Nuudawn

Welcome Greg! I'm of the mind that you should bring on the "coma hangover". It's one day hon. Thank you for your post..it hit a nerve. Addiction is rampant in my family and your story reminds me of my sister. She was laid off last October and has been drinking night and day ever since..hasn't even looked for a job. Scares the beejeezus outta me. I really hope you stick around. What helps me..is a one moment..one situation at a time..mentality. All the best..stay close.

GGrock

No, I haven't talked to a doctor about detoxing. I've never thought about it. I seem to be able to go 1 to 3 days without alcohol without any major side effects besides the sweats/chills and CRAAAAZY dreams.. lol

Twofish

Greg, I'm just a mom of two drugging children, just an observer. I don't drink, except communion wine, twice a month. I can't drink because of headaches. Enough about me...do you have any family you can reach out to or they can be with you during the withdrawal period? Encourage you to not drink, even just a little? Sounds like you are self medicating yourself with alcohol. And as someone, I think Anna, suggested you consult with your Dr. To help ease the cravings or withdrawal pains? Drs. nowadays seem more compassionate and are more educated on addiction issue then they were back in the 80's.
Hugs thru cyber, I will be thinking of you. Be good to yourself, no need beating yourself up!
Twofish

Organiclander

Hi Greg

Just got in from a - AA meeting and got a email you checked in today. Hope all is good. Keep your mood up today. I see you live in MA it has to be summer by now, LOL. Go sit outside in the beautiful sun today for a while. Get a little nature time in, maybe a meditation time would be good.