Can you relate?

[augustrose2015]

I need to quit alcohol for good but it's just such a struggle. I feel so proud of myself when I don't drink. I feel the energy, I am a better Mom, I feel productive. It feels like a glimpse of what I used to be 10 years ago when I drank only very little or when I was very young not drinking at all and was able to get excited about little things in life. I get so determined and it feels easy for a couple of weeks. I feel like I can go forever without a glass of wine. Then I have one and the whole world just falls apart. I feel guilty but the wine kicks in and I'm happy, for a moment. Next day I feel terribly sick because of the repeating pattern of binges. My husband tells not to be so hard on myself that it's ok but I know it's hurting me badly at this point, physically and emotionally. Been drinking 5-8 glasses of wine daily for years. I don't think it's ok to even have that one night every other 2-3 weeks with wine. I beg for strength. I don't crave the taste but I do crave the effect sometimes. It is just not worth it. The price has become too much. It takes me up to a week to get back to somewhat normal after one evening with wine. The aftermath is horrible. I am going to try my hardest again. Can anyone relate?
Thank you for listening..

[bignige2]

Exactly as I have felt - but things are now improving. Headaches are less frequent and I am not as tired.

I have joined a gym and that takes my mind off things - got a personal trainer and following a training plan helps - and I have a goal - to run a half marathon for charity. Already signed up with the charity so no going back!

[ibizan]

What u are going thru is normal.Imagine that your brain is a giant sponge!All the cells/tissue have absorbed the alcohol u've consumed.When u stop drinking,its like  the sponge is wringing itself out.....S-L-O-W-L-Y!I've felt what you're feeling and i know it stinks but it passes.Ah yes,THAT sweet tooth!Too much caffeine,and too much sweet can cause the blood sugar to peak...then crash...so lots of water,juices,fresh fruits,vegetables and moderate amounts of lean protein do help.Who is your support system?Are u still attending the closed group u mentioned?

[augustrose2015]

I'm still feeling lousy. Waiting for that one day when you get up and feel amazing but so far it's been on and off. A lot of fatigue, some headaches, annoying sweet tooth:-).. just pushing through it. At least it's not as horrible as the first few days after quitting. I fear the holidays.. Hang in there!!

[augustrose2015]

Thank you Ibizan, you guys are amazing!

[bignige2]

Good on ya!

I have not had a drink for 8 weeks now and felt blody awful - but these past couple of days I have felt really good - not as tired and not thinking as much about booze.

My next challenge is next week when I attend a family wedding anniversary where there will be a bar...hoping the way around any temptation is that I have agreed to do the driving!!

[ibizan]

Keep it going Rose!We've all been where you're at!And we're here for you!:)