Fedup1234

This feeling is what makes quitting so hard. Shakes chills burning feeling behind my eyes hoping tomorrow will be better. Can't take anymore days off work. I quit for 5 months earlier in the year but it all started up again with just one beer. Holiday binge and I know I can't keep doing this. 28 years old and vowing to never drink again. Haven't eaten anything just drinking water...taking vitamins. Went to the sauna felt a little better. Can't stand how easily upset I am getting with the kids...they are my biggest motivation. I have to be a better dad. Praying tomorrow is better.

Anna

Welcome and I'm glad you've decided to stop drinking. Don't hesitate to talk to your dr if you are at all concerned about your symptoms.

least

If you quit now, you'll never have to go thru this again. I hope our support can help you get sober for good.

Fedup1234

Thank you. It's tough because my job can't know anything and having im medical coverage issues. But worse case I will suck up the bill if I have to. I tried to taper but just end up drunk again so I know I need to go cold turkey. Thank you again.

flguy1

You did 5 mos before which is really good - so you can do this!

Forward12

Hang in there and use your kids and job for motivation. You very well may destroy both if you keep up with the drinking. Check out some local AA meetings as well as the newcomers recovery thread here on the forum as well.

Fedup1234

Thank you, I have looked up some local AA meetings. Been miserable all day so trying to keep busy. Day 1 is almost in the books.

Hevyn

Fedup - It's good to have you here with us. We've all been there & we understand like no one else can. Day 1 is horrible, there's no getting around it - but as you said, it's almost over. This can be the last time you feel this way. Each day you'll grow a little stronger - and you'll be free.

PhoenixJ

I agree about seeing medical help if needed. W/D's get worse each time.

Fedup1234

Thank you all. Really appreciate it

Fedup1234

Having trouble sleeping when I close my eyes I feel the withdrawals multiplied.

K3075

Hugs hugs hugs

Maybe do something that feels like a treat.. or try to find something that really keeps your mind occupied. I like to play chess online or go through my clothes & pick stuff out for donation that I don't wear anymore. You could try sudoku. I've heard coloring books have really become popular as a form of meditation & focus.

Fedup1234

Thank you for the great suggestions. I also play chess online so I will give that a try. Maybe some benadryl also..

least

Actual physical withdrawal only lasts a few days, tho those days seem endless... Hang on, distract yourself, it will get better. With each sober day you'll feel better.

Fedup1234

Thank you. I miss being me, going to push through this.

MidnightBlue

Hold on, Fedup.

It does get better. Don't give up!

Outonthetiles

Hey Fedup, you can do this. It's worth it.

Outonthetiles

"quit for 5 months earlier in the year but it all started up again with just one beer."

That's why this addiction is so insidious. That's why I've been such a hard ass about my own recovery. This sh!t is relentless for the unwary.

Ophelia1406

Hi I have just joined. I am two days sober. Totally exhausted but can't sleep. My son is looking forward to doing things with me today but I feel really bad still, no appetite, tired, cramps a bit dizzy. It's a long hangover this time normally just one full day and back with it. I have been to aa but didn't like going to a group. Trying willpower but keep relapsing after few days of sobriety and it's getting embarrassing to say the least x

K3075

Welcome Ophelia! I'm just 3 days sober, but am finding this forum a really great source of reasons to not drink. Reading through the stories that people shared made me that I am not alone and how many alcohol abuse & addiction affects.
You are not alone. You can do this!