ReadyAndAble

Good for you, Tetra. Seems like you are really moving forward in a big way—keep it up!

DayTrader

For what it's worth Tetra, nearly every post in this thread of yours is a description of what we in AA call "untreated alcoholism."

and believe it or not......"not drinking" doesn't treat alcoholism. For a real alcoholic, often....."not drinking" leads to feeling worse......so bad that one "needs" to pick back up to deal with the bad feelings....

I'd highly recommend looking into and getting involved with AA. If you find you're not up to the task or just don't want to do it, you can leave anytime. (but.....we hope you don't.)

Tetra

Yeah I get your point Daytrader. I attended AA meetings before and I wasn't sure about them, I might try again though. This is day 4 and I haven't had a drink, to be honest I am feeling better, not worse. Will let you know what the counsellor says. Thanks for your advice

Tetra

Well that was good, very good and I just feel very very relieved - no more secrets

Tetra

Day 5 - I am very tired today even though I slept for a long time last night.

NESfan

Hang in there Tetra, you're doing great!

Tetra

Thank you NESfan

Tetra

Well day 5 is almost over. I am not sure what's happening, I sleep like a log, about 10 hours, am extremely grumpy when I wake up until I've had breakfast and then I eat like a horse for the rest of the day and I get very restless and have this need to be out of the house a lot. I went to my GP for a check up, she said I may be slightly anaemic and should take a good multivitamin.

Tetra

Day 6. I find it very hard to wake up in the morning.

awesomeame

Your body is adjusting. I also noticed my first 2 weeks completely sober I was eating like crazy, sleeping a lot, and getting chills in the evening when I used to drink. I relapsed since then, one night, and am also again on day 6. But this time I don't seem to be having many ill side effects. I've lost the 10lbs I gained within a week, and no chills. Also seem to be sleeping somewhat more normal hours. So it does change/get better, give it some time, k

Matt

Mavis1

all those feelings you were having before you picked up the drink didn't go away, it only intensived the feelings and added a few more negative ones to the list been there and have done that. it doesn't get any better out there, it's all down hill, especially once you know you can do something about your disease a day at a time and then you slip and everything they told you in AA would happen actually does.

best of luck, go to a meeting, thanks for sharing, we've been there and understand.

Tetra

Day 7.

Tetra

Day 8 - am still sleeping like a log, extremely cranky in the morning and eating everything in sight. I would feel ok if it wasn't for the constant tiredness.

Tetra

Day 9, not so cranky or groggy this morning.

NESfan

Sounds very familiar, Tetra. Hopefully you'll have a little more energy in the next few days.

Tetra

Day 10 - my energy levels are up and down, all over the place. Was exhausted again this morning, even though I think I slept for about 12 hours.

NESfan

How are you doing today, Tetra?

Tetra

I don't know really, I am up and down. I haven't had a drink for 12 days, tomorrow is day 13. I have times when I have so much energy I could run a marathon and other times I'm so exhausted I could fall asleep standing up. I am sleeping long hours as well. I would like to get into something resembling a normal routine.

Dee74

I hope things will level out for you soon Tetra - if you're concerned or you think it's going on too long, do consider seeing your Dr

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ReadyAndAble

Hi, Tetra.

By now it's officially Day 13 in Galway. You should be proud of yourself.

It took a few weeks for my energy levels, moods, and sleep patterns to even out. Some people adapt much more rapidly, so hopefully you'll get there soon. Looking back, it was a small price to pay to regain my freedom. I wouldn't worry too much about logging a few extra hours of sleep. Remember, we're not only making a mental adjustment, but our bodies are literally beginning a healing process after harrowing levels of abuse. Of course, a visit to the doc is never a bad idea. At the very least you'd get professional advice on diet, supplements, etc.

Great job, Tetra.