jesshonesty

I haven't been here for a while. I have gotten about 4 -5 days and then I give in to the craving that overwhelms me. I plan to use some mindful meditation when it hits again. My experience has been that it can last for hours and seem interminable. I know people say it is only 20 minutes but that has not been my experience. I think if I can focus on my breath and body ( going to try tapping-- you see I am getting desperate to try anything) and just hold out for the evening-- where I can binge netflix, get on here and blog. Maybe I can get through it. Also my therapist (sober 30 years) thinks I should "sit with my feelings" and possibly write about them. This is the new plan-- calling people and going to meeting-- contrary actions have not helped. Also I get really triggered at meetings if people talk about how much they miss drinking. I feel like I am whining, but am just asking what you guys think of this plan and if you have any suggestions. Thanks for being here!!!

2muchpain

If you are going to a meeting where people talk about how much they miss drinking, then you are going to the wrong meeting IMHO. Finding a different meeting might be a good idea. John

entropy1964

If you're going to meetings on a regular schedule ( I find schedules to be important...not just attending a meeting here and there), seeing a therapist, learning to practice mindfulness and incorporating anxiety relieving techniques that's a good start. Exercise and healthy diet help too. And yes, ya gotta ride out the cravings and get past 5 days. The first 30 days can be tough but getting through them is important to establish a foundation. My drinking required effort, so does not drinking.

Have you considered volunteering for service at your meeting? Just making coffee, setting up or cleaning up can provide additional accountability.

Anna

I agree with this. Try to remember that the feelings and just feelings. They don't control you. You can feel them and then, let them go.

mecanix

You might find Dees' thread helpful about urge surfing , lots to try yet don't give up
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...e-surfing.html