Inner Restlessness
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Inner Restlessness
I have always seemed to have a inner restlessness very hard for me to slow down inside, most things I ever do I do quickly even when relaxing, I get everything done so there's nothing to do then start trying to find or think of something to do, my drinking would always be at speed I would basically drink as quick as I could to get wasted, dose anyone identify with this restlessness? Any tips in combating it? Thanks in advance. On my second day today after 1 week binge after over a year sober
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Congratulations on making the right choice! Things will definitely start improving and you will find healthier balances. Welcome to the forum. 
I have a very restless mind too, not ever able to fully relax. I'm 2.5 years sober and still struggle with it. Really wish I could meditate, but haven't really made the effort to pursue it with any regularity. I find active meditation suits me better right now, like getting in a zone while exercising or walking. I watch my cat and admire her masterful meditation - enjoying the moment, and lots of good sleep...
I have a very restless mind too, not ever able to fully relax. I'm 2.5 years sober and still struggle with it. Really wish I could meditate, but haven't really made the effort to pursue it with any regularity. I find active meditation suits me better right now, like getting in a zone while exercising or walking. I watch my cat and admire her masterful meditation - enjoying the moment, and lots of good sleep...
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Welcome! 
What were you doing to stay sober during that year? Can you get back into it?
The support here can be very helpful. Read and post often, especially if you have the urge to drink. Come here instead so we can talk you out of it.
What were you doing to stay sober during that year? Can you get back into it? The support here can be very helpful. Read and post often, especially if you have the urge to drink. Come here instead so we can talk you out of it.
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Originally Posted by least 
Welcome! What were you doing to stay sober during that year? Can you get back into it?
The support here can be very helpful. Read and post often, especially if you have the urge to drink. Come here instead so we can talk you out of it.
What were you doing to stay sober during that year? Can you get back into it? The support here can be very helpful. Read and post often, especially if you have the urge to drink. Come here instead so we can talk you out of it.
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Lnx, you sound like an organized person.can you Maximize your tendency to organize and make a rndom list of things you want to accomplish, big small whatever. Turns energy into purposeful activities. I got a lot done last year.
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Thanks Mklove yes its something I've been wanting to do for a while journaling, I've kinda always listed things to do e.g to do list but I think I need to journal and get my positive and negative thoughts down on paper and challenge the negative/destructive someone wrote on this site acceptance is a magic key I like that takes discipline though
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My brian still goes at a million miles an hour - I've embraced it now tho - UI got a lot of stuff down each dy.
I changed from being afraid of my thoughts and the speed at which they came, to knowing that I was the guy behind the wheel and there was nothing to be scared of know I wasn't sending myself insane with alcohol and drugs
it takes a little time to make that transition and trust it but I'm sure you can, and will
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I changed from being afraid of my thoughts and the speed at which they came, to knowing that I was the guy behind the wheel and there was nothing to be scared of know I wasn't sending myself insane with alcohol and drugs
it takes a little time to make that transition and trust it but I'm sure you can, and will
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Hi LNX,
Welcome! I sometimes struggle to get my mind to slow down as well. There is a specific journaling called bulletin journaling, you may want to look into that. Also, even though mindfulness is a struggle for you it is something worth looking into. You can always start with someth No simeple as breathing for one minute.
Do you have any hobbies, exercise? Both are good ways to activate your body/mind.
Good luck as you venture out to try new things.
Welcome! I sometimes struggle to get my mind to slow down as well. There is a specific journaling called bulletin journaling, you may want to look into that. Also, even though mindfulness is a struggle for you it is something worth looking into. You can always start with someth No simeple as breathing for one minute.
Do you have any hobbies, exercise? Both are good ways to activate your body/mind.
Good luck as you venture out to try new things.
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I identify strongly with this inner restlessness you speak of, Lnx. Walking has always helped me deal with it, long solitary walks. It is a challenge, this trait. I like to view it as a good thing, a sign I have an active mind that wants to work.
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Originally Posted by Lnx
I have always seemed to have a inner restlessness very hard for me to slow down inside, most things I ever do I do quickly even when relaxing, I get everything done so there's nothing to do then start trying to find or think of something to do, my drinking would always be at speed I would basically drink as quick as I could to get wasted, dose anyone identify with this restlessness? Any tips in combating it? Thanks in advance. On my second day today after 1 week binge after over a year sober
Sometimes, we have a calling, a purpose, a dream that lies unrealized because of a thousand 'logical' excuses.
Sometimes, we are a painter or a spiritual leader or a writer or an artist or musician or a mentor or a life-coach or a healer or an explorer..... and for various apparently rational reasons we've pushed the reality of our Selves far down inside.
And sometimes, the result of that pushing down, that denial, is a restless, sometimes-depressive, sometimes chaotic madness that we can't put our finger on.
Sometimes, freedom is as simple as listening to our own voice and then honoring it.
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Restless here too. I make a lot of lists. Somehow I just accepted it through awareness. I work hard and efficient and play hard and efficient. That's me. At times and need to remind myself that I'm okay and to just relax. I've been meditating for a couple of years now and that really seams to help. Good luck and just stay sober.
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I was just going to say the same thing, cardoon! I make lists. Getting things onto paper and out of my mind works well for me. I am not a journaler...I talk it out. (Usually in the form of prayer).
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Sometimes, inner restlessness can be a symptom of our own failure to listen to our inner voice.
How cool a thought going into a new year. Harnessing the incessant energy and thoughts into projects is helpful, but neglects to acknowledge my other talents, gifts that are hiding............no wonder I've been feeling out of balance, my inner Van Gogh is trying to appear.......
How cool a thought going into a new year. Harnessing the incessant energy and thoughts into projects is helpful, but neglects to acknowledge my other talents, gifts that are hiding............no wonder I've been feeling out of balance, my inner Van Gogh is trying to appear.......
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Meditation. Mindfulness.
Easy concepts but hard to practice.
Im reading a book right now that offers practical exercises on how to meditate and grow more mindful - an eight week guide.
I think it is actually a crucial element in my recovery plan so I can learn how to be content and peaceful in my sober state.
Easy concepts but hard to practice.
Im reading a book right now that offers practical exercises on how to meditate and grow more mindful - an eight week guide.
I think it is actually a crucial element in my recovery plan so I can learn how to be content and peaceful in my sober state.
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Originally Posted by FreeOwl
Sometimes, inner restlessness can be a symptom of our own failure to listen to our inner voice.
Sometimes, we have a calling, a purpose, a dream that lies unrealized because of a thousand 'logical' excuses.
Sometimes, we are a painter or a spiritual leader or a writer or an artist or musician or a mentor or a life-coach or a healer or an explorer..... and for various apparently rational reasons we've pushed the reality of our Selves far down inside.
And sometimes, the result of that pushing down, that denial, is a restless, sometimes-depressive, sometimes chaotic madness that we can't put our finger on.
Sometimes, freedom is as simple as listening to our own voice and then honoring it.
Sometimes, we have a calling, a purpose, a dream that lies unrealized because of a thousand 'logical' excuses.
Sometimes, we are a painter or a spiritual leader or a writer or an artist or musician or a mentor or a life-coach or a healer or an explorer..... and for various apparently rational reasons we've pushed the reality of our Selves far down inside.
And sometimes, the result of that pushing down, that denial, is a restless, sometimes-depressive, sometimes chaotic madness that we can't put our finger on.
Sometimes, freedom is as simple as listening to our own voice and then honoring it.
In practical and layman's terms how do we listen to our inner voice and honor it?
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