Originally Posted by tornrealization

I’d just like to add that after awhile and the timeframe is different for everyone, the mind racing slows down at night one you’ve been sober awhile. A lot of us knew alcohol can cause some anxiety. I was surprised at just how much for myself! I’ve always had a racing mind to begin with and the nightly release....sure it dulled it for a couple hours, before a blackout, but it was back with vengeance as soon it wore off. So there can still be a nightly relaxation ritual but choose something else. I couldn’t sleep for three weeks, then I got some sleep,I’m closing in on two years and sleep is awesome. I still have restless nights during stressful life things....interviews, pet loss, but I functioned and processed better than on the bottle.

I could suggest a warm herbal tea. So many flavors! Or a fresh sparkling water before bed!