Trying to start over
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Join Date: Oct 2016
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Trying to start over
Hey guys posted on hear awhile ago. I realized in 2016 I was developing some pretty bad habits, During that time I had gone periods of being sober and then would start drinking again... followed by periods of not drinking.
after Christmas this year I stopped completely! I found my joy in life again I went 2 months and really enjoyed being complete sober. I got to the point where I could go out with friends and enjoy their company without beer or alcohol and even had the ability to have 1-3 drinks and cut it off... with no desire for anymore. I had started preparing for a bodybuilding show and was amazed at how my body was changing without alcohol.
In March our state locked down due to Covid. I am still working out and eating well but I started drinking again and hate myself for it. I feel like I am doing it out of boredom and hoping it makes this go faster. I did not drink last night and want to keep this going and am looking for some support. I really thought I was done with this and cannot believe the circumstances that brought me back 😒
after Christmas this year I stopped completely! I found my joy in life again I went 2 months and really enjoyed being complete sober. I got to the point where I could go out with friends and enjoy their company without beer or alcohol and even had the ability to have 1-3 drinks and cut it off... with no desire for anymore. I had started preparing for a bodybuilding show and was amazed at how my body was changing without alcohol.
In March our state locked down due to Covid. I am still working out and eating well but I started drinking again and hate myself for it. I feel like I am doing it out of boredom and hoping it makes this go faster. I did not drink last night and want to keep this going and am looking for some support. I really thought I was done with this and cannot believe the circumstances that brought me back 😒
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Join Date: Apr 2020
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Eating healthy and exercise while drinking never worked for me, cancelled each other out. I was never so busy when I was drinking, all I did was drink. I am in lock down solo and challenge myself to something new everyday. Want to join me?
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Join Date: May 2016
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Your mistake was to have one to three and cut it off. After a while you can not cut it off. Try again and when you are feeling great and can go out with your friends and have a good time don't pick up a drink. You will have a much better time.
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Hi Golfnut,
Try to be kind to yourself and get back to working on your recovery. My suggestion would be to come up with a plan to beat the boredom. Find some things you can do at home that you would enjoy - hobbies, music, books, whatever you like. And it might be a good idea to stay away from people using alcohol for awhile, until you feel more confident.
Try to be kind to yourself and get back to working on your recovery. My suggestion would be to come up with a plan to beat the boredom. Find some things you can do at home that you would enjoy - hobbies, music, books, whatever you like. And it might be a good idea to stay away from people using alcohol for awhile, until you feel more confident.
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Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: London
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I would adding a long walk to your exercise regime (presuming you are allowed) Physical tiredness is good for combating cravings. Once the current situation ends I would avoid going out with your friends in drinking situations for at least 6 months as the temptation is too great and it never stays at 1 to 3 drinks. You can do it, one day at a time.
Good luck.
Good luck.
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Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: MN
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Former BB'er here, I did not drink any alcohol in the 6 months prior to a contest, it messes with your metabolism. I started my diet about 14 weeks out.
I personally think BB'ers have an intense personality, and while it took until I was in my late 30's the alcohol bug bit me pretty hard and I had to admit I was an alcoholic and quit drinking. Quit in 2015 and had a relapse in 2019. Back sober again and very thankful. Wish you the best.
I personally think BB'ers have an intense personality, and while it took until I was in my late 30's the alcohol bug bit me pretty hard and I had to admit I was an alcoholic and quit drinking. Quit in 2015 and had a relapse in 2019. Back sober again and very thankful. Wish you the best.
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