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Originally Posted by Dee74
(Post 7196695)
Hi NB I dunno if that's common in withdrawal but I've experienced the same before. Stay focused and try not to worry too much - things should look better tomorrow :) D |
Hi. I will join you all. Day 1. I can't keep on the way I have. I just want to cry from being sick of the cycle. My anxiety is at an all time high and I'm loosing hope in everything. I plan to post frequently and reach out the second cravings pop up. I will be doing SMART Recovery meetings. Being gentle with myself, eating well, meditating, journaling and saying affirmations. I need to find a way to push through the eff-it let's have a drink thoughts. |
Citrus, I just wanted to tell you it took me numerous cycles like you are having to finally get it right. The meetings and self-care will help--but sometimes you need to build momentum through persistence. I suggest you keep tweaking your recovery plan and you will find the formula that works :grouphug: |
Day 3 almost over, I didn’t drink today. I’m tired, but less foggy than yesterday, and very limited physical symptoms (mild headache only). I noticed a few times that I immediately spotted any alcohol around me today (I’m in a big city right now), but I immediately quenched any desires. I don’t drink anymore, so why would I pay extra attention to where the alcohol is? Good night all, I look forward to waking up without a hangover again. FT |
Just going to bed day 3 was better but had only an hour sleep last night hoping I can get some sleep tonight See you all tomorrow 🙏🏻 For all of us to have another sober day 1 day at a time |
Welcome Citrus :) I think posting every day, or multiple times a day. is a good thing to aim for :) D |
morn all just a quick hi as i have alcohol clinic this morn. Good to see so many joining and are posting x keep up the good work all x |
I need to join the June 2019 class. Been drinking heavily 3 times a week. Originally from April 2014....fell off July 2015. Then November 2018 to Jan 2019. 1 week sober today..... Hi to all the class. Look forward to hearing from you all. |
Glad you made it back Obo - welcome :) D |
Thanks Dee. Good to be welcomed back! |
Morning all. Day 3 here. Woke up super early, so going to hit gym before work. Cravings were minimal during the day, but hit pretty hard Saturday night. I went to bed instead. A small victory I suppose. I have gotten into a pretty intense routine of exercise which keeps me focused and accountable to some degree. Everyone have a safe and sober day. BC. |
Good morning everyone, starting day 4 now. Slept fitfully, woke up several times, but no bad dreams. When I still drank I had some horrible dreams, but haven’t had that since I stopped. I think it’s because I’m better to myself that I don’t have bad dreams now. I look forward to day 4! Keep up the good work everyone! FT |
Day 3 check in. Tired but doing well this morning. Set a loose plan for the day - includes a trip to my favourite cinema, getting a long walk in and basically keeping things simple. I have just looked up and downloaded some of the sobriety podcasts I listened to last time around - they were so helpful. Listening to them helps reinforce the message and helps me to control and set the agenda. |
Day 24 still waking up in middle of the night feeling like i am jumping out of my skin with restless legs and lucid alcohol and drug dreams but going strong. Because of alcohol and drugs I was never really able to sort out many of my psychological issues. Have been putting the pieces together on the long walks I have been taking.Hope everyone has a good sober day! |
Originally Posted by DJ1
(Post 7195867)
I have been a member for 10 years I quit alcohol last June lasted several months then relapsed :( I’ve been treating my body like garbage with booze for most of my adult life ! Enough is enough my health is getting worse time to do things different but I’m in 24 hours sober |
Originally Posted by DJ1
(Post 7196202)
Waking up here in Florida day 2 last night was a rough one not much sleep sweats were so bad & racing heart usual paranoia I have had lots of first days but this is definitely my worst bout of withdrawals :( finally got to sleep at 5 woke at 8 feeling exhausted but on to day 2 reading all up on kindling. Now even more I have to concur this beast once & for all !! Happy sober days ahead this time before I started I made a list of all the things to do daily & change what I normally would do at drinking time Off to start my list have a great day all |
welcome creativespirit :) D |
Originally Posted by creativespirit9
(Post 7197441)
Same- Ive been quitting for years.. I will be able to go weeks without overdoing it and think "I dont have a problem" until the next time I have major binge. My body has grown to hate alcohol- I flush and my heart races when I drink. Im done- last drink May 31 and I am not going to drink anymore. It’s not going to be easy but we have to do it |
Day 4 checking in ! well it’s definitely true every time you relapse the symptoms get worse but I made it through the night. With 2 hours of sweaty sleep :( eventually the body will have to sleep I can’t wait for those long deep sober sleeps have a great day everyone |
Originally Posted by Dee74
(Post 7197454)
welcome creativespirit :) D |
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