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The Daily Check-In for Thursday August 17th - Just for Today, We are NOT Drinking!
(self.stopdrinking)
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.
We welcome anyone who wishes to join in by asking for advice, sharing our experiences and stories, or just encouraging someone who is trying to quit or cut down.
Please post only when sober; you’re welcome to read in the meanwhile.
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.
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!