Today is Day ONE!????

[TrappedDad]

I am going to try to make today day one. I have some questions...

1.) I have tried lemon water in the past, doesn't work. any other suggestions?

2.) Anxiety. I have a script for Xanax. Does it count as an AL free day in the beginning if I use it?

3.) Boredom. When the wife goes to sleep the demon wakes up! Does this sound familiar to anyone? what do you do to get over this time?

That is all I have for now. I am not convinced yet, but I am about 70% there that I will give it a go today.

Bring on the advice!

[NoraC]

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#2 - It absolutely does count as AF. Use whatever tools you need to keep from drinking. That is why it was prescribed. It is natural for your body to feel anxiety when you first stop drinking. Use the Xanax to control that.

#3 - Stick to this site like glue. Or read. Or do a puzzle. Or watch a movie. Or stand on your head. Do anything but drink. :l:l


:goodjob: Trap!

[Brigitte Bardot]

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Hi there Trapped,

1.) I have tried lemon water in the past, doesn't work. Any other suggestions?
Lemon water is more of a way to fill up your glass with something other then AL, but is also good for you. I use it in replace of beer, since I love cold beverages, and I prefer either Pelegrino or Perrier. I'm not a big fan of still water.

2.) Anxiety. I have a script for Xanax. Does it count as an AL free day in the beginning if I use it?
Ofcourse it does! You didn't drink AL, therefore it is an AL free day.

3.) Boredom. When the wife goes to sleep the demon wakes up! Does this sound familiar to anyone? what do you do to get over this time?
We all get bored, find something to fill up the time, some sort of a distraction. Pick up a book, watch TV, come on here, cook something..anything, hell even go to bed early for a little mommy and daddy time (wink wink).

You can do this! Just put your mind to it and get through one day. You may get withdrawls if you've been drinking heavily..and you may not. But you'll never know until you take the plunge and really try. Good luck my friend!

[mama bear]

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Trapped...we will all be here to help you get through this. I have been drinking sweet tea like crazy...not the best for you but whatever works right? Alot of folks here drink herbal teas, too.
Definately use the xanax...my doctor proescribed klonopin and point blank told me to use it if needed instead of drink

[greeneyes]

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Yay dad!!!! Go for it!!

1) lemon water has a purpose - to help you body rid itself of toxins. Right now, drink what you'd like to drink - caffeine free preferably. I like seltzer water with a splash of cranberry juice and a squeeze of lime. Keep a glass of something in your hand to keep it busy.

2) in my opinion, xanax is not AL; AL free is AL free. Go for it if you need it, but don't use it as a replacement.

3) perhaps something different? something you don't associate with AL. A man-project like organizing your workbench sort of thing? Plan a weekend get-away? Solitaire, crossword puzzle? Mediation or yoga DVD? Rent movies you like.

Hope that helps some. YOU CAN DO THIS!!! IT'S ONLY FOR TODAY!!!

[sunshinedaisies]

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Go You Trap - tomorrow is my DAY ONE!!!! Let me know how you do - I will be in your shoes tomorrow!!! Wish us both lots of luck - I think I will opt for going to sleep initially re the boredom!!

hugs to you, Love, Sun xx

[Choochie]

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Good for you Trap. Sending you peace and strength.:l

[Long Road]

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I LUV u new guys. The new sober life is the best. Being sober around the others is oddly fun.
ENJOY!!!

[K9Lover]

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Hi Trapped,
Yay! I'm so glad you've (almost) decided to make this day one! You will never regret not drinking!

1) I drink flavored water...Vitamin Water or Fuze.
2) If you don't drink alcohol, that makes it an alcohol free day. I use Ativan from time to time myself.
3) I watched so many movies the first few weeks. Read a good book. Organize the garage. Anything to keep you distracted.

Hang in there. You CAN do this, and we're behind you all the way!!

K9

[Wagoneer]

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I have posted this before but for some reason Spicy Tomato juice with lemon or lime over ice really helps me. Also any sparkling water - Perrier is my fav, but seltzer water will do in a pinch. As far as the demon waking up, like everyone said, make a plan - watch TV, read, whatever. I never had that problem since I am not a great sleeper anyway and by the time bedtime rolls around I can barely move I'm so exhausted. Plus when I was drinking I would just be OUT as soon as I hit the bed. Good luck to you today - you are strong, you just don't believe it yet

[TrappedDad]

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Thank you everyone! Now I am 75% convinced...off to pick up my son and transfer him from pre-school to daycare. Keep the encouragement coming. It keeps getting harder the closer to 5pm it gets!

[K9Lover]

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Come on everyone, lets get Trapped all the way to 100%!!!

Why don't you jump into Chat tonight Trapped, there's always something interesting going on in there. While we can get a bit silly sometimes, if anyone needs us we immediately try to help!

[one2many]

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1. I used fruit juice mixed with sparkling water, it will take you a few tries to find one that you really like.

2. There is no alcohol in Xanax, go for it if it takes the edge off, but as Greenie says, don't use it as a replacement.

3. In the early days, I used to come on here and post music, read old posts, go into chat etc etc, it kept me and my hands busy and before I knew it, it was time for bed.

I PROMISE you one thing TD, if you do today and get that one AF day done, it will pave the way for many others, the first is the worst and you WILL make it....it's a matter of hanging on and getting thru the night, it is not easy but it IS doable and you will be delighted with yourself in the morn...



Oh and for the boredom thing....

150 Things To Do Instead of Drinking



1. Read a book
2. Take a walk
3. Play a musical instrument
4. Knit
5. Clean your closets
6. Research your genealogy
7. Cook a gourmet dinner
8. Write an article for your local newspaper
9. Go take some pictures
10. Clean the mildew in your bathroom
11. Start writing that book you've been planning
12. Plan a garden
13. Plant a garden
14. Play with a pet
15. Read to a child
16. Visit someone in an old folks' home
17. Watch a news special on TV
18. Set up a family budget
19. Make a web site
20. Take up archery
21. Exercise
22. Go to an online recovery meeting
23. Surf the internet
24. Call your mom
25. Learn a foreign language
26. Write a poem
27. Play golf
28. Take a bubble bath
29. Draw
30. Teach a parakeet to whistle
31. Take a nap
32. Listen to music
33. Paint
34. Clean your desk
35. Start a stamp collection
36. Go window shopping
37. Browse in a book store
38. Go to an art gallery
39. Go for a drive
40. Paint a room
41. Watch the clouds go by
42. Play darts
43. Do target shooting
44. Do home repairs
45. Clean your garage
46. Sort your photographs
47. Make a scrapbook
48. Climb a tree
49. Plant a tree
50. Make marmalade
51. Make a list of things to do
52. Write a letter to the editor
53. Volunteer somewhere
54. Take a hike
55. Take a college class
56. Try yoga
57. Meditate
58. Get a massage
59. Make fruit smoothies
60. Bake cookies
61. Do a crossword puzzle
62. Go to the gym
63. Plant a color bowl
64. Sharpen your pruning tools
65. Change your engine oil
66. Sew
67. Groom your dog
68. Go see a play
69. Write a sonnet
70. Sort your recipes
71. Play solitaire
72. Go bird watching
73. Write a letter to a friend
74. Read a poetry book
75. Repot your houseplants
76. Go to a movie
77. Mow your lawn
78. Put up (or take down) your Christmas lights
79. Make pickles
80. Go jogging
81. Watch sitcoms
82. Plan menus for a diet
83. Do a jigsaw puzzle
84. Play chess
85. Write a country-western song
86. Watch a video
87. Go for a bike ride
88. Plant an herb garden
89. Start an online journal
90. Dye your hair
91. Go to a restaurant
92. Lift weights
93. Bake some bread
94. Learn a martial art
95. Polish the furniture
96. Make a flower arrangement
97. Read the newspaper
98. Start some seeds
99. Sort your magazines
100. Do some laundry.
111. Take a nature walk
112. Play with your kids
113. Volunteer at a homeless shelter
114. Volunteer at a school
115. Pick up garbage in a park
116. Tickle your kids
117. Play basketball
118. Volunteer at an animal shelter
119. Read to a child or pet
120. Sign up for obedience training with your dog
121. Take a walk and pick up litter you see on the way
122. Spend time at the library
123. Sort all your digital photos and make an album to print for holiday gifts to family.
124. Help your kid organize his closet.
125. Figure out the melody and chords to your current favorite tune on the piano.
126. Practice your holiday cookie recipes
127. Make crackers from scratch (that one didn't go so well).
128. Make tortillas from scratch (better).
129. Reread a book you haven't read for years.
130. Tango
131. Learn about someone else?s religion.
132. Reread one of your college textbooks.
133. Key out a wildflower.
134. Do your nails.
135. Do word puzzles.
136. Play a board game.
137. Burn CD?s of some of your favorite music for a friend.
138. Plant a bonsai.
139. Play Mad Libs.
140. Speak only in heroic couplets for an hour.
141. Read poetry online.
142. Ride a stationary bicycle.
143. Set up a domino topple.
144. Play backgammon.
145. Build a house of cards
146. Make an entry in Wikipedia.
147. Read a world almanac.
148. Publish a family newsletter.
149. Throw cards at a hat.
150. Go to bed.
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[Accountable for Me]

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Quite the list, Oney! Love it!

Good for you, TD!! Sending you tons of strength to get through your first day.

When I quit, I went to bed early and just watched the TV. My mind and body was so exhausted from all the abuse, the bed was screaming at me. I also took a 5mg Melatonin to curb the anxiety and withdrawal symptoms. I felt really relaxed just laying there. I also slept like a log. (It helps with sleep).

Good luck to you! Let us know how you do.

[techie]

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Trapped,

I wish you the best. You have so many great suggestions to choose from. Oney list should get you through 2012. See you on the boards...Techie