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Old 05-13-2014, 06:27 PM
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freshstart57
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I read for hours about addiction and alcoholism during those first few days. I drank a lot of water and ate a lot of fruit, some light meals. I tried to eat very simply, no processed stuff, and supplemented with B vitamins. I was very shaky and jittery, insomnia, night sweats too. After a week I guess, I started to sleep through the night, something I hadn't experienced in years. My digestive system started working again, and then my senses, all my senses, became more acute. It was a very exciting time.

To ease my anxiety, I learned about mindfulness, 'following the breath'. This helped to silence that awful negative self talk, and led to acceptance of all that stuff that was over and done with. Above all of this was the sheer joy and relief of knowing that I didn't have to drink ever again.

CheeseQ and Sobrietea, you two are doing fabulously. This is a real triumph of spirit happening right now. Truly awe inspiring. Onward!
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