HeadLump

I started out as a not-very-often-but-drunk-every-time-I-drank kind of drinker. I could go for months but once I had that first drink, all bets were off Gradually, over many years, the occasions got closer together until, finally, it was happening three or four times a week.

I gave up 17 months ago and it has been easier (and far, far more rewarding) than I could ever have imagined. I realised that, being the type of drinker I was, I didn't get impossible cravings for alcohol until I'd got that first taste. Without that first drink, I could remain relatively calm and in control!

The benefits were huge, particularly the psychological ones. For the first time in my (long) life I discovered self-esteem. Wow! That was nice And appreciation for others and for life in general - that's another lovely thing, too

And I was 52 when I found this. You have the opportunity to do it decades before me. That's decades more of truly 'living' and decades less of regret and shame.

Welcome aboard, my friend

Prynne

This is just how I feel. My priorities now are my relationship and learning to resist that initial drink. I refuse to hurt myself and others through drink any longer.

PurpleKnight

Welcome to the Forum!! You'll find loads of support here!!