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Old 04-12-2016, 07:51 AM
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day 4 need some support

I'm on day 4 and I'm doing OK, but I feel odd. I don't wanna use and I'm looking forward to cleaning and
tea and watching television tonight I can't explain the feeling kinda short fused and moody and I need that something to make me happy. I don't know what to do really
I actually tried to post this earlier but it wouldnt work. I actually feel better now and excited for my sober evening
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Old 04-12-2016, 07:53 AM
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Sometimes I just let myself feel short fused and moody and yell at the TV or go for a walk and yell at people in my head. Don't know why, but it makes me laugh at myself and feel better.
Glad you are excited for your sober evening!
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Old 04-12-2016, 07:59 AM
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I think , in early recovery, we have to find new and healthy ways to bring happiness and peace into our lives. Walking works wonders for me, and so does music and a good book. Day 4 is awesome!
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Old 04-12-2016, 07:59 AM
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It is because u r detoxing. Remember u are addicted to booze. It will take a long time to stabilize.
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Old 04-12-2016, 08:04 AM
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What D122y says is true--I could never make the connection between withdrawal symptoms and withdrawal. I simply knew I felt bad and using would fix it.

Give yourself a break and put some extra effort into recovery during these difficult times--things will get better.
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Old 04-12-2016, 08:09 AM
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Hi Laura XXX,

I certainly find some days harder than others. I try to start my day with what I am grateful for to set the mood in positive motion.
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Old 04-12-2016, 10:06 AM
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Thanks for all your support. I love my relaxing music, baths and reading too. I have actuallyordered a bath pillow to make my baths even better . Sober evening and roll on day 5 xx
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Old 04-12-2016, 10:24 AM
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My first few days completely off alcohol were very bumpy as far as my temper and mood go. I used some breathing techniques and continuing to experiment with meditation, keep at it and I want to congratulate you on day 5, I know it's tomorrow but I believe your will make it right onto day 6, I am looking forward to day 9 tomorrow
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Old 04-12-2016, 10:34 AM
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Day 4 here too. I'm just home and having a healthy tea...I recently got a hula hoop and I've found putting on some music and hooping always helps my mood! Bit tricky in my flat tho.
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Old 04-12-2016, 03:41 PM
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I know it's not easy, but give your mind and body a little time to recover Laura.

I forgot how to feel happy without drinking...in time, you'll re-discover that happiness doesn't come from a bottle too

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Old 04-12-2016, 04:33 PM
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Rigorous work outs are helping me then a good dinner when I get home. Been watching a lot of movies too. Many classics and blockbusters that I either missed or don't remember bc I was too hammered. Almost feels like getting some of the time back...
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Old 04-12-2016, 04:35 PM
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I had forgotten how to be happy so drinking too. Then I couldn't be happy WITH it in my life. What a nightmare this affliction is...
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Old 04-12-2016, 04:57 PM
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I'm on day 4 also. I find a big glass of lemon water helps when the cravings hit.
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Old 04-12-2016, 05:02 PM
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Day Four was my worst...it got better from there.

Enjoy your tea and your tub...another sober morning arriving soon!
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Old 04-12-2016, 05:19 PM
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B vitamins and kava Kava and then some peace and calming essential oil! Squeeze a lemon half and inhale the oil from the rind. Happy oils
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Old 04-12-2016, 06:08 PM
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Days 3-5 seem to be the day people new to recovery feel better and.....we all know the rest. Stay strong Lauraxxx
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Old 04-12-2016, 07:36 PM
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learning i didn't need something to make me "happy" (have to put it in quotation marks since by the time i stopped drinking didn't actually make me happy at all) and learning to be okay no matter how i feel....one of the hugely good things that can come with ongoing sobriety.
keep going. congratulations on your sober days.
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Old 04-12-2016, 11:24 PM
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Bath pillows are awesome, I need to order one also:-)
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