SoberOtter

Yesterday the urge to drink was so strong I broke down and cried. I was a hormonal mess, and I usually drink to take the edge off of the misery. But yesterday I didn't. After I was done crying, I got a heating pad and some ice cream and curled up on the couch.

I didn't cry because I wanted a drink and couldn't have one. I cried because I didn't want to drink but I felt like my body was trying to force me into it. Thoughts?

Bird615

Yes, I've been there. I would just let myself go through it: Crying was perfectly acceptable and finishing off with ice cream was even better.

ScottFromWI

It's very common to have emotional highs and lows during the early stages of sobriety. Sounds like you handled it well, crying is a very normal reaction to strong emotions.

JeffreyAK

If I think hard enough about the horrible hole I was in at the end of my drinking days, I can still tear up, 7 years later. The emotional swings will stabilize over time.

Wholesome

I had a few good cries early on. I had one just the other day in fact just because I was sad. Sometimes all we need is a good cry to get the bad stuff out. It's a much healthier way of dealing than trying to drown those sorrows. Be good to yourself and keep going, it gets easier and it gets way way better!

waynetheking

Zen is right. It gets easier and better.
Hang in there. We're here for ya.

SoberOtter

Thanks you guys! I'm feeling much better. Waking up with a clear head is so wonderful. Last night I went to a social event where alcohol was served and I ordered a Shirley Temple. The server asked me if I wanted it virgin. I was like-- what?! That's what it is. A non-alcoholic drink!