1dayaddatime

Hi, I stumbled across this site while looking to see if cramps were part of withdrawal . Interesting how it just jumped out at me. Today will be the first day I haven't been drunk in as long as I can remember. I've stopped a few times before for about 4 days or so, but this is the first time I've been dead set on quitting all together. I've tried "cutting back", but always started right back up. That leads me to see that I must stop completely. Wish me luck and any advise is greatly appreciated!

least

Welcome to the SR family. You'll find lots of support and useful info here. I'm glad you joined us.

BadSneakers

Welcome to SR - you will find lots of support here! Good luck to you and be sure to consult with your doctor if you are a heavy drinker - cold turkey alcohol withdrawals have the potential to be dangerous. Hang in there!

Hevyn

Great to meet you 1day! There's plenty of encouragement and friendship here - we all understand.

1dayaddatime

thanks least

1dayaddatime

Thanks Bad. Appreciate the heads up but I've done it before and no what to expect. It's just time to stop all together. Thanks so much for the advice!

1dayaddatime

Ditto hevyn! Thanks for your reply!

Ziggz

Ugh I had cramps all day today and yesterday (on day 3 now) and just kind of a dull ache head to toe as well. Body is whining for a drink or six I guess, but all it's getting is water tonight
✌👊👍

Ruby2

Welcome to SR. Cutting back never worked for me. Stopping completely became my only option if I wanted my life back.

Stick around for support. It makes quitting so much better.

2WheelsGood

Imagine how much better you will feel in a few days. In a few weeks. In a few months.

ccam1973

Welcome to SR 1day. For me, stumbling on this site saved my life. Stay close, read as many old threads as you can and post as often as you need to not drink. We can help you through this.

Glad you found us.

JJ9

Good luck 1day!! What a blessing being sober will be for you!

Alynn

Welcome! Glad you are here!

1dayaddatime

Sorry about the cramps but good job at sticking it out. Yeah I got some pretty good cramps today in my hands, toes, legs and back. It's never been my back so I'm obviously doing the right thing by quitting.

1dayaddatime

Thanks Ruby! Yeah I've tried cutting back a few times and that obviously didn't work so stopping completely is the only answer. You know it's time when the liquor store employees know you by first name lol

1dayaddatime

EXACTLY Wheels!

1dayaddatime

Thanks cam! I will definitely take your advice. Thanks for your support.

1dayaddatime

Thanks jj!

1dayaddatime

Thanks Alynn! I am too.

Soberwolf

Welcome 1daat