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[Twitch]

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Hi chook, it does take over doesn't it? to a rediculous degree, I am on day 4 which is great then I think but it's such a struggle, do I have to do this, feel like this forever? I hope not,everyone here seem's to feel it get's better, hang on there with us and make it happen, xxxx Twitch/Tawnywitch

[ChickenNumber3]

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Like the Nickname 'Twitch'!
Yeah, you're right! Why do other people drink etc and not get sucked in to its power. I am really thinking just lately that I need to address the underlying causes..not the everyday triggers,but the 'big' issues,but that is daunting in itself!!!!!Aghhh!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for being there for me,
Chook

[Elsa]

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Hi
Hope no one minds me joining in this thread, I did 11 days AF at the start of this month, since then I have gone off the rails a bit, but I plan to start again tomorrow, I must do this for myself, no one else. Tomorrow I'll be taking this one day at a time, and hoping my dull old brain gets the importance of this this time.
Chicken & Twitch (love the new name by the way) - I would love to be able to have the odd drink, but I know I can't, like many others on this site. I don't have an off switch, I wish I did. I don't have a sad life story, I have no excuse, I guess my underlying cause has always been lack of confidence. But the AL, although short term works, long term it makes it worse.
Thanks for listening
Take care:l

[leaveinsilence]

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Thats it Elsa take it step by step, I'm doing that this time, I've tried so many times before always gone for the bigger picture but I know thats too high for me to aim this time around, so little tiny steps from now on and telling myself I didn't drink yesterday so whats so different that I need to drink today? After talking to people here I now know that I can't moderate my drinking and I never will so it's going to be the long haul this time and try not to go on a binge if I do slip again.

Just going into day 7 AF now, didn't believe I'd be doing that last Monday, just got to get through tomorrow and a wine free lunch... I bought some over the counter sleep stuff so I'm hoping that helps I need some sleep:upset:


Twitch I didn't see you today everything ok gal:l

Stay strong everyone and Much love:h

Hey chick I see you're doing well:goodjob:

[Jolie]

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Elsa - If you were used to drinking every day, then 11 days is awesome! Don't think for a minute that it wasn't - little steps and the will to start again - that's what's important. I'm on day 17 but know that I really can't moderate - once I start, I can't stop at just one glass of wine (that is if I'm home by myself) - not out in public - I do fine. Weird - huh? Hang in there - I'm not doing any of the meds or supplements - just trying to stay strong and keep positive. Like you - I don't have a sad life story which makes the guilt even worse - I feel like there is no excuse for me except boredom! Hang in there - it wil get better.
Twitch - you are here and that's what matters - this place is my salvation when I feel the urge to drink.
Leave - I use the over-the-counter sleep aid that isn't addicting - I do think it helps a little.
Chook - nice to see you again - hope you are doing well and I know what you mean about others being able to drink with no problems - you are not alone!

[ChickenNumber3]

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HI All!

Welcome new and old! Everyone is doing a great job! I wish I could say something totally inspiring right now, but it's that time of the month and just feel blergh!!!!
So on that note I shall not bore you with my pre-menstrual dribble!
Have a good one folks!Stay strong.
Chook

[Twitch]

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day 5 for me and I feel FANTASTIC!!

[ChickenNumber3]

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well done Twitch! yeehaaa!
chook

[Elsa]

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Hi
Twitch - well done, your doing great.
ChickenNumber3 - yep, know how you feel right now.
Jolie - Same here, never drink more than one glass in public, strictly an at home drunk, I've made too much of a fool of myself in the past. Congratulation on 17 days, thats fantastic.
leaveinsilence - again congratulations, you are all doing so well.
Thank you for the welcome, I will be jumping back on the wagon very soon, as for now I am just having 2 glasses a night, until I complete my plan, which starts Saturday. Wish me luck, and nag me to stick to that date, I'm an expert in putting things off.
Take care:l

[AKwineo]

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Hello Fellow divers,
So forgive my poor forum etiquette (because I am sure there is a thread out there), but this is my favorite thread and I feel like I know you guys. Has anyone tried the starter pack offered on this site. I am really considering purchasing it, but wanted to hear anyone's feedback.
AK-wino.

[AKwineo]

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Anybody still diving? I wanted to pop in and let you all know I am up to 6 pearls!

[ChickenNumber3]

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Hey AK..I'm in!!!

Tonight I will have 4 pearls to play with!!!!

Chook

[KatieB]

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Day 10 AF, yay!! 10 beautiful pearls..

[ChickenNumber3]

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Kbrown! well done! how beautiful are your well earned pearl's?
I commend you!

[mama bear]

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KBrown....I am so proud of you...I know you have been having a tough time....
Wineo....I bought the starter packincluding the L Glut...only2nd day on supps and have to wait 2 week for topa to get here......