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This is a place to motivate each other to control or stop drinking. It is also a place for non drinkers to discuss and share.

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Who else is staying ethanol -free with me this day Post-Hump? 💜

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[–] Newstart 6 points 1 year ago (7 children)

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.

[–] blenderwig 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] Newstart 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

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.

[–] blenderwig 2 points 1 year ago

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!

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