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The Daily Check-In for Thursday August 17th - Just for Today, We are NOT Drinking!
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this post was submitted on 17 Aug 2023
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This is day one for me. Every night I was drinking over 350ml of vodka/whiskey even though I know it’s not good for my health. So on Sunday I decided that would be my last glass. Monday I tapered with 6 beers then 4 beers on Tuesday, and 0 alcohol on Wednesday. I woke up so proud even if it’s barely one day. But my motivation is to the roof for now. Wish me luck as I know some hard days are waiting ahead.
The first few days are the roughest. We are here for you!!
Thank you for the support
When I quit, I talked to my doctor and was honest with him. That was scary, but I did it. Doctors don't judge you, they want to help you.
I got on an antidepressant, a drug called naltrexone, and was prescribed vitamins that my drinking was keeping my body from absorbing.
I then changed my routine. I drove home from work a different way and to different stores so I would not pass my usual drinking places and liquor stores.
Great job on deciding to cut the poison out of your life.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I can’t wait to talk about alcohol as my past my life like you.
I'm so proud of you!
Thank you stranger, your message comes at the right time. Because during the day I really don’t care for alcohol nor have any urges for it. My demons comes after I finish house chores and put my kids to sleep. Thank you for the motivation.
I'm the same way, it's the evening cool down that is my biggest trigger. I now know that drinking at night actually makes me sleep worse and feel worse, it's not the stress reliever I always thought it was. It's also not a reward for a day well done anymore. Getting out of that mindset does take a little bit. I believe in you, you can do this!