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    Never Posted Before... been poking around the site for a couple of weeks now. Actually I've never posted a thread on any website so I hope this is working right. I've drank heavily the last 5 years. Been trying to cut back the last year with limited success - I'm in private counseling to work through some depression issues and the drinking. My physician has already prescribed Topomax and Campral to assist, but I have been unable to go AF for 4 days to start the Campral for max effect. I talked to my therapist about this program, and she suggested I talk with my physician of course before starting but had concerns that the CDs would not be effective for the hypnosis. I'd have to travel for a couple hours to a hypnotist as I live in a smaller community. What experience to people have with the CDs?

    Also - is there anyone out there who has had success with moderation?? A lot of talk that it is a personal choice, but no one that suggests it is a likely outcome...

    I'm ordering the book today and hope this is the answer for me. This is small town America and inpatient treatment would be hard on my career and my family, but I can't seem to leave it alone...
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    :welcome:

    Hi Travis,

    I'm a big fan of this program. I've been a heavy drinker for way too long (30 years off and on). I wanted to quit smoking once and for all, and in order to do that, I had to give up the beer also. I've been here a couple of months. I take most of the supplements, and I really do feel the cd's work for me. I also did a set of hypnotherapy and subliminal cd's for stop smoking. I believe a combination of all of the tools of the program, and quite a bit of reading have been a major factor of my success. I am able to moderate. I hesitate to mention that, because a lot of members here have learned that isn't the way for them. but that hope is what attracted me to the book in the first place. I've gone from 20-30 beers per week to that many in a month. And that number is going down also.

    I hope this has been helpful for you. Keep coming here and posting. The place is more active at different times of the day.

    _______________
    NF since June 1, 2008
    AF since September 28, 2008
    DrunkFree since June 1, 2008
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    :wings: In memory of MDbiker aka Bear.
    5/4/2010 In loving memory of MaryAnne. I pray you've found peace my friend.
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    The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.ray:

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      #3
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      Welcome, Travis....

      Order the book (or you can download it at the Healthstore here)....that will explain the MWO program.

      When I started, I ordered the MWO Starter Pack, which has all the vitamins and supplements your body needs to begin the road to recovery. I also ordered the 4 cd package. I think they really did help the first 30 days....

      This is a great site, with wonderful people who can guide and support you along the way. We can't do it for you. There is no magic....no miracle cures. It's just a matter of you deciding you want to change and then doing the work to make those changes.

      So, do some more research, keep reading and posting here. Ask questions, get to know the folks here, and when you are ready to start, we're here to help you.

      We can get you through the first few days if you are willing to "walk the walk"...

      And as far as moderating.....most will advise you must do a period of AF before attempting to mod. You need to cleanse your system of all the toxins. You need to break the bad habits and it takes some time to do it.

      The fact of the matter, Travis, is most of us would like to be able to mod, but very few of us can. After all, if we could moderate and control the amount we drink, we wouldn't be here....

      But whether to attempt moderating or not is a personal decision you will have to make down the road. But first you should experience living AF for a while....

      You can PM me anytime....

      Don

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        Hi Travis,I live in a very small tight knit community as well; people even know how many trips to the shop you make in a week because everyone knows what everyone else is driving for a vehicle. It is harder than if you lived in a larger city.I have been having success with moderation; but it did not happen over night. It's taken a while to get there and this has only happened recently. I do have moments where the urge to drink is very strong; and drink in mass quanities to "help" with the stress I am going though right now. But the next day, it's only made things worse. Shiraz and Cabernet + telephone, email and text messages are not good friends in that state. I have a wonderful man who helps me through these times; and when I am weak or need that extra push he helps me through it. It's always helpful to have someone, no one should have to go through this alone. Have you talked to your family about it yet or is this still something you are working on your own?

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          Hi Travis,
          This is a great place. Loads of help and advice from some fantastic people.
          I've been here for about 18 months, on and off, and I am a completely different, (in a good way I hope) person than when I first came here.
          I've tried the CD's. I find them very useful for relaxing. I sometimes fall asleep listening, but the message seems to be getting through. Like Gia, I have a very special person who helps me out when I need it. That's what this place is all about Travis.... It's brilliant.
          Good luck in your journey.

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            Popeye;319275 wrote: Hi Travis,
            This is a great place. Loads of help and advice from some fantastic people.
            I've been here for about 18 months, on and off, and I am a completely different, (in a good way I hope) person than when I first came here.
            I've tried the CD's. I find them very useful for relaxing. I sometimes fall asleep listening, but the message seems to be getting through. Like Gia, I have a very special person who helps me out when I need it. That's what this place is all about Travis.... It's brilliant.
            Good luck in your journey.
            Ah, thanks Popeye.

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              Travis, welcome. It's very brave of you to take that first step and admit you need help. Good job! So glad you stopped lurking and started posting. That means you are taking the steps in the right direction!

              There really isn't much more to add that has not alredy been said. Just remember that we are here for you every step of the way. Ask as many questions as you want. And read as many posts as you can.

              As, Chief mentioned you can download the book. This downloads very quickly and is an easy read (it's about 88 pages). Most people have it read in a day. I like to mention that because I've purchased many self help books and got a little frustrated that they take about a month to read. MWO is not like that. You can put this program into action as fast as you want to.

              I do not use the CDs, but the only complaints I hear about them are from people who admit that they are not using them as often as they are suppose to anyway. Others speak highly of them.

              Good luck. Looking forward to hearing more from you.

              Love, Me
              :l
              Alcohol is simply the device between success and failure.

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                Travis,
                Welcome to MWO.
                There are tons of people here with great advice and wisdom!
                I am still struggling along myself, but I definately wanted to jump in and say hello!
                Striving to live life without ALCOHOL

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                  #9
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                  Hi Travis!!! Everything has already been said but I just wanted to welcome you and hope you'll find Your Own Way Out. love Janicexxx
                  AF since 9 May 2012
                  Quit trying to control something that is uncontrollable (Bear February 08)

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                    Hi Travis

                    I am taking Campral - had been recommended it a long time ago but was told it's a waste of time taking it if you are still drinking, and it is only supposed to work if you truely want a shot at staying AF.

                    It's not a miracle cure but I hope it's making a difference for me! Either way since it doesn't have any sides, isn't habit forming nor sedative I am happy to try it. I have been getting intense cravings every 8-9 days and have to use several tools to get through them. I think at 7 1/2 weeks AF the beast is in a perfect position to tempt me back with promises that after 7 weeks I have healed the harm and one binge can't possibly hurt or take that away.

                    Apart from the odd battle I can tell you AF life is jolly good and your health, attitude, appearance and behaviour can only get better the further you are from a drink. Try 30 days and see if you really WANT to go back.

                    Well done on your first post.

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                      Gia;319271 wrote: Hi Travis,I live in a very small tight knit community as well; people even know how many trips to the shop you make in a week because everyone knows what everyone else is driving for a vehicle. It is harder than if you lived in a larger city.I have been having success with moderation; but it did not happen over night. It's taken a while to get there and this has only happened recently. I do have moments where the urge to drink is very strong; and drink in mass quanities to "help" with the stress I am going though right now. But the next day, it's only made things worse. Shiraz and Cabernet + telephone, email and text messages are not good friends in that state. I have a wonderful man who helps me through these times; and when I am weak or need that extra push he helps me through it. It's always helpful to have someone, no one should have to go through this alone. Have you talked to your family about it yet or is this still something you are working on your own?
                      Gia - My wife knows I have been struggling and looking for an alternative to inpatient treatment. The rest of my family is clueless about the issue and at this point I prefer it that way. I mean - they'll know it as soon as we attend our first family gathering and I don't leave with a buzz. Thanks for your reply and encouragement.

                      Travis

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                        :thanks:

                        Thanks to everyone for your words and encouragement. I'm ready to do something about this, but I can't fathom my life without the drink. I live in some of the premium wine country of the world and appreciate it with great food and great friends and it is so central to all of our gatherings. My family gatherings as well. My oldest daughter is getting old enough though now to notice if Daddy isn't quite right and I don't want them to struggle with this like I have. Is there just some point when you all said "Enough - I can do this" because I don't feel that yet. I just feel I have to do this but I don't think I can.

                        A forum like this is one thing I didn't have before. I can see how it could help. I'll download the book tonight and check in again tomorrow. Thanks again everyone.

                        Travis

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                          #13
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                          Travis,

                          :welcome: from me, too.

                          It is hard to even begin to fathom a life without alcohol.

                          That is why we who are trying for it generally attack it one day at a time (ODAT).

                          Read the book, think about how you want to proceed and good luck!!

                          Cindi
                          AF April 9, 2016

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                            #14
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                            Travis;319552 wrote: Gia - My wife knows I have been struggling and looking for an alternative to inpatient treatment.* The rest of my family is clueless about the issue and at this point I prefer it that way.* I mean - they'll know it as soon as we attend our first family gathering and I don't leave with a buzz.* Thanks for your reply and encouragement.Travis
                            The less my extended family knows about the struggles I go through with this, the better. Good luck to you Travis. We are all here for encouragement when you need it.

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                              Is there just some point when you all said "Enough - I can do this" because I don't feel that yet.
                              Travis, for me my day 3 here was my "enough - I can do this". I didn't think I could go AF after drinking heavy for over 15 yrs., especially after reading so many of the posts regarding the program. I almost didn't stay because I do not have medical insurance, so there was no getting on meds. I couldn't afford supps and hell, I couldn't afford the book never mind the Cds. I was sick with worry about making it because so many posts were about how everyone else was implementing all these tools. I figured I was fooling myself but I was also a fool if I didn't at least try. So 2 and a half days in, I had a huge fight with a family member. I was on the verge of tears and I was shaking. Not shaking from withdrawal, but from anger. I wanted a beer so bad but I came here first. Thank, God! I only had to read the few replies that I had from some wonderful members and the tears started flowing. It wasn't poetry. Just a few kind words of encouragement. That's when I said, "screw it, I want my life back". That was 123 days ago and I am proud to say that I am 126 days AF, cold turkey. These amazing people did it for me.

                              That's why I can not stress enough that when you feel that urge to drink, PLEASE come here first. If you haven't read anything that inspires you, then let someone know you need help asap.

                              Many people are waiting for it to "click". Your time will come. Keep the faith.

                              We are always here.

                              Love, Me
                              :l
                              Alcohol is simply the device between success and failure.

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