Barracuda7

Having neglected most duties/chores for a long time, now one week of not drinking, there is still much needing attention. I find I can do one or two chores, then am exhausted. Instead of pushing myself, I'm taking naps, resting, etc. I'm hoping the energy level will increase. Feedback appreciated.

sunitfin

I've been sober since February, and the fatigue is still killing me! 11hours at night and I'm still napping in the day (I work from Home which doesn't help)

I am very fit and never had a problem with fatigue before even during heavy training.

Wish I could say it got better but so far my energy hasn't returned, hopefully soon it will!

Dee74

I think a lot of us underestimate the toll active addiction takes on our bodies.
Give your mind and body a little time to heal - it took me over a month but energy will come back

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Sasha4

I slept loads too.
I used to go to bed about 8pm and sleep and sleep and sleep.
I think its from years of never falling sleep naturally as opposed to crashing out after far too much to drink.

I did find that having a sugary drink or snack around 3pm to 4pm perked me up a bit.
I work full time and on the way home I would stop for a hot chocolate or a fresh orange juice or a doughnut, grapes or a milk shake.
It perked me up a bit and stopped any thoughts of drinking creeping in.

Alcohol has many calories and sugar and I think for my body it was a shock not to have that through alcohol anymore.

Go easy on yourself too.
Don't overload yourself with chores and too much sorting out.
I set myself a few tasks every evening and that was that.
An hour here or there soon starts to clear the decks.

I wish you the best xx

CreativeThinker

I can relate! My DH and I stopped drinking almost a month ago and both of us feel the need for an afternoon nap daily. He's napping/snoring as I write this.

The last few days I've had a bit more energy, but still feel a bit lethargic.

Hang in there and give your body the rest it needs.

oakleaf82

If your body is telling you to rest, then rest. I would also advise taking a look at your nutrition as well. That also gets neglected when drinking. Getting rest and making sure you are eating healthy meals should help!

Anna

Yes, just do what you can each day and rest when you need to. It's important to listen to your body.

PhoenixJ

If the fatigue is not going away- perhaps a checkup with your doctor might be a good idea.

rmeatgt350

Day 9 here. The fatigue is actually worse now than during the first week for me. I feel good but very, very tired and lethargic. Seems to be par for the course however it seems a lot of people in early recovery are vitamin deficient. I head to the go Thursday. I'd make an appt with DR for sure just for peace of mind.