bandicoot2

This information was a life saver for me. Best wishes!

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...influence.html

SimplyFree

Thanks for the link and the encouragement. I know this is possible especially with the support of others.

bronzie

I'm on another day 1 today as well. I know what you mean by getting past day 3, it's like that for me too, which is why I end up bingeing every few days. I'm done with repeating this same cycle because it's not getting me anywhere, just keep on spinning my wheels never taking off. I offer you encouragement and best wishes, especially in these first few days. You are not alone. Stay strong!

SimplyFree

Thanks Bronzie! That 3rd day and on is tough. I made it to 5 days last week, but it still was tough. I expect at some point is gets easier. I keep hoping to make it long enough for the lying voice in my head to die off. But I certainly hate day 1.

SimplyFree

Day 2.... Plenty of stress a anxieties for today

Mizzuno

I also had issues getting past day 3. The thing is, this problem only gets worse and becomes monumental. The one thing I can count on with sobriety is being level. Emotions are in check. Mental faculties are firing correctly and my body is thankful. You can do this and be better off for it.

Sc0ot3r2017

Hey simply,

Hang in there today is day two for me also...We can do this!!! If you need anything reach out...i have bad panic and anxiety disorder...let me know if you need anything...also i have had the same issue with day 3

Scottie

FreedomHorse

Hi SimplyFree, so many have said this...but it takes a lot of faith to push back against what seems like waves crashing into the shore early on. Just hold your ground, stand firm and you'll make it to day 5 (you already know you can get there) and then on to six before you know it!

SimplyFree

You people are amazing. I knew today would be a difficult day, and it isn't​ over yet, but being able to see your understanding and encouragement, helps immensely. I have all the reasons I need to go medicate, but I won't.

Thanks!!!

SimplyFree

I'm not a victim or a weak personality, but today is being brutal. Just a thing. I will keep coming back and rereading, otherwise tomorrow is another day one and I have to change my start date. It's all in my mind and I know it!

Soberwolf

Stick with us your last post summed it up

JennaRose

Congratulations! Stay strong. Reach out for help when you need it, it's out there! You never have to go through day 1 or even day 3 again!!

SimplyFree

Maybe I just need to eat something......

Soberwolf

Do you have any ice cream ?

SimplyFree

Lol.....truth is I'm very lactose intolerant. I would be sick for sure, but not from alcohol. I'd have to be on a Day one staying away from dairy this time. :-)

SimplyFree

Day2 done........what relief

bandicoot2

Great job SimplyFree. Stay close to SR and keep posting and learning.
Maybe try changing up your normal routine if a certain time of day triggers you?
LOTS of water to flush out the toxins, simple healthy food, many naps, many long walks and calming herbal teas got me through the early days.

SimplyFree

Day 3. I did this last week, I'm hoping this week is better. The good news, as it is, I have had only one night of consumption in the last 8 days. That is because of the people here. Still it's not the goal, so here goes day 3 headed for a new reality.

Soberwolf

Nice job on day 3

FreedomHorse

Hi! You wrote...

Your first quote is a perfect example of how this is very much only in our minds and how our minds need to change! It's hard to believe but not everyone thinks this way and definitely not to the degree of drinking too much.

We CAN look at everything differently...e.g. instead of "I have all reasons to medicate" change our responses and coping mechanisms to "I have all the more reason to exercise"....or <insert any good thing here>...

I believe the same goes for being happy and wanting to celebrate...we need to find new/better ways to respond.