Although I've gone through some pretty horrific physical and emotional trauma throughout my life, I've never once succumbed to alcohol or illicit drugs. However it may come as no surprise to learn that I've a well-established addiction to volcanically strong coffee. 😉 Thanks for sharing. 👍
Been drinking 6 to 7 beers a night for 10 years now. I am at the point all I do is work and come home to drink and do nothing else. I feel hopeless and empty most days. Thank you for this video. Day 1 here I go.
Glad to hear...but how did you prepare for sobriety? Would you personally spend more time to go to the beach than you have to get sober? Watch episode 103 "Preparing for sobriety" and get back to me: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3QUxIW8X5bA.html All of the emptiness, sadness, depression and ROOT CAUSES for feelings of inadequacy still remain. We have to BE HONEST with ourselves, cut the bullshit, and cut out ALL toxic behaviors. What's the point of getting sober if you still hang with alcoholics, or go through the same motions or still hang at the same places. ACTIVITY REPLACEMENT THERAPY!
@@GettingSoberAgain Sorry I'm just now seeing this. Sad to say I slipped a lot since then..but calmed down completely where its not ruling my life. Its still a battle but I'm down to 2 or 3 beers every other night. For me I just got burned out on drinking and still am. So when I do have a beer or 2 after that I start to feel disgusted and little by little its disappearing from my life. Compared to a year ago and the years prior I feel I accomplished alot. Its not perfect but I still see it as a battle and won't let up. Building my relationship with God and staying active has helped alot. Reminding myself to stay focus on building a better me so I can be a better person for the my love ones.
@@GettingSoberAgain Eight years sober saved me a LOT of money. My blood pressure and weight are back to normal. Now sober, I notice at a party how people start getting stupid and loud after just one drink. I can drive anywhere, anytime without worry. When I see a police car it does not concern me anymore. My wife and I get along much better. I feel great in the morning.
Better to spend the rest of your years in sobriety and peace rather than the pits of alcoholism. You have no idea how much longer you've got, the Queen lived to 96 and used to drink quite a bit before 90. It's never too late!
Stopped for three months. It felt amazing. Then I started to reintroduce alcohol slowly, here and there. A month later, I was back to binge drinking and missing out on life. This time it is for real. F*ck this poison. Be strong everybody.
That is exactly why I have decided to stop cold turkey. I have an extremely addictive personality and it's nearly impossible for me to have just 1 drink. I have made a list of 20+ reasons why I want to stop drinking and I can't find 1 good reason to continue drinking. My conclusion is to completely stop drinking forever. It's not going to be easy, but I am confident that my life will change for the better.
Prayer is like giving a friend a job reference. What good is it if you don't show up for the job? God meet's us halfway. Are you willing to take the steps in the right direction?
I was a heavy wine drinker for the past 18+ years. For the past year or more, I was drinking 2+ bottles a night. This past February, on my 50th birthday, I stopped drinking. No alcohol for more than a month so far. My swollen belly and concerns about my liver made me stop.Thoughts of dying of cirrhosis were really starting to get to me at night. Anyway, my swollen belly is going down, and I feel a lot better. I do miss drinking, though, because being fully aware all the time is hard. But dying with a failing liver seems like a far worse fate (although a failing liver could still be in my near future, considering how much I abused it).
I stopped for 30 days in Jan 2020. I felt so good, I then challenged myself to 100 days, and felt even better. So, here I am 1-1/2 years later, and I still haven’t had a drink. That small break made me realize what a waste of time, money, and health drinking is. I am healthier, richer, and I have a lot more time to be productive. Try it in small steps or challenges, and not only will you love yourself more, but everyone close to you will love you more. If you’re successful, you will realize how much better life is without the booze. It’s like being set free. I wish the best luck to all of you that want a temporary or permanent break from alcohol.
@@lettoturner5079 it's all in the mind. Will power and sheer determination to make the change. You CAN do it! Don't count the days, make the days count. Be aware of HALT. Hungry, angry, lonely and tired. Eat well, talk to friends, get sleep and avoid situations that will trigger anger, it's easy to go back to substances if we are angry and looking for that thing to change our mental state. Stay present, go through the pain because on the other side of the pain is pleasure. Get up early, fill your days with positive actions. Tire yourself out by the evening and drink camomile tea. Melatonin can help with the sleep. I sweated and couldn't sleep for a week. I drank 3x bottles of 700ml spirits every 2 days for a long time. If I can do it. So can you! Best of luck
@@lettoturner5079 I keep busy and watched a lot of RU-vid videos like this. One tool I used that really helped me though was an phone app, “I am Sober.” That put me in the same boat in the same week with everyone else, and the people doing the same thing supporting each other inspired me.
I’m a 51 year old man that’s been drinking for 35 years. I recently decided to quit for a bit. It’s only been 6 days yet I feel great and plan on continuing this new chapter in my life. My decision came after realizing that our government wants us all drunk, stoned and stupid and I’m not gonna let them (government)defeat me any longer!!!!!
Keep up the good work my friend! We have hundreds of sobriety videos since this one came out Here's the playlist to our most recent episodes! ru-vid.com/group/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt
I did a 30-day “challenge” to myself as a New Years resolution -in 1985. I felt so good that after the 30 days I never went back. Best decision I ever made.
AMAZING!!! Please feel free to share more of your knowledge and experience. People read through the comment section more than you know and are looking for other positive influences such as your self!
@Alhogg377 I have completed my 3 years recently...after 22 years of daily drinking half bottle...first year I applied Dr Tob makuriya Harm reduction approach..used CBD,CBG and Thc oil and than stopped oil ...2 years complete sober
One of the best things about not drinking is that I don’t do and say and text and post stupid stuff now. I don’t have to wake up horrified at what I did last night!!
I have just turned 70. Been drinking on and off since 15. Just completed 35 days on tribesober southafrica and i must tell you apart from coughing and phlegm, everyone of your points have been spot on for me. The thought of ever drinking wine again sickens me. My drinking started from early childhood traumas, but i have examined them and put them in their place. The biggest win for me has been UN-NUMBING. You rock. Keep at I am in this with you. Drinking alcohol is definetly going out of fashion like smoking. I of course used to do both. Smoked till 48. Hey i am feeling brand new. Never ever too late to stop.
That's awesome!! happy first month to you! We have a video on Childhood Trauma and Addiction, check it out : ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-r2ffpsEe9hY.html
Hi WIN 1558, I'm 66 and relate to early trauma/fear that has unfortunately governed much of my life. I grew up with two Jekyll and Hyde alcoholics, but am not one. My personality is easygoing, respectful, and loving of others. I think that is a partial curse to getting sober. Have tons of AA under my belt. I keep pushing and my thoughts and actions are geared to say enough...but that also means making a decision. All the best to you and your long-term sobriety.
I agree I been drinking since 15 just turned 69 couple bottles wine 6 or 8 beers everyday occasionally bourbon stopped just few days but phlegm cough on to of flu!! Geez good luck
Marriage is on the rocks because of my drinking. Just don't know when to stop once I start. I'm on day 2 of no drinking. And I found your video. Thanks for the positivity.
My marriage is also on the rocks because of my drinking behavior. My body, mind, and emotions now are all dependent on alcohol. I feel I don’t know who I am without it but I do deep down crave a different experience in life. Good luck
Ruined my marriage. She was the best thing that will ever happen to me. Not choosing to change will forever be the biggest mistake/regret in my life. Better late than never I suppose
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@@markrothery8719 you keep *practicing... Practice makes perfect. Observe what works, what doesn't, what triggers, what leads to cravings, what makes you cave....
After 40 years of heavy beer intake i finally stopped. Granted, I'm only on day 24 but I am committed to keeping alcohol out of my life. Thank you for this video. I am already feeling healthier.
Still abstaining. The tough part physically was over in a few days. After that, it has been breaking old habits. I got involved with A.A. and they've been a big help with working on myself. I'm at day 78 or so and still keeping the faith. Thanks for asking. Going in for my second endoscopy this Friday to check things out there.
I’ve been an alcoholic for 6 years. I drank a bottle of tequila every single day & went to the bar on top of that. I literally felt like I needed to drink morning until night just to feel normal. I’m surprised I’m still alive. Today is my first day without it. I’m going to try my best not to drink ever again. I wanna feel healthy again. I want to lose weight & start loving myself again. Thank you for this video, it was truly motivating 🖤
That's a lot of alcohol for a woman to consume in a day. Set yourself goals that are short then build off of them. 1 week sober. Then 2, then a month.. It's hard as hell but if you want it bad enough you can do it. Most important thing is have something to replace the time that you used for drinking. Have something that you like to do that's challenging.
Currently 32 days sober and I definitely have noticed a lot of these perks. Better sleep and clarity (no brain fog!) is probably the most noticeable. My husband just commented yesterday about how my eyes aren't as puffy and tired looking. The benefits are definitely worth the discomfort. Looking forward to feeling better and better the longer my sobriety lasts. 😊
18 days sober! I’m tired of not being the best version of myself. It has always been obvious that alcohol was an issue but I was too afraid to do something about it. One step at a time! Thanks for the video and the good vibes!
Good vibes is what it's all about! We all get cold feet when it comes to marrying the idea of putting in the work towards being our best future self! We know what needs to be done, and alcohol absolutely a standing in all of our ways. Click here to watch our NEWEST videos on sobriety! (new one out today!) ru-vid.com/group/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt
Combine not drinking with a Healthy Keto, Ketovore, or Carnivore dietary lifestyle with Intermittent Fasting and it raises an alcohol free life to a whole new level, even helps reverse the negative effects of alcohol (fatty liver disease, etc). Great video!! Great testimonial!!
Loved Keto, but wine drinking ruined my weight loss! I kept eating keto, but drank alot of wine. Like 2 bottles a day!!! The sugar in the wine destroyed my 40 lb weight loss. I'm 57 started drinking last year. Progressively slowly got worse drinking more and more. I never drank until then. Am I an alcoholic? Even before drinking my coffee I have some wine! I crave it. Plus, I'm getting divorced after being with my husband since the age of 25. He's 13 years older than I. I come from a very bad childhood. Sexual abuse, abandonment, physical beatings, being locked in dark closets and my room since born. Starvation! You name it! It seems like I changed.in to a completely different person. I have anxiety too. Isolate myself. I know I need to stop drinking. I just drink wine. Nothing harder.
@@RubySlippers1100 Watch a video with a guy called Heŕren who played for Boston Celtics. He is very intelligent about why he drank and used drugs. Very honest. Inspirational. It will give you encouragement and hopefully inspire you to put yourself first. Good luck
My pleasure. Thanks for stopping by! I have 93 episodes to binge watch including this one that I'm most proud of ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gS1QD86y9sc.html
Anyone watching this video who is thinking about trying to quit… GO FOR IT. I did, and I can confirm every thing on his list and more is true. For me the most amazing observation after quitting was that my life went from being completely habit oriented to completely goal/achievement oriented. The productivity, energy, and positivity increase just gets me up and getting it done. SOBRIETY IS AMAZING.
Said to myself yesterday I'm going to stop drinking for 30 days, and then this popped up in my feed this morning.. here we go!! 💪.... who's listening to my brain???
I quit drinking in January and then relapsed on July 4. Yesterday was day 11 but today I decided to quit again. Thank you for this awesome video, I also enjoyed reading the comments because they give me renewed strength to start again. The longest I have gone without drinking, has been 10 months. Relapsing is like driving from LA to New York and you take that one exit knowing that it leads to nowhere but you keep take it anyway. I’ve gotten back on the freeway and hope to never take that exit again ❤
well said! We actually have a video on the topic of taking a sobriety detour! Check it out in this playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt
don't be so hard on yourself. if you didn't drink from January until July, and this, let's say, freelapse day in July was just that, a single freelapse day, you're still doing great. hell, if you had a single weekend freelapse per month you would still be doing great. keep going. see alcohol for what it is and, most importantly, for what it shouldn't be: a crutch. and if you happen to feel like having a few beers at a certain weekend withing months of sobriety, go ahead. go and come back. we are all going to die anyway, so choose to live the good life. your body is not a temple, is an amusement park. enjoy the ride.
You'll get this. There are likely many people who had more extreme cases and they pulled through. That means you definitely can. Like he said, a good hobby to replace your original behavior will make it much easier. Everybody has their talents, even if it's as simple as cooking and or doing craft shows or bake sales. We are all awesome, but the booze obfuscates who we really are. Find who you are while you still can.
I'm on day 88 of not having one sip of alcohol. The depression still kicks my ass. But I keep telling myself that it has to get better. Thx for the vid.
I really started to beat back depression after 90 days. They call it the honeymoon or pink cloud phase...the comedown after the high of sobriety. I started feeling really solid around month 4. Hang in there. I have my "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days coming out soon, episode 90.. make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications 🤗
Wowww that’s some motivation right there☝🏽 I’m officially day one in the books about to snooze sober after years of drinking. I’m not even telling my family but hopefully will let my actions speak for themselves
@@juelzd7172 More power to ya! When you make it thru the first 3 days, don't look back. I found it easiest to be transparent with my friends and family about sobriety so that I didn't give myself the space to go back on my decision. Everyone is different. Keep us posted on your progress. I have 72 videos now to date, this was episode 31 you watched. Stay tuned!
I just released a video that I'm very proud of, an update to this video....episode number 90, titled the "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days". Here's the link and feel free to share on twitter, facebook, Reddit if you can! Much Love ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gS1QD86y9sc.html
I am doing fantastic this past year-and-a-half since I quit drinking. My life has basically gone in a positive direction ever since I put the drink down. I have a large amount of energy for work I have a positive attitude towards my job I take care of my lady and my little doggy with pleasure and he's ever since I'm not craving or just being a drunk idiot. My anxiety level dropped to a super low level which is very exciting because I have PTSD when I got stabbed nine times and 2007 and that's kind of the reason I started drinking so hard but it's to kill my anxiety. But ever since I quit I don't have anxiety like that anymore
@@GettingSoberAgain I highly appreciate you for even caring. And I hope all is well for you and everybody reading this. It's not that hard to do it you just got to stay focused. And if you're having a hard time I've actually just realized if I start cleaning my house it takes my brain off of all my craving and my place looks good so that's a plus period once again I thank you very much for actually giving a crap and good luck to everybody
@@GettingSoberAgain 3 weeks,quit smoking and drinking at the same time,i have cravings like once a day now but i brush them away fast and easy. 2 hard weeks for me,then it all got easier. Thank you for making this channel,the world needs more people like you
I wasn't drinking everyday, but i was being a weekend warrior. Ive only been off the alcohol for 2 weeks and already experiencing all the positive things mentally and physically. My biggest problem wasn't hangovers, but depression the next day. Thank you for this awesome video brother.👍
After 10 years of sobriety, I started drinking again. I can feel my health declining. My BP is through the roof. I literally spent my last $100.00 at a bar last night. I'm beginning to miss my sober years. That's why I am 'surfing' the internet - to remind me of the angst of drinking daily. I appreciate this man's enthusiasm and positive vibes. This is helping me form reasoning and the will to accomplish the power I need to overcome my addiction. Thank you for the good messaging. I can do this again
Thanks for finding our community! Though I wish it were under better circumstances, I believe you have what it takes to dig yourself out of the trenches and be of service to the people here who relate to your message!
Matt, try switching the alcohol for cannabis and use that time to either watch comedy, something inspirational, do something creative or do some self-reflecting, particularly on negative experiences from your past. I gave the alcohol up because it did me little good, but I have a little bit of cannabis an hour before bed each night because it does me a kind of good that is unique. Yes, I highly recommend it, at least try it even if you fell 'it's not for you'.
@@GettingSoberAgain, I have nothing but positive things to say. Today, as part of a much bigger workout, I did 160 strict pull-ups. People think I'm 45-47 years old. I can't express how ridiculous drinking seems to me now. And when I'm around drinkers, I let them do their thing, but I pity them. Each to his own.
I was sober for 3 years and loving life and then I started drinking again during the pandemic. I'm going back to sobriety. Thanks for reminding me what the benefits are!
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I have been sober for 11 years and I lost many of my old friends and new ones don’t really feel comfortable if they drink and we are out. Then you have the ones that instead of supporting and admiring the work you have put in, are always pushing for you to have “ JUST ONE” Throw in a vegan diet and you can pretty well be misunderstood on all sides. People act like it is a personal attack on their way of life. Well done to all the strong people here wishing to find a more meaningful life! Blessings all!!
This is so frustrating. Some, if not most people definitely like it’s a personal attack on them when I don’t drink. It’s like I’m indirectly saying “your life choices are terrible, look how holy and right I am!” What most people fail to understand is that my choice not to drink has NOTHING to do with them. It is MY personal decision which only affects me. It seems to bring out other people’s insecurities about their choices. Not that I care. I really don’t but they fail to comprehend that
3 days sober, 19 days no smoking. I have quitters flu boo hoo. I numbed out narcisstic abuse but now I cry and heal from it. Thank you for this video x
Day 477 no alcohol at all.I sleep better,i am more of myself,a happy and positive human being as i am,alcohol made me a negative person for me and my closed ones. My wallet is fuller as i was spending too much on beers and spirits.For all the souls out there that are struggling with this poison i know its difficult at first but dont give up on yourselves. You deserve better than this
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Thanks for this. I'm 67 years old, a former Army Special Forces veteran, 25 years law enforcement and 3 years as a security contractor in Afghanistan. I've been of the opinion that drinking has made everything much easier until last month when I was turned down for life insurance because of liver function, and I have a wife and daughter. I'm drinking as I type this. I have about 1 1/2 drinks left in the bottle, then God willing that's it. I'm done.
taper off the best you can. don't go out on a bang ya know? it's all about preparation. check out my episode about the three P's, preparation, practice and patience. Thank you for your service and there will be lots of love for you in the comments below!
33 years old. 6 years in the 75th Ranger Regiment, 3 years contractor in AFG. Getting sober now. 3 days in. No shame in finishing that 1 1/2 then starting.
load up with D3 K2 and get on Milk Thistle this will help castor oil/olive oil spoonfull no sugar no wheat no dairy in 30 DAYS you will see BIG Difference
If you have been drinking for about a liter of spirits, there is no escape. not even tapering off. you need to go to the hospital to detox for about a week. you may hallucinate and get seizures and even die but hey its that or liver failure. you just have to bite down hope for the best good luck
Yes I do to this day I am still sober I honestly have lost track of the days😂 I have no interest in going back to my old ways... I've lost at least 30 lbs and finally found a new job. I'll be back in the work force in August. I have rough days from time to time. But have learned to reflect. Now I can see how much better I am as a person in every single aspect. It's not easy digging myself out of this hole I created for my self but I know for a fact .. with hard work and my sobriety at 30yrs old my life is just beginning. Thank you for your channel and genuine care I appreciate and respect you as a friend and teacher!!! Thanks for the support.
5 years no drinking, I feel like a new man and my body looks amazing compared to when I drank everyday. I highly recommend quitting alcohol or at least drink occasionally
Now THATS a comment!!!! Congrats to you! Feel free to drop some knowledge in the comments. I'm sure there are many people that are curious about your success
How are you? If you have a positive update that you'd like to share with the community, please do! Did you ever experience the pink cloud/honeymoon phase?
I stopped drinking during the week and learned to enjoy small amounts of bourbon for the flavor and to share with friends. Manage it very well and look forward to the hydration and week days with no alcohol. I’ve dropped 30 pounds in 8 weeks too.
@@GettingSoberAgain I have 43 days clean and sober today, 40 days no cigarettes, been hitting the gym a lot and trying to find different hobbies to get into. Been looking into golf and hopefully if I keep it up I’ll be getting a motorcycle at the end of year. Biggest cravings I have is for marijuana, but I keep reminding myself that it won’t work, only thing that works is being completely sober. I appreciate you checking back on me, I hope all is well where your at and life is going good.
I was a 20 year functioning alcoholic. I gave up last October 19th 2020. I drank for four nights over Xmas, stopped for 3 days and then a 300cl bottle of Jack for New Years Eve... Not touched a drop in 21 and I don't even miss it. Fitter, healthier, more positive outlook, stronger, energetic, goals getting smashed, skin looks better. Best thing I have ever done for myself in my near 51 years. You can do it if you want to. Believe in yourself people. Good luck. X
I would be cautious with your optimism. The drinking is a symptom of underlying mental health issues ( this is absolutely true no matter what a person believes ). I would suggest going to an AA or some other group setting for therapy session. I say this because I have done exactly what you just described (several times) and never faced the real issues hiding under my false facade of a “normal” guy. Be safe!
Fantastic individualized recommendation. I speak from my own experience and of course everyone's journey will be their own! Thank you for your knowledge and feel free to share more as it comes to mind. Together we succeed, and there are many struggling in silence :)
@@GettingSoberAgain I am very well thank you. I drank a bottle of champagne on 29th June to celebrate England beating Germany in a ko football competition for the first time in my lifetime and I had 4 beers last Sunday during the final. Back off the drink and not craving it at all. Making the decision to not drink on a regular basis was the best thing I have done in years. Really appreciate you checking in. 👍
I quit drinking in 2019 for 6-7 months, and ate clean and healthy. Lost all un needed fat; 250 > 200lbs and lean. Covid knocked me on my ass with depression and I drank and ate bad all year. Back to 250+ ugh! So, here we are again… starting over!
I'm 28, on day 14 of my journey to sobriety and 7 months of no smoking. I hope to go my whole lifetime not going back to those things. If anyone is in the same boat, you got this! Stay strong and keep on fighting! 🤙
I'm into day 20 now.I quit Whisky at Easter.I feel great mentally & physically.I still want that drink when i walk in the door, i just ignore that demon now.
I must say this popped up on my feed and I felt I had to watch it as I’ve recently under gone a life changing transformation. After 22 years of chronic weed smoking and drinking I’ve decided it’s time for change. So I’m on week 5 of no weed and no booze. Im down 20lbs, my sleep is substantial better, I’ve started reading again, massive improvement to my speech and intelligence. Thank you for your time and this encouraging video!
You're forgetting the ambulance ride to the ER when you stop drinking. Been there done that. Almost died. Dr. said I was fortunate. Haven't drank since--not an experience I wish to repeat. And was able to kick everyone out of my life, finally. Sweet, wonderful peace...
I used to drink every day, from morning to night, week after week. I've been off the booze for 19 days now and I'm getting better and better, I don't want to go back to being bad. I wanted to thank the owner of this channel for, even though the video is old, you keep stopping by in the comments and giving support, thank you so much!!!!
19 days is a HUGE improvement Pablo! You should be proud of yourself and do everything in your power to preserve this amazing gift of sobriety. Repeat after me: "Sobriety is MINE and I'm NOT GIVING IT BACK!!!" Click here to watch our NEWEST videos on sobriety and let me know how your progress is coming along! ru-vid.com/group/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt
When COVID 19 came into our world I was off work one morning and walking home from the liquor store at about 7 am, I passed a line of people and I asked a girl what the line was for and she said it was a food line. I was standing there with an 18 pack at 7 am and she was standing in a line for food at 7 am. April 28th 2021 is just a few more days away and that will be a year of no alcohol for me! I sleep. I can focus. I find endless ways to be more efficient about anything. My work peers are having a hard time keeping up!. Thank you for your video.
I like that thought a few more days away, good on you. Even though it is a couple weeks. The thought is there to ease the mind. Or you did a typo, either way, good on you!!
I’m starting today quitting alcohol. My mental health has gotten worse and alcohol makes me feel worst the next day. I hate it because it’s starting to ruin some things in my life. I really want to get better mentally and physically and also able to do more in life instead of always be in bed because I’m always hangover. It’s time to quit!
@@GettingSoberAgain thanks I’m 7days without alcohol. My first weekend for so long that I’ve got to accomplished some stuff that I’ve put aside in the past couple of weeks. Also feels so good getting up early Saturday and Sunday at 8am and not 4pm with no headaches.
Aloha! How has your journey been treating you? Many of us, if not all of us, make tons of mistakes along our journey into sobriety. Mental health is a treasure that we can all do a better job of protecting =)
Ty brother. I’m now on day five after four day’s withdrawing from alcohol . Your clip gives me hope and motivation . Not only will I watch this daily but I’m going to journal progress daily. Much love brobro!
I’m 45 days sober and this is all soooo true! Made me laugh a lot because drinking seems so silly to me now. I knew the pan was hot but kept touching it
HOT PAN!!! 🤣 Welcome aboard 🧡❤️💛 I have over 160 videos now, check out a few more and feel free to provide words of encouragement to others on their journey!
45 days sober, here. This is my longest sober stretch since I was a kid, nearly 40 now. I struggle with sobriety every day still. These videos help keep me motivated. Thank you for sharing.
After drinking daily for about thirty years, I quit a couple of months ago. I have to say that I do feel better physically, I sleep better and I’m more focused on my tasks. That said, Life isn’t near as much fun without it. I felt alive when I drank, now I just feel empty and lonely without it. I hope that that feeling goes away.
@@kdw94780 Cali sober certainly can work for some people. We also have people in the community that were smoking an ounce a week and would highly disagree. I'm glad that you are comfortable with your decision
Great to hear the positive effects of no alcohol. I'm living with a drinker now and starting to drink more myself. The tension and negativity in the relationship is really starting to show.
I quit drinking a while back (I revisit videos like this for motivation), and in my experience my marriage went from okay to rocky, to outstanding. I'm much more patient with my spouse when I'm not dealing with the physiological effects of alcohol or it's withdrawal. Praying for you!
Today is Day 16 for me. Last night was a struggle but I got through it. With me quitting both drinking and smoking it’s tough to tell which I’m really having withdrawals from 🤷🏿♂️. These videos are very helpful to rewatch whenever doubt creeps into my head or at night when it’s more vulnerable to have a drink or cig! The longest I went without drinking was 45 days. This time feels a lot different in the sense of me really focused and wanting to not go back. Anxiety has gone all the way down. Def not as bad as it was. Everyday will get better so let’s get it
I quit drinking 3 years ago,I started drinking when I woke up till I passed out,I was drinking a 30 pack a day. Stopped cold turkey,oh I got the gout which contributed to me stopping the insanity,and I opened up my own painting company. I have been drinking since I was little my uncle's used to give us pony bottles of beer make us hide from the mom's. I'm 48 and sober !
I always said "I'm not addicted" until the day I created a spreadsheet to keep track of my daily routine and it turns out that I was drinking pretty much 6 out of 7 days a week. Last week I decided to stop and what really helped me was the fact that the following day I was in the supermarket and I said "let's buy a couple of beers". That hit so hard on me and at the same time is helping me to stay on the right path. Thanks for sharing this video and thanks for people that are commenting 🙌🏻
Today is my 30th day being sober . I ended up getting a dui a month ago and it made me realize that i was becoming somebody that i don't want to be . After these thirty days i feel like im slowly becoming myself again . I picked up guitar for the first time and haven't been able to drop it sense its definitely helped getting through those first weeks of feeling absolutely terrible . Watching videos like this has helped me so much , thank you !
I met an alcoholic ,we are in love and he wanted to quit after 33 years but was afraid I wouldn't like him sober ,but it's been wonderful he is so happy and free it's been wonderful for me too ,and he didn't go thru any withdrawal s !!
Awesome, I been single for a long time up until I met a beautiful lady 3 years ago, she never drinks and only ask me to drink beer not whiskey. I just told her I going to stop all alcohol! I am also scared that she might not like me sober. I read your comments and feel much better! Thx and good luck!
@@jefferymaxfield7826 well you're still you in there, it just takes a couple of months of getting used to the absence of alcohol to laugh genuinely, and be boisterous like you may have been on alcohol. That's still you, you still dance with the light and the dark. It sounds like she allowed you the time and the space to be that person, so now all you have to do is allow yourself the same space and freedom as well! I was worried too that I was going to be a lame duck and not any fun, so I made it a personal challenge to be even more weird and outgoing that I normally am. But also too, don't worry about other people's expectations. The entertainer needs rest too
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@@jefferymaxfield7826 I just released a video that I'm very proud of, an update to this video....episode number 90, titled the "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days". Here's the link and feel free to share on twitter, facebook, Reddit if you can! Much Love ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gS1QD86y9sc.html
So here I am returning from my parents after thanksgiving, I can’t even remember the last time I wouldn’t drink during a family get together. I decided to stop drinking about 10 days ago or you could say I’m 10 days sober. This video helped me decide not to pick up a six pack afterwards.
Having spent the majority of my adult life in the US Navy I have finally decided I have had enough. I'm on day 27 and feeling better everyday. Lost 12 lbs so far and reduced my high blood pressure now down to a slightly below normal range for my age. Still got a long way to go, but videos like this one help a lot. Thank you for making this one. All 20 things are absolutely true and I hope to continue on past 30, 90 and hopefully a lot longer.
I am on day three and I have a lot of anguish luckily I have some Xanax which I do not abuse I’ve done this before I’ve stopped for a year and backtracking a while ago and just recently in January of this year I stop for a month but went back this time I’m sick of it especially going through all of this anguish and anxiety I’m going to steadfast. How many days did it take you before you start feeling any Anguish anxiety
@@johnannoreno07 there's definitely therapeutic benefits to Xanax. But obviously it's highly addictive. I never abused it myself but found it greatly helpful
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@@GettingSoberAgain Hey brother, yes I am great. Update: I quit drinking and smoking cigarettes and taking adderall and smoking weed all by the end of February 2021. I have had only small issue with tiredness once I finally put it all down. It took about six weeks for me to mentally prepare myself to put it all down and the first two weeks I was super sleepy. I believe it has been by the grace of God that I don't have any cravings for nor have I had any for alcohol since late February when I quit. With that said I keep my guard up against alcohol and I plan to never drink again. I don't hide the fact that I quit and plan to never drink again. My ex wife also told me recently she has successfully quit drinking which was and answer to prayer and I can see she is so much better too. Thanks for asking about an update. Since most people I know work remote they don't see the change that I've experienced so it is nice to share. I was going to go to AA meetings but never made it and honestly I just don't think about alcohol anymore. I've been delivered praise be to God and thank you Jesus.
@@michaelking4578 incredible! And we give god the glory, Amen! What a blessing you are. May you continue to serve others and share your light and courage to help them find their way :)
The first minute of this video was exactly the first steps of my journey. The blood pressure the sleep the memory. This video is the truth from beginning to end
Today is my day one. I tend to throw away my no drinking goal at the end of the work day because it’s stressful. I set a reminder on my phone for every day this month at the time I leave work and buy alcohol, just to remind me not to. It’s gonna be a rough one.
I stopped drinking a year and a half ago after having the flu for 15 days- head ache wouldn’t go away with tromadol - 1 Tylenol 20 minutes it was gone- I drank for 53 years happy go lucky all my life - still married 53 years - I decided it was time to stop poisoning myself- I feel fantastic and my wife is very proud of me - we’re still very much in love and happy - I’m 69 next month and feel like Jack La Lane - you guys better watch out.
1.5 months "sober". Could only ever handle 3 drinks at any one time, but i think it's just as difficult to quit 2 habitual drinks a day, as it is to quit a heavier addiction.
I've been sober 63 days and after rehab after rehab I've finally managed to quit on my own . I feel fantastic and finally managing my health and responsibilities. Thank you for sharing this .. you are helping more people like myself than you know.
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I'm 55 years old, in the last 15 years I haven't slept more than 5v hours at time. I'm drunk now, listening to you makes sense. I need to pick a date to just stop. That should be interesting..
I’m 56 ... been drinking on and off since early adulthood... lost a lot of high value women because of my alcoholic tirades.. the last relationship just recently ... 5 days sober today and next AA meeting tonight. Let’s do this ...feeling on top of the world ...blood pressure measured half an hour ago ... 111/66
Finding out that I’m a Type 2 Diabetic has motivated me to put down the beer cans as well as other lifestyle changes. It’s been 7 days and so far so good.
Well congrats. For me the opposite. I just got my blood work back after more than 4 months of zero alcohol. A1C level jumped 3 points. (5.6 up to 5.9) I'm so pissed. So much for the health benefits of not drinking. I thought giving up alcohol would help.
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@@GettingSoberAgain Actually yes. I have also noticed that my dopamine system is normalizing. I am back to enjoying simple things like hiking, and kayaking.
@@GettingSoberAgain I have introduced alcohol back into my life. But not like before. Just a small (4oz) glass of wine when visiting friends and family if they are having one. No bars. Nothing with meals at restaurants that serve alcohol. I guess I don't feel like its my vise, or enemy any more. How about you?
You are my insperation. Im 26 going on 27 this year and i suck so far at getting sober. I want that so bad. I cried watching this not because its sad but because its all so true..where i am now and i want what you have. Ive been in AA my wife gets on my ass..but still i come back to it :/ if i knew it would be this hard i would have never started but i guess thats what they all say. I want a sober life. I want to feel alive and feel younger..i want to feel.. but i just find myself downing another bottle or beer.. I want to try to just stop again and its so hard especially when ur surrounded by people that dont understand. Demonize you because of it.
Coming up on 12 years, sober, I truly feel your pain, I was in the same position then as you are now, I lost the relationship with my son, who I haven't seen in 15 years, it broke up my marriage and some family and friends disowned me, it wasn't until I almost died from alcohol poisoning that I turned my life around, and saying I lost all that was wrong, I didn't lose anything, I thru it all away, I pray for you to get the strength you need to fight this terrible disease, god bless
Today (Tues, 1/11) is my first week of sobriety in several years. How great I feel is beyond words. I already look younger - face is brighter, less swollen, eyes clear and not puffy. No more chronic stomach issues. Memory is getting better. I’ve cleaned my whole apartment, had family over for dinner, kept an organized schedule, etc... I am 28 and developed alcoholism at age 19-20. I don’t remember the last time I was sober this long. But now I feel so isolated because I’ve pushed all my non-drunk friends away over the years, so the only good people I know are my family, from whom I’ve hidden the condition fairly well (they think it’s under control and has been for a while). I need to find an online support group or something to help me work through all the reflection/self-forgiveness/apologies to others etc..
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Thanks for sharing this video. I know I’m a couple years late but I’m on this very journey myself. Today marks 6 days sober from alcohol! It’s not a significant time under the belt but it sure beats the alternative. I’m already beginning to experience several changes you’ve listed since I quit last week and know it’ll continue to get better going forward. I did admit myself into an outpatient women’s only rehab facility to help provide me with necessary tools in remaining sober, getting to recognize triggers, all while working on my mental health. I’m eating much better and healthier. I have 2 children who need me and loving parents who would be mortified if they lost their daughter because I’ve noticed some bad health changes from alcohol consumption. The only way to heal is to put down the drink which I did. If I continue on I’ll be dead…I’m only 36! For all going through a new journey to sobriety, we’ve got this! And those who have a lot of sobriety time, I look up to you and cannot wait to reach that point myself!
I’ve been drinking and smoking weed for over 40 years. Surprised I’m still alive. Always booze and a little sneak a toke pipe. I’ve been three weeks sober and it feels great. Looking back on the time/opportunities wasted, ugh. Also been reading “the power of now” by Eckart Tolle.... it’s helping too. Came across this video and it only solidified my goal and journey of sobriety. Thank you!
That's great to hear! It's a journey, be patient. A lot of people slip up and go really hard on themselves and start binging again. I'll check out the book recommendation thank you :)
I just released a video that I'm very proud of, an update to this video....episode number 90, titled the "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days". Here's the link and feel free to share on twitter, facebook, Reddit if you can! Much Love ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gS1QD86y9sc.html
Last June I quit smoking after 40 years and two packs a day. I've quit a lot of things in my life, but alcohol was by far the most difficult. I'm at 21 days right now and can't believe how good I feel. I also read a book by Allen Carr called "The Easy Way To Control Alcohol" It really helped. I also read his book called "The Easy Way To Stop Smoking"
@@CindyP10 Hi, sorry I missed your reply. It's been a year since I quit drinking now and I don't miss it at all. And 2 years since I quit smoking. I've been working on quitting sodas, it's been a hard road but I finally did it a week and a half ago. Hope you are doing well Cindy P
@@rangeorge85051 Allen Carr was a tremendous help for me. He helps you to understand the why behind it all. Once you understand the "WHY" it's fairly easy to stop.
Great video! I’m just starting my sober journey (day two today). Many of my goals are listed in your video here. 1. Normalize blood pressure 2. Lose 30lbs (I practice fasting and eat fairly healthy the majority of the time but cannot lose the beer weight! Only way is to cut out the extra calories which for me is about 750/day from IPAs lol) 3. Better sleep. I sleep like shit and have been for years. Now I know why. 4. More energy. Sick of feeling fatigued ALL THE TIME. Can’t even remember what “normal” energy feels like. I’m literally always tired. 5. Reverse “bedroom issues” and gain my libido back. Ugh. Nothing worse. 6. Regain sense of calm emotional control. I’ve def noticed I’ve been less stable lately. Quicker to anger, to doom and despair etc. this ain’t me. And if there’s more, those are just bonuses. Cutting out a several-year habit of about 6 beers/night, just about every damn night. I think it really took hold during lockdowns and hasn’t let up since. Now at 48 I’m really seeing the detriments to my health and well-being and am PUMPED to get things back on track! Thanks again for the encouragement!
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May you be blessed along your way my friend! Not too much room for hope, and maybe on this journey. Remember to use definitive statements. You WILL walk this journey. Make sure that you properly prepare yourself while you practice sobriety and be patient with yourself if you fall short. Persevere!
I'm on 2 weeks now I already feel so much better. NEVER going back. I love money and the better sleep I'm getting. Also my lower back used to hurt everyday for years and it's practically disappeared with the same routine
Wowza! You're reaping the benefits!!! Just be advised and read up on the "pink cloud/honeymoon phase" of getting sober. It's a plateau affect where the excitement of sobriety wears off and people tend to relapse. I experienced some extreme lows right around month 3-4. But you can work through anything you're prepared for! Keep up the good work and I hope you have more great results :)
I just released a video that I'm very proud of, an update to this video....episode number 90, titled the "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days". Here's the link and feel free to share on twitter, facebook, Reddit if you can! Much Love ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gS1QD86y9sc.html
@@naelyneurkopfen9741 I just released a video that I'm very proud of, an update to this video....episode number 90, titled the "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days". Here's the link and feel free to share on twitter, facebook, Reddit if you can! Much Love ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gS1QD86y9sc.html
I'm on day three. Its almost 7 o'clock and I've made it another day. Thank you for the video. I can totally relate. Went into a clean kitchen this morning! Thanks again for this video.
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I just got through the first day. I drink while cooking so that was the worst part of it. I've been drinking for 33 years. I can feel when I need a break. Too much junk food and alcohol makes you feel like the walking dead. I started feeling nauseous and a little out of it a couple days ago so I figured I'd try 30 days starting today. Veggies and fruits mostly and no alcohol. I feel much better today than I have in the past 3 days. Good luck to everyone here trying to do better. It's a tough ride but you can do it!
