ANewDayNYC

I'm glad I made it to one week, but Fridays are always the hardest day. After a long week, I have a desire to alleviate my stress and celebrate the work week being over. Also, if I don't go out I feel like I am "missing out". However, I know I am doing the right thing and that drinking is not working out for me.

ANewDayNYC

I also feel like my body is conditioned to drinking heavily on Fridays. Out of all the days this week -- my cravings have been strongest today (feels like withdrawal). One day at a time.

ForgetfulKevin

I know what you mean. Fridays are also the hardest for me because there's the end-of-week fatigue and frazzling to go along with the years of conditioning.

So, Fridays give us the best practice.

Hevyn

Hi ANewDay - congratulations on your week sober. We know how hard of an adjustment it is.

Things really do get easier & eventually the fear of missing out will pass. I felt like an alien for a few weeks, but as our 'new normal' sets in we begin to appreciate the perks of being sober and clear headed. It's a new way of living for sure - but I've grown to love it and rarely think of drinking anymore.

ANewDayNYC

Thank you for the encouragement - I appreciate it. Its also encouraging to know it gets better with time.

LBrain

Good report newday. Stay strong and make the weekend count.
Congrats on a week

Tonymblue

Youre doing great. Fridays are always tough. You can get through it. Keep it up.

queenofheartz09

Congrats on a week! Fridays are hard but it feels so good to wake up Saturday without a hangover and can make the most of a weekend.

Trouble1234

Friday's are tough , But you have a new healthier life now. You are healing yourself!

Things will get better , 3 weeks here !

johnnybsober

Today was my second Friday sober. 10 days in now.

All days end in y. I used to say I only drink on days that end in y. Now I say sorry I don't drink on days that end in y.

PurpleKnight

1 Week is Fantastic!! Keep pushing through!!