25 years old - weekly binger

[Londoner]

25 years old - weekly binger

Thanks for the replies, means a lot. It is easy to lose sight of where you were after a few good days/weeks/months.

I will be sticking around for sure

[3June2013]

25 years old - weekly binger

Hi Londoner are you on day 4 AF now? That's half way to a week, I bet you're feeling different? What plans do you have this weekend to keep out of trouble?

[Londoner]

25 years old - weekly binger

A week is easy as I am a once weekly social binge drinker. Friends are out at a bar tonight, I am in two mind as to whether to go out our not. I need to learn to enjoy social situations without alcohol.

The real test is clubbing or pubbing in the long term without drinking as my last seven years have revolved around socialising in the presence of alcohol

[Londoner]

25 years old - weekly binger

Do I go out into an alcohol fuelled environment, or put myself into isolation from social events?

In the past I get terrible social anxiety when it in crowded areas such as pubs, clubs and bars and not drinking

[LostSoul33]

25 years old - weekly binger

Londoner, I am going through the same thing. Everyone around me drinks and I find it impossible to be in social situations. What did you decide about going out tonight?

[Londoner]

25 years old - weekly binger

Staying in now. Had a quick look on Facebook and the two places I am meant to be are boozy. That is the trap for me... When others are doing it I don't want to miss out. But then the day after I wish I many waged my time, money and health.

I will either build up to socials slowly or chose things that I actually enjoy and fell comfortable in.

Unlike you, I am single so it is that bit harder IMO

[Guitarista]

25 years old - weekly binger

Hi Londoner,

Good on you for having a crack mate. You can do this, and i am sure you will.

Many of us find it too difficult and nerve racking to put ourselves in social situations where booze is around in early sobriety. Many find it is useful to get some alcohol free time under their belt first, through staying away from situations where booze is, and get some firmer footing in our sobriety, where we're feeling stronger.

Challenge yourself when you are feeling stronger and have some solid AF time. I am a working musician. A bar is my workplace. For me, now that i am stronger in my sobriety, i love being out amongst the nightlife. I am grateful i don't feel the need to drink or drug to enjoy myself. We have to workout what works for us. Come up with a custom Londoner AF kick arse plan.

Best wishes, G bloke.

[sweetpea29]

25 years old - weekly binger

Londoner;1522676 wrote: Do I go out into an alcohol fuelled environment, or put myself into isolation from social events?

In the past I get terrible social anxiety when it in crowded areas such as pubs, clubs and bars and not drinking

Hiya Londoner

I get terrible social anxiety and panic attacks too, even in the like of bloody Tesco. Its not a pleasant thing but good news is there are small steps one can take to adjust and cope in such environments without having turning to booze. It might be worth while speaking to your GP about it and see what support there is available to you in your area.

Well done for avoiding temptation tonight,

Best wishes to you xx

[Londoner]

25 years old - weekly binger

Boy am I glad I didn't cave in. Had a good Sunday today. Starting to wake up to the world slightly

[3June2013]

25 years old - weekly binger

Londoner so happy to hear you say that! Time is really what it's about right now. The longer you go without the better you will feel. I promise!

[Londoner]

25 years old - weekly binger

What a great week. I have made a lot of changes to my life in the last week. And today I feel great. I am one that would normally turn down any social opportunities that didn't involve alcohol. I would make white lies to protect myself and not go out. I would lose contact with friends and stay in apart from going out drinking.

Well this weekend I have organised and said yes to a few things. Playing sport tomorrow, then a business meeting and some work to deal with. And Sunday catching up with a friend who I have not seen for....... week, too long. All of these I would have made an excuse not to go to normally. In 25 for Christ's sake. Time to start living.

Today is a glimpse of what life can be like if I stay away from binging.

[sweetpea29]

25 years old - weekly binger

Good man yerself Londoner:goodjob:

Great to hear you sounding so positive

[3June2013]

25 years old - weekly binger

Londoner;1525218 wrote: What a great week. I have made a lot of changes to my life in the last week. And today I feel great. I am one that would normally turn down any social opportunities that didn't involve alcohol. I would make white lies to protect myself and not go out. I would lose contact with friends and stay in apart from going out drinking.

Well this weekend I have organised and said yes to a few things. Playing sport tomorrow, then a business meeting and some work to deal with. And Sunday catching up with a friend who I have not seen for....... week, too long. All of these I would have made an excuse not to go to normally. In 25 for Christ's sake. Time to start living.

Today is a glimpse of what life can be like if I stay away from binging.

So whenever you start to cave think back to this moment, ok? Changing up your routines will help a lot. Avoiding situations that are triggers might be a good idea for now. I am so happy for you! You sound so positive!

[Londoner]

25 years old - weekly binger

I'm sure my brain is a sensation seeker.

I have given up alcohol along with eating processed crappy foods.

I am sure my brain is urging me to relapse on anything that gives me instant gratification or numbs me to the real world.

I know these sensations will pass eventually.

[3June2013]

25 years old - weekly binger

Yep it's half physical and half mental I think. There are supplements that apparently help. Check on L Glutamine and Kudzu. I haven't tried them, made it on my own but all our bodies and experiences are different. Might help you! I was afraid of giving up one vice for another. But everyone said eat if you want to. I am now working on getting the sugar cravings under control. One day at a time my friend!