I'm entering weekend #3 without drinking, so I think I'm slowly learning how to live a sober life one step at a time. As far as physical improvements, I've had chronic hives since November of last year, and I've had to take allergy medication every 24 hours. Perhaps it's a coincidence, but it's been 3 days now with no signs of hives (I'm keeping my fingers crossed!). I'm thinking the drinking threw off my immune system and caused the hives, but the dermatologist simply said they have no idea what causes it.
Like everyone else, I'm planning my weekend activities to keep busy. I'm also doing some techniques where I visualize certain triggers (wife leaves for the afternoon, argument, stress), and how I'm going to cope with these situations without resorting to alcohol. Hopefully these techniques can help me rewire my brain and habits for the better.