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[gyco]

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well done

amashed;803404 wrote: Things are going OK, did a 10k walk today. After being drunk / recovering for so long this is the biggest break that I?ve had and am finding that I feel better and am thinking much more clearly. My stomach is still getting upset from eating any spicy food but I know how much damage alcohol does to the stomach lining and it?ll take some time.

I?ve already done more since stopping drinking than I did in the last month, I?ve got to remember things like this when I next have a desire for a beer. So far I?m still too scared to even think about alcohol, but its when things get better and you start to forget the bad times is when trouble starts.

GF is soo much happier and has said how much better our life is without me drinking. Its IS better and better for us and better for me. Feeling positive.

hi amashed. well done,ive read your threads,wow,just in a few days and taalking to these fine people,just think if you stick around for a while how well youll do,really doesnt take much,dont take the 1st drink and youll be fine,took me years to figure tht out,i do wish you well gyco:goodjob::goodjob:

[YoungAtHeart]

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Well done, amashed! It really helps when you can see some of the benefits so soon. I am sending positive vibes your way. I'm glad that you are getting so much positive feedback from your GF.
:goodjob:

[catch22]

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Hi Amashed good to see you pulling through, keep up the good work, i have learn to accept that i cant do this on my own that i need help, AA meetings and counselling sessions to keep me on the right path. All the best and take care !

[Gumdrops]

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Amashed, I'm doing the same thing. I was drinking half a gallon of vodka every day and drinking ALL DAY LONG. Starting last weekend, I tapered down 1/4 gallon only once a day, and have now been alcohol free for 41 hours.

I'm having to force myself to eat and I'm drinking Ensure, milk, and orange juice. I think if I could get a decent meal in me, I'd feel much better, but you're right, it's tough!! Good luck!

[amashed]

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OK day 10. All alright. I’m keeping the mantra of ‘I will not drink today’ and just aiming for that.

Not doing as much exercise as I’d like but I’m eating, stomach is settling down and sleeping OK. Slightly boring, but better in so many ways.

[Gumdrops]

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Congratulations!!

[gyco]

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keep on trucking

amashed;805160 wrote: OK day 10. All alright. I?m keeping the mantra of ?I will not drink today? and just aiming for that.

Not doing as much exercise as I?d like but I?m eating, stomach is settling down and sleeping OK. Slightly boring, but better in so many ways.

hi amashed,10 days 100 days and thousand days,i was at a meeting last night,a gentleman had remarked and said it doesnt matter how many days you got,he has 20 years of sobriety,you only have to work on one at a time,great job,never for get the feeling of control,congrats gyco

[startingover]

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amashed;805160 wrote: OK day 10. All alright. I?m keeping the mantra of ?I will not drink today? and just aiming for that.

Not doing as much exercise as I?d like but I?m eating, stomach is settling down and sleeping OK. Slightly boring, but better in so many ways.

This is fantastic amashed.
Bear in mind that the sober lifestyle takes a while to build. You have changed an awful lot of habits in a very short space of time and feelings like boredom, anger, stress might crop up from time to time.
As you go on, you will find what floats your boat and what works for you. Just give yourself plenty of time, space and ideas.
Good stuff :l

[amashed]

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Thank you everyone. I’m still sticking with my I will not drink today.

It IS difficult, in the past I have drunk when sad, bored, happy, just anything (or some would say any excuse to have a drink). I find that I’m staying in more at the moment. I guess the outside is scary. I’m not getting agoraphobic but just staying in more at the moment.

But I’m getting on better with the gf, health is improving (even though I keep promising to go swimming and then don’t) and the ache in my lower back has gone. Just hanging on in there.

[Miss Behaving]

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Amashed, hanging on in there will take you places .......... well done you for having got this far!The worst is over. :l

[startingover]

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When your energy returns I am sure you will be able to add a bit more exercise into your routine.
Just remember to be kind to yourself. Your body knows what it needs and at the moment, that sounds like it might be rest and reflection.
You are doing great amashed.

[Doggygirl]

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You are doing great amashed! One day at a time. For me, this path was like Starty described I think - a journey in phases. Initially, just getting through each day, one day at a time without drinking is major!! I think it's great that you are staying in the moment, and letting your body and mind rest and heal. In due time you will find your world opening up with so many possibilities now that you have ditched the ball and chain of AL. Relax and enjoy the ride! (and especially the improved relationships with those people like GF most important to you!)

DG

[amashed]

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Heya all, more thanks than ever! Its is appreciated, really, really appreciated.

Still maintaining sobriety but the weird dreams that you have when the alcohol is leaving the body are still carrying on, but every day is a better day without drinking. At the height of my last binge I could honestly feel myself mentally slowing down and getting foggy. I didn’t like that and probably a very bad sign. But I’m thinking more clearly and despite the dreams sleeping like a log even though I’m not doing much during the day at the moment.

I was thinking that in the 13 days since I’ve had a drink there has been about 5 things that I would have used as an excuse to get drunk, but I haven’t and I don’t know why I would. I think it’s a good sign.

x

[greeneyes]

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Amashed, did you see the post hippie made about dreams? It was very good. I'll see if I can find it for you. https://www.mywayout.org/community/f9...tml#post806810

[mama bear]

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Ashamed...YOU GO!!!!!!:goodjob:
I am proud of you and watching your progress so you can inspire me...I just started....