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post 1467087741 10-18-2016, 02:12 PM
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Originally Posted By BustaCapp⏩
Taper down slowly.

A small decrease in the amount each day - it won't hit you as hard both physically or mentally.

Don't even think about cold turkey.
Thanks man, that's what I'm planning on doing. I don't think it's this bad that I need rehab at this point, I just wanted to reach out to the bros on the misc for support.
post 1467087751 10-18-2016, 02:12 PM
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[QUOTE=IrishIron901 post_id=1467087381][img]http://gifyu.com/images/HankNegged.gif[/][/QUOTE]It's the truth.
post 1467087871 10-18-2016, 02:13 PM
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Originally Posted By Thekittenking⏩
I havent had a drink since April 25th 2014. You should probably go to a detox place. They will pressure you to go to rehab afterward and it might be a good idea to do that too. But the detox is necessary. Once there they won't let you out until the doctor says it's okay. They will probably give you medicine to make the withdrawals far less unpleasant (it'll still be rough.) They will have a bunch of food there and sometimes there are hot girls there you can fool around with (against the rules though). That is just for getting through the withdrawal. You got a long road ahead of you but you will start to notice the benefits in a 1-3 months.
Thanks buddy, appreciate it.
post 1467087881 10-18-2016, 02:13 PM
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Originally Posted By LethalGunz34⏩
Thanks man, that's what I'm planning on doing. I don't think it's this bad that I need rehab at this point, I just wanted to reach out to the bros on the misc for support.
Lol if you're avoiding rehab, you'll be back where your at soon enough.
post 1467088131 10-18-2016, 02:14 PM
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We are here for you, man. Have you sought therapy? Did not read thread but I am heavily connected to the substance abuse and mental health industry and I want to make sure you are seeking the help you need.

DO NOT quit cold turkey (on your own.) You need professional help and the structure that a 12-step program and professional guidance will give to you.
post 1467088211 10-18-2016, 02:15 PM
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Originally Posted By LethalGunz34⏩
I don't even count anymore. I'll have 3 drinks in the morning to get the anxiety feeling off me. Then like I said, I'll pour in vodka in a water bottle and take it to work. This lasts me all day. Then prob 3-4 drinks when I get home. And the cycle repeats itself the next day. I don't get drunk, I'm a functioning alcoholic. I drink for the buzz. I don't get hangovers probably because I don't drink to blackout or to get chitfaced, just a sip of vodka every 40 mins at work or so to keep the buzz going all day. I function just like any person. All my work is done on time too.
There is absolutely zero chance you will continue to get away with this, vodka smells on your breath for a start.

I quoted the rat study a few posts ago, in theory 'addiction' is not a thing, it's just a buzz to replace something else that holds your attention/enthuses you. Can't link, on mobile, easy enough to find, controversial but definitely worth reading.
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post 1467088451 10-18-2016, 02:15 PM
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Originally Posted By SavySave⏩
Lol if you're avoiding rehab, you'll be back where your at soon enough.
Rehab can be good but it is also highly overrated. I know many people who have had 5 years + clean with no rehab and I know people who have been to rehab over 11 times and still use. Everyone is different.
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post 1467088461 10-18-2016, 02:15 PM
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Originally Posted By SavySave⏩
It's the truth.
No it's not man, every addiction is a disease no matter if you're white, black or Asian. Sorry you feel that way though.
post 1467088711 10-18-2016, 02:17 PM
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Originally Posted By LethalGunz34⏩
No it's not man, every addiction is a disease no matter if you're white, black or Asian. Sorry you feel that way though.
I'm sorry I said what I said. Srs Trolling gone to far
post 1467088831 10-18-2016, 02:17 PM
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Cold turkey was the only way to go for me. I felt fine again after about three days. My problem wasn't with alcohol but withdrawals are withdrawals. I hear that they treat alcoholism with ******.
post 1467088901 10-18-2016, 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted By Thekittenking⏩
Rehab can be good but it is also highly overrated. I know many people who have had 5 years + clean with no rehab and I know people who have been to rehab over 11 times and still use. Everyone is different.
You can't really say that rehabilitation is overrated when 1) it is a multi-billion dollar business that has been around forever and 2) statistics show that it helps a lot more people that it fails. Your anecdotal evidence as to why it is "overrated" is meaningless and has no place in a thread where the OP has an issue when chemical dependency. IF OP goes to rehab and it works, then he is beginning his recovery from alcoholism. If it fails, he is right back in the same place where he began. He should absolutely seek rehab.
post 1467088971 10-18-2016, 02:18 PM
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all I can tell you is go to AA read the big book AKA alcoholics anonymous detox in an inpatient program or go to an intensive out patient program or fix the issues that make you wanna drink you've got a thinking problem not a drinking problem if you just make changes to improve your life you'll probably stop drinking alcoholically you are probably depressed or are unmotivated or what ever the case may be & it causes you to drink excessively because you think it makes you feel or think things are better which is why you have a thinking problem not a drinking problem
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post 1467089501 10-18-2016, 02:21 PM
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good luck broski.. i thought i had a problem drinking like 2-3 times per week.. can't even imagine being in a state where i need to pour a stiff mixer before driving to work in the morning

hope you get the help you need to get back in balance!
post 1467089841 10-18-2016, 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted By xvicknumber7x⏩
You can't really say that rehabilitation is overrated when 1) it is a multi-billion dollar business that has been around forever and 2) statistics show that it helps a lot more people that it fails. Your anecdotal evidence as to why it is "overrated" is meaningless and has no place in a thread where the OP has an issue when chemical dependency. IF OP goes to rehab and it works, then he is beginning his recovery from alcoholism. If it fails, he is right back in the same place where he began. He should absolutely seek rehab.
Sources?

OP expressed that he does not want to go to rehab. You would rather have him not attempt to quit at all? I am saying it has merit but is overrated. It is possible to quit and stay clean without rehab.
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post 1467090591 10-18-2016, 02:29 PM
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I do not drink as heavy as you OP I do not drink until the evening, at which point its heavy drinking. But I have been using alcohol to curb anxiety. I have a really hard time focusing on one thing and get anxious very easily. Alcohol gets rid of all my symptoms. But obviously the more you drink and become use to alcohol the more I needed. I have recently went to get medication for anxiety and have since began to drink less. I understand the "no cold turkey" train of thought. But a lot of people do it successfully. One method a friend used was to get a calendar and put a red X through every day that you do not drink. Hold yourself too that and you will get to the point you will feel ashamed if you aren't putting a red X every day. Which mentally associates a negative feeling with alcohol.
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post 1467091181 10-18-2016, 02:34 PM
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Originally Posted By SavySave⏩
You're a worthless junkie
Please don't. O.p is reaching out for help and is hurt and in pain. Don't kick him while he's down. It's heartless.

I admire you reaching out and being honest, o.p. It's a MAJOR step. My father lost his battle with the bottle and it cost him his life. Seek every available resource, and especially know that you aren't alone in this battle

Good luck.
post 1467092101 10-18-2016, 02:39 PM
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Wishing you the best of luck brother.
post 1467092811 10-18-2016, 02:43 PM
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Thanks everybody! <3
post 1467093421 10-18-2016, 02:46 PM
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Negged to the red for that. Misc is a cuckfest these days lol Just gave some honest advice. Take control of the mind my friend. It's all on you.
post 1467093681 10-18-2016, 02:47 PM
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Check yourself into rehab OP. Best thing you can do.

The withdrawals are gonna be bad, but if you can eventually quit for good you're gonna be able to turn your life around quickly.
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yo Lethal, where you at in Jersey brah? I've been where you are. I'm down to meet up and talk if you want bro.
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Originally Posted By Switchsc⏩
Negged to the red for that. Misc is a cuckfest these days lol Just gave some honest advice. Take control of the mind my friend. It's all on you.
Here let me help you and rep you to even it out.
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Originally Posted By Flexish⏩
Please don't. O.p is reaching out for help and is hurt and in pain. Don't kick him while he's down. It's heartless.

I admire you reaching out and being honest, o.p. It's a MAJOR step. My father lost his battle with the bottle and it cost him his life. Seek every available resource, and especially know that you aren't alone in this battle

Good luck.
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Originally Posted By Switchsc⏩
Negged to the red for that. Misc is a cuckfest these days lol Just gave some honest advice. Take control of the mind my friend. It's all on you.
sorry mayne hit the wrong one.
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Damn, sorry to hear this man. At least you acknowledge you have a problem.
PM me if you need someone to talk to. I have several family members who went through this.
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good luck mane

I always fukking hate it when people joke and say "LOL im such an alcoholic I had soooo much to drink last night XD"

It takes away the meaning of the word, and so when people like you who are in the depths of a serious addiction are brave enough to admit they have a problem with alcohol society doesnt respond the way they should. Real alcoholism is serious fukking chit on par with any other drug addiction, I really hope you overcome this chit.


If I may ask though how did it start? Did it kind of creep up on you, or did you start really just going at it pretty hard? You mentioned you dont binge drink to the point of blackout, but did it start that way? Like did you party pretty hard originally or did you always just have enough to get buzzed and then you just started getting buzzed more and more frequently?


anyways good luck brah I hope you make it srs
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PM ThEDukeUSMC or maybe Getter_done (possibly) McFreako. I know 2 out of 3 are recovering

Other than that. You've taken the first step. Just take that next step brother
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Originally Posted By samsbolton⏩
There is absolutely zero chance you will continue to get away with this, vodka smells on your breath for a start.
This. Most people can smell/spot someones who's been drinking from a mile away. I've seen people lose jobs for drinking at work because they thought no one could tell or couldn't smell the vodka. They know, OP. If not they'll figure it out eventually.



Be strong, OP! There's still time to reverse this addiction and not go down that dark, hopeless path of hard-core alcoholism. See a doctor to assess what can be done to detox then join a support group like AA. You aren't alone in your problem. I wish you the best with your recovery.
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Originally Posted By UTSoccerbro⏩
yo Lethal, where you at in Jersey brah? I've been where you are. I'm down to meet up and talk if you want bro.
Thanks for the reachout bro. You're the dude from Texas that works out at the Gold's in Totowa?
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