Day 4, wanting alcohol so bad I think I might puke
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Day 4, wanting alcohol so bad I think I might puke
So I'm here again, the same place as last week when I really started the cravings and messed it all up on day 6. I know the new life I'm starting will be worth it but today the struggle is hard. Changing everything I've known for the past 30 years is so foreign to me. The only thing keeping me together is the memories of my hangovers (as I've gotten older they've got unbearable). I feel like a hot mess, on the verge of tears. Hopefully I can get through this and day 5 will be better.
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Join Date: Feb 2014
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I really feel for you. Hang in there. It gets tough but you are so much tougher than that AV (alcoholic voice) that wants you to fail. You have to fight. It gets better each day so please do not give up or give in. Keep posting. We are here for you especially when it get rough. We want you to get through this and be the person you were intended to be...happy, healthy and really living life to the fullest. You are worth the fight for your life. Xxoo CR
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Hi whyme
The early days are tough for sure....
do you have any support besides us here at SR? I think support can be really helpful.
It's important to keep active and occupied too I think. Sitting there wrestling with a craving is not fun.
do you do any exercise? have any hobbies?
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The early days are tough for sure....
do you have any support besides us here at SR? I think support can be really helpful.
It's important to keep active and occupied too I think. Sitting there wrestling with a craving is not fun.
do you do any exercise? have any hobbies?
D
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Keep hanging in there. Using the memories of the hangovers is good deterant. Fill your spare time with hobbies. Even if it's just watching a film or tv show.
Good luck, SR is a great place for support
Good luck, SR is a great place for support
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Thank you everyone. I'm doing my best to stay strong. Dee, I like to cook and actually enjoy cleaning and work out to name a few. I think tonight's going to be a watch TV and eat ice cream kinda night tho.
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Ice cream is a great idea.
And, it is hard to change habits you've had for 30 years. Don't get overwhelmed. Make some small changes in your life and you'll be surprised how things begin to shift.
And, it is hard to change habits you've had for 30 years. Don't get overwhelmed. Make some small changes in your life and you'll be surprised how things begin to shift.
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Gosh the anxiety is so bad tonight. I made dinner and just looking at it puts my stomach in knots. My hearts racing, have hot sweats. I haven't felt this bad sober ever I don't recall. I'm feeling it tonight 
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Join Date: Feb 2014
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Do you have any decaffinated tea? Try to relax. I googled everything about detoxing so I could understand what my body was going thru. My mind was so anxious I just had to know what I could do to help myself get through the emotional and physical turmoil. It gets better and remember you don't want to go through it again. Hang in there, kiddo!
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If you feel really bad don't be afraid or ashamed to go to the ER. It can really help you find peace and safely detox. They will watch out for you. Does anyone know what you are going through that can be with you tonight?
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Ah, yes. Ice cream is always a good idea. 
My 13 days sober have been filled with a probably excessive amount of it. Like others have been saying, do the tea too if you can. Pamper yourself, take a bath, watch some good TV. Hang in there! I am new to this so I can only offer what I know would help me but you've got this!
My 13 days sober have been filled with a probably excessive amount of it. Like others have been saying, do the tea too if you can. Pamper yourself, take a bath, watch some good TV. Hang in there! I am new to this so I can only offer what I know would help me but you've got this!
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Here's a tip that has helped me. If I think about drinking I immediately start eating. Often times we think our body craves alcohol, when if fact our body wants some sugar or carbs. After you give your body the carbs, you will often forget about drinking.
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