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post 1648294043 10-04-2021, 10:57 AM
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Smooth sailing so far brahs.

I drink damn near every day and I fall into that groove and dont stop.

But every time i quit for a month or 2 I dont typically have any issues. I dont get the withdrawal brahs... (a REAL withdrawal is quitting ciggys which I conquered 6 years ago) I just have to stop myself from falling back into that old groove.

I dont know why I cant be one of those brahs who can have a few drinks and then not drink k again for a week or 2. I'm an all or nothing guy. It's either every day, or not at all....
post 1648294893 10-04-2021, 11:12 AM
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As mentioned before, I had to delay my sober October until Sunday because I was at a bachelor party. Drank quite a bit Friday night, didn't feel great Saturday morning. Drank even more Saturday night, ended up at a sleazy strip club, felt like total garbage that night and into Sunday. That feeling actually set me up well for sober October - I have zero desire to grab the bottle right now, really don't want to feel like crap again. Doing nofap at the same time too.
post 1648298313 10-04-2021, 11:58 AM
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Some things that have helped me the past couple of years:

- think "I will stay free from alcohol" instead of "don't drink." Supposedly your subconscious latches onto the part after "don't" if you think in terms of don't, won't, can't, shouldn't, mustn't, etc. (Alber Ellis called this Musterbation)

- focus on how great it feels without a hangover, without the extra calories, better sleep, etc. Again, don't think in terms of what you think you are missing. (If you're like me you aren't missing anything except feeling like piss.)

- go for walks, read books, and do breathing exercises (I use an awesome breathing app called Prana Breath")
post 1648300093 10-04-2021, 12:21 PM
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I've been drinking a fuk ton of coffee / tea since stopping booze. Helps to have something to sip on (vs chugging water)

hitting up the gym helps too- I do a morning workout and get that great endorphin rush that gets me energized and motivated to go do stuff vs sitting at home thinking about drinking



If all else fails, i look at my bank account and see dem greens stacking up. The savings are real
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post 1648300223 10-04-2021, 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted By JC20010⏩
I find this mindset interesting, you don't feel like the detrimental aspects of drinking are enough to curb that feeling? Genuinely asking because if I feel like drinking then I just think about how much weight I tend to gain and how it usually impacts my following day.
Unfortunately they are not. I guess I might be impulsive, but I get these dark feelings like everything is just shnnit and I feel like a drink will help and I tell myself just one but then I go out and buy a bunch more.

I chase the good feeling and can't deal with the bad. Even though a few hours of drinking leads to the whole of the next day feeling like **** and doing everything I can to detoxify my body.
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post 1648302393 10-04-2021, 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted By JC20010⏩
I find this mindset interesting, you don't feel like the detrimental aspects of drinking are enough to curb that feeling? Genuinely asking because if I feel like drinking then I just think about how much weight I tend to gain and how it usually impacts my following day.
Yeah, it makes perfect logical sense - but sometimes when those cravings strike (obviously the severity varies from person to person), logic and reason can easily go out the window. Not to mention how easy it is to lie to yourself about it. Like I've said before, at least for me, if you can get past the initial couple weeks or so it can start to get a bit easier and the cravings can die down a bit/you can start to regain some sense.
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I remember when Joe Rogan did Sober October, he said he had some vivid ass dreams.

Just had one myself last night. Nothing like getting chased by a werewolf or something but damn it was terrifying.
post 1648304563 10-04-2021, 01:20 PM
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Originally Posted By zhengterry⏩
I remember when Joe Rogan did Sober October, he said he had some vivid ass dreams.

Just had one myself last night. Nothing like getting chased by a werewolf or something but damn it was terrifying.
He attributed those dreams to being off weed, not alcohol. He quits a lot of stuff for October lol
post 1648305853 10-04-2021, 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted By Thunderquip⏩
Unfortunately they are not. I guess I might be impulsive, but I get these dark feelings like everything is just shnnit and I feel like a drink will help and I tell myself just one but then I go out and buy a bunch more.

I chase the good feeling and can't deal with the bad. Even though a few hours of drinking leads to the whole of the next day feeling like **** and doing everything I can to detoxify my body.
Have you ever tried meetings?
post 1648308563 10-04-2021, 02:17 PM
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Last 2 nights were rough. I was actually justifying grabbing a couple of beers because my acid reflux has been going crazy at night giving me insomnia. I thought I needed some beer to settle my stomach. Decided to just take pepto and tums.
Woke up this morning with a lot of energy and my stomach feeling way better! Glad I decided to tough it out rather than kick the can down the road.
post 1648308733 10-04-2021, 02:19 PM
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Congratulations on the sticky...
post 1648315023 10-04-2021, 04:01 PM
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Late, but in. Schedule has been brutal with working full time and full time school. Been hitting the whiskey more often just to relax. Last time I drank was Sept 26. Feels good getting my morning gym sessions in feeling rested and fresh.
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post 1648315633 10-04-2021, 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted By Thunderquip⏩
What do you Brahs do when you get that feeling that you just gotta drink?

For me I try to go for a walk and get some sun if possible.

I also eat some really spicy food because apparently spicy food activates the same neurons as alcohol. Interested to know if you Brahs like spicy food?

I take niacin as it was originally used in AA before big pharma got on it.

Listen to motivating music. Nothing sad. Rock music picks me up a bit.

Go for a run.

Watch a comedy show.


Anybody else just get that deep pit of depression hit them in the gut and you just don't know what to do other than have a beer?
Avoidance through substitution can work, but it's not a long term fix. There will only be a limited amount of instances where one can distract and avoid a temptation before ultimately giving in. Avoidance through substitution is a temporary fix, utilized simultaneously with some sort of therapy. Don't want to see a professional or don't have the money/insurance to do so? No problem. There are books and courses out there to work on the root causes. Self-help (publications) for the most part is nonsense. Tailored to this forum I would recommend reading something likeExtreme OwnershipandCan't Hurt Me. If you're in to the psych stuff, I would highly recommend reading Carl Rogers. Self-actualization is a key to understanding what you need and don't need, and the ability to promote wellness within your own life.
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post 1648315703 10-04-2021, 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted By CodyZellery⏩
Hope this shyt is as easy for everyone else as it is for me. Stay strong brahs.
no its hard as f

weed and alcohol are tough to cut
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post 1648321263 10-04-2021, 05:57 PM
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Almost caved in this afternoon as I was off work and super bored. Very glad I didn't and feel like the rest of the week will be easy until Friday.
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Originally Posted By Spazzzzy⏩
In on 108 days sober.

As stated at start of thread I'll probably have a drink on 15 October as that'll be the first Friday lockdown ends here in Sydney.

So 118 days sober total. I've enjoyed it but also haven't really seen anyone during that time outside of exercise lmao.
Nice one m8, that’s where I’m trying to be



Day 5: the first few nights were so damn hard. Last night was surprisingly easy. Don’t even think I had any cravings. Just trying to stay busy and get a lift in closer to bedtime to keep me occupied
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2 weeks sober is still pretty good guys.

Just had another crazy dream, back in school and was buying tacos in the cafeteria. Mofo gave me 2 pieces of candy instead. Woke up saying 'that's ****ing candy'.
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over 5 days strong boyos

proud of everyone still staying the course
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On 6 months and 19 days.

Was experiencing GERD from drinking too much. Blood test for annual showed liver enzymes slightly elevated. Ultra sound of abdomen showed fatty liver (I didn't realize how common this is in society)


Having had a daughter born that's now 8 weeks old... I cut the drinking **** out. Never been the happiest person and was using it to make myself feel better. Well I can't say I'm any happier but I feel a hell of a lot better since stopping.
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Day 6 checking in, all systems normal.
Damn
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The first couple days went easier then expected. I am having a rough day at work and am really wanting to get faded. I already knew that during this month something would trigger me so I told everyone that would listen I'm doing sober October. If I crack they will know I'm weak minded and that just isn't going to happen.

GL bros
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Just remember - having a drink doesn't actually help you relax. All it does is temporarily satisfy the craving but then you end up ruining your quality of sleep and you wake up far LESS relaxed.
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Originally Posted By Joesky20⏩
Nice one m8, that’s where I’m trying to be



Day 5: the first few nights were so damn hard. Last night was surprisingly easy. Don’t even think I had any cravings. Just trying to stay busy and get a lift in closer to bedtime to keep me occupied
Originally Posted By zhengterry⏩
2 weeks sober is still pretty good guys.

Just had another crazy dream, back in school and was buying tacos in the cafeteria. Mofo gave me 2 pieces of candy instead. Woke up saying 'that's ****ing candy'.
Originally Posted By DrugsToGetBig⏩
over 5 days strong boyos

proud of everyone still staying the course
Originally Posted By Firefightn24⏩
On 6 months and 19 days.

Was experiencing GERD from drinking too much. Blood test for annual showed liver enzymes slightly elevated. Ultra sound of abdomen showed fatty liver (I didn't realize how common this is in society)


Having had a daughter born that's now 8 weeks old... I cut the drinking **** out. Never been the happiest person and was using it to make myself feel better. Well I can't say I'm any happier but I feel a hell of a lot better since stopping.
Originally Posted By Jandels⏩
Day 6 checking in, all systems normal.
Originally Posted By Charlesatlasjr⏩
The first couple days went easier then expected. I am having a rough day at work and am really wanting to get faded. I already knew that during this month something would trigger me so I told everyone that would listen I'm doing sober October. If I crack they will know I'm weak minded and that just isn't going to happen.

GL bros
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Originally Posted By TTV6⏩
Just remember - having a drink doesn't actually help you relax. All it does is temporarily satisfy the craving but then you end up ruining your quality of sleep and you wake up far LESS relaxed.
Thanks I needed to hear this
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Going good!

Less bloated, no hangovers, already seeing a little loss of weight on the scale in the AM. Sleep schedule is wack though, but it's cuz I work late and really wanna game or watch movies/shows after lol.
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Is it too late for me to join tomorrow?
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Originally Posted By GilDeg⏩
Is it too late for me to join tomorrow?
Never too late. Hope to see you here tomorrow, brother
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Originally Posted By GilDeg⏩
Is it too late for me to join tomorrow?
Not at all
Originally Posted By jreacher⏩
Never too late. Hope to see you here tomorrow, brother
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Originally Posted By Charlesatlasjr⏩
The first couple days went easier then expected. I am having a rough day at work and am really wanting to get faded. I already knew that during this month something would trigger me so I told everyone that would listen I'm doing sober October. If I crack they will know I'm weak minded and that just isn't going to happen.

GL bros
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