starting out again for the millionth time

[anon]

starting out again for the millionth time

gertrude mcfuzz;874535 wrote: Good luck anon! Be strong, you can do it. Remember go easy, one day at a time, we will get there. Maybe because it's midweek, you could use something you have to do early in the morning as a reason to not drink, early morning something?? Jog? I'm not sure...

Already been out for a run. Cannot believe how brilliant it feels. While out running I worked on my tactics. As long as I am the driver I will not drink never even tempted then. I have made sure a run is set up for early morning tommorrow:thanks::h

[gertrude mcfuzz]

starting out again for the millionth time

Now thats a smart move too being the designated driver (didn't think of that, it has been a looong time since I have been designated driver)

[anon]

starting out again for the millionth time

Been out to the party loads of alcohol and I managed to resist. No pressure from anyone to drink. So releived and ready for bed without falling into it. Very frightened that this positive stuff will not last.

[techie]

starting out again for the millionth time

Hey you jumped a hugh hurdle. You did it anon. Tap into what worked for you at that party and use it going forward. Have a great night!

[alicia in trouble]

starting out again for the millionth time

Well done Anon! I can relate to the fear of the positive stuff not lasting. I am at the end of day four, just about off to bed and I managed to skip a couple of hurdles today. First of all, a midweek trip to the supermarket...all those offers for cheap alcohol, I daren't go anywhere near wines and spirits. Normally I would tell myself that I would probably be stressed after work and need a wee glass of wine to wind down and end up buying a '3 for 10 pound' special offer. (I would kid myself that I would just have a couple of glasses and leave the rest for the weekend and end up opening bottle no2 more often than not!)

The second hurdle..i was right about work being stressful. Sometimes in the past I would have popped out to the shops on my break and got something to take home with me, especially lately when my 'weekend only' rule has slipped a lot.

On both occasions I reminded myself of just how grotty I felt the last time I was hungover (Sunday) and thought better of it.

I am now at home, sitting in my jammies with a cup of tea and looking forward to a good sleep tonight without falling into bed semi conscious.

I am with you Anon, I too feel really positive and I am afraid it won't last...but then I had never logged into these forums before, so hopefully that will make a difference

:goodjob:

[Ringing Cedars]

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anon;875256 wrote: Been out to the party loads of alcohol and I managed to resist. No pressure from anyone to drink. So releived and ready for bed without falling into it. Very frightened that this positive stuff will not last.

:goodjob: anon. Keep those tactics in place. You'll do it!

[gertrude mcfuzz]

starting out again for the millionth time

Well done!

:goodjob: I'm very glad to hear you had an alcohol free party!

I know what you mean about the positive stuff not lasting. For me that is why I can't think ahead too far about it. I have to cope with each situation as it comes. For me that is my lack of coping with the chaos of life. Not turning to alcohol to cope with every bump in the road like I used to. I am day 6 today, and I can't believe it. I haven't made it past day 11 so am half way to my first goal. Have been a bit moody though.

Yes alicia - it is that thought of how completely rotten I feel the next day that is spurring me on!

[anon]

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Alicia-thank you so right about the hurdles
Gertrude Thanks for echoing my feelings
Techie thanks for the encouragement
Eveyone else thank you for your positive vibes.
Off to enjoy day 6, it is lovely sunny day and I slept in until 8 which is unusual since saturday (1st day AF) so cup of coffee and off for a run. Being retired has to have some benefit so freedom to use my time wisely looking after my body is going to be a priority.

[anon]

starting out again for the millionth time

Day 7. Sunny and warm. Facing up to dealing with stuff without AL is going to be tough but I am about to make a start today. Thanks for all the support folks.

[JackieClaire]

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Hi Anon,
7 days is a week and you're doing it with a great attitude. You're planning and thinking before the each of your events. On occasion I still use the arrive late, leave early strategy.
:goodjob:
J x
:l

[anon]

starting out again for the millionth time

JackieClaire;876574 wrote: Hi Anon,
7 days is a week and you're doing it with a great attitude. You're planning and thinking before the each of your events. On occasion I still use the arrive late, leave early strategy.
:goodjob:
J x
:l

Brilliant idea. I am so used to having loads to drink before I go and having to get there as early as possible to get more booze! :thanks:I am off for a run again cannot beleive this! :h

[gertrude mcfuzz]

starting out again for the millionth time

Way to go

You're doing great Anon
Good work on the running too. Running is hard! I started going to the gym a few weeks ago and can now manage interval training with 5 x 2 minute runs in between my walking. My aim is to be able to run for 15 mins, but it will take a while. It is a good way to see how unfit I am, but also very motivating.
I am day 7 with you, if I can get past the next 48hrs, I know I can make it to my first goal of 10 days AF.

Have a great AF weekend

[anon]

starting out again for the millionth time

gertrude mcfuzz;876591 wrote: You're doing great Anon
Good work on the running too. Running is hard! I started going to the gym a few weeks ago and can now manage interval training with 5 x 2 minute runs in between my walking. My aim is to be able to run for 15 mins, but it will take a while. It is a good way to see how unfit I am, but also very motivating.
I am day 7 with you, if I can get past the next 48hrs, I know I can make it to my first goal of 10 days AF.

Have a great AF weekend

Have you have got to day 7 before? Interval trining is great as you can measure your acheivement. I enjoy running so it is not so hard but so much easier without the booze. Will be thinking of you over the weekend. You have a head start on me in OZ as it is only midday Friday here! :goodjob:

[Determination]

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anon -

I feel like I could have started this thread. I did great about a year ago...then slipped and fell back into old habits - and yes, habit is a big issue for me. Tried again earlier this year, and like you said, I was too ashamed to come back here.

But, I just know that I can't continue this way - I have too much to lose and I don't like who I've become. I'm on day 3 right now AF and I know the cravings will come, and I am so focused on the fact that I know intellectually that the craving will go away - I just have to be strong.

You are doing wonderful. Keep up the great work!

[anon]

starting out again for the millionth time

GERTRUDE Sorry when I read posts again I see you got to day 11 before. let us get to day 12 together!
DETERMINATION So glad you came back it is sometimes so hard to post when you feel ashamed and maybe easier not too! Well done on day 3