I've tried before, but this time is different- because i want help
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I've tried before, but this time is different- because i want help
Hello, my name is Nick and i have been a severe alcoholic for 4 years. I have been drinking for at least 10 years (if not more). I am 24 years old. i have 3 DUI'S and im currently dealing with the third (its a nightmare). I've made several attempts to quit drinking, but have never asked for help until recently. This is part of the reason i joined today because i need help and advice from people who share the same disease. my last drink was the afternoon of yesterday, as i was trying to taper off. Today i am finally feeling somewhat better, but im afraid the depression and anxiety will soon follow.
There are a million more things i could say about my drinking, but id like to just start there. Any advice for me? any suggestions for overcoming withdrawls?
There are a million more things i could say about my drinking, but id like to just start there. Any advice for me? any suggestions for overcoming withdrawls?
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Welcome to the Forum Nick!! 
Having a plan with plenty of support built into that plan is important, for me as the days went on I would convince myself things weren't too bad, this time it would be different, I can control my drinking, and if I was isolated, there was only going to be one outcome.
Instead I needed something outside of myself to keep me focused on the task at hand, short circuit my own addiction.
Log into SR each day, join a daily thread, read threads, have a look around, remain active, alternatively people attend meetings, but don't isolate yourself, and don't be alone, alcohol is just waiting to convince and sell you once again all the great reasons as to why drinking would be a good idea, don't let it.
I once had the penny drop when the question was posed, why would SR or AA be needed if this could be cracked on our own? if the switch was so easy to simply turn off? . . . that person was onto something!!
You'll find loads of support here on SR, great to have you onboard!!
Having a plan with plenty of support built into that plan is important, for me as the days went on I would convince myself things weren't too bad, this time it would be different, I can control my drinking, and if I was isolated, there was only going to be one outcome.
Instead I needed something outside of myself to keep me focused on the task at hand, short circuit my own addiction.
Log into SR each day, join a daily thread, read threads, have a look around, remain active, alternatively people attend meetings, but don't isolate yourself, and don't be alone, alcohol is just waiting to convince and sell you once again all the great reasons as to why drinking would be a good idea, don't let it.
I once had the penny drop when the question was posed, why would SR or AA be needed if this could be cracked on our own? if the switch was so easy to simply turn off? . . . that person was onto something!!
You'll find loads of support here on SR, great to have you onboard!!
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Hi Nick,
I am newly dry..again. I have relapsed so many times and have been an alcoholic for 30 years. I have found the best way to get through the physical crap of quitting booze is to rest, drink tons of water, eat healthy food, and keep your mind occupied. Movies, video games, long showers, exercising...anything. These feelings will pass, and you will get stronger! Tell that old friend (booze), you are done!!
Be well!!
I am newly dry..again. I have relapsed so many times and have been an alcoholic for 30 years. I have found the best way to get through the physical crap of quitting booze is to rest, drink tons of water, eat healthy food, and keep your mind occupied. Movies, video games, long showers, exercising...anything. These feelings will pass, and you will get stronger! Tell that old friend (booze), you are done!!
Be well!!
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Welcome to SR Nick
some good advice here already...if you're concerned about withdrawals seeing a Dr is always best...but I think some level of discomfort is inevitable really.
Keep hydrated, make sure you eat well and hopefully you'll feel better in a few days
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some good advice here already...if you're concerned about withdrawals seeing a Dr is always best...but I think some level of discomfort is inevitable really.
Keep hydrated, make sure you eat well and hopefully you'll feel better in a few days
D
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You can't 'overcome' withdrawals, but you can ride it out and start feeling better in a few days. If you have troubling symptoms, see your doctor for help. Withdrawal can be dangerous so be safe.
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Originally Posted by readytochange92 
but this time is different- because i want help
i see milwaukee has >150 meetings/ week - more in nearby communities
Alcoholics Anonymous Milwaukee - Home
helped me
God bless
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well everyone, its day 4 of sobriety and my body feels 100% better than what it did on the 20th. ive been working every day and haven't had any major cravings until today. trying to keep my mind right. i keep telling myself i never want to feel as hungover/withdrawn as i did. i think working is playing a major role in my sobriety (since i have been). as far as meetings go , part of my 3rd owi offense agreement is going to two meetings per week. i will also be required to have a mobile breathalizer that i carry around with me at all times that will go off every few hours. along with an ankle bracelet and only being allowed to leave for 12 hours a day. That part is what is stressing me out the most. I will most likely lose my job because of this and thinking about this is a major trigger for me
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I hope the meetings will help - it might be a good opportunity to get a sponsor too and do the whole programme?
I hope you'll accept and get used to the various things you have to wear or do.
Getting stressed about them and considering drinking again will only make the consequences worse if there was a next time, Nick?
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I hope you'll accept and get used to the various things you have to wear or do.
Getting stressed about them and considering drinking again will only make the consequences worse if there was a next time, Nick?
D
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