GreenSubmarine

Ok, I am a 27 year old male. I didn't drink until I was 21. Unfortunately, I smoked pot when I was younger, but when I was of legal age to drink I did. I used the two simultaneously, but eventually I was just drinking. I remember a time when I was probably 14 or 15 years old that I went to a family reunion and I stole beer (probably drank like 10)...this memory sticks out because I over did it. I didn't really drink again until I was 21. I would get drunk with friends on the weekends, and I would pass out pretty early. I have to say that my drinking habits slowly spiraled into what they are today. I don't need a drink every day, but I do binge drink from time to time. I feel physically awful for a day or two, but mentally I feel worse. I know I have a problem, and I am on day 3 of sobriety. I really want to make this work, but I have secluded myself in my room. I need some advice if this is normal. My social life will be completely eradicated and my work life will be affected (we will see if positively or negatively...I work in a restaurant). I just don't want to get out right now. I am figuring this might be the best, because I fear the temptation might be too much. I still am working and finishing my last couple of semesters of school. I just really have no hobbies except for work, school and drinking. I am trying to find myself...if anyone has any advice for my unique case please let me know.

IndaMiricale

Welcome

Good that you are thinking and going forward in this.

One thing is for sure i see in your post your case is no where near unique .

I have been in fine dinning for 23 years and an full alcoholic just as long.Bless you for realizing you have a problem much much sooner.

Congrats on 3 days that is awesome. I highly recommend you looking into the recovery programs for support. I personally am in AA.

Good love , Inda

Dee74

Hi GreenSubmarine
Welcome

I think you can cut yourself some slack - on day 3 I was barely out of bed.

Isolation can be a problem for many of us sure, but 3 days is probably a little early to worry if it's an ingrained habit yet.

I do hear you on keeping away from temptation and I think that's a good thing. I had to make a lot of changes when I gave up drinking. I stayed away from alcohol fueled events for a while.

There's absolutely no requirement to be a hermit tho - millions of people socialise and do things without alcohol...my social life didn't die, it just changed.

I rediscovered lot of old hobbies and interests and made lots of new sober friends.

Things will happen - try not to sweat it too much right now GS

D

artsoul

Welcome GreenSubmarine -

I didn't go much of anywhere either for a couple weeks.... I spent a lot of time here, especially in the evening when I was used to drinking. Everyone's different, but I found that just taking it easy was the best approach for me. Over time things get better, we get used to being sober, and new things come into our lives.

Just take it a day at a time - I think you'll find that things really will work out as long as we keep alcohol out of the picture.

MemphisBlues

Being able to recognize at 27 that your drinking is causing you problems, and attempting to stay sober, is an amazing, laudable statement.

I wish I would have had your courage at your age. Don't worry about isolating. Do take this time to rest, work, go to school, and rest some more. At day three, your ability to post your commitment says a lot about your determination.

Please, do your self the next favor -- seek out others who are struggling to maintain sobriety. And do support them in their efforts. Reaching out for help now is the most positive thing you could do.

And don't forget your post. Go back and read it. Keep posting. Keep a journal of your progress, your fears, your struggles. This is not a easy road, but it will be the best trip of your life, or your self and those who love you and who you love.