Day 4 - kind of
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Day 4 - kind of
Good morning ! I opened a beer last night . Once I opened it, I decided to sit down and go over how much we spent in booze last month (mainly on my wine and cigarettes - I only smoke when drinking) - We spent over $600 - I dumped the beer out and made a bag of popcorn. Tonight - I have plans to not go home right after work to break up my routine and get through the hour between 6 and 7 when I struggle the most. Have a great day everyone - I feel stronger than ever!
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It makes me sick how much money we spend on alcohol - I could afford a Mercedes car payment. I am still struggling and am very tired (I think my body is trying to rid itself of all the poison) My husband actually gave me the idea of totaling it up to distract me and then it made me change my mind very quickly about the beer. Too close for comfort though - I needed to make a plan for tonight.
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It is shocking to see the $$$ add up 
Once you establish a habit for a few weeks, you'll know how to handle the evening cravings better. What about taking that potential $$ surplus and investing some of it into a hobby during those hours?
Once you establish a habit for a few weeks, you'll know how to handle the evening cravings better. What about taking that potential $$ surplus and investing some of it into a hobby during those hours?
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BeBetterforkids,
Yes, the dollars we spent make no cents......
As your moniker indicates, you understand how much better life will be for those around you by quitting. Good!
That is a huge motivator for many, myself included.
At day 109 sober, if I get a mental urge I "run the tape" in my head.....it always plays out the same. Unlike new movies, there is no alternate ending which is more favorable.
The reflection of my despair I could see in my loved ones eyes I simply did not want to see anymore.
Today, that despair has been replaced by light......I have no intention of turning the switch back off, it would be so selfish.
I have grown quickly to understand however, I must stay stopped for me. The positive externalities of this ACTION are simply sprinkles on top of the sober cake!!!
The act of being that close - opening a beer is wayyyyyy to close, perhaps! Stronger plan maybe if you have placed sobriety as you number one goal above all else!
The gift of sobriety is there to open.....but, a plan - action - and work are required. Willpower for me never worked........
peace
Yes, the dollars we spent make no cents......
As your moniker indicates, you understand how much better life will be for those around you by quitting. Good!
That is a huge motivator for many, myself included.
At day 109 sober, if I get a mental urge I "run the tape" in my head.....it always plays out the same. Unlike new movies, there is no alternate ending which is more favorable.
The reflection of my despair I could see in my loved ones eyes I simply did not want to see anymore.
Today, that despair has been replaced by light......I have no intention of turning the switch back off, it would be so selfish.
I have grown quickly to understand however, I must stay stopped for me. The positive externalities of this ACTION are simply sprinkles on top of the sober cake!!!
The act of being that close - opening a beer is wayyyyyy to close, perhaps! Stronger plan maybe if you have placed sobriety as you number one goal above all else!
The gift of sobriety is there to open.....but, a plan - action - and work are required. Willpower for me never worked........
peace
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Way to go not drinking the beer. I hope you find something you love doing for that hour. It will make it easier. Day for is awesome. You are doing great, and I am so proud of you. Remember, you are not alone, we are all here with you and for you. I spent a lot of time in the chat room here in my early days. It really helped me.
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Way to stay strong for the family and yourself! As for the money, I think I'm going to figure out something to treat myself to once I hit 100 days. If I think about it, that is easily a luxury vacation with money left to spare! We are crazy people! :-)
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We have been struggling financially - living pay check to pay check. We have known why for a long time - Usually by a Thursday - I have already drank 2-3 large bottles of wine and beers on top of it. That's over $100 right there - not to mention the cigarettes. Not going to dwell on it - but it is one more reason to stop....
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Finances are definitely yet another legitimate reason to stop drinking. I used to smoke and I quite when I said to myself its insane to pay so much money to essentially expedite my death. Funny that I only realized drinking was the same thing more recently.
I'm glad we're all on the right path.
I'm glad we're all on the right path.
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