You ain’t weak. Like @Mno pointed, what did you wanted to accomplish by drinking? This is a golden question to keep in mind when it comes to cravings. Even today at 114 days I have to come on here to clear my mind because after lunch I started romancing the idea of getting drunk tonight. Just like that, out of nowhere…: but exactly not, it’s not out of nowhere. Because in addiction disorders the cravings (appart from physical ones) are a sign we need something; unfortunately we used to cope with our need so much with alcohol than now we see a bottle of wine in our head instead of recognizing that we are maybe hungry, sleepy, in need of comfort, of talking to someone, of being frustrated, etc. Fortunately we have cravings to tell ourselves that we need something. So when that idea of drinking pops up, turn yourself to what you think you’d need. Sometimes you just need to find something to get through the day. At 7pm I’d bet you’re more tired and less “strong” than in the morning or in the middle of the day. So maybe put that idea of drinking on the fact that you’re tired for the first couples of days and that you need to rest, hydrate, eat anything and distract yourself. Reward yourself with anything else than drinking, because drinking ain’t an option to take care of yourself.
You know the drinking path well enough. How about trying something new?
Still catching up on sleep. Got the kids ready for school and went back to bed. I work one shift tonight at the hospital- first shift, since November. I requested to be on call, but I believe I’m 3rd in line. Still hoping I get it Hope everyone has an awesome day!
this helped me so much. Like, I have tears! I am so physically useless today and just beating myself up for it. A whole day being hungover and exhausted. It was such a waste of the day. This is such good advice and I will be reflecting back on it again and again, thank you. Last night, it was to escape, loneliness, overwhelmed. I chased that buzz that never really came because, well, that buzz never really comes anymore. I look for it each time and each time, I’m disappointed. I have to try something else.
I’m looking into meetings around here. My fear is people will know. I’m probably being foolish by thinking people don’t as it is, but I always worry as I live in a small town. I’m sooo new at this. It’s all scary.
Joining this daily check in, I do better with accountability! Reached 10 days Going out for hubby’s birthday supper tonight but the friends we are going with don’t drink (he never has) so I am not worried. However, I still REALLY need to work on not romanticizing the drink… has always been my downfall in the past. As soon as I start feeling better ( like I do now) I know I have to be vigilant! Loving this site and thank you all for sharing
One love man. Fingers crossed you get some good sleep in. I’ve just been letting my body sleep if it needs it (when I can, I’ve been struggling recently). No alarm clock (the silver lining of losing my work). Maybe the following day will be shorter when I oversleep but at least my brain and body works better always after some good zzzzz
Pretty stoked, last week I talked to one of the safety officers at work…and we got to talking about lifting and how the other I lifted with was kind of tearing me up. Well the kid added me on FB and asked if I wanted to lift, so went and lifted with him today and did deadlifts, we shot the shit and found out he’s sober as well and yeah he gave me some good pointers and was impressed that I got 325 on deadlift for not lifting in a couple months. Idk kind of a random post, but it helped brighten my day up a lil. Much love
Day 218.
Had a good day of biking and gym time. I don’t cook much but I’ve attempted an eggplant recipe; I’ll lyk how it goes!
I’m sure it won’t look like the picture but hopefully it tastes good!
Thank you to my TS family for your love!
4.87
Feeling a bit low. Not sure if it is the coming milestone that I have been building up a bit, feeling taken advantage of at home, my eating going haywire again (whether that is cause or effect I don’t know). I have everything to be grateful for, but not feeling it atm.
Day 101. Thank you all for the shoutouts and love! @M-be-free49, I’d be happy to oversee the baking for @marcusmaximus2000’s celebratory treats! Such an awesome occasion doesn’t need any kitchen nightmares. @Briella, hang in here. You’re doing so well, and while today may be a struggle, I know you have it in you to fall asleep sober tonight and wake up sober tomorrow morning. @RosaCanDo, it sounds like you have a good outlook on how to move forward with your beloved Chucho. Chin up. You’ve got this. Apparently I’m just going to keep getting work phone calls all night long, so I’ll have to check in with more of you tomorrow. Have a good evening, y’all!
Checking in tonight January 5th 2021
Results came back NEGATIVE for Covid 19
Had to go to the hospital tonight i thought i was having an asthma attack but it turns out i have acute bronchitis i have to put working out to the side for the meant time wich SUCKS cause i love working out but i need my rest
Hope everyone has an awesome day!
this helped me so much. Like, I have tears! I am so physically useless today and just beating myself up for it. A whole day being hungover and exhausted. It was such a waste of the day. This is such good advice and I will be reflecting back on it again and again, thank you. Last night, it was to escape, loneliness, overwhelmed. I chased that buzz that never really came because, well, that buzz never really comes anymore. I look for it each time and each time, I’m disappointed. I have to try something else.
Going out for hubby’s birthday supper tonight but the friends we are going with don’t drink (he never has) so I am not worried. However, I still REALLY need to work on not romanticizing the drink… has always been my downfall in the past. As soon as I start feeling better ( like I do now) I know I have to be vigilant! Loving this site and thank you all for sharing 
