I am very glad I found this on TH-cam. I started drinking when I’m 14 years old, I am now 58. I’ve got to stop for so many reasons. My name is Brad and I truly hope y’all will pray for me.
Hello everyone I’m glad I found the site very informative. I retired in 2022 and had a lot of time on my hands to sit around and do some drinking. I should’ve kept working. It got so bad that my daughter noticed my decline very quickly. She showed me a picture of myself one year prior and then showed me a current picture and it was drastic. I had to immediately go look in the mirror because I thought I still looked cool, because I looked 10 years older in one year and some change. I called recovery centers of America. Even my address went upstairs, took a shower, pack my bags and went away for 30 days. It was a great decision. It lasted for about nine months. I’m not as bad as I was before but I see I still got a lot of time on my hands so I have to make some changes. My start date is going to be March 8, 2024.
I made the decision to quit 2 days ago after 10 years of drinking regularly and lot of times getting in trouble and risking my life. I’m doing this for myself and my wife too! Wish me luck!
Last time I got drunk I was sick in the street like a total scumbag, did endless shots with fake pub friends, woke up on a friends sofa (unsure how I got there) and had a 3 day hang over in which I thought I had alcohol poisoning. When I caught up with my daughter who I hadn't seen in a week, all I wanted to do was sleep it off. I haven't touched a drop since 5th April (longest stint since teenage - not even a mid week top up. Nothing). Got rid of all the booze in the house. I'm done. Since then I have so much more energy and I'm a better person. More focused and a better dad.
@@CW-ee5ih Thank you for reading it. 😊 I admit, I like the odd shandy once in a while for taste now, but I really don't enjoy / drink any spirits, shots or hard drinks and havent had a hangover since 5th April. It's amazing when you do some research, see what it does to you and take a step out of the box. I hope all is well your end too.
Did detox in 2017 was drinking at least 6 beers and 3 shots of vodka a night. Now slowly been drinking more and more from a couple to 5 a day. So last Monday I deiced to taper it off and try to quit again. Yesterday I started to get sick and nauseas, hope that goes away soon and pull through this.
I want to quit to improve my mental health and form more meaningful relationships. I start tomorrow (28/12/2024). Hogmanay/New Years will be complicated but I can do it. Thank you for the advice.
I plan to quit drinking for a month in 3 days. August 11th. It is my 89 year old father's birthday. I have been mindful of my drinking for over a year now, and that has been a blessing however I am ready to take the next step. This video is helpful at this point in my journey. I hope for success.
I love how I feel after 3 days of no beer and want to see how I feel after 1 week, 2 weeks and so on but get sudden urges late afternoon to go buy beer and wake up in the morning pissed at myself saying ok today is the day and it never happens. I’m 55 and just want to find better health…even if I could stop M-F I would be happy…anyway, putting this out there makes me feel a little better
Im 28 now so i feel times not on my side but a few months ago, i quit for about a month and 2 weeks and was very proud of myself. Then the lads from work was going out for a drink so i thought 'ah why not its just one session itll just be a one off i wont have anymore after this night' my god my drinking became the worst its ever been i can stop monday- thursday while working but the weekend i make up for it and drink so much at home as it made me happy! My last drink was now 2 nights ago and im gonna give it my all to try this time, wish me luck guys and i wish my luck to anybody whos also trying!
i know how you feel. I've been drinking heavily for the last 30 years. Time is on your side. I'm 52. Got a box of beers with my shopping 2 nights ago. Ended up drinking throughout the entire night. In the morning went to the supermarket to get more booze. When that ran out i went to the pub, had 2 beers then got a 6 pack to drink at home. Had 2 beers then eventually fell asleep out of exhaustion. Woke up at 3 in the morning with the hangover kicking in and the depression on top of regrets and emotional heart ache meant I couldn't go back to sleep. Fear for my future too may have released adrenailin too. I fell asleep around 10am i woke up about 3pm and I feel more depresssed than I've felt in years. I've got to get out of this cycle. good luck man.
I recently read that when quitting it will take a full couple of weeks before our sleep begins to improve. So, we’ve got to get thru those first couple of weeks.
Love the video been trying to cut down quit for a long time with a very uneven results starting today really feel motivated like I’m ready to stop once for all. I barely enjoy it anymore even for that and it’s ruining my blood pressure, etc.. Wish me luck to all.
Hello everyone I've been doing since I've been 14 yrs old now im 34 with teenage children and a loved one it's always made me feel better when I had trama in my life today will be my first day and I know I got this
I want to quit alcohol completely because I don't know why I do it and i cant name one time when it was ever beneficial to me. For some reason it always soundS like a good idea but never is. I don't want to wake up ashamed and guilty anymore.
Super helpful video! I have been a light drinker all my life and don't abuse alcohol. But if you're a problem drinker you need to quit or cut it down. The lower your weekly consumption of alcohol, the lower your lifetime risk of an alcohol related illness. If you're a heavy drinker, stopping suddenly or reducing your alcohol use too quickly, can lead to severe health complications, including seizures and even death. Consult your GP or a local alcohol counsellor before you try quitting. Thanks for the valuable and very useful information Doctor O'Donovan!🙌❤👍
If you are a light drinker you should consider eliminating it altogether. Do you REALLY get that much enjoyment from drinking a poison? Is there REALLY any benefit? Then why do it at all. I can ingest poison in small doses and it won't hurt me, but it surely isn't good for me.
It's 12:23 on December 7th 2024. I'm about to turn 52 years old and I am an alcoholic. I drink everyday and I have to stop. I'm trying to find supplements or anything that I can take that will help me with my mental obsession and alcohol craving. My son is also an alcoholic and we are struggling badly. Any advice will be so greatly appreciated
I’m quitting today. My problem is I can’t drink moderately, once I start I basically drink until I pass out. I have a wife and kids that love me and idk how much longer they will be around if I continue on this path.
Drinking for 15yrs and have tried quitting in the past 2 years (failed). No dependency (no shaky hands, trembling, etc). No cravings during the day or party. No health issue. Only time i drink is before bed. I used to be able to perform normally even after drinking. But with body getting used to alcohol, the volume has surged to the point even i feel is too much (700ml whisky over 3 nights). This amount causes me to have headache in the morning and/or overslept till afternoon. I want to quit because I want my morning time back, I want my clear mind when i wake up in the morning. I really dislike the headache in the morning. Sleepy disorder occur within 3 days of no drinking but i managed to overcome that. On 5th day onwards, every night, I feel the urge to drink before bed. Tried all kinds of distractions, yet to be successful. Will continue to try.
Hello all, got drugged while out with friends the other night while drinking & got in pretty bad wreck.. with that being said I’m here to learn how to enjoy my social life without putting myself through the misfortune & pain that comes with overindulgence
"Hi, I'm 39 years old and have been drinking since I was 13. I've realized that alcohol clouds my judgment, and the decisions I make when I'm drunk hurt not just me but also my wife, children, and everyone around me. I want to quit because I want a clear and fully functional mind to make better choices for my life and my loved ones. Thank you for this video; it's inspiring me to take the first step toward a better future."
Keep on your journey! I'm in my 20s, and I'm fully addicted. I get blackout drunk as often as I can. I feel terrible because I don't have a support group. My life is empty. My parents think I'm a freak. I feel like a burden to my family. Sometimes I think I should give up
@@A.K.A-17 do not give up my dear and you are not a freak. alcohol is a drug and need to be addressed. our mental health should be our main focus. Please do not give up
Thank you Dr. Im not a heavy drinker but when I do drink I end up feeling awful the next day. Headache, low energy, unproductive. Also an old friend of mine just passed away from cirrohsis. So that shook me up.
Hi! I accidentally ran into this video, which firmed up my recently conceived resolve to kick my alcohol addiction for good. I have been indulging in this bad habit for the last three decades, which initially seemed rewarding but now feels like nothing short of slavery. Hope this forum will come in handy for me to get out of this black hole of my own making. 😊
Quick question (hopefully) - I want to cut down on alcohol for my overall health. I have one glass of wine each night (according to bottle, it is actually 2 standard drinks). It's my way of relaxing and winding down after a really hard day. I'm a mum to 3 kids, the eldest with special needs, and my days are incredibly stressful and exhausting. There is no off switch for me and no one else to take over the care needs of my eldest while I have a break. I can't even take one day off as some of what my eldest needs can't be done by anyone else, and needs doing several times a day. There is nothing else I know to do in place of that glass of wine to help me relax and unwind once the kids are finally in bed. I watch a show, have a glass of wine and try and switch off from daily stressors. What can I replace it with? I need one small thing that I can look forward to at the end of each day when I'm so exhausted that I don’t know how to get through another day. I know a glass of wine isn't a healthy way for me to have a few moments of down time, but I honestly don’t know what I would replace it with that has the same effect and is achievable. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Canabis. .. it's the only non physicaly addiction that is easy to pick up and put it down again......I find ...I slipped into a glass of scotch after stopping canabis for 6mnths at Xmas .... with the scotch ..I've gone from 1 glass .to a pint a night ..since Xmas ..I'm going back to weed ..it helps me sleep...not addictive ..will soon be legal across the board...but ..it's horses for courses ...and lesser evils ..if it is 1 glass of wine....you don't really have an addiction.....if ...it's 1 glass ..how big. ?..... I don't see a problem in a glass of wine I wish I had your fortitude.....my son has aspergers...is doing 3 A levels. . hoping for an A A B .to access his modern languages degree....I go through every lesson with him at the close of day ..he's my motivation....to draw that fierce intelligence out of a boy i understand fundamentally helps me ...I feel for you.... blessings ❤
My late mom signed my brother up for drug and alcohol therapy for a whole week. My brother came back, he became more dependent on alcohol and hard drugs. My dad told me to leave my brother and I did in 2007, these days I heard he’s still dependent on alcohol, but he’s married and he’s unemployed since after 2005.
Often residential detox isn't for everyone...it didn't work for me...as a teen..it simply highlighted my levels of addiction...it whispers your problems in the ear.......I'm now on maintainance methadone...plus tranquillisers for alchahol....I'm 50 and it's a lifetime journey now ...... sometimes therapy for the young can be the wrong attack .sadly ...some people will just shift to chaotic .. realising the level of the problem isn't as bad as everyone else...they ape the doses they hear touted..quite frightening levels of use...Ive been there its tough.... addiction sucks ... especially around our young......sadly
Hi! Thank you, I need to stop because I have a new project that needs all my attention and focus, and on it depends my family’s financial stability. This was really helpful because I couldn’t relate with heavy drinking, never had a family problem or anything like that, but that doesn’t mean it is not a problem. Could be worse because I could excuse myself saying that it’s not a problem but I can clearly see productivity issues and a level of dependency even though it hasn’t being a big problem….yet.
My problem is I can’t play video games without drinking and I love video games. In college I had a bad depression/existential crisis about death and It made me feel like video games were worthless when I really loved them. I turned to alcohol to continue doing what I loved but the consequences were I got hooked. I’ve been cutting down from 8 beers to around 4 beers. On good days I drink two on bad days maybe 6-7. There’s also wine and liquor as well. I also smoke cannabis everyday and tbh I wanna cut back on that too. I really need some help here.
October 3rd I’ve been a daily drinker for well over 5 years now.. and it’s to the point I’m drinking higher content alcohol beverages to get drunk faster… I got drunk at work yesterday went home without telling anyone thankfully the staff likes me and saved my job… but I’m starting to get real irritable and think everyone’s against me so I just feel numb to the point I don’t want to think and I wanna do better for my 20 month old son and mostly myself it’s also starting to take effect on my relationship with my fiancé I’m sure she tends to leave soon..
I don't drink a lot, but I drink every day. And have done for many, many years. I really want to stop for my health and to lose the beet belly. But I find it hard even attempting it.
When I quit from drinking about pint of vodka a day is I did 3 tall cans the first day and two tall cans the second day, and then one wine can the third day. The tall cans were steel reserve. It was a hit uncomfortable after the third day but I had weed to help me out for a little bit
2024, dec 15, i am only 20 but have had enough experiences, i now want never to be drunk, i have been so close to ruining my life enough times because of alcohol, please help me live a life without ever touching alcohol, i want to be saved.
I've been experiencing pain in my liver I don't want to fully quit because last time did that I had a seizure and I don't want to put my family through that again. So how do I cut down safely to not have a seizure. I really don't want to go to meetings with anyone because last time I didn't feel like it helped. What helps is me setting stones and I have no problem doing that I just need the right info. Can someone guide me?
Ive graduated from a binge drinker to a daily binge drinker with alcoholic shakes and all. thanks pandemic lockdown. i hope i can do this, my life is too full for anything else.
@@TexasISPDude Have faith and focus buddy. If need be, dont do this alone. Seek help. But what a champ and what a great start you've made in recognizing that there's a problem to begin with.👍
I want to stop/cut down for my health, to lose weight and improve my life, it took up a large part of my 20s and now I’m 30 I want to focus on longevity, have a family one day and so on
I want to stop drinking because i gained at least 30kg and I feel as if I had no energy all the time; until I have the first of many 0,5L Beers that night.
I want to quit alcohol because it's ruining my life and relationships with people, I've wasted tons of money, homeless and lost all hope. I want my life back and my health back. I'm quitting today (cold turkey) 08/17/2024 God willing I'll get through this. Pray for me
After 35 years of drinking, This past sunday was my last drunken stuper. I have had a drink late evening at home since Sunday, but it sure feels better the next day than having 5, 6,7 drinks a night! And when I say drinks, its rum and diet coke and not small pours..... Being hungover most days and some days just awful has just become stupid. Lucky I work from home, because if I didnt, I wouldnt have a job. Ultimate goal is to quit totally. I just need to ween off. Wed was awful this week! I was shaking so bad. I had 2 drinks that night. But again, I feel cutting back a LOT is so far good, but not good enough. I know I can do it, I just need to do it. I have talked to MANY people and told them I am trying to quit..... Funny to learn, multiple people I told that to, also are cutting back. I am just shocked as I talk to people and they are doing the same. That makes me feel very good! Why do I want to do it? My health, my family, my friends and to feel better about me. I am very lucky in that I have a very healthy extended family. My son is a deputy sheriff, my daughter is an RN, and I have a very supportive wife. (why she put up with my shit for so many years, God will have to answer that). Cheers all. I hope we can all make the goal happen!
I want to quit drinking because I need to lose weight. I used to weigh 148 and now I'm at 190. I've came a long way to lose from 210 down to 150 and to gain it all back?? It's tearing me down. I feel so gross and ugly. I plan to start today! Thank you for this video!!
Want to cut down & eventually stop drinking to Improve my health lose weight & have a closer relationship with my family starting tomorrow 8th October 24 having 3 drink free days aweek to start with them increase good luck to everyone on this journey!! ❤
I want to quit drinking to save my marriage becuase the drinking makes me have bad moments in my marriage and also to save money. l want this path to work and my starting date is 16 December 2024
I’m cutting down today because I need to lose 20 lbs, I feel it in my liver, I want to save money - but most of all - I want to be a good example for my teenage daughter.
I want to stop drinking because I have liver damage but I’m finding it hard. I started drinking a lot more during Covid lockdown. I have times where I won’t drink but when I do I drink a lot! I’m going to stop from today and just take it one day at a time
I quit during Covid, lost 20 lbs and felt great all the time. I slowly got back into it and now I have it daily again. I want to get back to where I was. I don’t know why it’s harder this time
All the talking in the world 🌎 seems to do nothing. Reading books, watching videos, even praying to God. I don't want it to take a tragedy for me to slow down. It's one of the hardest things to do when you enjoy it and want to slow down but need to stop... Addictions ain't nothing but the devil controlling you. God willing my day will come soon... ❤ 🙏 ☝🏼🚫 Alcohol 🚫
I want to quit drinking alcohol to be a better husband for my wife and a better father to my kids. I also want to stop drinking alcohol for myself, my mood and my health. I’m going to start my journey December 17th 2024
Thanksgiving 2024 I’m fucking done. This shit has ruined my life and I haven’t drank in almost a year and it’s still all I think about. I’ve mentally relapsed. I need to fight this fucking shit. GOD HELP ME.
My start date will be today April 6th 2024. Been wanting to stop for a while. I am a heavy drinker. Am talking about a 5th a day every for well over 12yrs. But now when I drink I get a bit mean if my wife or kids say or do something I don't like. But yesterday I was driving home and had have a drink since the day before and I felt like I was drunk. Hands shaking. I AM AN ALCOHOLIC. AND I WANT TO STOP.
I’m mostly watching this because TH-cam will NOT STOP SHOWING ME ADS FOR ALCOHOL. Its actually genuinely stressing me out. I’m only 14 days in too. Ive made the goal of at least a full year before I’ll allow myself to even think about drinking again
I want to stop because I am a terrible drunk, it’s not good for me and I only do things I regret when I get drunk. I need to stop it’s become this compulsive thing and it’s so hard I need this. I owe it to myself
The problem when I stop is sleeping …especially if I have to work the day after . I just can’t get to sleep and I end up getting anxious before bed in case I don’t get enough sleep , it’s a vicious circle
Same here. The first weeks of sobriety were terrible. But slowly getting better. I take 4 to 5mgs of melatonin to help induce sleep. I won't let my disrupted sleep be an excuse to drink. Even though Im tired, at least I don't have the brain fog, the hangovers and the constant dizziness anymore.
Just want to say if you're watching this video, YOURE A FUCKIN LEGEND I'm not a alcoholic or problem drinker, but definitely have problems with control. Drinking beer is a shitty way to cope and that's the biggest thing to keep in mind. It doesn't cure your problems and won't make you feel better. Keep your usage and frequency in mind and tey to keep track of it physically in a note on your phone or note pad. This will put your drinking in a physical manifestation. Love you all and hope we can all become better people together!
I want to stop drinking because when I do Im never able to control myself and allways end up drinking too much, I allways get sick after I drink too much, i end up spending too much money for alcohol and night outs and I dont want to have intoxication as a regular part of my life.
Yes iv drank every day more or less for 20 years iv had detox before I work full time an drink every nite I'm full of good intentions all day come 6pm I go for beer I really want to have 3 4 days alcohol free
Been 2 days from a binge...cold sweats, puking, no energy and depressed...something very bad is going to happen if continued so its time at 43 after 25 years of abuse.
want to stop or cut down because half of the time i drink now i end up blacked out, only 21 but the past year has just been me getting worse with alcohol i feel like. once i start drinking it’s like all i can do until i pass out the second i finish one drink i grab another.
After studying up on alcohol and effects, it became clear the latest research found there are no health benefits to drinking. Even one drink causes permanent bodily damage. Started out reducing the amount of drinking from a daily drink to one a drink week, then one a month, then only one on major holidays now at one drink a year. Had half a glass of champagne on our anniversary.
I have a serious flu last Friday, I would like to quit the the alcohol at the same time. Haven’t touch any alcohol since last Friday. I have all the withdrawal symptoms, I don’t know is because of the virus or the alcohol dependence? But isn’t matter. How many days I can be cleared? Also how long or how much maximum I can consume ( on social events) thanks a lot
I want to stop drinking because i want to love myself again, have more energy , be healthy , and not be so angry
Me and be the real me and stop the past from destroying me and handle it better
Me too
see a doctor, I did and now I am doing it.
Me 2
You will have a trouble one day. That day will be the day to quit. I am sober, already 2 years.
I am very glad I found this on TH-cam. I started drinking when I’m 14 years old, I am now 58. I’ve got to stop for so many reasons. My name is Brad and I truly hope y’all will pray for me.
good luck man
We in this togetha
You can do it!! 😊😊
Im praying for you nd all of us thats dependent on it
Wishing you all the best Brad.
Hello everyone I’m glad I found the site very informative. I retired in 2022 and had a lot of time on my hands to sit around and do some drinking. I should’ve kept working. It got so bad that my daughter noticed my decline very quickly. She showed me a picture of myself one year prior and then showed me a current picture and it was drastic. I had to immediately go look in the mirror because I thought I still looked cool, because I looked 10 years older in one year and some change. I called recovery centers of America. Even my address went upstairs, took a shower, pack my bags and went away for 30 days. It was a great decision. It lasted for about nine months. I’m not as bad as I was before but I see I still got a lot of time on my hands so I have to make some changes. My start date is going to be March 8, 2024.
Well done for making this decision
Good luck mate! I send you all my good vibes. I started 2 days ago after 10 years of drinking occasionally. Let’s see how is going.
I made the decision to quit 2 days ago after 10 years of drinking regularly and lot of times getting in trouble and risking my life. I’m doing this for myself and my wife too! Wish me luck!
That’s amazing. Congratulations on making this decision. Wishing you the best and please let me know how you get on
Are you still off alcohol?
how were the withdraws I want to do it but im scared
@@jesuslemus6598 same
Goodluck my friend
Last time I got drunk I was sick in the street like a total scumbag, did endless shots with fake pub friends, woke up on a friends sofa (unsure how I got there) and had a 3 day hang over in which I thought I had alcohol poisoning. When I caught up with my daughter who I hadn't seen in a week, all I wanted to do was sleep it off. I haven't touched a drop since 5th April (longest stint since teenage - not even a mid week top up. Nothing). Got rid of all the booze in the house. I'm done. Since then I have so much more energy and I'm a better person. More focused and a better dad.
You rock dude, I know you've got this!
@@therealzman6177 Thank you buddy, that's very kind. And for your info, I still haven't touched a drop! 😊 - Hope all is swell your end too.
Awesome story
@@CW-ee5ih Thank you for reading it. 😊 I admit, I like the odd shandy once in a while for taste now, but I really don't enjoy / drink any spirits, shots or hard drinks and havent had a hangover since 5th April. It's amazing when you do some research, see what it does to you and take a step out of the box. I hope all is well your end too.
Are you still good?!?
Did detox in 2017 was drinking at least 6 beers and 3 shots of vodka a night. Now slowly been drinking more and more from a couple to 5 a day. So last Monday I deiced to taper it off and try to quit again. Yesterday I started to get sick and nauseas, hope that goes away soon and pull through this.
you seem to be on a low amount TBH compared to some of us.
i was on 6 litres of cider a day and 8 pints and 2 heart attacks and diabetes and i still drank for 5 yrs
Almost 3 years without alcohol. Love it
Starting over... slipped up but working at it. Jan 1st was my last drink. #goingstrong
Well done
I’m going around in circles. Don’t drink as much but still binge now and again it kills me. It’s like I forget
I want to quit to improve my mental health and form more meaningful relationships. I start tomorrow (28/12/2024). Hogmanay/New Years will be complicated but I can do it.
Thank you for the advice.
Dec 2, 2024 I quit. I an 48 hrs sober. I'm preparing for the cravings .I drank daily for50 years.
Hope you don't have any health issue. And how did you quit.
I am STOPPING today
Jan 25 I need to cut down
Great video. Today is my mark, my why is be a better role model.
I plan to quit drinking for a month in 3 days. August 11th. It is my 89 year old father's birthday. I have been mindful of my drinking for over a year now, and that has been a blessing however I am ready to take the next step. This video is helpful at this point in my journey. I hope for success.
I’ve been drinking for 40 years. I finally quit on Labor Day weekend- the first week was rough. It gets better after that.
I want to cut down alcohol because I am non functional the next day. I have a drinking problem, can’t stop once I start.
Me too
same here
Me too
Don't drink all the time but when I do I can't stop
Same.
I love how I feel after 3 days of no beer and want to see how I feel after 1 week, 2 weeks and so on but get sudden urges late afternoon to go buy beer and wake up in the morning pissed at myself saying ok today is the day and it never happens. I’m 55 and just want to find better health…even if I could stop M-F I would be happy…anyway, putting this out there makes me feel a little better
Im 28 now so i feel times not on my side but a few months ago, i quit for about a month and 2 weeks and was very proud of myself. Then the lads from work was going out for a drink so i thought 'ah why not its just one session itll just be a one off i wont have anymore after this night' my god my drinking became the worst its ever been i can stop monday- thursday while working but the weekend i make up for it and drink so much at home as it made me happy! My last drink was now 2 nights ago and im gonna give it my all to try this time, wish me luck guys and i wish my luck to anybody whos also trying!
i know how you feel. I've been drinking heavily for the last 30 years. Time is on your side. I'm 52. Got a box of beers with my shopping 2 nights ago. Ended up drinking throughout the entire night. In the morning went to the supermarket to get more booze. When that ran out i went to the pub, had 2 beers then got a 6 pack to drink at home. Had 2 beers then eventually fell asleep out of exhaustion. Woke up at 3 in the morning with the hangover kicking in and the depression on top of regrets and emotional heart ache meant I couldn't go back to sleep. Fear for my future too may have released adrenailin too. I fell asleep around 10am i woke up about 3pm and I feel more depresssed than I've felt in years. I've got to get out of this cycle. good luck man.
My withdrawals when I stop alcohol are constipation, irritability, and can't sleep. I want to quit drinking to lose weight.
I have those exact same symptoms
It's crazy that I have the same symptoms... You got this!
I drink like a mf fish and never had withdrawals how damn much did u drink??
I recently read that when quitting it will take a full couple of weeks before our sleep begins to improve. So, we’ve got to get thru those first couple of weeks.
Love the video been trying to cut down quit for a long time with a very uneven results starting today really feel motivated like I’m ready to stop once for all. I barely enjoy it anymore even for that and it’s ruining my blood pressure, etc.. Wish me luck to all.
Hello everyone I've been doing since I've been 14 yrs old now im 34 with teenage children and a loved one it's always made me feel better when I had trama in my life today will be my first day and I know I got this
I want to quit alcohol completely because I don't know why I do it and i cant name one time when it was ever beneficial to me. For some reason it always soundS like a good idea but never is. I don't want to wake up ashamed and guilty anymore.
I stopped drinking due to High Blood Pressure. It's been two years now and I feel healthy again but my doctor still prescribed me BP meds.
Glad you managed to make
This change in your lifestyle
Super helpful video! I have been a light drinker all my life and don't abuse alcohol. But if you're a problem drinker you need to quit or cut it down. The lower your weekly consumption of alcohol, the lower your lifetime risk of an alcohol related illness. If you're a heavy drinker, stopping suddenly or reducing your alcohol use too quickly, can lead to severe health complications, including seizures and even death. Consult your GP or a local alcohol counsellor before you try quitting. Thanks for the valuable and very useful information Doctor O'Donovan!🙌❤👍
Thanks so much as ever
If you are a light drinker you should consider eliminating it altogether. Do you REALLY get that much enjoyment from drinking a poison? Is there REALLY any benefit?
Then why do it at all. I can ingest poison in small doses and it won't hurt me, but it surely isn't good for me.
It's 12:23 on December 7th 2024. I'm about to turn 52 years old and I am an alcoholic. I drink everyday and I have to stop. I'm trying to find supplements or anything that I can take that will help me with my mental obsession and alcohol craving. My son is also an alcoholic and we are struggling badly. Any advice will be so greatly appreciated
Hi, see if your doctor will prescribe Naltrexone. It helps with cravings.
Potassium, good magnesium, and vitamin D3+K….turmeric tea also helps.
Me too.am fed up
Very interesting thank you
Glad you enjoyed it
Good information 🎉🎉
Thank you so much
Monday. Nov 4. Done
I want to stop drinking to improve my self esteem, find pride in myself, improve my health and avoid any accidents or any DUI
I’m quitting today. My problem is I can’t drink moderately, once I start I basically drink until I pass out. I have a wife and kids that love me and idk how much longer they will be around if I continue on this path.
I want to stop completely! I’ve waisted too much money and time. I’ve not had a drink in ten days.
Well done!
Drinking for 15yrs and have tried quitting in the past 2 years (failed). No dependency (no shaky hands, trembling, etc). No cravings during the day or party. No health issue. Only time i drink is before bed. I used to be able to perform normally even after drinking. But with body getting used to alcohol, the volume has surged to the point even i feel is too much (700ml whisky over 3 nights). This amount causes me to have headache in the morning and/or overslept till afternoon.
I want to quit because I want my morning time back, I want my clear mind when i wake up in the morning. I really dislike the headache in the morning.
Sleepy disorder occur within 3 days of no drinking but i managed to overcome that. On 5th day onwards, every night, I feel the urge to drink before bed. Tried all kinds of distractions, yet to be successful. Will continue to try.
Hello all, got drugged while out with friends the other night while drinking & got in pretty bad wreck.. with that being said I’m here to learn how to enjoy my social life without putting myself through the misfortune & pain that comes with overindulgence
"Hi, I'm 39 years old and have been drinking since I was 13. I've realized that alcohol clouds my judgment, and the decisions I make when I'm drunk hurt not just me but also my wife, children, and everyone around me. I want to quit because I want a clear and fully functional mind to make better choices for my life and my loved ones. Thank you for this video; it's inspiring me to take the first step toward a better future."
Keep on your journey! I'm in my 20s, and I'm fully addicted. I get blackout drunk as often as I can. I feel terrible because I don't have a support group. My life is empty. My parents think I'm a freak. I feel like a burden to my family. Sometimes I think I should give up
@@A.K.A-17 do not give up my dear and you are not a freak. alcohol is a drug and need to be addressed. our mental health should be our main focus. Please do not give up
@@BRAJMUN god I needed this
I just hate the way I feel and I’m just tired of it all but scared to stop😢 feel like I won’t fit anymore.
I ve been looking foward to stop drinking for a long time now
Your video is very helpful
Ill set my date to stop drinking
Thank you
You got this!
Ty
Thank you Dr. Im not a heavy drinker but when I do drink I end up feeling awful the next day. Headache, low energy, unproductive. Also an old friend of mine just passed away from cirrohsis. So that shook me up.
I want to quit drinking because I am a better person and my health reasons also!
I have quit! Stress pancreatic helped me decide. Still stressed with things going on but doing good
I want to start limiting my alcohol today, including not drinking on specific days of the week and less drinks when I do indulge.
8-5-24. I have several reasons I want to stop including my health and liver issues.
Hi! I accidentally ran into this video, which firmed up my recently conceived resolve to kick my alcohol addiction for good. I have been indulging in this bad habit for the last three decades, which initially seemed rewarding but now feels like nothing short of slavery. Hope this forum will come in handy for me to get out of this black hole of my own making. 😊
Quick question (hopefully) - I want to cut down on alcohol for my overall health. I have one glass of wine each night (according to bottle, it is actually 2 standard drinks). It's my way of relaxing and winding down after a really hard day. I'm a mum to 3 kids, the eldest with special needs, and my days are incredibly stressful and exhausting. There is no off switch for me and no one else to take over the care needs of my eldest while I have a break. I can't even take one day off as some of what my eldest needs can't be done by anyone else, and needs doing several times a day. There is nothing else I know to do in place of that glass of wine to help me relax and unwind once the kids are finally in bed. I watch a show, have a glass of wine and try and switch off from daily stressors. What can I replace it with? I need one small thing that I can look forward to at the end of each day when I'm so exhausted that I don’t know how to get through another day. I know a glass of wine isn't a healthy way for me to have a few moments of down time, but I honestly don’t know what I would replace it with that has the same effect and is achievable. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for sharing 🙏 When I knit, paint, craft I forget about all of my troubles. I go into a place of relaxed calm. God’s blessings be with you 🙏
Canabis. .. it's the only non physicaly addiction that is easy to pick up and put it down again......I find ...I slipped into a glass of scotch after stopping canabis for 6mnths at Xmas .... with the scotch ..I've gone from 1 glass .to a pint a night ..since Xmas ..I'm going back to weed ..it helps me sleep...not addictive ..will soon be legal across the board...but ..it's horses for courses ...and lesser evils ..if it is 1 glass of wine....you don't really have an addiction.....if ...it's 1 glass ..how big. ?..... I don't see a problem in a glass of wine I wish I had your fortitude.....my son has aspergers...is doing 3 A levels. . hoping for an A A B .to access his modern languages degree....I go through every lesson with him at the close of day ..he's my motivation....to draw that fierce intelligence out of a boy i understand fundamentally helps me ...I feel for you.... blessings ❤
Valium
🙏🏽It’s not easy. In these moments, I’m reminded that I have a Heavenly Father who I can go to for help. Praying your strength. Don’t stop trying!
@@wendywilliams3991 thank you
Greetings from Nagaland India
Greetings
My last drink was 31st Dec 24. I want to stop drinking for health reasons.
My late mom signed my brother up for drug and alcohol therapy for a whole week.
My brother came back, he became more dependent on alcohol and hard drugs.
My dad told me to leave my brother and I did in 2007, these days I heard he’s still dependent on alcohol, but he’s married and he’s unemployed since after 2005.
I am sorry to hear this
Often residential detox isn't for everyone...it didn't work for me...as a teen..it simply highlighted my levels of addiction...it whispers your problems in the ear.......I'm now on maintainance methadone...plus tranquillisers for alchahol....I'm 50 and it's a lifetime journey now ...... sometimes therapy for the young can be the wrong attack .sadly ...some people will just shift to chaotic .. realising the level of the problem isn't as bad as everyone else...they ape the doses they hear touted..quite frightening levels of use...Ive been there its tough.... addiction sucks ... especially around our young......sadly
Hi! Thank you, I need to stop because I have a new project that needs all my attention and focus, and on it depends my family’s financial stability.
This was really helpful because I couldn’t relate with heavy drinking, never had a family problem or anything like that, but that doesn’t mean it is not a problem. Could be worse because I could excuse myself saying that it’s not a problem but I can clearly see productivity issues and a level of dependency even though it hasn’t being a big problem….yet.
I’m happy being here! Alcohol has dealt with me and messed with my health
My problem is I can’t play video games without drinking and I love video games. In college I had a bad depression/existential crisis about death and It made me feel like video games were worthless when I really loved them. I turned to alcohol to continue doing what I loved but the consequences were I got hooked. I’ve been cutting down from 8 beers to around 4 beers. On good days I drink two on bad days maybe 6-7. There’s also wine and liquor as well. I also smoke cannabis everyday and tbh I wanna cut back on that too. I really need some help here.
October 3rd I’ve been a daily drinker for well over 5 years now.. and it’s to the point I’m drinking higher content alcohol beverages to get drunk faster… I got drunk at work yesterday went home without telling anyone thankfully the staff likes me and saved my job… but I’m starting to get real irritable and think everyone’s against me so I just feel numb to the point I don’t want to think and I wanna do better for my 20 month old son and mostly myself it’s also starting to take effect on my relationship with my fiancé I’m sure she tends to leave soon..
I don't drink a lot, but I drink every day. And have done for many, many years. I really want to stop for my health and to lose the beet belly. But I find it hard even attempting it.
When I quit from drinking about pint of vodka a day is I did 3 tall cans the first day and two tall cans the second day, and then one wine can the third day. The tall cans were steel reserve. It was a hit uncomfortable after the third day but I had weed to help me out for a little bit
2024, dec 15, i am only 20 but have had enough experiences, i now want never to be drunk, i have been so close to ruining my life enough times because of alcohol, please help me live a life without ever touching alcohol, i want to be saved.
Tomorrow 12/16/2024. I’ve found the love of my life. I’ve lost my previous wife to my addictions. Please pray for me. I just want to be happy
Muqeddes amon size komek olsun🙏
Less alcohol = more focus and productivity + better health. Thank you for the support.
I too a decision 4 says ago and wish this will help me
I started drinking because I couldnt handle or deal with my son's autism. Now I am quitting drinking because of him.
I've been experiencing pain in my liver I don't want to fully quit because last time did that I had a seizure and I don't want to put my family through that again. So how do I cut down safely to not have a seizure. I really don't want to go to meetings with anyone because last time I didn't feel like it helped. What helps is me setting stones and I have no problem doing that I just need the right info. Can someone guide me?
i want to quit by 1st April.. today is 16 March 2024
Did you make it?
TODAY IS THE DAY!!!
Ive graduated from a binge drinker to a daily binge drinker with alcoholic shakes and all. thanks pandemic lockdown. i hope i can do this, my life is too full for anything else.
@@TexasISPDude Have faith and focus buddy. If need be, dont do this alone. Seek help. But what a champ and what a great start you've made in recognizing that there's a problem to begin with.👍
I want to stop/cut down for my health, to lose weight and improve my life, it took up a large part of my 20s and now I’m 30 I want to focus on longevity, have a family one day and so on
I want to stop drinking because i gained at least 30kg and I feel as if I had no energy all the time; until I have the first of many 0,5L Beers that night.
I'm doing dry January.dr pepper will be happy.sales are gonna go through the roof.
i started yesterday
I want to quit alcohol because it's ruining my life and relationships with people, I've wasted tons of money, homeless and lost all hope. I want my life back and my health back. I'm quitting today (cold turkey)
08/17/2024
God willing I'll get through this.
Pray for me
I want to be closer to god and stop feeling horrible everyday
After 35 years of drinking, This past sunday was my last drunken stuper. I have had a drink late evening at home since Sunday, but it sure feels better the next day than having 5, 6,7 drinks a night!
And when I say drinks, its rum and diet coke and not small pours..... Being hungover most days and some days just awful has just become stupid.
Lucky I work from home, because if I didnt, I wouldnt have a job. Ultimate goal is to quit totally. I just need to ween off. Wed was awful this week! I was shaking so bad. I had 2 drinks that night. But again, I feel cutting back a LOT is so far good, but not good enough. I know I can do it, I just need to do it. I have talked to MANY people and told them I am trying to quit..... Funny to learn, multiple people I told that to, also are cutting back. I am just shocked as I talk to people and they are doing the same. That makes me feel very good!
Why do I want to do it? My health, my family, my friends and to feel better about me. I am very lucky in that I have a very healthy extended family. My son is a deputy sheriff, my daughter is an RN, and I have a very supportive wife. (why she put up with my shit for so many years, God will have to answer that).
Cheers all. I hope we can all make the goal happen!
I want to quit drinking because I need to lose weight. I used to weigh 148 and now I'm at 190. I've came a long way to lose from 210 down to 150 and to gain it all back?? It's tearing me down. I feel so gross and ugly. I plan to start today! Thank you for this video!!
Want to cut down & eventually stop drinking to
Improve my health lose weight & have a closer relationship with my family starting tomorrow 8th October 24 having 3 drink free days aweek to start with them increase good luck to everyone on this journey!! ❤
Best wishes on this journey. Please let us know how you get on :)
I want to quit drinking to save my marriage becuase the drinking makes me have bad moments in my marriage and also to save money. l want this path to work and my starting date is 16 December 2024
I want to quit alcohol completely today
today!
I’m cutting down today because I need to lose 20 lbs, I feel it in my liver, I want to save money - but most of all - I want to be a good example for my teenage daughter.
Today 08/28/2024. I need better sleep, and be healthier.
Quit 1st November, I'm ready
I want to stop drinking because I have liver damage but I’m finding it hard.
I started drinking a lot more during Covid lockdown.
I have times where I won’t drink but when I do I drink a lot!
I’m going to stop from today and just take it one day at a time
I quit during Covid, lost 20 lbs and felt great all the time. I slowly got back into it and now I have it daily again. I want to get back to where I was. I don’t know why it’s harder this time
You can do it.
All the talking in the world 🌎 seems to do nothing. Reading books, watching videos, even praying to God. I don't want it to take a tragedy for me to slow down. It's one of the hardest things to do when you enjoy it and want to slow down but need to stop... Addictions ain't nothing but the devil controlling you. God willing my day will come soon... ❤ 🙏 ☝🏼🚫 Alcohol 🚫
Thanks and best wishes
I want to quit drinking alcohol to be a better husband for my wife and a better father to my kids. I also want to stop drinking alcohol for myself, my mood and my health. I’m going to start my journey December 17th 2024
Fantastic motivation sir
Sir I'm trying to stop drinking 😢plz pray 4 me my name is tingkam plz in nam of jesus amen
Thanksgiving 2024 I’m fucking done. This shit has ruined my life and I haven’t drank in almost a year and it’s still all I think about. I’ve mentally relapsed. I need to fight this fucking shit. GOD HELP ME.
My start date will be today April 6th 2024. Been wanting to stop for a while. I am a heavy drinker. Am talking about a 5th a day every for well over 12yrs. But now when I drink I get a bit mean if my wife or kids say or do something I don't like. But yesterday I was driving home and had have a drink since the day before and I felt like I was drunk. Hands shaking. I AM AN ALCOHOLIC. AND I WANT TO STOP.
Wishing you the best
How are you doing? Stay strong!
Doctors told me my liver was shutting down.
Easy for me to stop.
Well done
I’m mostly watching this because TH-cam will NOT STOP SHOWING ME ADS FOR ALCOHOL. Its actually genuinely stressing me out. I’m only 14 days in too. Ive made the goal of at least a full year before I’ll allow myself to even think about drinking again
I want to stop because I am a terrible drunk, it’s not good for me and I only do things I regret when I get drunk. I need to stop it’s become this compulsive thing and it’s so hard I need this. I owe it to myself
The problem when I stop is sleeping …especially if I have to work the day after . I just can’t get to sleep and I end up getting anxious before bed in case I don’t get enough sleep , it’s a vicious circle
Same here. The first weeks of sobriety were terrible. But slowly getting better. I take 4 to 5mgs of melatonin to help induce sleep. I won't let my disrupted sleep be an excuse to drink. Even though Im tired, at least I don't have the brain fog, the hangovers and the constant dizziness anymore.
Just want to say if you're watching this video, YOURE A FUCKIN LEGEND
I'm not a alcoholic or problem drinker, but definitely have problems with control.
Drinking beer is a shitty way to cope and that's the biggest thing to keep in mind. It doesn't cure your problems and won't make you feel better.
Keep your usage and frequency in mind and tey to keep track of it physically in a note on your phone or note pad. This will put your drinking in a physical manifestation.
Love you all and hope we can all become better people together!
I want to stop for the health and lifestyle benefits. Every bad decision I make is through alcohol
My relationship with God😭
I want to quit because today I got my first dui and car accident. My family has pointed out my drinking and I want to get better
I want to stop drinking because when I do Im never able to control myself and allways end up drinking too much, I allways get sick after I drink too much, i end up spending too much money for alcohol and night outs and I dont want to have intoxication as a regular part of my life.
Yes iv drank every day more or less for 20 years iv had detox before I work full time an drink every nite I'm full of good intentions all day come 6pm I go for beer I really want to have 3 4 days alcohol free
I don’t like having to drink. I want control of my life. It’s not who I want to be.
Been 2 days from a binge...cold sweats, puking, no energy and depressed...something very bad is going to happen if continued so its time at 43 after 25 years of abuse.
want to stop or cut down because half of the time i drink now i end up blacked out, only 21 but the past year has just been me getting worse with alcohol i feel like. once i start drinking it’s like all i can do until i pass out the second i finish one drink i grab another.
After studying up on alcohol and effects, it became clear the latest research found there are no health benefits to drinking. Even one drink causes permanent bodily damage. Started out reducing the amount of drinking from a daily drink to one a drink week, then one a month, then only one on major holidays now at one drink a year. Had half a glass of champagne on our anniversary.
Oct 12/2024
I'm working on trauma stuff and I need as much energy as I can get.
I have a serious flu last Friday, I would like to quit the the alcohol at the same time. Haven’t touch any alcohol since last Friday. I have all the withdrawal symptoms, I don’t know is because of the virus or the alcohol dependence? But isn’t matter. How many days I can be cleared? Also how long or how much maximum I can consume ( on social events) thanks a lot
Id like to quit because i just turned 40 and I know I cant keep this up
This is also my exact story. Good luck, we got this!😊