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Old 04-10-2009, 04:41 AM   #51 (permalink)
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Eclipse perhaps it is time to go for out side for help. I'm in the same place as you as well you know and what we are doing clearly isn't working is it?

Today I am sorting out some counselling!
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Old 04-10-2009, 07:25 AM   #52 (permalink)
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Hi guys,

Day 10 today!

I have a great day planned with my kids, followed by some work with my sponsor tonight.

Have a great on everybody!
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Old 04-10-2009, 07:35 AM   #53 (permalink)
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Hello all, I am on day 6 today. It's going ok, craving a bit right now but thats only cause I am stressed out with something. So I thought I would come here with my coffee and read for a bit
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Old 04-10-2009, 08:42 AM   #54 (permalink)
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I hear you, im having some pretty strong cravings right now but If I give in I know i will just feel much worse. So im also reading and posting trying to take my mind off drinking.
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Old 04-10-2009, 09:09 AM   #55 (permalink)
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Day nine and I'm just fine.

Had the thought of buying after my therapy appointment, but I got home without any strong urges or use. Another hourly victory.
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Old 04-10-2009, 09:30 AM   #56 (permalink)
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Hi all... glad to hear people are doing well.

Eclipse, you can do it! We're all in this together... One thing that's helping me right now is the realization of how alcohol really does chemically alter your moods and thoughts. Moreso than just being hungover / bummed that you drank again, it just makes you down and really hinders the chance of having any rational thought.

So with that realization, I decided to put myself on autopilot and work my program while I wait for the imbalance to lessen its grip to the point where I CAN think rationally and make the right decisions.

Don't know if that helps anyone or not, but it's getting me through the day.

Two side notes:

I passed a test last night - sporting event with no beer. Funny how this morning I didn't have to read the paper to hear about the great plays - I could actually remember them this time

And secondly, I LOVE starting to have clear sinuses again. Being able to properly smell/taste after abstaining is so great.

Hope everyone has a great day today!
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Old 04-10-2009, 10:23 AM   #57 (permalink)
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Saxony....
Good to know you are here with us
Well done on your fresh start
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Old 04-10-2009, 10:28 AM   #58 (permalink)
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hi Everyone.....
About cravings .....hope this helps

In early sobriety....
I timed my cravings.

They were 5-7 minutes in duration.
Not too long too endure discomfort
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Soooo....I took action....
Walked...rushed my teeth... Drank cold water...Hard candy

Within 2 weeks...the lessened in both time and intensity.
By 2 or so months .... they vanished.

Now...were they mental or physical?
Darn if I know. Nor do I care.....They were real.

Forward we go...side by side
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Old 04-10-2009, 11:59 AM   #59 (permalink)
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Well since I am having to start over again, I will consider myself a part of the class except I need to start my time tomorrow. I already drank today as part of my tapering off a binge deal. I am feeling better already and I know by tomorrow I will be as good as new.
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Old 04-10-2009, 12:17 PM   #60 (permalink)
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Good to know that the cravings do go away, thanks for that CarolD
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Old 04-10-2009, 02:52 PM   #61 (permalink)
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Day 6

Day 6 and I feel kind of stressed. I'm going to go work out soon so hopefully I'll feel better. It's Friday night and boy would I like a glass of wine. I think today is the hardest. It's really hard because latter tonight my husband will be sitting there with a beer. I guess I just won't be able to be around him tonight. I bought a new book today so I'm going to read that later.

Right now I feel kind of angry...angry that I just can't have a glass of wine.
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Old 04-10-2009, 04:36 PM   #62 (permalink)
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Good to new new members joining us here

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Old 04-11-2009, 01:08 AM   #63 (permalink)
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Hey all, checking in on day 7. I had quite a few moments yesterday when I wanted a drink. They were just thoughts though and I am learning I don't have to act on them. Craves/thoughts is there a difference.....? All I know is if I don't drink they go away, for a while anyway

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Old 04-11-2009, 04:14 AM   #64 (permalink)
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Day 11 here for me, yesterday was really tough for me, had quite strong cravings. This thread reminded me that I cannot waste all the hard work I have done. So I distracted my mind by keeping busy and I made it I was so grateful to wake up with a clear head this morning. Sobriety is awesome.
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Old 04-11-2009, 07:42 AM   #65 (permalink)
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Day 11 here and feeling great.

Keep on keeping on...
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Old 04-11-2009, 07:53 AM   #66 (permalink)
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Nice one bartender, lets do this
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Old 04-11-2009, 07:59 AM   #67 (permalink)
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Day 6 check-in... One more for a week!

Keep it up everyone!

Woke up to the sweet pitter-patter of rain on the roof, with no hangover. So nice
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One day this week

Hi I think that I am going to drink today. Last night I had two nips of 99 Schnapps at 4:30pm and by 7:00pm I was in bed for the night. I had one day of sobriety this week.
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Old 04-11-2009, 12:09 PM   #69 (permalink)
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I'm class of April as well.. woo hoo! Day 6 here.. doing alright but my irritability is driving me mad. Time to go read from my 5 daily affirmation books, ha.

Starryeye, try and take it one day at a time. You saying you think you are going to have a drink today is only going to premeditate it. Keep telling yourself instead that you are NOT going to drink today. One day at a time..
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good job everyone!!! Happy Easter! And Starryeye, I agree, focus on NOT drinking. Don't "allow" yourself permission. Fight this beast! Great going on your 1 day this week. How about you try for 2 or more next week? Keep pushing yourself, is what I'm trying to get at....
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Old 04-11-2009, 04:51 PM   #71 (permalink)
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Day six, here.
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Old 04-12-2009, 08:31 AM   #73 (permalink)
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Hi everyone and Happy Easter!
I need to join the April class too. I'm on day 3 again.
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Old 04-12-2009, 11:33 PM   #75 (permalink)
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Made it through my first week. How did everyone else do?
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