For Those with Less than 2 Weeks Sober Part 6

[Mariposa18]

Hey Steam and November! Nice to see you guys are doing well =)

[dbauer00]

Day 1.
This is the time. I have no control over alcohol. I want to stop drinking. I've quit before but returned with a fury. I demonstrate all of the signs of alcoholism.

[Mariposa18]

Welcome to SR DBauer~ You can do this. There is a lot of wonderful support and information here. This 2 week thread helped me tremendously, so post as much as needed, we are all here for you.

[dbauer00]

Thanks.
I'm dealing with intense anxiety and some DT. I'll get in bed early and put day-1 behind me.

[downtown3]

bauer this is a great place...good luck to you. I am going on day 9 and it feels wonderful. Being able to relate to so many and hearing so many success stories truly is an inspiration. If so many have already overcome why not us as well? Keep at the good fight and stay strong.

all the best

[Mariposa18]

Downtown~ Congrats on Day 9 =) Keep up the good work and I'll see you on the 15 Day and beyond thread soon!

Stay Strong~

[CarolD]

dbauer00......Welcome to our SR recovery community

When you mentioned D.T.'s I got concerned....

De toxing from alcohol can be dangerous
even if you have done it before.
I hope that your octor is aware of what your doing.

Please don't hesitate to call 911 or go to an ER
in case your symptoms get worse.
Here is information....

This is from my files...from N.I.H.
(United States National Institute of health)


If you plan to stop drinking all at once, you MUST have medical supervision for your detox if any of the following are true for you:

1. If you have a history of blood pressure that is higher than 140/90.

2. If you have used more than a six pack of beer daily, more than six 4 oz. glasses of wine or more than eight ounces (half a pint) of liquor per day for over a year.

3. If you have had prior withdrawal symptoms, such as depression or agitation.

4. If you have ever had seizures for any reason, and in particular if you have had alcohol DT's.

5. If you are using any other (either illegal or prescription) drugs in combination with the alcohol. This particularly includes benzodiazepines such as Valium, Librium or Xanex.

Withdrawal from significant or long standing alcohol use can be a serious process. Keep yourself safe as you make this change. You are taking a very important and brave step.

Withdrawal symptoms can include depression, insomnia, sweating, tremulousness, agitation, irritability, and brain "fog."

Bleeding, swings in blood pressure, convulsions, heart palpitations and hallucinations...means the ER.

Withdrawal usually starts 4-6 hours after the time you usually have your alcohol. If you drink every day at 6:00 PM, you will begin to experience discomfort that evening. If you have been a heavy drinker, your doctor may prescribe short term medication which will minimize the possibility of having seizures during detox.


Glad to see a new member...

[dbauer00]

Thanks Carol. I'm doing better today. Not going to drink. Plan to go to a meeting and get a sponsor. D

[LaDita]

I'm starting Day 8 today. I woke up at three am and could not go back to sleep. Started to cry and then had intense feelings of anger.

I cannot wait until the holidays are over (no money, no one to spend it with) and start the new year. I have a really good feeling about the new year.

[CarolD]

Originally Posted by dbauer00

Thanks Carol. I'm doing better today. Not going to drink. Plan to go to a meeting and get a sponsor. D

...Good for you!
I consider Steps were the beginning of my solid recovery.
A guideline for enjoying my new sober life.

thanks for checking back...

[CarolD]

Originally Posted by LaDita

I'm starting Day 8 today. I woke up at three am and could not go back to sleep. Started to cry and then had intense feelings of anger.

I cannot wait until the holidays are over (no money, no one to spend it with) and start the new year. I have a really good feeling about the new year.

...Well done on your sober days!

I t can relate ..I've been alone for most holidays

Several times...I went to the airport
found service people who were traveling to chat with.

The first year I was sober I volunteered to help
feed the homeless at a church. A lesson in gratitude for me.

I allso up my AA attendance ..includeing the parties!

I too am looking forward to a new year
of joy in recovery.

[dbauer00]

Thanks for the kind words!

Day-2 in the books. I feel much better today. No shakes and much of the anxiety is gone. I found a group that meets early every morning and it's on my way to work. I'll be taking my coffee there.

I want to share a bit of my story.
I've known for many years that booze was at the core of most of my problems. I have attempted to mask my alcoholism with exterior achievements, (e,g,. work, running, school, and things). My wife of 20-years has tolerated me but has also asked me to drink "normally". I DON"T KNOW HOW TO DO THAT. I plan everything around getting drunk. I make sure I don't have to drive. If wine is served, I worry about getting my share. If I don't have work; DRUNK. I'll drink beer, wine, Jack, or whatever else is available. I do most of my drinking at home to avoid trouble with the law. When I travel I drink in my room.
I was once a decent athlete but no more. At 46 my drinking has degraded my health both physically and mentally. I look bad because my health is declining. I know that I must stop. Thanks for your concern. Dave

[gravity]

Originally Posted by dbauer00

I'm doing better today. Not going to drink. Plan to go to a meeting and get a sponsor. D

Good stuff, Dave!

Last December, I got a sponsor, started working the steps and went to my first meeting. Do your best and your life will change dramatically. I feel like a different man, excited about living. It can be done!

[trio313]

this forum and others along with meetings reinforces my strength and faith in god and the program.if I can do this anybody can.I am not full of doom & gloom because I don't use ,I like to be sharp &aware of whays going on around me.
peace

[Mariposa18]

Hi Guys~ Just wanted to stop by and show some support. Keep posting and coming back to this thread as much as you need to the first 2 weeks. It's great support and will help you immensely!

Stay Strong and God Bless~

[CarolD]

trio313 ..Good to know you are making progress
....Welcome!

Please do keep posting here with us
"we are not a glim lot"

[downtown3]

wooo hooo day 10 almost over the 2 week hump feeling great!!

[dbauer00]

Day 3

I awoke feeling rather good today. Energy level is way up. Got a good workout in and accomplished my tasks. Not going to drink today. D

[steamvessel]

Great job everyone. I look forward to you guys joining us on the 30 days and under club once you graduate! http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...art-2-a-5.html (30 Days and Under Part 2)

[Omega Man]

Hey guys and gals!
End of day 11 for me. Feeling better and better. Sleep patterns pretty much back to normal; eating well with a good appetite.

Didn't even think of drinking today, too busy I guess, and then on the way home - wham! Raining, bad traffic, a bunch of idiots that don't know how to drive on wet pavement and I so badly wanted to pull over and get a beer.
Worst cravings that I've had so far - could not get it out of my head.

Took me about an hour and dinner to get past it. Then I started reading the posts on here and went to my Wed; AA meeting. I really needed that meeting. Just got back and I feel a ton better, another day in sober column. Normally I stay away from the coffee but tonight I had a cup and now I'm wired.

Each day seems to get a little better but I keep going back to refresh my memory about how bad I was. I've been down this path before and I'm not going to let the little voice tell me it all OK now and I can drink again.

Have a great day tomorrow and I'll meet you all back here tomorrow night with another notch in our sobriety belt!

[dbauer00]

Your comments help me.

Day 4
Not going to drink today. Lots to do and keeping busy keeps the voice quiet. D

[wibble]

Well done dbauer, stay focused you are doing really well.

[CarolD]

Hi Everyone.....

Each time I returned to drinking after I decided to quit
at least 2 elements of H.A.L.T. were in place.

What is H.A.L.T.?
Don't allow yourself to become overly
Hungry..Angry..Lonely...Tired.

Usually...I can resolve these issues with an AA meeting.


Recovery Really Rocks....keep moving forward

[BrixtonBear]

Hi Carol,

It's so true, I find my own relapses are nearly always caused becoming overly hungry, angry, lonely or tired. I'm struggling again - last thing on Friday, I had a ding-dong with my manager at work, and ended up drinking on Friday evening, with all the usual consequences...

I'm so tired of this cycle of a few days of sobriety, followed by a few days of relapse, followed by a few days of sobriety... I've been reading in the Big Book about how we have to address the underlying problems within ourselves which trigger our drinking, which I guess for me means dealing with low self-esteem, fear of people, resentment, and so on.

Today is day 3 since my last drink, I'm never going to give up, and I'm feeling a bit more hopeful and joyful today



Thanks for letting me share here, I feel very safe here. Well done to everyone!

[least]

Never give up on yourself and your recovery PB. It took me a long time to finally 'get it right' but now I'm moving forward one day at a time and really liking my sober life. You can do it! Never forget where you came from and that you don't want to go back there. You can do this!!