James18

I've had the worst few night's sleep ever and feel like I've got flu. I'm irritable and twitchy (when I'm not feeling like a zombie) and my guts feel like they've been in a tumble dryer. If I don't sleep tonight I'm gonna be really good fun tomorrow! I know the routine by now, I just need to ride it out a few more days before I feel any benefit...

PurpleKnight

Hang in there James!! . . . the flu feeling passes in time, and that's when the benefits start appearing!! . . . In my first week, I felt almost like jet lagged, work was incredibly tough not having much sleep the night before, but plenty of fresh air and staying hydrating will get you through!!

James18

Thanks purpleknight, I'm OK, just having a rant! I know the only option is sticking it out. I'll only be back to this point in a few days if I don't.

KateL

Rant away xxxx

justinJustQuit

Yeah the insomnia hits me like a truck too. It lasted about a week for me. I'm sure you'll do great!

Itchy

James,
WB! Glad to see you back on the real ride of sobriety. What are you going to do different this time that may help another get past it?

BillinSaratoga

James - Hang in there. First week or so was the worst and things get better after that. Glad you are here...

James18

This may sound like a small thing, but one of the big triggers for me is hunger; when I'm hungry I start feeling mentally low - so instead of food, I often go for the bottle as a 'pick-me-up' (which doesn't actually work!). So diet is a big thing I want to sort out.

Itchy

Sounds like a plan! Keep posting, keep reading.

least

You can do this. Never give up!

Notmyrealname

Almost over the hump there buddy, hang in there.

Dee74

Keep going James
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Itchy

James,
How are you doing today? Starting to feel better despite the lack of sleep? Day 4?

James18

Hi Itchy, yeah I'm on day 4 and had a slightly better night last night. I'm still having stomach and gut issues which are entirely my own fault! But yes thanks, I'm feeling a lot better generally and even did a few weights this morning. I think it's sinking in to my fiance too, the amount of damage I'm doing/have done to myself, so she's been more supportive. Hopefully this is the time it sticks. Bring on day 5!

Itchy

Great bud! Woo HOO! Day 4 was a blur for me as I was in a hospital detoxing with chemical help for the first week. But day 8 was huge! I made it myself to do it, then decided nothing was going to convince me to go back to the prison I made of my life with alcohol.

Keep it up and if you are wanting it to be done for good you will.

kflee

awesome on 4 days. Im day 16 and much better. we will all be dancing for you..

James18

Thanks everybody, it means a lot the support on this forum.

Itchy

James,
Don't worry, you will get your turn to return the support to others. That is where my head is at now. You are getting payback for all the folks, many now real friends, that tucked me under their wing for this journey back to light.

Itchy

James how you doin?

deeker

Hang in There James18