Today is my day 3
 

Day 3 always seems to be the hardest for me. Today is that day. I usually cave on day 3 (followed by 4), haven't made it to day 5 since my son was born 8 months ago. Day 7 seems years away. Planning on staying busy and coming here when feeling stressed. I was very tempted to give my husband my ID and all my credit/debit cards so I couldn't buy alcohol, but I realize I MUST do this myself (although I think for a little extra help, I'll ask him to block my car in the driveway with his.) I'd still be able to get alcohol if I were willing to walk 2 miles, but that's a ridiculous level of desperation I don't think I even have.

Just a suggestion, but how about making very specific plans for what you are going to do, VS just planning on "not drinking". I mean literally - make yourself a calendar or a checklist, and break it down to the smallest time blocks you need. 1-2pm laundry & dishes 2-2:30 read, 2:30-3 nap...etc....

You realize you need to do this yourself, which is great - but you have to figure a way to convert that realization into reality. Perhaps a regimented schedule would help?

You need to challenge those negative thoughts. Be aware of what you are saying to yourself:
Day 3 does not have to be a self fulfilling prophesy.

I know and the fact is I have no cravings right now. I also have PLENTY of housework to keep me busy. I can get throught this....

Hey there, day 3 here, as well. Sometimes, I have found that simply sleeping and reading and sleeping and reading has been the best thing, till a week has gone by. Then, with my energy back, I find a more planned out schedule is easier to fall into. But at first, I always think it's best for me to take it as easy as possible.

Hang in there, hide under the covers if you have to, anything...but you'll make it.

Day 3 was a tough one for me, too, but it sounds like you're doing well.

Be sure to plan some fun activities to keep you distracted too.

Congrats on Day three and many more to come! You can get through this and It gets so much better.

Day 3 is pretty much in the books. It's almost 8 and I'm about ready to crawl into bed. I'm feeling pretty good, now. I did start to crave at about 3:30 when I came home and felt the pressure of the housework that needed to be attended to. I sucked it up, though (and did make my husband block me in the driveway). I WISH I could hide under covers and read, but I just can't. Having time on my hands is a recipe for disaster. Instead, I prefer to keep busy. I don't have bad side effects from the alcohol withdrawl (unless you count a mild case of bitchyness), so I really don't even have an excuse to take it easy. I still haven't gone to a meeting, but I've been on this site off and on all day. Ready to turn in, now. Good night all! May you all make it through another day of sobriety.