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[wanttostop7]

Hi! I don't have much of a story to tell but alot of questions and I am so motivated by all of you! I like my beer-a little too much-It would not be so bad if I just drank when my husband and I go out but I also like to have a few after work while cooking, while relaxing on the computer, and it has gotten to the point of needing one or two in the morning. I want to and will take control I just know I need the right knowledge and support to help me through-I had to put my dog down (cancer) in November (we have no children he was my kid!) and my Dad passed away in April-I noticed that I have gotten worse through all of this time. Last weekend I drank alot all day long Saturday and Sunday-I woke up Monday at 1:30am soooooo sick and could not sleep and sweating and shakes-I know it was not withdrawal as alot of alcohol still had to be in my system. Whatever it was it scared me enough -as I took off of work for 3 days sick after that-to come here and register. I have enough love and support in my life to give me every reason to be healthy again-my husband is great-although he does not quite know yet how bad this has gotten and we have gotten two more great dogs! I also have great family and friends but most of all I want to do this for myself-I want me back!
So here are my questions;
-How bad/long is withdrawal if I cut down? (I typically have 7 beers/day in week maybe twice as much a day on the weekend)
-What can I do about the horrible shakes I get at work during the day?
-So confused about supplements! I take Campral now-what is everyone's basic supplement regime?
-How did you get off of your morning drinks?
Thanks to all for listening!!:new:

[Guest]

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Hi wanttostop7 and welcome.
Your username says it all, as I`ve always maintained wanting to stop is the first step to stopping.
Sorry you`ve had sad times, but like you say you have a loving and supportive hubby and family which really will go a long way to helping you stop for YOU.

Am sorry that I can`t offer advice on meds. or supps., as I have chosen to curb my drinking without..........loads of people here will give you advice on these though and their own personal experiences.

I wish you much success,

Starlight Impress

[Doggygirl]

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Hi wanttostop and welcome!! This is a great support forum, and the My Way Out program is great for stopping the madness - at least that's my ever not so humble opinion so far!!!

I can totally relate to the escalating drinking patterns you describe - that was me too and I finally scared myself enough, and got SICK enough of having no life outside of drinking that I wanted BADLY to change it. Sounds like you will have good support at home which is a wonderful bonus. Your two new doggies NEED you!!!

If you have not already done so I would strongly recommend that you download the My Way Out book. That's one of the best $12 I have ever spent. I think it is worth understanding the entire My Way Out program in it's baseline form before deciding how to tailor the program for YOU.

I am taking the full range of recommended supplements, and I bought them here. There is a lot of variance in quality in the supplements game, and I didn't want to take any chances. And obviously the recommended products in the recommended quantities and combinations has been tested and proven by RJ and the MWO team.

I also do the Hypnosis CD's - also purchased here.

The other part of the program in base line form is medication - Campral is one of the recommended options and it sounds you are already have a prescription? Have you been taking it, but still drinking? IIRC, I think that is one of the meds that loses effectiveness eventually if you drink while taking it??? I ordered Topomax from out of country - so the supplements and CD's arrived first. I was having good success with the supps and CD's, so have not even taken Topmax. I would suggest lots of reading in the section on the prescription medications if you haven't already done that.

Anyway, I can tell you that with the supps and CD's and support of this community, I have 12 Alcohol Free days under my belt. You mileage may vary, but for me, this has gone about 2956748575 times easier than the first 12 days without cigarettes - which i quit almost 5 months ago. I KNOW I can stop drinking if I keep wanting to be stopped this badly, and keep following this program.

Best wishes!!!! PM me or ask out loud if i can answer any more questions. And the folks with WAY WAY more experience than me will come along too!

DG
Day 12 AF * * * * * * * * * * * * (my gold stars!)

[Doggygirl]

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Oops...here is a link somebody kindly provided me early on about withdrawl when I was asking the same questions you are asking. Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal

You can also use the 'Search" feature for withdrawl here and lots of good info pops up. I did not see a doctor (which of course is always recommended). I did review the potential symptoms with Mr. Doggy and he kept a close eye on me for any of the bad ones that might mean a trip to the hospital.

The most bothersome symptoms I've had are inability to get a good, straight up night of sleep (still a problem, but being AF is worth it and I'll tough it out). I also felt really spacey or "Kerfluffled" as i like to say - I love made up words. I would mix up words and somethings things just wouldn't come out right. I would make really strange typos - more and different than usual. That has passed - my level of kerfluffedness now is more a "normal" level LOL!

Hope that helps too.
Dg

[PinkLady]

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Good Morning All!

Wanttostop --- Welcome. Unfortunately, I don't have any advice for you since I am just starting out too. I did some lurking here for awhile, and bought the book. I read all the way to the "get started" section, and then I stopped. It talked about seeing a doctor, and I wasn't ready for that. (You know, embarrassed, ashamed...) Well, the drinking continued through the month and 2 vacations until I finally realized --- once again ---that this has to stop. Luckily, someone reached out to me in a private message (Thanks so much!!!) and that began my journey anew. The stories she shared were inspirational and honest --- it gave me hope. With her encouragement, I finally bit the bullet and ordered the CD and Supplements last Friday. I can't wait until everything arrives so that I can start getting my life back. I have a doctors appointment tomorrow.

I have the same questions as you. I just keep reading all the posts and I do hear the the Supps help with a lot of the symptoms. As I start myself, I will let you know how it is going.

Doggiegirl --- great advice! I look forward to reading your posts each day. Congratulations on Day 12!!!

Enjoy your day! ) Just posting here is a big step in the right direction!

[wanttostop7]

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Thanks to all of you I really look forward to this journey-
Doggiegirl yes I have been taking Campral while still drinking-I take it I'm defeating the purpose?
thanks again! Will be checking in more and more! And of course I am here for all of you too!!

[Doggygirl]

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wanttostop7;167609 wrote: Thanks to all of you I really look forward to this journey-
Doggiegirl yes I have been taking Campral while still drinking-I take it I'm defeating the purpose?
thanks again! Will be checking in more and more! And of course I am here for all of you too!!

Want to - make sure to check in with the medications section and you can do some searches using that feature, and/or post the question about drinking while still on Campral. I have no experience personally with that or any other prescription med. I recall reading that one of the meds - and I think it's Campral but I'm not 100% can be problematic in that way. I know there are several regular posters here who DO take it, and/or are very knowledgeable.

Welcome again and we're happy to have you along on this incredible journey to take our lives back!!

DG
Day 12 AF

[retteacher]

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Hi Wantostop: As Starlight said your screen name says it all. I too have everything I need to be happy: great hubby, children, & grandkids who love me, sweet dog, lovely home, etc. For me, the drinking was progressive...it sneaked up on me. I came here because I was drinking to black-out at least 3 times a week. My family knew something was wrong, but I hid it well. I don't take any supplements, but that's just me. Plenty of folks here at MWO swear by them.

I joined MWO in April, & I have been AF since July 10th which is fantastic for me. The first few months were very erratic. Now that I'm getting out from under the alcoholic fog, I feel free & easy for the first time in a long time. I come here (mostly to newbies) everyday & read & share. It's been the biggest help for me. I read books that members suggest & take all advice that feels doable for me.

Keep coming. We need you as much as you need us. Mary

[kitkatsue]

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Welcome wantotstop,

Lorzepam helped me with the withdrawal, but for the shaking I needed to get B complex, B 12 sublingual, ( under the tongue ), and 200mg of B6.

I finally got up the nerve to tell my doctor I had been over drinking, she also has me taking a multi vitamin.

I believe when you drink for a long period of time, your body seriously needs more vitamins.

Also MWO has info on some very good supplements.

kitkat