The giving up/cutting down alcohol support thread! Part 5

honeybear_2

I had one of those internal debates this morning about whether or not to go to work Seeing as I got a headache within about 30 seconds of waking up I decided staying home was probably sensible. As it turns out I'm so glad I did cos I'm actually feeling worse as the day goes on

*goes off to feel sorry for self some more*

winebox

115K wrote: »

I think I'm an alcoholic because my mind and body gets such a reaction to alcohol and I love the effects. I don't think I will ever end up on the streets from drinking but I do know I waste a lot of money on drinking and I do worry a bit about my health.
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See I'm back already! I didn't mean I was going awol for ages it's more that I have too much other stuff going on at the mo & therefore far less time to be on here.

Anyways - the above comment from 115K is exactly how I feel about myself, although I suspect it's a red rag / bull comment to GC!! lol I can picture the reply....."this is how it all starts"....and in many cases quite true.

For myself, I would say I have enough control & always will have not to let things get to extremes - I won't lose my home, or my job, and I am 100% certain that will always be so. What I might well lose is my health which so far seems fairly robust but I know that won't /can't continue indefinitely....I need that control to kick in sooner then it does.

I am going to ask to come off the list if I may HB as I am finding that has a negative effect on me! I'm not that bothered about AF days - I'm happy to be drinking every day as long as it's in moderation & I'm doing quite well on that front. I am learning that I CAN enjoy a drink or two without getting bladdered, & the thought I can do it again the next day takes the "pressure" off to drink lots as I'm going to be "depriving" myself with AF-ness thereafter.

Does that make sense? Had to get a week's worth of garble into one post..:rolleyes:

ETA (I can't shut up now) - in the long term I realise ill-health might jeopardise my job, I meant I'll never lose it due to time off with a hangover, or being drunk in work etc. Equally, I'll never drive over the limit.

barshamhillbilly

winebox wrote: »

For myself, I would say I have enough control & always will have not to let things get to extremes - I won't lose my home, or my job, and I am 100% certain that will always be so. What I might well lose is my health which so far seems fairly robust but I know that won't /can't continue indefinitely....I need that control to kick in sooner then it does.

I am going to ask to come off the list if I may HB as I am finding that has a negative effect on me! I'm not that bothered about AF days - I'm happy to be drinking every day as long as it's in moderation & I'm doing quite well on that front. I am learning that I CAN enjoy a drink or two without getting bladdered, & the thought I can do it again the next day takes the "pressure" off to drink lots as I'm going to be "depriving" myself with AF-ness thereafter.

ETA (I can't shut up now) - in the long term I realise ill-health might jeopardise my job, I meant I'll never lose it due to time off with a hangover, or being drunk in work etc. Equally, I'll never drive over the limit.

I wasn't going to post any more as I feel I can shove my foot in my mouth, but Winebox , thats EXACTLY how I feel. You must have read my mind

Anyway - slopes off again to , where was it, Lurkodom

BHB
xx

mollypolly

barshamhillbilly wrote: »

I wasn't going to post any more as I feel I can shove my foot in my mouth, but Winebox , thats EXACTLY how I feel. You must have read my mind

Anyway - slopes off again to , where was it, Lurkodom

BHB
xx

No No:eek::eek: Please Stay!!!!!

Although, Lurkdom can't be too far away as Lurky manages to come back most days:D:D

honeybear_2

Winebox, I've taken you off the list. Do pop back from time & let us know how you are, cos it's always great to see you

BHB, hope you don't lurk for too long (but do pop into Chateau Lurks while you're there & tell us all about it )

115K

9th day AF for me today.:j

I did drink yesterday but I'm back on the detox tablets today.:eek::p

I hope you feel better soon Honeybear.

Pippilongstocking

honeybear wrote: »

I had one of those internal debates this morning about whether or not to go to work Seeing as I got a headache within about 30 seconds of waking up I decided staying home was probably sensible. As it turns out I'm so glad I did cos I'm actually feeling worse as the day goes on

*goes off to feel sorry for self some more*

Hugs hunny - get well soon - those of you onwards to Lurkdom don't stay away for too long - please - I know lots of us get where you are coming from.

After all diversity is the name of the game

Lurkio

fayjmck wrote: »

After all diversity is the name of the game

Can someone tell ABBA that?

Lurkio

Lurkdom is a fine place (where I am king!!)

Its not too far, and anyone visiting is more than welcome to pop in to Chateau Lurks for a raspberry cordial or two.

But winebox and Sir William - PLEASE KEEP POSTING. Unless it is having a real detrimental effect on yourselves, your mere presence helps others

graemecarter

winebox wrote: »

Anyways - the above comment from 115K is exactly how I feel about myself, although I suspect it's a red rag / bull comment to GC!! lol I can picture the reply....."this is how it all starts"....and in many cases quite true.

I quite agree. This is the case with many people on here. They will NOT get into serious trouble with their drinking. Some will, many won't.
Not red rag at all - you have read what I said and considered it, and I respect that.

For myself, I would say I have enough control & always will have not to let things get to extremes - I won't lose my home, or my job, and I am 100% certain that will always be so. What I might well lose is my health which so far seems fairly robust but I know that won't /can't continue indefinitely....I need that control to kick in sooner then it does.

I am glad that is the case. Please don't lose too much of your health and vitality in the future

I am going to ask to come off the list if I may HB as I am finding that has a negative effect on me! I'm not that bothered about AF days - I'm happy to be drinking every day as long as it's in moderation & I'm doing quite well on that front. I am learning that I CAN enjoy a drink or two without getting bladdered, & the thought I can do it again the next day takes the "pressure" off to drink lots as I'm going to be "depriving" myself with AF-ness thereafter.

I don't count days AF either.
Anyone who can stick to RDAs of weekly and daily units has nothing to worry about IMO. Sounds like everything is ok with you :T You feel happy with the amount you are drinking so I am sure all is fine