Rndz7

I'm 2 days sober. Aching all over. Excercised this morning. I can't seem to make more than 4 days sober at anytime. It's so damn frustrating. Vicious cycle.
I know I can make it this long weekend. Tuesday or Weds, the F$&@? ing
Problem resurfaces.

Dee74

Hi and welcome Rndz7

I found reading and posting here regularly got me out of that 3-4 day cycle...it's harder to give in and drink when you face up to just how destructive that decision is

I know you'll find support here

D

Anna

So, if you know to expect the 4th day to be a problem, plan ahead.

Do whatever you can during that day to make things easier for you. Change your daily routine, drive home from work a different way, shop at a different store - anything to help you get through the day.

Rndz7

I have the weakness to give in. But not the courage to change. Anna's tip on changing what I do on my weak day makes sense. I will try and remain conscious of this. One day at a time, as of right now.

AlefVavResh

Two things I've found helpful here. Read everyone's stories. And before you take that first drink fast forward to the end. Since you said, "I hate what alcohol does to me" you probably have a whole list of morning after regrets you can sift through

And keep posting.

least

When I was early in recovery I came here a lot. It really helped to be surrounded by supportive friends.

Ge7ea

Amen to all these posts, you can do it!!!! day 6 for me and I am in the same boat as you, I could go a week to 2 to 4 without it and then BAMMM!!!!!, NO MORE, gonna beat this life sucker!!

Rndz7

Urge surfed my way, thru this day. But I know the creep called alcohol is cunning. Either way, I used the tools. My son is in rehab. His mother is cleaning
The apartment. She found a dozen dead give aways. Too bad she didn't believe me every time I told her he was an addict. Now lets see if he is ready to surrender. 85% relapse. I learned its me I have to worry about. Easy does it.

DR