day 3
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Join Date: Sep 2010
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day 3
Well this is my third day. Having trouble getting to sleep. Woke up and had a headache felt like I had a lot to drink the night before. No shakes yet, just hard to go to sleep, and still a very strong desire to drink. I am fighting back my desire. I was tempted to get a beer on the way home from work, but stuck with water. No matter how much water I have I am still thirsty. I have not been to another meeting yet. The latest one is 5:30 I can't get there in time. It early here, I keep think a beer would be taste really good right now. So I am making a strong pot of coffee. My doctor app. Is today thank god!!!!!
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: North Carolina
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Hang in there, tservice. It gets easier - I promise.
Just a suggestion...if you're having cravings for beer, try substituting something sweet - either a soda, fruit juice, or even some chocolate. Early in my sobriety my sponsor suggested getting a bag of chocolate chips and keeping them in the freezer so I could just grab a few (or more) when I had a craving for alcohol. It worked fabulously.
Just a suggestion...if you're having cravings for beer, try substituting something sweet - either a soda, fruit juice, or even some chocolate. Early in my sobriety my sponsor suggested getting a bag of chocolate chips and keeping them in the freezer so I could just grab a few (or more) when I had a craving for alcohol. It worked fabulously.
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Back from my doctor. He was surprised that I have decided to quit. I asked him to put me on anabuse cause I don't trust myself right now. He also gave me 2 weeks worth of sleeping aid. That should be more than enough. No cravings right now, just thirsty and hungry. If I keep eating like this I am going to have to start working it off. 
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: NJ
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you might have the excessive thirst from dehydration from the booze or if you are experiencing lower GI *issues*....I used herbal tea with no caffiene after noontime in order to help me get to sleep.
try some Smart Water, it has a great taste too.
try some Smart Water, it has a great taste too.
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Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Mississippi
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Glad you saw your doctor and got some help. I know the insomnia is really annoying - for me it lasted about a week and a half, but everyone's different. Don't give in to the cravings - think about where it will take you.
One day at a time, you can do it!:ghug3
One day at a time, you can do it!:ghug3
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