A new binge/problem drinker is in town
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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A new binge/problem drinker is in town
Hey everyone,
I thought I'd join up here as I've been worried about my binge drinking for a while, especially at the weekends.
It's not uncommon for me to have a 0.7 liter bottle of Whiskey and 2 bottles of wine over the Friday and Saturday.
I've set myself the target of ceasing all alcoholic intake until May 2nd (which is the day I run the local marathon). During this period I think I need to look at the reasons at why I drink (which I think is mostly low self esteem especially when I'm out and about and boredom when I'm on my own.
It might be a bit challenging however as my dad has been diagnosed with terminal cancer so I want to deal with this as best as I can instead of hitting the bottle. I think if I started relying on the booze to cope with the emotions now then it'd set a dangerous precedent.
Enough waffling. I haven't drank since Sunday and I'm looking forward to reading and contributing to the board!
I thought I'd join up here as I've been worried about my binge drinking for a while, especially at the weekends.
It's not uncommon for me to have a 0.7 liter bottle of Whiskey and 2 bottles of wine over the Friday and Saturday.
I've set myself the target of ceasing all alcoholic intake until May 2nd (which is the day I run the local marathon). During this period I think I need to look at the reasons at why I drink (which I think is mostly low self esteem especially when I'm out and about and boredom when I'm on my own.
It might be a bit challenging however as my dad has been diagnosed with terminal cancer so I want to deal with this as best as I can instead of hitting the bottle. I think if I started relying on the booze to cope with the emotions now then it'd set a dangerous precedent.
Enough waffling. I haven't drank since Sunday and I'm looking forward to reading and contributing to the board!
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Try AA meetings ... Seriously ... I was so against them in the beginning but they help with all aspects of life. Yes the goal is to help people stay Sober, but the way they do that is by helping you change your outlook on life!
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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Hey Elvis!!! I'm in the same boat...binge drinking my life away..I am an lpn at a local hospital and just got my 1st dui after crashing my car in an ice storm...Unfortunately most of my friends have the same binge drinking problem as well...i feel like my life is over right now...I am taking it one day at a time and have no idea how this will effect my job..I hope that this does not happen to you as well...BE careful and be strong!
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Hi ElvisInASkirt
I'm sorry about your Dad - that must be rough - but it's a good decision you've made to give up drinking, for however long.
I hope maybe you'll get to May and decide to continue
You'll find a lot of support here
Welcome
D
I'm sorry about your Dad - that must be rough - but it's a good decision you've made to give up drinking, for however long.
I hope maybe you'll get to May and decide to continue
You'll find a lot of support here
Welcome
D
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Thanks for the welcome everyone.
Ideally I want to get to the stage where I'm no longer even interested in alcohol under any circumstances. I don't know if this is possible as I've mentally associated alcohol with relaxation at both home and the bar.
It will take a while to unlearn all of the crap.
Ideally I want to get to the stage where I'm no longer even interested in alcohol under any circumstances. I don't know if this is possible as I've mentally associated alcohol with relaxation at both home and the bar.
It will take a while to unlearn all of the crap.
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I am sorry to hear about your Father. You must make every day count.
Exercise is a life saver for me. Training to run a marathon requires strong mental and physical preparation. I applaud your decision to commit to it. I do the same, in my case I live for my bike rides. I do everything I can to be in top form and I find that focusing on a future event makes day to day living, including sobriety, much easier to handle.
Stay focused and hopefully your life will be so much better without alcohol in May that you will reevaluate then.
Exercise is a life saver for me. Training to run a marathon requires strong mental and physical preparation. I applaud your decision to commit to it. I do the same, in my case I live for my bike rides. I do everything I can to be in top form and I find that focusing on a future event makes day to day living, including sobriety, much easier to handle.
Stay focused and hopefully your life will be so much better without alcohol in May that you will reevaluate then.
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Welcome Elvis, and congrats on your sober days! The first weekend is always the hardest, but come and post/read on the forum - it really helps to have support.
I didn't think I'd enjoy a life without evening drinks, but waking up clear-headed and feeling healthy isn't bad at all! Glad you're giving sobriety a try.
I didn't think I'd enjoy a life without evening drinks, but waking up clear-headed and feeling healthy isn't bad at all! Glad you're giving sobriety a try.
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First major challenge today. Was up at the hospital and we found out that he won't be getting out until a week later than he expected and he has yet to be told this so he will be very annoyed.
Had mild cravings for a drink that were immediately shot down with the realization that he won't get out any sooner if I tip a bottle down my throat.
I'm having a low fat pizza and burning incense and trying not to think about much other than laughing at random Youtube videos.
Had mild cravings for a drink that were immediately shot down with the realization that he won't get out any sooner if I tip a bottle down my throat.
I'm having a low fat pizza and burning incense and trying not to think about much other than laughing at random Youtube videos.
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