Alcohol and cigarettes addiction actually destroyed my life. I could remember several years ago after divorce with my wife which brought me into my disastrous journey on Alcohol and cigarettes. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Got diagnosed with cptsd. Not until a friend recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Much respect to mother nature the great magic shrooms.
Amen God bless people. Save your health save your mind. Life is better without heroin, cocaine, alcohol and cigarettes. And you have more money in your pocket. God bless everyone who has rejected the devils intentions to be addicted to alcohol and cigarettes etc which can cause so much damage to health.
Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Australia don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source 🙏
Congrats! I'm really happy for you that your friend decided to help you. I always admire those who beat their addiction. Knowing it's possible to fix your life knowing there's people out there that have done what I thought was impossible gives me hope I will make it through as well. Those who share their experiences don't know how much it helps when you're about to give up, it gives you the strength knowing somone who actully know what it's like to go through this tell you it's possible, it's not the same somone telling you you can do it when they have no idea what it's like, but hearing somone who knows what it's like that helps a lot since you understand it firsthand and made it out gives so much hope. so thanks for sharing.
70 years old next month, been drinking since my teens, often heavily. It’s been a year since I stopped drinking. Constant heartburn gone, brain fog gone, sleep really well, have lost weight, my outlook on life in general is far more positive and I have more energy. Another real benefit is I am a lot better off financially. Did have some days where I struggled with cravings early on and felt a bit crappy but I was determined to stop and haven’t touched a drop since I quit. Don’t miss it at all now and wish I’d gone sober years ago, life is far better without alcohol.
We have been suppressing our misery for years. After a week withdrawal symptoms should slack off. It takes about a month to make a new habit. Go to AA.
I quit drinking right after losing my wife. At about the 7 day mark, my emotions were so out of control I decided to take my life. I was found with moments to spare. The period following that was the most profound transformation of my life.
I was found under the stairs hiding from the guy who killed my grandndma . Gone nuts ,my dad. Only 6yrs. Once you been around death it changes you how you think .like a mortality barrier..ha .
William are you still sober? I hope so. I am 27 months sober and I am still struggling with wanting an escape from strong emotions. My dysfunctional family, who I am no contact, has caused a lot of damage. Hope your doing well.
Day 35, haven't felt this good in a long time. No anxiety, depression easier to focus sleeping way better. Can't wait to see the future. No more depressants for me.
@@stangedude5646 have you looked into therapy at all? Possibly childhood trauma or something in your life in the past? This is what I'm discovering. You're not alone
Day 30 sober today, after 10+ years of drinking like 5-6 time a week. Still hard sometime, but I feel like I can do it and keep it up! Stay strong , you can do it too
Day 40, went on a 1.85 mile run and a 1.40 mile walk after work and took a shower and passed out in my towel at 7pm. My sleep has never been better. Doing whatever it takes to never drink again.
I drank heavy for close to 30 years. I'm a little ways into my 3rd week and man it's rough. After all the withdrawals and all that were over I thought that would be the end of it but I've been SUPER depressed and anxious and decided to look into it and that's how I found this video. To be honest, the initial withdrawals have been the easiest part of all this. I break down in tears all the time (very out of character for me) and am overwhelmed with guilt over what all I've let alcohol do to me. This video gives me hope and a reason to keep going. Thanks for that.
I'm 3 years sober and honestly there were just a few days last week where I didn't think about alcohol, or drinking or even being sober at all. I was just me. It takes time folks. Took a while to dig my hole that nearly became my grave and its taking a while to get out but worth every second and struggle. The reward is life and freedom.
Hey there Jeff! 40 years of hard drinking and I am on day 8 and going strong. I am very excited about this next chapter of my life, I now have too much to do to drink anymore.... I do not know how many years I have left but I want them to be as rich and rewarding as I can make them! Best of luck.
I have reached over 5 months and do not miss it at all. Cannot believe I allowed it to control my life for so long. Strange enough some old friends are no longer friends. They don't want to be around me because now I am boring. I actually don't care. Feel sorry for them. Good luck to all on this journey. You can make it.
I am 47 days in alcohol free. After 21 years of booZin. It is time for the change. Looking forward to that 2 month mark. Thank you for your words. Peace.
Amazing! Well done to you on 47 days so far after 21 years! Please keep me posted on your progress. If you aren't already, I would love for you to join my online community on Facebook - facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
I ignored all the warning signs, physically crashed and my withdrawal was a 30 day hospital stay. I was unconscious for the first five days. I now have advanced peripheral neuropathy and use a walker. Whatever you guys are doing keep at it, you're doing fantastic. It's not easy but if you're not careful before you know it you can end up broken like me. It'll all be just fine. Believe in yourself and keep at it.
I know it will take awhile. Look at the benefits of benfotiamine for peripheral neuropathy. People are experiencing very positive benefits. It’s good stuff.
Wait, are you saying that you wound in the hospital from giving up the alcohol and the withdrawals? Or did something happen from you drinking alcohol that landed you in the hospital and then you had withdrawals while you were in the hospital? I hope you’re doing well.
Alcohol has played a role in my life for 40 years, I'm embarrassed to say. But I have finally found soo many reasons to QUIT. I'm 54 now and have finally reached my Limit.
I love been sober. Just take it one day at a time. If I can do it, anymore can stop. You life will improve drastically and you will have more confidence and self respect.
Going to be honest, there is something very very special about this video. People come to this video when they are at rock bottom. Something about this guys positivity and refreshing optimism is a game changer to my mood. Thank you so much for this video. I needed this!!! On day 5 and feeling blah. Now I have something to look forward to! Thank you!!!😊
Hope you are doing better now I wish more people talk about this because I felt alone in the feelings I was feeling but come to realize allot of it is getting used to being yourself again without alcohol in your system and learning again how to control your emotions and thoughts and not to take hold on to the bad ones. Talking to therapist and other many diffrent people who might have gone thru what you are going thru helps allot. Because everybody goes thru it little bit diffrent.
For me the first 4 days were the worst. I was an emotional train wreck and got into the worst fight to date with my girlfriend. After that everything settled down. By day 7 I had such mental clarity and emotional stability. At that point I felt so good that I never wanted to feel a hangover again. Being in my 30s, hangovers seemed to last for days so I was glad to put that behind me. Another thing: I ate TONS of protein. I am talking at least a gram per pound of body weight a day. Protein kills the cravings. Good luck everyone!
I only quit 2 days ago, and right now my emotions are running super unchecked. This video really helped me understand what's going on. I'm exhausted, depressed, and feel just horrible. I'm going to keep trying wish me luck.
@Kristann Chigro I have made it 2 weeks and I am starting to really think more clearly. Some days I get very overwhelmed with the urge. Some days I am very level headed. Other days the brain fog is so bad I have to close my eyes until I can gather my thoughts. Going to keep going. So far though I can say it is worth it. Our government (Canada) must do more to discourage drinking rather than advertise drinking, making profits from this disease.
I found that after 2 weeks, ‘not drinking’ became the norm. Fri and Sat nights weren’t daunting any more once I’d got my head around the fact that booze wasn’t going to be involved. If I ever got a craving I’d have a 0% beer and put a movie on to focus some concentration. Once you’ve got the evening out of the way and have gone to bed, just do the same the next day.
@@kristannchigro2074 Withdrawal is bad, but you’ve just gotta dig deep and get through it. I was puking most mornings when I first quit, it wasn’t pretty!
Almost through October! Almost an entire month alcohol free. First time not drinking for 15 years. I really have no cravings and my wife drinks. Me, I’m fine without it and I’m glad I quit!
Coming up to 80 days sober.Have a bottle of red wine in the kitchen since boxing day 2023 and no urges to drink it. My depression is worse and my anxiety has got a little better,hopefully it gets better.
I'm on day 2 of sobriety. So glad to find this channel. It feels great to not feel alone and to know I can expect great things in the future. When you battle alcoholism all you can see is the bottle in your future. Thank you God for new path
@@The_Professor26 , Hi there, I relapsed several times and just started over again. I have noticed that I desire less alcohol and sleeping has improved.
@@systemicchaos3921 thank you so much.. with drinking there is a lot of shame and God knows what else. I have turned my focus on trying to love and accepting love. I don't fully understand the process but I do know that with this method I am less destructive.
Going on 8 months, and I need to listen to this to remind me why I don’t want to go back to old lifestyle. I feel super good and now concentrating on getting fit, I have way more control on that and more energy to actually do it.
I'm 4 years into sobriety.......IT DOES GET BETTER! I almost died SO many times from alcohol withdrawal, tried to quit so many times, did hospital based or home based detoxes so many times, and just couldn't quit. I STRONGLY SUGGEST that you don't try my method. I found something better than alcohol, and got myself addicted to that. Heroin was great, but after 6 years it was starting to get a bit expensive, so I got myself into rehab and managed to quit that, and realised that I'd not actually been drinking alcohol much for quite a while. Since I've been totally sober (except from a couple of pints of lager during the Summer while on vacation), my life has improved dramatically, as has my health. I hardly ever think about alcohol now (compared to waking up and immediately reaching for the vodka bottle!) and there is NO doubt that quitting (other than the above mentioned couple of beers a year), was a great decision! IF you are concerned about your drinking......QUIT! You WON'T regret it!
@@avill012 a little update. 145 days sober today. Energy is a better but not where I want it. I do take vitamins and B supplements. Need to exercise more I guess. I did read up on something called Anhedonia. Pretty interesting. When I was in rehab, we learned about the hedonic set point. It ties into that.
probiotics could help. alcohol destroys good and bad bacteria in your gut. Balance the gut microbiome and your energy levels should return. Sauerkraut unpasteurised is a good recommendation 👌
i was a hard drinker all my adult life. I'm 62 years... i was drinking nearly a fifth every second day... day 43 now... yeah, it's been rough. but, I'm committed... thank you
Day 15 no alcohol. I feel like shite today. No thoughts of drinking alcohol. Lots of negative thoughts. Woken by noise at 3am. Maybe tomorrow will be better. I live in hope.
Guys exercise 2 hours a day and most symptoms vanish. It’s almost Miraculous I mean hard workout run weights whatever as long as you sweat and your brain starts producing those good chemicals if you just sit around feeling like shit move that ass..
I initially started drinking alcohol towards the end of an abusive relationship from hell. I drank to numb the emotional pain and at that point I was suicidal. I drank heavily for 2 years. It's been over a month since I quit, and I'm really hoping that this feeling of despair, the depression and severe anxiety will get better over time. Although I have complex ptsd, I hope that alot of these negative feelings are just withdrawal symptoms and not just trauma alone. If I didn't think things would get better, I don't think I could keep going. Having the reassurance that it will get better as the brains chemicals rebalance is enough to keep me going 🤞
@@serapiopena2776 It does get better.. it's been just over 5 months now, still a long road ahead.. but it does get easier. Some days are better than others. Just keep fighting, one day at a time. You'll get there! 💪❤
2 weeks w no alcohol and I feel fine… I definitely feel healthier and that is enough for me to stay away for good. I’ve been dinking heavily for over 20 years but I had only drank beer and wine except for special occasions.... Good luck 🍀 everyone Keep fighting for your sobriety
Day 34. Overpowering, irrational cravings pop up time to time and the thought "what difference does it make if I use or not?" But I know it makes a difference.
I’ve decided I’m quitting today. Thank you so much for this video. I am struggling with the cycle of quitting and drinking again. I was able to get sober for 8 months and it went downhill after a family member of mine passed unexpectedly. I want to feel better and I need to get serious about being sober.
I really like the specifics of this video. Very helpful! Gives me milestones to shoot for, and I liked the phrase, “standing in the storm”. I love the optimism you express! Started drinking a bit too much after retirement and Covid. Decided to stop because I’ve lost friends to this, and don’t want to continue down that slope.
Thank you soo much 🙏 been hit with waves of emotions and overactive racing mind coming up to the 3rd week. Its been easier in the past to quit. Just got to stand in the storm like you said and wait 🌧️⚡🌪️ 🧘♂️
Luv ya bro really been so helpful this last week have been referring back to this video....after another wild evening on the weekend 🙄 My whole family life growing up from the UK was alcohol driven so I just thought it's what you do...and watch everything crumble around you, I'm 57 and had a 7 years respite from alcohol booze that stopped 3 years ago all the great stuff you talk about is bang on , one just has to watch out how life's curve balls of stuff that causes grief etc can take one back to drinking because it's so easily accessible..anyhoo I'm on my first week no booze and all the stuff you mention yup is happening atm but I'm no good as a drunk lol so thanks for your wonderful video , I'm off for a cuppa ❤
I'm so glad and grateful I was never an alcoholic because the things you describe sound so hard. I recently cut alcohol from my life: because of my ADHD and weight/health goals. It was only hard for me/a bit intimidating because alcohol is everywhere in my culture and in the scene/crowd I work and live in. But so far it's going so great! It's almost 2 weeks now and I've been to several social functions where I have been "non toxic" and I've enjoyed it so much. More than before actually: when I drank socially it was fun to a point but it was so easy to start feeling sluggish, not being g able to focus on conversation and feeling like I'm not myself. Sober is much better🥰💫
23 days sober. Can't sleep. Just feel depressed. Feel very tired. There's no pleasure. No happiness. I know nothing will change for months. I just keep thinking of what alcohol has done to my life. I'm almost 35 and have nothing but a trail of destruction.
I had something similar. I finally found a good psychiatrist who treated my clinical depression (which is completely different to just feeling in a low mood). Now I don't need alcohol to alleviate the dysphoria. It was this dysphoria/depression driving me to alcohol. There is hope.
I feel exactly the same and I'm coming out of it now. I know you've heard it all before but you need to do something you're passionate about, remember what you enjoyed when you was younger, maybe start your own little business, take care of yourself e.g. give yourself a makeover buy new clothes switch up your hair, go ham at the gym. Looking good makes you feel good. You are the only person in control of your life, life is what you make it. Don't give it, take control of your life and you will get through trust me. Speaking from Experience. You got this 💪 ❤
@Marywhite95 thanks for this ! On day 9 and I cry like 5 times a day and feel so fatigue. I'm a cheerful person but it's been a rough week or so. I do cycle and read. I try to educate myself and keep positive.
@@Jennyzcool8787 aww I hear it, I'm going through the withdrawals myself right now it's pretty tough especially when I have a little one to take care of very stressful! But if I can do you can trust me take it one day at a time, and what I do is just stay busy when I feel to drink like go got walk in nature, clean, even sleep do anything else.. you have to keep your brain busy to distant yourself. Try not be hard on yourself, once you're past the 2/3 week period it will get easier. God is with you always, ask him to strengthen you and rebuke the enemy whenever you get these thoughts. God bless you 🙏 ❤️
so glad i watched your video. I have been struggling emotionally and have been using alcohol to help me cope. On day 3 and will keep going and also watching your videos! thanks 🙂
🎉Thanks for this video. I did s year of abstaining from alcohol but came back. I stopped again for two weeks but came back again worse. This is Christmas season and I want to face it once and for all. I need to join the sober community. I am 59. I hope to checkout more of your videos. Thanks again for the great job you are doing. I hope to give updates.
Great video. I was 8 months sober, until June this year. It was the best 8 months of my life. Unfortunately I started drinking again in June and things came to a head recently. I am now 14 days sober and determined to stay that way. At least this time I know how good the sober life can be.
Please think about checking out my group coaching and online program, they can be really powerful tools on this journey. Hang in there, rest as much as you can, and keep on learning more and more!
Thank you so much for your comment. Yes, it does impact everyone differently. The lack of sleep will really not be helping your overall mood and outlook either. There are a lot of people in my support community who have also experienced the same as you. If you haven't joined already, then please do as I think it will really help you - facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
I feel your pain as far as sleeping I haven't slept well for years and years. They say if you quit drinking your sleeping gets better I sure hope so for your sake and mine.
Eating healthy, exercise, reading, studying, watch some great movies or shows, write in a journal, take vitamins, update your wardrobe, change your look a bit. It will get better and you will start to feel amazing.
Thanks for this video. I quite July 22 and it has been tough, but I'm determined to never drink again. I think I'm just entering the gaba stage that you speak of. I've been drinking daily since circa 1972 so my bodys' natural gaba has lots of rebuilding to do. I've just subscribed to your channel and will do some exploring. Thanks again !
That Gabba info is so helpful, I wasn’t aware of it, so thank you. It’s always easier to handle adversity when you understand the science behind the feelings. I’m five days in, I’ve quit a few times previously for months and always just feel better in every way, mostly happiness is the biggest change. I’m determined to be the best I can now, I’m also getting excited about quitting now as I’ve seen the benefits before. I never really understand why I’ve started again in the past. There is really no positives to drinking when you think with a rational mind, but that’s the first thing alcohol takes from you, any rational thought!
Thank you. I'm on Quit #3. The other times, I relented and drank again. What a mistake. I'm through. At this point, there is no "once in a while". Self love and self respect - not only for our bodies and minds but our emotional health. Reach out. The people around you are more supportive and loving than you might think, And it they're not? Get new friends. Love to all.
To everyone: I stopped in 1990. April 26th. This is important. It is a scientific fact that if you do something for 23 consecutive days you're hooked. Conversely, if you can go 23 days WITHOUT doing a certain thing,you do NOT have it any longer. Shoot for 23 days. Tell everybody you know. Put the pressure on yourself so everyone is on you. I listened to AM radio on day #2, my neighbor Dr.Joyce Brothers have a radio spot talking to the bad dreams so uncannily as I was experiencing them. She said they will subside. She was spot on. I thanked her personally. You are tougher than any crap in a bottle.
Well done on day 5, Colin! Hopefully day 6 now! If you need any additional support then head over to our Facebook group - facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
Thanks for this mate! I’ve never had a problem with drinking until I was stuck at home in quarantine. I gradually began drinking everyday. My wake up call is when I counted the bottles of beer I had saved for recycling. It 366 beers in 2 months, not counting mixed drinks or wine. I’ve been back to work since June and carried my issue into my normal life. I’m 6 days sober. I have a 6er in the fridge, and a complete bar in the basement. And have not touched it. It’s pulls at me when I get home from work but I’ve been resisting. But thank you, this really helps the holidays here in America are coming this weekend. So that’ll be hard. But after 6 days I’m already feeling great. Woke up and mowed at 7am and watered the garden, I typically am extremely fit, but was perpetually bloated, my stomach is flat and my abs are peeking out again. I’m committed to this, I have to be I. Control of my life, not alcohol
I'm so glad you found the video helpful. I would suggest, however, that you remove all alcohol from your house. Many people find that in the early days, triggers can be really sneaky and make it very easy to reach for the bottle before they have the ability to stop themselves. I hope you made it through the Memorial Day weekend. Feel free to join my sober community on FB for support - Be Sober - Quit Drinking & Enjoy Life.
I am one of those.. i did six weeks .. then had some stress and went back, I was starting to feel so great. my skin and face looked great too. Im getting back to it,... AF beer is my biggest aid. Youre great.
I am 2 weeks now with no alcohol. And I have been a regular drinker for nearly 14 years. Not going to lie, I have had my ups and downs, hoping that I start to feel better soon!
2 weeks is amazing! Well done to you! Yes, it is a different experience at the start for everyone, but you will start to feel the benefits. Also, if you are not already, please join my support community, it will really help you as well - facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
@@besober Thank you for the reply! Many TH-camrs don't do that, but it is good to see that you make an effort to respond to those who watch and comment on your videos! I will definitely check out the community support page as well!
5 weeks in and I really don’t’ feel any better. My energy is all over the place. Still waiting for this big turnaround. My wife drinks wine every night and she has more energy than me. It’s embarrassing. LOL
@@PrestigeProPainters I'm doing great. I fell off for a bit but am about a month in. I think the key was getting off EVERYTHING including sleeping pills, even melatonin. And reducing caffeine. I realized that sleep is everything. And good sleep comes from what we don't put in our bodies as much as what we do. Cut out most sugar and eating mostly animal products and I feel incredible! Alcohol is poison and poisoning yourself is just stupid. No more hangovers and feel good every morning.
hello I am 66 days sober from drinking and smoking today... I am feeling alot more free and clear thoughts... and now relizing my thoughts are just thoughts.
@@besober but i have noticed that latley i have been so emotional... like tears and everything i have turned to praying and watching church on youtube... i also went on a pescatarian diet and been working out. any way you can reach out and help me out.
After 9 weeks I'm still feeling tired, dizziness, nausea and brain fog. I still think about alcohol after a stressful moment but just make a cup of tea or go for a walk.
I stopped Smoking 40 years ago, I always said That I never thought I could live without a cigarette, 14 days now of sobriety I want to say the same thing about alcohol.
Resolve. This is needed when you have an addictive personality like mine. At age 65 I was seeing the first signs of negative effects of alcohol which I had consumed on an almost daily basis for 45 years. This giving up is hard if you have a large social circle or difficult work or home situations with a lot of conflict and stress. These need to be alleviated or reduced sharply in order to success. Depending on your life stage this might be a long process. Another aspect is to pick yourself up and start all over again. I anticipate that Christmas is going to be a big challenge because of the social stuff that goes on at that time. All of my immediate family are very moderate drinkers so that should help. I have to recognise that I cannot be a moderate drinker, just like tobacco I have no off switch.
Hi Kerry, it's great that you recognise this is an issue for you. Don't be afraid to keep yourself protected with your sobriety for as long as you feel necessary. Do your family know that you are on a sober journey? Hopefully, they will help support you. If you are not already, please join my Facebook community (it's free) there are a lot of people on there that have faced similar situations and will be able to provide you with advice. facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
Started my third quit few days ago but boy my body never hurt this much… Last try was a year ago and stopped for about 4 months and never felt better. Somehow alcohol has a way to keep trying to own you but keep fighting
@@williamcollins3619I'm now approaching 4 months without alcohol, still feeling fatigued throughout the day, getting up first thing was a struggle but it's getting better. I have no desire of drinking now, however I have to watch what I eat. According to websites it takes 4 months to a year for brain chemistry to reset, that's probably why I'm feeling tired all the time.
Thanks for replying. Glad things are getting better for you I've had a lot better week. I've not been feeling as dizzy it's just the fatigue in the morning. I feel like I've got no energy to do anything
I stopped in 2021 for six months. I'm so sorry I started again. Thanks for your program. Today is day one for me. Pray for me please.
Prayers for you,!
Day 2 here
Smoke weed
day 2 here
relapsed so badly...
Alcohol and cigarettes addiction actually destroyed my life. I could remember several years ago after divorce with my wife which brought me into my disastrous journey on Alcohol and cigarettes. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Got diagnosed with cptsd. Not until a friend recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Much respect to mother nature the great magic shrooms.
Amen God bless people. Save your health save your mind. Life is better without heroin, cocaine, alcohol and cigarettes. And you have more money in your pocket. God bless everyone who has rejected the devils intentions to be addicted to alcohol and cigarettes etc which can cause so much damage to health.
Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Australia don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source 🙏
Hey! Yes Dr.alishrooms
Congrats! I'm really happy for you that your friend decided to help you. I always admire those who beat their addiction. Knowing it's possible to fix your life knowing there's people out there that have done what I thought was impossible gives me hope I will make it through as well. Those who share their experiences don't know how much it helps when you're about to give up, it gives you the strength knowing somone who actully know what it's like to go through this tell you it's possible, it's not the same somone telling you you can do it when they have no idea what it's like, but hearing somone who knows what it's like that helps a lot since you understand it firsthand and made it out gives so much hope. so thanks for sharing.
How do I reach out to him? Is he on insta
70 years old next month, been drinking since my teens, often heavily. It’s been a year since I stopped drinking. Constant heartburn gone, brain fog gone, sleep really well, have lost weight, my outlook on life in general is far more positive and I have more energy. Another real benefit is I am a lot better off financially. Did have some days where I struggled with cravings early on and felt a bit crappy but I was determined to stop and haven’t touched a drop since I quit. Don’t miss it at all now and wish I’d gone sober years ago, life is far better without alcohol.
On day 16. Yesterday was one of the worse days of depression EVER. Just forced myself to go for a walk. Stay strong Everyone ❤
I'm there to, depression and living in past
@@prestonphelps1649 Me too. I've been ruminating about the past as well esp the mistakes I made. Maybe that's part of the healing process?
We have been suppressing our misery for years. After a week withdrawal symptoms should slack off. It takes about a month to make a new habit. Go to AA.
@@kengaroo5170 Absolutely! I tried AA many times I don't resonate with it but it's a great program for the people it works for.
It will get better the longer you abstain
I quit drinking right after losing my wife. At about the 7 day mark, my emotions were so out of control I decided to take my life. I was found with moments to spare. The period following that was the most profound transformation of my life.
So happy you’re still with us
I'm so glad you didn't go through with it.
I was found under the stairs hiding from the guy who killed my grandndma . Gone nuts ,my dad. Only 6yrs. Once you been around death it changes you how you think .like a mortality barrier..ha .
Day 73 today. Its the hardest, worst, and best thing ive ever done. God bless all going through the struggle.
I'm on 2 weeks no alcohol and feel more in control of my emotions. Feel a lot better!
I'm on day 8 alcohol free. I have been on an emotional rollercoaster. I needed to hear this for reassurance
8 days! You're over the first week! Well done. Emotional ups and downs are to be expected, so you just have to sit with the discomfort sometimes.
Jesus fella, you need a wet nurse.
Day 5 but yes same here
William are you still sober? I hope so. I am 27 months sober and I am still struggling with wanting an escape from strong emotions. My dysfunctional family, who I am no contact, has caused a lot of damage. Hope your doing well.
@@cynthiafortier2540 congratulations on your 27 months. Please hang in there.
Family can really be toxic. Good luck and stay strong.
Day 35, haven't felt this good in a long time. No anxiety, depression easier to focus sleeping way better. Can't wait to see the future. No more depressants for me.
Four months still having anxiety issues.
@@stangedude5646any updates now ?
Yea im 3mths and feel better
4 months in. Starting to have to deal with some of the reasons I drank. Therapy is more comfortable than dead end road of substance abuse.
@@stangedude5646 have you looked into therapy at all? Possibly childhood trauma or something in your life in the past? This is what I'm discovering. You're not alone
Day 30 sober today, after 10+ years of drinking like 5-6 time a week.
Still hard sometime, but I feel like I can do it and keep it up!
Stay strong , you can do it too
Day 11 alcohol free and I feel like crap, hope this passes soon 🤞 nice to know I’m not alone, good luck everyone 💪
Good job Sarah 👏 proud of you keep up the hard work 💪 u got this bless you always
Just pretend you have the flu
How are u bro?
@@PrestigeProPainters I lasted 3 months but I’m drinking again 🙈 not as heavily as before but I’d still like to drink less, it’s so tough 🥴
@@sarahlytton504 congrats on the 3 months may god give u the strength to go sober again , why did you relapse?
Day 40, went on a 1.85 mile run and a 1.40 mile walk after work and took a shower and passed out in my towel at 7pm. My sleep has never been better. Doing whatever it takes to never drink again.
I drank heavy for close to 30 years. I'm a little ways into my 3rd week and man it's rough. After all the withdrawals and all that were over I thought that would be the end of it but I've been SUPER depressed and anxious and decided to look into it and that's how I found this video. To be honest, the initial withdrawals have been the easiest part of all this. I break down in tears all the time (very out of character for me) and am overwhelmed with guilt over what all I've let alcohol do to me. This video gives me hope and a reason to keep going. Thanks for that.
I'm proud of you I hope that your still fighting the good fight
You have to lift weights and have healthy fats.
Similar feeling...but do feel sleep us getting better...but tired very early into the evening
I'm 3 years sober and honestly there were just a few days last week where I didn't think about alcohol, or drinking or even being sober at all. I was just me. It takes time folks. Took a while to dig my hole that nearly became my grave and its taking a while to get out but worth every second and struggle. The reward is life and freedom.
don't look back look only forward...life starts now
I’ve drank 36 years, I’m on day 10 and it’s getting easier every day.
Hey there Jeff! 40 years of hard drinking and I am on day 8 and going strong. I am very excited about this next chapter of my life, I now have too much to do to drink anymore.... I do not know how many years I have left but I want them to be as rich and rewarding as I can make them! Best of luck.
Damn guy thats crazy, hows it going?
Day 2 very difficult I gotta keep pushing jesus is with me forsure!
Keep going and staying strong! I’m on day 14 now but I can see you posted a month ago. How are you doing now?
How much did you drink per day?
I have reached over 5 months and do not miss it at all. Cannot believe I allowed it to control my life for so long. Strange enough some old friends are no longer friends. They don't want to be around me because now I am boring. I actually don't care. Feel sorry for them. Good luck to all on this journey. You can make it.
I am 47 days in alcohol free. After 21 years of booZin. It is time for the change. Looking forward to that 2 month mark. Thank you for your words. Peace.
Amazing! Well done to you on 47 days so far after 21 years! Please keep me posted on your progress. If you aren't already, I would love for you to join my online community on Facebook - facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
Man that's impressive.
How are u bro?
I ignored all the warning signs, physically crashed and my withdrawal was a 30 day hospital stay. I was unconscious for the first five days. I now have advanced peripheral neuropathy and use a walker.
Whatever you guys are doing keep at it, you're doing fantastic. It's not easy but if you're not careful before you know it you can end up broken like me. It'll all be just fine. Believe in yourself and keep at it.
God bless you!
I know it will take awhile. Look at the benefits of benfotiamine for peripheral neuropathy. People are experiencing very positive benefits. It’s good stuff.
Wait, are you saying that you wound in the hospital from giving up the alcohol and the withdrawals? Or did something happen from you drinking alcohol that landed you in the hospital and then you had withdrawals while you were in the hospital? I hope you’re doing well.
Alcohol has played a role in my life for 40 years, I'm embarrassed to say. But I have finally found soo many reasons to QUIT. I'm 54 now and have finally reached my Limit.
Dear Bruce - likewise I have been taking alcohol for FORTY YEARS - the alcohol companies want everyone ADDICTED for LIFE😢
33 years for me. Don't miss it one bit. Enough was enough.
Day 12. Still feel hungover and lethargic, but better than a week ago and I just know I'm on the verge of something great.
How’s it going now
So it's normal to feel like I'm hungover?
I love been sober. Just take it one day at a time. If I can do it, anymore can stop. You life will improve drastically and you will have more confidence and self respect.
Day 1. Really need these videos right now
How you doing now? I'm on day 1 today.
@@damianjones6546 it's interesting. Sobriety shows me how alcohol controls.
I wish this was day 1.....
I found going to the doctor helped me IV’s and withdraw meds. I’ve been alcohol free since Oct 23
The dam anxiety ughhhh!! And the not being able to sleep double ughhh day three
Going to be honest, there is something very very special about this video. People come to this video when they are at rock bottom. Something about this guys positivity and refreshing optimism is a game changer to my mood. Thank you so much for this video. I needed this!!! On day 5 and feeling blah. Now I have something to look forward to! Thank you!!!😊
Thank you 😊
Thank you for message. So encouraging and strengthening. Day 1!
I noticed .
This morning is day 6 for me. I feel like I'm losing my mind
Hope you are doing better now I wish more people talk about this because I felt alone in the feelings I was feeling but come to realize allot of it is getting used to being yourself again without alcohol in your system and learning again how to control your emotions and thoughts and not to take hold on to the bad ones.
Talking to therapist and other many diffrent people who might have gone thru what you are going thru helps allot. Because everybody goes thru it little bit diffrent.
For me the first 4 days were the worst. I was an emotional train wreck and got into the worst fight to date with my girlfriend. After that everything settled down. By day 7 I had such mental clarity and emotional stability. At that point I felt so good that I never wanted to feel a hangover again. Being in my 30s, hangovers seemed to last for days so I was glad to put that behind me. Another thing: I ate TONS of protein. I am talking at least a gram per pound of body weight a day. Protein kills the cravings. Good luck everyone!
I only quit 2 days ago, and right now my emotions are running super unchecked. This video really helped me understand what's going on. I'm exhausted, depressed, and feel just horrible. I'm going to keep trying wish me luck.
God be with you, how are you doing. I can't even start day 1. Scared
@Kristann Chigro I have made it 2 weeks and I am starting to really think more clearly. Some days I get very overwhelmed with the urge. Some days I am very level headed. Other days the brain fog is so bad I have to close my eyes until I can gather my thoughts. Going to keep going. So far though I can say it is worth it. Our government (Canada) must do more to discourage drinking rather than advertise drinking, making profits from this disease.
I found that after 2 weeks, ‘not drinking’ became the norm. Fri and Sat nights weren’t daunting any more once I’d got my head around the fact that booze wasn’t going to be involved. If I ever got a craving I’d have a 0% beer and put a movie on to focus some concentration. Once you’ve got the evening out of the way and have gone to bed, just do the same the next day.
Me again. What about withdrawals, that's what scare me. Great idea about your 0 beer.
@@kristannchigro2074 Withdrawal is bad, but you’ve just gotta dig deep and get through it. I was puking most mornings when I first quit, it wasn’t pretty!
Almost through October! Almost an entire month alcohol free. First time not drinking for 15 years. I really have no cravings and my wife drinks. Me, I’m fine without it and I’m glad I quit!
Coming up to 80 days sober.Have a bottle of red wine in the kitchen since boxing day 2023 and no urges to drink it. My depression is worse and my anxiety has got a little better,hopefully it gets better.
I'm on day 2 of sobriety. So glad to find this channel. It feels great to not feel alone and to know I can expect great things in the future. When you battle alcoholism all you can see is the bottle in your future. Thank you God for new path
How did you get on now that it's been 2 months?
@@The_Professor26 , Hi there, I relapsed several times and just started over again. I have noticed that I desire less alcohol and sleeping has improved.
Stay strong 💪
You got this. Doesn't matter if you relapse. You will get there eventually
@@systemicchaos3921 thank you so much.. with drinking there is a lot of shame and God knows what else. I have turned my focus on trying to love and accepting love. I don't fully understand the process but I do know that with this method I am less destructive.
Going on 8 months, and I need to listen to this to remind me why I don’t want to go back to old lifestyle. I feel super good and now concentrating on getting fit, I have way more control on that and more energy to actually do it.
I'm 4 years into sobriety.......IT DOES GET BETTER! I almost died SO many times from alcohol withdrawal, tried to quit so many times, did hospital based or home based detoxes so many times, and just couldn't quit. I STRONGLY SUGGEST that you don't try my method. I found something better than alcohol, and got myself addicted to that. Heroin was great, but after 6 years it was starting to get a bit expensive, so I got myself into rehab and managed to quit that, and realised that I'd not actually been drinking alcohol much for quite a while. Since I've been totally sober (except from a couple of pints of lager during the Summer while on vacation), my life has improved dramatically, as has my health. I hardly ever think about alcohol now (compared to waking up and immediately reaching for the vodka bottle!) and there is NO doubt that quitting (other than the above mentioned couple of beers a year), was a great decision! IF you are concerned about your drinking......QUIT! You WON'T regret it!
I'm 40 days sober. My only problem is I am extremely exhausted and have no motivation. This is worse than when I was drinking.
I'm a month in and feel the exact same way as you...
Same
Interesting. Same. Wonder if it's a vitamin deficiency B1?
@@avill012 a little update. 145 days sober today. Energy is a better but not where I want it. I do take vitamins and B supplements. Need to exercise more I guess. I did read up on something called Anhedonia. Pretty interesting. When I was in rehab, we learned about the hedonic set point. It ties into that.
probiotics could help. alcohol destroys good and bad bacteria in your gut. Balance the gut microbiome and your energy levels should return. Sauerkraut unpasteurised is a good recommendation 👌
i was a hard drinker all my adult life. I'm 62 years... i was drinking nearly a fifth every second day... day 43 now... yeah, it's been rough. but, I'm committed... thank you
Day 15 no alcohol. I feel like shite today. No thoughts of drinking alcohol. Lots of negative thoughts. Woken by noise at 3am. Maybe tomorrow will be better. I live in hope.
Guys exercise 2 hours a day and most symptoms vanish. It’s almost
Miraculous I mean hard workout run weights whatever as long as you sweat and your brain starts producing those good chemicals if you just sit around feeling like shit move that ass..
I initially started drinking alcohol towards the end of an abusive relationship from hell. I drank to numb the emotional pain and at that point I was suicidal. I drank heavily for 2 years. It's been over a month since I quit, and I'm really hoping that this feeling of despair, the depression and severe anxiety will get better over time. Although I have complex ptsd, I hope that alot of these negative feelings are just withdrawal symptoms and not just trauma alone. If I didn't think things would get better, I don't think I could keep going. Having the reassurance that it will get better as the brains chemicals rebalance is enough to keep me going 🤞
keep it up! good luck x
Did it get better I need your help please 😢
@@serapiopena2776 It does get better.. it's been just over 5 months now, still a long road ahead.. but it does get easier. Some days are better than others. Just keep fighting, one day at a time. You'll get there! 💪❤
How are you now?
Did u get beyter
Im on days 26 after quitting alchohol , things started getting better 🙌 don't give up !!
How are you doing now
How u doing bro?
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2 weeks w no alcohol and I feel fine… I definitely feel healthier and that is enough for me to stay away for good. I’ve been dinking heavily for over 20 years but I had only drank beer and wine except for special occasions.... Good luck 🍀 everyone Keep fighting for your sobriety
What a great video, I love it, you're so positive and encouraging. Thank you!
Very helpful video Simon, Thanks!
This is incredible! Thank you!
Really appreciate your words and understanding. It really does get better? Feels that is hard to imagine. Thank you Simon. Your a real help.
14 days sober. Yes very tired today and no motivation. Its hard but determined to keep going.
Same
Day 34. Overpowering, irrational cravings pop up time to time and the thought "what difference does it make if I use or not?" But I know it makes a difference.
I’ve decided I’m quitting today. Thank you so much for this video. I am struggling with the cycle of quitting and drinking again. I was able to get sober for 8 months and it went downhill after a family member of mine passed unexpectedly.
I want to feel better and I need to get serious about being sober.
I really like the specifics of this video. Very helpful! Gives me milestones to shoot for, and I liked the phrase, “standing in the storm”.
I love the optimism you express!
Started drinking a bit too much after retirement and Covid. Decided to stop because I’ve lost friends to this, and don’t want to continue down that slope.
Thank you soo much 🙏 been hit with waves of emotions and overactive racing mind coming up to the 3rd week. Its been easier in the past to quit. Just got to stand in the storm like you said and wait 🌧️⚡🌪️ 🧘♂️
Thank you for a great content and words of encouragement , you're being helpful to a lot of people ❤️
Luv ya bro really been so helpful this last week have been referring back to this video....after another wild evening on the weekend 🙄
My whole family life growing up from the UK was alcohol driven so I just thought it's what you do...and watch everything crumble around you,
I'm 57 and had a 7 years respite from alcohol booze that stopped 3 years ago all the great stuff you talk about is bang on , one just has to watch out how life's curve balls of stuff that causes grief etc can take one back to drinking because it's so easily accessible..anyhoo I'm on my first week no booze and all the stuff you mention yup is happening atm but I'm no good as a drunk lol so thanks for your wonderful video , I'm off for a cuppa ❤
Auh Simon I could hug you. Day 5 and I needed to see this. Thanks
One of the better videos I've seen on this topic. Happy Sobriety. Cheers.
I'm so glad and grateful I was never an alcoholic because the things you describe sound so hard. I recently cut alcohol from my life: because of my ADHD and weight/health goals. It was only hard for me/a bit intimidating because alcohol is everywhere in my culture and in the scene/crowd I work and live in. But so far it's going so great! It's almost 2 weeks now and I've been to several social functions where I have been "non toxic" and I've enjoyed it so much. More than before actually: when I drank socially it was fun to a point but it was so easy to start feeling sluggish, not being g able to focus on conversation and feeling like I'm not myself. Sober is much better🥰💫
23 days sober. Can't sleep. Just feel depressed. Feel very tired. There's no pleasure. No happiness. I know nothing will change for months. I just keep thinking of what alcohol has done to my life. I'm almost 35 and have nothing but a trail of destruction.
Hope you’re feeling better... 💜
I had something similar. I finally found a good psychiatrist who treated my clinical depression (which is completely different to just feeling in a low mood). Now I don't need alcohol to alleviate the dysphoria. It was this dysphoria/depression driving me to alcohol. There is hope.
I feel exactly the same and I'm coming out of it now. I know you've heard it all before but you need to do something you're passionate about, remember what you enjoyed when you was younger, maybe start your own little business, take care of yourself e.g. give yourself a makeover buy new clothes switch up your hair, go ham at the gym. Looking good makes you feel good. You are the only person in control of your life, life is what you make it. Don't give it, take control of your life and you will get through trust me. Speaking from Experience. You got this 💪 ❤
@Marywhite95 thanks for this ! On day 9 and I cry like 5 times a day and feel so fatigue. I'm a cheerful person but it's been a rough week or so. I do cycle and read. I try to educate myself and keep positive.
@@Jennyzcool8787 aww I hear it, I'm going through the withdrawals myself right now it's pretty tough especially when I have a little one to take care of very stressful! But if I can do you can trust me take it one day at a time, and what I do is just stay busy when I feel to drink like go got walk in nature, clean, even sleep do anything else.. you have to keep your brain busy to distant yourself. Try not be hard on yourself, once you're past the 2/3 week period it will get easier. God is with you always, ask him to strengthen you and rebuke the enemy whenever you get these thoughts. God bless you 🙏 ❤️
so glad i watched your video. I have been struggling emotionally and have been using alcohol to help me cope. On day 3 and will keep going and also watching your videos! thanks 🙂
🎉Thanks for this video. I did s year of abstaining from alcohol but came back. I stopped again for two weeks but came back again worse. This is Christmas season and I want to face it once and for all. I need to join the sober community. I am 59. I hope to checkout more of your videos. Thanks again for the great job you are doing. I hope to give updates.
I'm 6 days away from a year of sobriety. I have been waiting for the anxiety, depression, sleeplessness and hopelessness to go away. It hasn't.
Yep, the inability to sleep is just miserable, magnifies all the feels.
Totally - if we can get the sleep settled ASAP after quitting alcohol it helps set us up for success.
Itz normal it ends and itz a sign that there was something abnormal influencing your brain
If can’t sleep maybe is better not to try. People don’t realise how long one hour is when you are rattling.
I've just done one day and I'm very tempted to go to the shop
Meditate
Excellent video. Really helpful and motivational. Keep up the good work 😊
Thank you so much!
Had my last drink 3am local time today but I hope today will be free and I hope to make progress. Thanks for your encouraging words
Great vid Simon! You are so charismatic and inspire me to be sober! God bless!
Thanks so much I’m glad you liked it 😊
Great video. I was 8 months sober, until June this year. It was the best 8 months of my life. Unfortunately I started drinking again in June and things came to a head recently. I am now 14 days sober and determined to stay that way. At least this time I know how good the sober life can be.
Thank you for these motivational talks! Really helpful x
Hi Sue, Glad they have been helpful! Simon
I'm 24 hours sober right now. I couldn't sleep last night so I flooded my night with videos to help me stay sober and I found your channel. Thank you.
Please think about checking out my group coaching and online program, they can be really powerful tools on this journey. Hang in there, rest as much as you can, and keep on learning more and more!
I've given up drinking for 28 days and I'm still depressed and can't sleep. In fact I think I feel more depressed.
walsie435 sometimes I think it takes longer. Been 30 days for me and I am just starting to feel better.
Thank you so much for your comment. Yes, it does impact everyone differently. The lack of sleep will really not be helping your overall mood and outlook either. There are a lot of people in my support community who have also experienced the same as you. If you haven't joined already, then please do as I think it will really help you - facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
I feel your pain as far as sleeping I haven't slept well for years and years. They say if you quit drinking your sleeping gets better I sure hope so for your sake and mine.
Eating healthy, exercise, reading, studying, watch some great movies or shows, write in a journal, take vitamins, update your wardrobe, change your look a bit. It will get better and you will start to feel amazing.
Thank you for this video! This is day 5 for me 🙏
Thanks for this video. I quite July 22 and it has been tough, but I'm determined to never drink again. I think I'm just entering the gaba stage that you speak of. I've been drinking daily since circa 1972 so my bodys' natural gaba has lots of rebuilding to do. I've just subscribed to your channel and will do some exploring. Thanks again !
That Gabba info is so helpful, I wasn’t aware of it, so thank you. It’s always easier to handle adversity when you understand the science behind the feelings. I’m five days in, I’ve quit a few times previously for months and always just feel better in every way, mostly happiness is the biggest change. I’m determined to be the best I can now, I’m also getting excited about quitting now as I’ve seen the benefits before. I never really understand why I’ve started again in the past. There is really no positives to drinking when you think with a rational mind, but that’s the first thing alcohol takes from you, any rational thought!
You’re so real . Love you hun .
Thank you!
Thank you. I'm on Quit #3. The other times, I relented and drank again. What a mistake. I'm through. At this point, there is no "once in a while". Self love and self respect - not only for our bodies and minds but our emotional health. Reach out. The people around you are more supportive and loving than you might think, And it they're not? Get new friends. Love to all.
Hope your still sober
Thank you for these videos.
Quito-Ecuador 🇪🇨
I quit drinking Aug. 20 of this year. I drank all my life , and made a decision to stop. I am doing good!
Great video and helpful...feeling these issues now one week into serious quiting
Very very inspiring . Thank you so much
Thank You for your encouragement.
Great video. Thank you!
Im an alcoholic,your words make sense.thankyou for your videos.
This is the video I was looking for. How to overcome side effects of quitting drinking.
To everyone:
I stopped in 1990. April 26th.
This is important. It is a scientific fact that if you do something for 23 consecutive days you're hooked.
Conversely, if you can go 23 days WITHOUT doing a certain thing,you do NOT have it any longer.
Shoot for 23 days. Tell everybody you know. Put the pressure on yourself so everyone is on you.
I listened to AM radio on day #2, my neighbor Dr.Joyce Brothers have a radio spot talking to the bad dreams so uncannily as I was experiencing them. She said they will subside. She was spot on. I thanked her personally.
You are tougher than any crap in a bottle.
Thanks. Pretty much most of what you said was spot on. Cold turkey is not my favorite meal these days! HAR.
What a great video...cheered me right up simon..😊
Thanks. That’s lovely to hear 😊
Thanks Simon , such a support , I’ve got to believe in myself more, and I will try
Hi Libby - sorry, has taken me ages to get to the video comments! You are doing great, keep it up -Simon
My pleasure, I was the same as you at 15, he is lucky to have so much awareness, thanks for the comment Simon
Day 5 today-looking forward to feeling better! Thanks for your help Simon
Well done on day 5, Colin! Hopefully day 6 now! If you need any additional support then head over to our Facebook group - facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
How are u bro?
Day ten, feeling pretty good, feeling better for sure. Had a craving at the store and had a lemonade, worked great.
Thanks for this mate! I’ve never had a problem with drinking until I was stuck at home in quarantine. I gradually began drinking everyday. My wake up call is when I counted the bottles of beer I had saved for recycling. It 366 beers in 2 months, not counting mixed drinks or wine. I’ve been back to work since June and carried my issue into my normal life. I’m 6 days sober. I have a 6er in the fridge, and a complete bar in the basement. And have not touched it. It’s pulls at me when I get home from work but I’ve been resisting. But thank you, this really helps the holidays here in America are coming this weekend. So that’ll be hard. But after 6 days I’m already feeling great. Woke up and mowed at 7am and watered the garden, I typically am extremely fit, but was perpetually bloated, my stomach is flat and my abs are peeking out again. I’m committed to this, I have to be I. Control of my life, not alcohol
I'm so glad you found the video helpful. I would suggest, however, that you remove all alcohol from your house. Many people find that in the early days, triggers can be really sneaky and make it very easy to reach for the bottle before they have the ability to stop themselves. I hope you made it through the Memorial Day weekend. Feel free to join my sober community on FB for support - Be Sober - Quit Drinking & Enjoy Life.
Quarantine got me too. Still locked down in Australia
On day 7, happy to hear this message. Looking forward to hitting that two week milestone this time next week 💪
👌good job
Did you make it?
I am one of those.. i did six weeks .. then had some stress and went back, I was starting to feel so great. my skin and face looked great too. Im getting back to it,... AF beer is my biggest aid. Youre great.
What a helpful, lovely man❤
Great video! Thanks!
I am 2 weeks now with no alcohol. And I have been a regular drinker for nearly 14 years. Not going to lie, I have had my ups and downs, hoping that I start to feel better soon!
2 weeks is amazing! Well done to you! Yes, it is a different experience at the start for everyone, but you will start to feel the benefits. Also, if you are not already, please join my support community, it will really help you as well - facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
@@besober Thank you for the reply! Many TH-camrs don't do that, but it is good to see that you make an effort to respond to those who watch and comment on your videos! I will definitely check out the community support page as well!
5 weeks in and I really don’t’ feel any better. My energy is all over the place. Still waiting for this big turnaround. My wife drinks wine every night and she has more energy than me. It’s embarrassing. LOL
How are u now
1 month in and feel like shit!
How u doing now
@@PrestigeProPainters I'm doing great. I fell off for a bit but am about a month in. I think the key was getting off EVERYTHING including sleeping pills, even melatonin. And reducing caffeine. I realized that sleep is everything. And good sleep comes from what we don't put in our bodies as much as what we do. Cut out most sugar and eating mostly animal products and I feel incredible! Alcohol is poison and poisoning yourself is just stupid. No more hangovers and feel good every morning.
@@WilliamBTCWallace are u going through any mental issues?
hello I am 66 days sober from drinking and smoking today... I am feeling alot more free and clear thoughts... and now relizing my thoughts are just thoughts.
That's amazing to hear, Jairo! Well done on the sobriety! Yes, exactly that! Our thoughts are not bigger than us!
@@besober but i have noticed that latley i have been so emotional... like tears and everything i have turned to praying and watching church on youtube... i also went on a pescatarian diet and been working out.
any way you can reach out and help me out.
How are u doing now bro?
Day 9 here, i used to have beers every evening and cravings arnt too bad right now but feel down at times. I know to keep going and i will feel great
After 9 weeks I'm still feeling tired, dizziness, nausea and brain fog. I still think about alcohol after a stressful moment but just make a cup of tea or go for a walk.
I stopped Smoking 40 years ago, I always said That I never thought I could live without a cigarette, 14 days now of sobriety I want to say the same thing about alcohol.
Resolve. This is needed when you have an addictive personality like mine. At age 65 I was seeing the first signs of negative effects of alcohol which I had consumed on an almost daily basis for 45 years. This giving up is hard if you have a large social circle or difficult work or home situations with a lot of conflict and stress. These need to be alleviated or reduced sharply in order to success. Depending on your life stage this might be a long process. Another aspect is to pick yourself up and start all over again.
I anticipate that Christmas is going to be a big challenge because of the social stuff that goes on at that time. All of my immediate family are very moderate drinkers so that should help. I have to recognise that I cannot be a moderate drinker, just like tobacco I have no off switch.
Great video very inspiring I’m not looking forward to being sober at events in the coming year all my family are heavy drinkers !
Hi Kerry, it's great that you recognise this is an issue for you. Don't be afraid to keep yourself protected with your sobriety for as long as you feel necessary. Do your family know that you are on a sober journey? Hopefully, they will help support you. If you are not already, please join my Facebook community (it's free) there are a lot of people on there that have faced similar situations and will be able to provide you with advice. facebook.com/groups/1960061840706240
@@besober my family don’t know yet I have a strange relationship with them... I’m just taking a day at a time I feel embarrassed to tell them
😂 re. your hair! Thank you for all your videos. Really inspirational :)
Thanks so much, glad they help!
Started my third quit few days ago but boy my body never hurt this much… Last try was a year ago and stopped for about 4 months and never felt better. Somehow alcohol has a way to keep trying to own you but keep fighting
5 weeks in still feeling crap, dizziness, nausea and absolutely knackered.
That's how I feel I'm on 6 weeks how do you feel now
@@williamcollins3619I'm now approaching 4 months without alcohol, still feeling fatigued throughout the day, getting up first thing was a struggle but it's getting better. I have no desire of drinking now, however I have to watch what I eat. According to websites it takes 4 months to a year for brain chemistry to reset, that's probably why I'm feeling tired all the time.
Thanks for replying. Glad things are getting better for you I've had a lot better week. I've not been feeling as dizzy it's just the fatigue in the morning. I feel like I've got no energy to do anything
Wake up not worried about happened the previous day, how good is that!