I had a bit of an 'aha' moment, so I thought I'd share.
I started out wanting to moderate, and drink within the UK recommended weekly units. So I did 5 days AF, not too bad, then had a huge binge which resulted in a 2 day hangover. Then I did 7 days, and again drank much more than I planned to, more than I usually would. So, have decided to take advice and do 30 days AF. It's Friday today which is one of my big triggers, BUT because I'm committed to 30 days there is no choice to drink, which has made it easier. I sat with a friend who had 3 beers in an hour yesterday (after a yoga class!), drank my mineral water, and felt great, had it been a 'mod' day, I would have had a drink.
Another thing that pointed me in the 30 day direction was putting up with the same pattern of withdrawals after each time I drank. Whilst my symptoms are not major, they're enough to be annoying.
I know that different plans work for different people, and am in awe of anyone who is committed to moderation or abstinence, and am not advocating either method. but I need my 30 days.
Do whatever works for you. x
Happy Friday 13th!
B.x
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