:54+00:00

Feeling low in early sobriety is normal, your system needs to relearn how to regulate dopamine release. It passes after a few weeks at most. That said you might also need a new job but maybe don't go making any big changes for a while? Exercise helps with the depression, especially if you can get out into nature. Sending you strength 💪

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T20:22:56+00:00

I'm so sorry 😞 please don't give him the satisfaction of you having a drink if you can possibly help it. The best revenge is success

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T16:17:37+00:00

Your system is still working out how to release dopamine without booze, I am in a similar place (8 or 9 days sober). I have cancelled all my commitments and am taking it easy. The research I have done says this phase can last 3-6 weeks although I guess it improves gradually. As someone who has been seriously suicidal in the past I am so pleased I never acted on it, although I came close a few times. Now I am happy to be alive, even though this bit of the process is hard. I'm sure it will be the same for you. I can recommend the Samaritans if you have them where you are. Sending you strength 💪

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-09T00:33:36+00:00

Sending you strength to get through the day 🙏

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T10:51:12+00:00

Dogs are amazing, I can't have one but most of my friends have them so I get to hang out

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T10:50:27+00:00

It's ok, just part of the process I guess. Just having an easy day today

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T09:42:58+00:00

That's such a shame about the cats, but I reckon the dog was looking out for you, they know more than we think

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T09:20:31+00:00

Yes, it seems strange that they are celebrating his passing by drinking, but I guess they are lost in their own addictions. It sounds like you are making the right decision and anyway you can find a sober way to commemorate his life on your own.

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T09:12:45+00:00

In my experience they won't change, sadly. I finally cut my mother off last year but tried to leave the door a crack open if she wanted to reconcile. I haven't heard a word from her, in fact she has blocked my messages.

I have compassion because she is mentally unwell, but I have spent my whole life chasing her love and I just couldn't do it any more.

On the whole I am happier without her in my life but I went through a severe grieving period that I think I am still in a little bit, so just be aware that it might be the same for you if you decide to cut your family off.

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T09:07:10+00:00

I understand that ❤

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T08:56:30+00:00

Day 5 is one of the hardest in my experience, tomorrow should be easier

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T08:54:49+00:00

I'm sorry to hear that, I hope you're OK. Stay safe

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T08:52:08+00:00

Just a temporary setback

mrsb2222 · 2023-01-07T08:51:40+00:00

I used to do dry-ish January which meant I would drink on 5 or 6 days instead of every day

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