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    #1

    Birthday Boy

    Hello everyone,

    Today is my 31st birthday and I really want it to be a day to remember. Having taken the day off work, I have had a couple too many and ruined my evening. Passed out on the stairs, I genuinely don't believe I had enough to do that, but I clearly must have. Bf is being very good but I know he hates this. So do I; I only want to be normal. I so want to not drink and for today to be the day I first don't - only.... well, you know

    So perhaps as I've mustered the courage today then today could be the day? I've been browsing the site for weeks and know you are all fab; I admit to you I have a problem - that's the first step right? Where from here?

    B x
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    #2
    Birthday Boy

    :welcome: and :bday7:

    Yes, admitting that you have a problem is the first step. I am glad that you are here and look forward to getting to know you. Do you have the MWO book? That is a great place to start. I wish you well as you begin this journey into the Good Life.
    "Decide-Which Voice in Your Head you Can Keep Alive" (Shinedown)

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      #3
      Birthday Boy

      Hi BB, yep this is a great place to get going on a new life. The book, supplements and lots of reading and posting would be my prescription for you.

      Welcome and a very happy birthday to you!
      Living now and not just existing since 9th July 2008
      Nicotine Free since 6th February 2009

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        #4
        Birthday Boy

        Thank you Seacailin. I did once read the MWO book, perhaps I should read it again. Had some kudzu from Holland and Barret (GB), have to admit it made no impact.

        No more drinks tonight - and tomorrow will be a new day. Hey, I am in the 31-40 demographic now so life will be very different! Toying with the idea of admitting the prob to the BF but it would not come as much surprise so may wait for a less emotive day.

        B x

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          #5
          Birthday Boy

          The GB kudzu isnt great. I had it. I use the MWO one now and the lglut. They do work.....for me anyway. Admitting is a toughie, i am sure you will know when its right to do or not.
          Living now and not just existing since 9th July 2008
          Nicotine Free since 6th February 2009

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            #6
            Birthday Boy

            I use the L-Glutamine and it has saved my butt.
            "Decide-Which Voice in Your Head you Can Keep Alive" (Shinedown)

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              #7
              Birthday Boy

              :hello2::colorwelcome::wave::bday7::groupluv: just read and learn what will work for you and ask as many question as you can think of ...good luck.. looking forward to learning more about you .. stay strong and think positive
              :beach: life does change as long as you are willing to change yourself ..
              best thing about the future it comes one day at a time..

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                #8
                Birthday Boy

                Cool. Thank you for your responses, I think I am about to be presented with cake so will post tomorrow. I hate cake. Why can alcohol not be like cake?

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                  #9
                  Birthday Boy

                  Any day can be Day 1. The present is always a good time to begin a new phase of your life.

                  One of the things I did on my first Day 1 was to make a list. This is of symptoms/problems that I no longer wish to tolerate.

                  Try it. The first thing on your list can be: "No more ruined Birthdays".

                  Here's my list:

                  Problems:

                  Mood changes
                  Anger – uncontrolled anger
                  Being tired all the time
                  Headaches
                  It takes twice as much “down time” for every up time.
                  No energy
                  Panic attacks
                  Emotionally fragile, crying over TV dogs.
                  Unable to think clearly
                  Need too much sleep; up to 14 hours a night.
                  Awake 3-4 times a night for toilet
                  Serotonin pleasure chemicals out of whack
                  Life on hold
                  No future, no interest in projects, no meaning to life.
                  No libido
                  No sex
                  Constantly popping pain killers to try to get rid of headaches
                  Sinus congestion
                  Night time post-nasal drip.
                  Morning nausea caused by night time drip

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                    #10
                    Birthday Boy

                    WOW..BOSS MAN ALWAYS SAYS IT SO WELL...YOU ARE VERY WELCOME HERE AND JUST IMAGINE HOW GREAT YOU WILL LOOK AND FEEL ON YOUR NEXT BIRTHDAY(HAPPY,HEALTHY AND SOBER).STAY CLOSE TO THIS SITE AND YOU WILL FIND GREAT SSUPPORT...
                    sigpicEyes on the PRIZE, a SOBER Future !!!

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                      #11
                      Birthday Boy

                      Welcome Boy:welcome:
                      I like cake but can take it or leave it, if only it were that easy with everything else!
                      I am on day 1 again today so happy to join you in your quest.
                      Enjoy the rest of your birthday!
                      :h
                      Bandit
                      There will come a time when you believe everything is finished. That will be the beginning.

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                        #12
                        Birthday Boy

                        Youve taken the first big step and posted. Well done boy. I look forward to hearing from you tmr and getting to know you better. Take care
                        To Infinity And Beyond!!

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                          #13
                          Birthday Boy

                          Happy Birthday Boy,

                          To quote my friend WorkInProgress, it's best to have a plan for success. Read the MWO book, use as much of the program as you can - meds, supps, cd's, exercise, diet, etc. - and come here for all the support you need. Willpower alone is usually not enough. It takes all the other elements to get us going the right direction on this most important journey. Some people choose to start a journal to chronicle their path which helps spot trigger situations and registers reminders of all the good feelings that come with sobriety. Good luck, enjoy your cake, and come back tomorrow!

                          Vera-b

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                            #14
                            Birthday Boy

                            Thank you....

                            ...everyone for your supportive posts. :thanks: Had a much better day today, been out, had a dinner appointment booked after work, but went for a long walk beforehand instead of drinking London out of aperitifs by 7pm...

                            Lots to think about. I gave up in Lent for 6 weeks with no problems at all and felt great, just need to get back on that wavelength I guess.

                            Really appreciate your kind words, think it's bedtime now but looking forward to speaking to more of you in the near future.

                            B x

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                              #15
                              Birthday Boy

                              What time zone are you in? I can chat if you want to... I am CST.
                              :l
                              LTG AF January 13, 2011

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