November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

[Miss Behaving]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Welcome to Sunshine, LTG, Cymru, Limers, starting, peanut .... and everyone else!

Like BH, I'm just starting day 4 ..... and feel great about it! I've have slipped and slid so much over the last couple of months, and had a lot of difficulty getting past more than 5-6 days. I know there are lots of people out there who feel the same, and who have the same difficulties - but good to keep hanging on in there all the same. However many times it takes!

I'm feeling a bit more resolute this time. Have a thing to go to tomorrow to listen to US election results .... I want to be there as I reckon it will be one of those occasions where you feel like being present for the making of history, and with some very good friends all of whom studied in the US ..... but it is at a pub!

Am alternately telling myself that I have my plan in place so I'll be fine, and telling myself to get through today first and think about tomorrow tomorrow....

[boozehag]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Just bought some sero-tonic which contain the 5htp, t-tryptophan, and B 3 and B6. I wonder how long before I am cured? I do feel a lot calmer but I only took them 5 minutes ago so it could be my imagination.
Also can any one tell me what is with hairdressers - you go in with your hair behind your ears as per usual and you come out with it all dragged onto your face and with a big puffball on your head. After paying to get it done you then have to put it back to normal! Hello sunshine gg I forgot to say hello to you earlier.
BH

[kittyhawk]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Day one for me.

Kittyhawk

[freeintexas]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Day three for me and it is kicking my ass...depressed and headaches and major craving. Using L-glut and kudzu. Waiting for tomorrow to get here and see what happens then. Surely it will get better.

[christyacc]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

boozehag;459824 wrote: Just bought some sero-tonic which contain the 5htp, t-tryptophan, and B 3 and B6. I wonder how long before I am cured? I do feel a lot calmer but I only took them 5 minutes ago so it could be my imagination.
Also can any one tell me what is with hairdressers - you go in with your hair behind your ears as per usual and you come out with it all dragged onto your face and with a big puffball on your head. After paying to get it done you then have to put it back to normal! Hello sunshine gg I forgot to say hello to you earlier.
BH

Hi BH...

I go to my hairdresser and tell her not to bother with the blow drying etc. I am like you, she does me all up and I feel stupid! She's a great friend of mine too!!!! lol Maybe she's doing it on purpose! lmao!!

[A Work in Progress]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

lostintexas;459852 wrote: Day three for me and it is kicking my ass...depressed and headaches and major craving. Using L-glut and kudzu. Waiting for tomorrow to get here and see what happens then. Surely it will get better.

Lost, it absolutely WILL get better. As Chief always says, just pretend you have the flu. It's the same thing. Your mind/brain/body are very busy now, and it doesn't feel good. That's OK. Just promise yourself you never have to do this again!

wip

[Miss Behaving]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Lost .... what WIP said. It will not only get better, it will get A LOT better!!

WIP - you had something in another post about trying to gain some de-tachment from the cravings/grumpiness and observing what is happening etc etc which I found really useful .... but I cant find it right now! Do you know what I mean and can you re-post it??!

I had some dental work done today and my mouth is sooooo sore and has left me with a headache too ...... just treated myself to a very sweet hot chocolate to cheer myself up!

[Miss Behaving]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

... and welcome Kitty!!

[freeintexas]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Thanks for your help WIP and Aunty Mame! And welcome Kitty! Hope your headache and toothache gets better Aunty Mame.

Have a good evening/day everyone!

[boozehag]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Evening all
Just about to tuck up for the night. Had some strong cravings on and off earlier this avo/evening which I was surprised to have given I only had the one night of binge drinking after 4 months modding. Obviously my small brain like the rest of me is easily led back down the AL path. Anyway I took the L-glut on and off all avo (you cant overdose on it can you ?) and the new sero tonic which I just bought and ate a big dinner and it went away after a while so I made it through but I was surprised at how strong the urge to drink was. If it is to keep up I think I will have to go back on the champix to help with the AL cravings as that is what got me through my original 30 days back in April. I noticed RJ has put a lot more stuff in her blog about champix being useful for AL cravings too in case that is of any interest to anyone. Lost in texas I hope you are feeling better now and that you made it through the night okay. And hello kitty hope you are doing okay too. Talk tomorrow. Day 5!
BH

[A Work in Progress]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Aunty Mame;459873 wrote:

WIP - you had something in another post about trying to gain some de-tachment from the cravings/grumpiness and observing what is happening etc etc which I found really useful .... but I cant find it right now! Do you know what I mean and can you re-post it??!

Mame, here's one version of what I said (it's in the "toolbox" thread):

Urge surfing is an important and very helpful way to deal with cravings. Every urge, impulse, or craving has a natural progression. It starts at zero, and then suddenly we become aware that the wish, desire, craving, or impulse has arisen in our minds. It can continue to get stronger, once it has arisen. And, eventually, it will fade away (so long as we do not give in to it). This is ALWAYS true for any and every craving or impulse.

Sometimes we have the (very false) impression that cravings are SO strong and powerful, that they will never go away and we MUST give in to them. One way to deal with that is to make a conscious effort to step back (mentally) and observe the craving, as if from a slight distance. Ask yourself: what am I thinking, what are the words running through my mind? Where am I feeling this craving in my body? Observe how the sensations and thoughts become uncomfortable; observe what the messages are that you might be telling yourself; and observe how you will soon become distracted, and find that you are thinking about something else... because the craving has faded away.

Once you have done that several times, you will have a different perspective on cravings, and you will be much better able to resist them. And you can always use this method, any time you find yourself struggling, or getting into a mental argument about whether or not you should or could have a drink.

[freeintexas]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Starting Day four for me today - took my vitamin B and one L-glut. I absolutely cannot take that allone stuff - it is awful. My cravings were so strong last night that I was actually in tears. Took librium from the doctor last night to calm me down, but am wondering--am I just trading one addiction for something else or is this just really helping me through? I want to do this so bad. Is the craving really going to go away? Every day I have to fight to keep from going to the liquor store during lunch and after work on the way home.

[Peanut]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Hi!!
Day 3 for me. No cravings yet as I have been not well. But am worried about tonight.
BH - I think I will take your advise and try the GABA - others seem to do well with it. Plus, bring a snack to the pool with me to replace my lost energy so I am not too hungry.

Lost - I know what you mean about those cravings that make you want to cry - last time I had one of those episodes, I had my hands around BF's neck!! (with his approval of course!!). What WIP outlined about Urge Surfing I did find interesting - try to step back and watch what you brain is doing. I've tried to step outside myself while the committee argues in my head, and it can be very entertaining (for a while, anyhow!!) If you can, jump into chat when the urges are really strong, and it is amazing how the other MWOers can help you get through it.

Must get to work - at least TRY to be productive today!!!!
xoxo Peanut

[christyacc]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

lostintexas;460162 wrote: Starting Day four for me today - took my vitamin B and one L-glut. I absolutely cannot take that allone stuff - it is awful. My cravings were so strong last night that I was actually in tears. Took librium from the doctor last night to calm me down, but am wondering--am I just trading one addiction for something else or is this just really helping me through? I want to do this so bad. Is the craving really going to go away? Every day I have to fight to keep from going to the liquor store during lunch and after work on the way home.

Hi lost....I am so sorry you are suffering. This shouldn't be so hard! Maybe you need something for the cravings....what about Topamax? I have heard amazing things about it, and in fact, I am supposed to finally getting my order from a month ago (Cdn. Customs hold up). I am going to take it to help me through December for the holidays. It doesn't have to be permanent but just long enough to get you through. That's what I am hoping for. Did you mention your dr not giving you Topa?

I know it doesn't feel like it right now, but you are doing awesome! I know there must be sometimes where you feel it's easier to drink than not to but this is so much more worth it. Did you mention Antabuse? If so, are you taking it?

I am sending you big hugs! I hope you are feeling better soon...treat yourself with care.....you are doing a fantastic job!!!!

I'm here for you! :h

Christy

[boozehag]

November A@@ kickers - day 1!!

Hi Lost
Yes I was about to say the same as Chrissy. Are you just trying to do it cold turkey. If so that will be really hard. The whole point of this program is to use as many tools you can get your hands on to help with the cravings and get a plan going. Hope you are okay today. Let us know.
BH