wino14

Is it normal to feel so scared?

Breadfin

Don't be scared. Just hang with us here on SR. We got yer back.

Supersonic

You're making a big change, so I'd say that's understandable. l think you'll find it get's easier and you feel better day by day.

wino14

I've had so few nights AF in the last 24 years, don't know what to do with myself

Jupiters

well, you're here. I'd say that's a good start eh?

Supersonic

The nights are tricky to begin with but the mornings are great!

wino14

I've been drinking a bottle of wine a night, I have this feeling of impending doom

Tamerua

That feeling will pass. Stick around the boards, there are a lot of folks to talk to.

Thepatman

I know the feeling well. Just try to relax and keep yourself busy, post here as much as you need. A nice bath usually helps me relax.

If in doubt see a doctor, it will ease your mind.

changeiscoming

Wait until you wake up tomorrow morning and you don't have the alcohol fog. It is a wonderful feeling. There are times I have no idea what to do with myself. I bought a book of word search puzzles and I will do several to calm my mind. Every couple of days I buy myself a present for not drinking. Then everytime I see it I remind myself why I got it. Does not have to be expensive but something that makes you feel like you are celebrating.

I am at day 11 today so I know how you feel. Change is scary but I am finding it is so worth it. I remember the conversations that I have with my kids at night and I am actually present for them instead of drinking and hiding.

Hang in there - you can do it.

wino14

Thank you, I went swimming, turns out you can't swim and cry at the same time, trying to
Lose weight too, should I just focus on not drinking? I came off Valium a few months ago but my drinking just went up

soberclover

Think of things you can do to keep yourself busy. I read a lot, started crocheting and doing a ton of needlework, and going to bed early in the early part of my sobriety. Ice cream....need to have ice cream

Jupiters

I know that feeling alllll too well. I was up to 2L a night my last "binge".
try to not psyche yourself out (man, we are good at that!)
a hot bath seems to work for me...a short walk?

Supersonic

My advice would be to focus on staying sober for a month or two before worrying about weight.

flossyfressia

You can do it wino14-I'm 3 weeks AF after innumerable nights drinking an entire bottle of wine and I feel close to normal now. I think anyway! I'm cheering you on xx

Mags1

Hi wino, stick with us, lots of encouragement and help all through the night and day xx

christimc

Hey there

I loved wine...drank 3 bottles a night for years....whiskey too.

That feelingof doom i know too well. It will get less n less. Promise. Im day 9. We r all here for u.

Dee74

I think its very common to feel that way Wino.
It gets a lot easier

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Hevyn

I felt that way early on Wino. Emotions ran high and I was a mess for a few days - but everything changed. You're learning to live in a whole new way. Be patient with yourself as you adjust.

Sparkydog

Concentrate on the sobriety, the weight will take care of itself, its like a bonus.