How to--one day at a time

[lead366]

OK....I finally understand that the most important thing for newbies is to really "GRASP"...what one day at a time means.....White knuckle?....NO..no need.

One thing that really helped me in treatment ( and I subsequently forgot...LMFAO) was this...

Each morning.....ask and promise yourself..."what one or two things will I do today......to help me advance my recovery?".....

Today?.......I will carefully prepare and totally enjoy 3 highly nutritious gluten free meals.

..................I will have a lovely and gentle workout.

..................I will have an epsom salt bath....to aid toxin removal.

..................I will contribute to MWO forums

Im actually looking forward to the above.....and the result will be going to sleep with peace.

I will worry about tomorrow?.....Tomorrow.

[Bella]

How to--one day at a time

Fantastic lead..i like it. Xx

[j-vo]

How to--one day at a time

Lead, great idea! Setting a few healthy goals in the morning is wonderful and sets you up for a great day!

[lead366]

How to--one day at a time

IT WORKS!!! )

This morning I had a delicious and humongous breakfast....Loaded with nutrients and protein....and was satisfied...clean up was a snap...cost was little.

Then a little MWO work...( fun)....and then my gentle workout.........and then an amazing lunch.

Today?....I have put in enjoyable work on my recovery.

Oh...and tonight watch the olympics of course---for inspiration looking at those amazing athletes.

[Emilbus001]

How to--one day at a time

Glad to hear things are going well Lead. I also had a nice day! I cooked a delicious breakfast, went to the park on this gorgeous day (at least here the weather is beautiful) and did a lot of cleaning around the house. It's funny how much more we take care of ourselves and our surroundings when we're sober. I even floss now! lol. Holding on tight. Trying not to worry about tomorrow, as you said. Just being here now. One moment at a time.

[Pavati]

How to--one day at a time

Hi, Lead:

I didn't get the one day at a time concept until I quit, either. Makes so much sense. I don't have to think about that camping trip this July - I just have to be sober today. Phew.

Your day sounds lovely. I had a great one, too (although I snuck in some ice cream at the end... not so healthy). Glad you're doing well.

[lead366]

How to--one day at a time

Hello Folks:

Thanks for the comments......I did do all the above I mentioned---relaxing with olympics and yes--I too had a little ice cream. Anywaysssssss......Yes----there was no thought of drinking even though Im having crappy sleeps and a real foggy head today---I did not care Since I am soooo stoked about being clean.....AND.....AND...I understand this takes patience...Which?????.....Lol......Alcoholics dont have.

So?...Hello patience)

Hey Emilbus.....Just hold on and be kind to yourself....the brave white knuckle thing need not be. Keep writing...this writing is helping me a lot.

[Mein Sonnenschein]

How to--one day at a time

Lead, thank you for the wonderful thread! The "one day at a time" method seems so conceptually easy, but in reality this is difficult for so many of us. I constantly struggle to stay in the moment. Setting small goals (one or two per day) seems like the smart way to go.

[maji]

How to--one day at a time

Hi All,

Great discussion, and lead setting oneself up for the day with the positive intentions you describe, simple basic things is great advice.

It makes all the difference to the achievement when not drinking, it seems impossible to follow through when drinking that then sets up the negative spiral leading down into guilt, shame and more guilt and shame to despair!

One thing that has always struck me and that I repeated to myself over and over during very difficult times is 'do I have everything I need right now?' in the now moment and invariably the answer was always yes.

It is funny when people talk about doing something tomorrow, because we cannot ever do something tomorrow, we can intend to do something tomorrow but we can only do something in the NOW. So really one day at a time is something not only for us but for all, there is no past, no future only NOW.

:h

[DreamThinkDo]

How to--one day at a time

Pav and Lead - in my book, some ice cream and no Al is a much better choice than no ice cream and a whole lot of Al. (I'm using that argument to justify a lot of things at the moment... :blush

[lead366]

How to--one day at a time

I agree Maji...when I was drinking....washing my car was an achievement....and usually after talking myself out of it 6 or 7 times. lol

Flu like symptoms this morn........not clear at all...day 6...thought I would be wayyyyyy better.

It seems that the hangover affect from relapses just get worse and worse with each relapse.

Any thoughts or experience on this?

Anyways...no AL for me

Thanks

[damo180]

How to--one day at a time

Great thread and tips , helping me today , thanks
Damo

[NotHappyHourHappyLife]

How to--one day at a time

Hi Lead... nice to "meet you"~ I'm Patty.

How are you feeling today? Did the flu find you down for the count?
:l

[lead366]

How to--one day at a time

Hi Patty...Hello All.

Over the flu like symptoms...my head is lightening up tremendously....and?....its still one day at a time. I had some hectic travel Tuesd thru Friday and no urge at all for AL. Good news

Today I have had my usual boring and uneventful timetable with AL thoughts about once per hour but not on a crave basis...only on an "how do I progress from here basis"?

A couple food shopping trips for whole foods, a car wash, a swim and some fun TV...and surf some Al sites. Been reading some good books and will post soon.

Im sleeping a ton!.....Usually 9 hours at night and an hour nap during the day...I wake up a few times but get back to snoozin immediately.

Im quite certain about these supplements being sooooo helpful...they sure ease the crave and have brought down anxiety a whole lot.

Im still uncertain where my life will lead me but I dont care right now.....the next year I will just amble along in a state of gratitude enjoying a new way of waking up---UN_HUNGOVER.

I have read much...and this has helped alot as well.....and MWO has been a blessing.

Blessings to you all...Im at the end of day 11 and pretty much AL free for 100/150 last days.

For anyone new?......its like taking up golf or any other difficult sport....5 steps forward...six back---then ten forward. The key is to stay on MESSAGE....and keep striving for an AF life.

Im getting better...I can feel it

[lead366]

How to--one day at a time

Well?....another day....another success........I treated myself gently today....and did a few things to aid my recovery

#1....Ultra healthy and nutritious breakfast....and urge surfed a cinnamon bun away...Yayyyyy..It worked!!

#2....Had two luxurious hot tub sessions

#3....Had a fantastic massage from my 12 year veteran masseuse ...wonderful

#4...took all my supplements

Relaxed and read and watched olympics to see how champions live...My gawwwwwd

Anyways...my fog has lifted...I see light..and my sleeps are much more peaceful.

Blessings to all on MWO.......I have not even a hint of desire for AL