Hi I'm Mike. I'm 31 years old from the UK, and I am a binge drinker. Today I have decided to stop drinking completely. For many years I have got so drunk on nights out and social gatherings that I have ruined relationships, got in trouble with the law, caused physical damage to my self (broken bones, damaged liver and even a bleed in my brain). I have made a fool of myself on many occasion. I was doing ok until I came to Australia back packing, although it has been a fantastic experience, it has had a negative effect on me in terms of drinking. My drinking is progressing from binge drinking to a full blown alcohol problem. I met an amazing girl whom I have been with for a year now and she is starting to get concerned about my drinking, and how I get a bit arrogant and aggresive when I'm drunk. We soon plan to return to the UK to settle down and get our own place. I have an awful feeling inside that drinking is gonna ruin everything. My social skills are basically based on drinking so when I socialise without alcohol im awkward and get pretty bored, hopefully this is something that will pass. Has anyone got any advice for me? Any info would be greatly appreciated
Mike.