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I Used To Know This Guy Nearly one year ago I knew this guy who was a daily drinker. Good guy, good family, good job. Just drank to much too often. He recognized there was an issue when he found himself thinking about alcohol too much- sometimes it would be he first thing that popped into his head in the morning. Sometimes he drank in the morning to manage a hangover. So, he tried to reduce his alcohol. Drinking only with others, drinking only beer, drinking only a certain number per week, etc. He describes this exercise as mentally taxing and unsuccessful. He flirted with quitting yet lacked the courage of those on this board to make an absolute decision. So, he continued to moderate until he nearly died. A significant health issue allowed him greater clarity on the type of life this guy wanted to live and the legacy he wanted to leave. Ironically the health scare had nothing to do with alcohol but provided the push he needed to quit. This guy approached the journey pretty untraditionally. No labels, no meetings, no counting. His keys? 1. Creating Intense Accountability and Accepting Forever Immediately by including his 10 year old in this decision to be healthier. 2. Recognizing and communicating that his decision is a choice, not punishment. Powerful. 3. Spending time on this website daily where being alcohol free is the norm rather than the exception. The thoughtfulness and generosity of spirit of those on the board is tremendous. Fast forward a year or so. Saw the guy in the mirror today while shaving. He's happier, healthier, and more prosperous. Every aspect of his life has improved. He's contentedly working in tandem rather than against the Universe and his place in it. He's training for a marathon and an ultra marathon in October. I'm proud of the courage and resolve that everyone on the board possesses (members or not) and genuinely beleive that everyone has the power within them to accomplish this epic goal. |
Great story Ultra; thank you for sharing. |
Fantastic inspirational post!! :You_Rock_ |
I used to know someone like that too, only now she's got her life together and is a lot happier sober. :) |
Fantastic post! :scoregood |
Great post, and congrats :) |
Ultramarathoner I really like the guy the guy you knew became. |
Thanks so much. Inspiring. |
Well Struck Sir!!!! Inspirational - keep up the good work!:c011: |
Well done Marathonman!!! Very inspiring.:You_Rock_ |
Congrats Ultramarathoner - Great post & a great journey :) D |
Originally Posted by Ultramarathoner
(Post 5474568)
Nearly one year ago I knew this guy who was a daily drinker. Good guy, good family, good job. Just drank to much too often. He recognized there was an issue when he found himself thinking about alcohol too much- sometimes it would be he first thing that popped into his head in the morning. Sometimes he drank in the morning to manage a hangover. So, he tried to reduce his alcohol. Drinking only with others, drinking only beer, drinking only a certain number per week, etc. He describes this exercise as mentally taxing and unsuccessful. He flirted with quitting yet lacked the courage of those on this board to make an absolute decision. So, he continued to moderate until he nearly died. A significant health issue allowed him greater clarity on the type of life this guy wanted to live and the legacy he wanted to leave. Ironically the health scare had nothing to do with alcohol but provided the push he needed to quit. This guy approached the journey pretty untraditionally. No labels, no meetings, no counting. His keys? 1. Creating Intense Accountability and Accepting Forever Immediately by including his 10 year old in this decision to be healthier. 2. Recognizing and communicating that his decision is a choice, not punishment. Powerful. 3. Spending time on this website daily where being alcohol free is the norm rather than the exception. The thoughtfulness and generosity of spirit of those on the board is tremendous. Fast forward a year or so. Saw the guy in the mirror today while shaving. He's happier, healthier, and more prosperous. Every aspect of his life has improved. He's contentedly working in tandem rather than against the Universe and his place in it. He's training for a marathon and an ultra marathon in October. I'm proud of the courage and resolve that everyone on the board possesses (members or not) and genuinely beleive that everyone has the power within them to accomplish this epic goal. |
Love it Ultramarathoner |
Originally Posted by Ultramarathoner
(Post 5474568)
I'm proud of the courage and resolve that everyone on the board possesses (members or not) and genuinely beleive that everyone has the power within them to accomplish this epic goal. What a beautiful post. Thank you for sharing your experiences -- they are a motivation and inspiration to everyone. You rock! |
Well crafted story, and the ending is phenomenal...or is it only the beginning??? |
Well done ultra, great post! |
Congratulations and thank you. That was inspired! |
Thank you for sharing.....great post! |
Congratulations on your recovery, UM. Keep on keeping on! |
Super inspirational post! Just awesome! |
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