Stewy84

Hi, going into day 21 tomorrow, feeling epic about it , amongst some other stuff going on at the minute which has been a challenge.

I just wanted to ask (and think I've come across something on the site)

Is there a guide for all to follow during cravings? And has anybody got there own tools that they don't mind sharing with me?

I want to try and stay ahead of the game as I continue to make progress

Thanks in advance

Lusher

Hey Stewy84, congrats on the three weeks!

Personally, I never really had any alcohol 'cravings' per se, so I can't really comment on that part. What I did <crave> was the buzz and my old lifestyle, and still do on occasion. I really missed meeting up for a beer with my friends and all of the other social stuff, where alcohol always played a part.

To combat that, I became very involved with physical fitness. I have found that a hard cardio workout seems to keep any cravings at bay. A nice afternoon, with some pretty vigorous exercise, then a cool shower and a healthy meal, and I feel pretty good. Before I stopped, I would be out at my local haunt boozing it up until it was close to bedtime (which was usually 'last-call'). Now I'm a boring prime-time TV guy, who's sober.

I'm not going to say that's it's just as entertaining or even as fun, how ever I will say that it's better. Actually much better.

Stay strong, as it really is better once things get sorted out as far as your new lifestyle.


Lusher

trachemys

Ice Cream, Stewey, Ice Cream!

Stewy84

Trachemys I am well versed in all Ben and jerrys flavours and frequent often hahaha!

Cheers Luther . I am starting the insanity work out again tomorrow so will try the exercise route!

Stewy84

Sorry lusher, I meant lusher and not Luther damn predictive keyboard tool thing

LimaBean3000

A teaspoon of peanut butter when you are having a craving seems to help. Someone with 26 years of sobriety gave me that tip. :-)