FOUR Months Sober! (My SHAKES Are Gone?!)
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Fantastic! My brother promised himself he could buy any tool he wanted if he quit drinking. 40ish years later and WAY too many tools acquired, he hasn’t had a drop. Oh - and he quit smoking later - same story, wanted to tackle one thing at a time.
"Too many tools acquired" sounds like fightin' words, my friend. haha
Congrats on your sobriety homie - I am on year 8 of sobriety & it was the best thing i could do for me. Truly a new life much better
I'm on my first day! Feeling pretty chuffed.
Congrats on sobriety. I quit 6 years ago. it gets better and easier. no matter what. don't drink. no matter what. much love!
Congratulations! It just gets better and better! I'll be 7 years sober in March. We do recover!
Very nice, Sir! I am currently 3 Days in myself. We got this, Bro! We got this!
WTG. One day at a time. ❤
How's it going 3 weeks later?
I don't know if this has been mentioned, but having a soda or hot chocolate at night helps. It's the placebo effect of going through the motions without actually drinking. At least, that helped me. There were times that I'd simply heat up some water in a coffee cup and that was enough. Stay strong. It gets better.
I replaced alcohol with flavor sparkling water, Liquid Death, LaCroix etc. Hot chocolate hit the spot as well but I tend to avoid it at night due to the caffeine content.
@@ImpaledDeceivers That's a good point regarding the caffeine in cocoa. I forgot about that. Maybe save the cocoa for during the day. :)
👏👏👏👏👏👏 Bravo!!!
Thank you for holding me accountable without even knowing! 😊
Glad I'm helping people in whatever way I am.
i came across your channel today, and your inspiring journey made me want to subscribe so i can join everyone else in cheering you on. you got a LOT of fans wanting the best for you, and i hope you achieve everything you set out to do!
I can’t believe how much healthier you look, especially in the eyes! Just hit 1 year myself. Well done mate!
As for celebrating, I tend to not reward myself with food / drink. I normally spend some time out in nature going for a walk and taking it all in. However, for my 1 year anniversary of being alcohol free I bought myself a nice watch.
I celebrate with good food. Treat myself and family, because they are taking the journey too, with a special meal.
I just hit 3 years without alcohol! I have learned a lot about myself, and it takes a while to see your irritability go away! After the first year, is when you really start to see a serious change in your mind and body!
You are doing great! Don't stop being sober! I celebrate by eating steak usually!
Thank you for your update. I’m in the process of getting sober I got a bit over 50 days then made the mistake to listen to that small voice.. I ended up drinking beers 4 days in a row and lost all my self control. I learned that I cannot just have 1 or 2 drinks even after a prolonged period. Now I’m back on track 5 days free of alcohol and ready to reach a new milestone!
Irritability is one of the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, so don't worry about being upset about how others drive. I usually get in the lane that I have to turn in miles earlier so I don't have to worry about last minute lane changes. I celebrate by having chocolate and milk as a night replacement. I used to be able to drink a bottle of wine every few weeks, but then it became binge drinking 4-5 bottles of wine once a week over 2 days. Keeping busy is the best thing you can do. And getting out in nature and walking.
Ha! 😆 Great comment. I quit driving too now that I'm in my late '60s I use a bicycle to get around. Driving in traffic became a horror show lately. I simply couldn't handle it anymore.
Im going to hawaii a couple weeks for christmas & i used to chase the beer wagon down Alot..my brother inlaw asked me how im gonna celebrate now and i quickly told him Im not throwing 2 years of sobriety away on a celebration drink at the Ko olina course with drinks from the drink cart..because I know the first drink is Too many and a case is never enough. I never found an answer to a problem or happiness at the bottom of a bottle. Never. Congrats on 4 months! You are awesome and Im proud of you man! Keep up the great work & to thine own self be true
I highly recommend picking up a book called Living Sober, which is full of all sorts of excellent practical day-to-day acvice, and is not based in ny sort of recovery program (12 step or otherwise), so really does just have solid advice. As for celebrating, yeah, sometimes splurigning on the nice version of things, but what I did at first was secifically saved money, about 10 bucks a day (two cheap beers at a bar, or half the cost of vodka i'd go through a day) and when a celebration thing came up I let myself crack into those funds for something fun or cool for myself.
One day at a time, my friend!
Indeed. Thanks, man.
My dude.
First congrats on 4 months!
Second, as long as you have it in you, please keep doing the updates. The world is feeling mighty bleak right now, and seeing your positive story is really uplifting.
Don't fret the diet and smoking right now. One battle at a time.
I'm no professional, but from my own experiences, that quick to anger/frustration thing is probably shit inside that needs to be addressed. I don't know if you are, but I would seriously recommend finding a good therapist. I've spent a few years grinding through my own past shit, and it's really helped.
I've never been a heavy drinker, but when I met my wife a few years ago, I stopped altogether, because her father was an alcoholic who abandoned her family.
So as far as celebrating, I just do it without the drinking now. A nice meal, a trip somewhere, a dry party. Just be with the people you love.
Thanks, man. I know I have some internal things that need addressing....right now I'm okay with the "just try to be better today than you were yesterday" thing. Seems to be working so far, but if it seems like it's not at some point, I'll try something else. No telling what the future holds.
I agree with that explanation of the irritability. I sometimes have to tell my wife "I'm having a high stress day right now, but I don't know why". And sometimes I only know what the stressor was when it's resolved. I can make a cooking mistake that normally I would shrug off, but if my background stress is high it leads to me cursing and punching a pillow.
I'm mid 50's, wanting to follow in your footsteps. I have drinking issues.
If you make a channel and vlog about your journey I will subscribe.
The first day with no drink is the big test brother. After that you can hack it.
You got this
CONGRATS! I've unfortunately messed up recently (nicotine), but am back on the horse 3 days without nicotine and going strong. This video was right on time even if its a different addiction. Thanks dude
I don't know how I found your channel, but I needed this. I've been cutting back on alcohol and yesterday I relapsed with a 6 pack that was high gravity. It f'cked me up and I went to bed early. This morning with regret I found a note from my young daughter she wrote saying it was a bad day and she couldn't have her friends over because Dad was drunk, she was afraid I would pass out and I fell on her. Literally found this on the coffee table. Saving it so it's the reminder I need to stay the course. You got this ... we all got this. Alcohol is a Thief
Keep it up please. I’m happy for you. You are in control and that’s the best feeling is it not?
I dunno how "in control" I feel, honestly. But sometimes it feels like none of us really are. haha
As far as how you celebrate, do something you enjoy. That used to be having a drink. Don't feel frustrated if you aren't feeling much joy, and there aren't a lot of things that you enjoy doing. As you make progress you will find yourself enjoying things you didn't expect you would because drinking is limiting in that way.
Being frustrated is one of the main reasons to make things better. Of course, those side quests in your car or anywhere else will never worth the hassle to begin them for real, but anything useful stuff comes out of it, that's a huge win instead of an "okay, I'm okay with this" wrapped in some kind of happy paper... Seems like a way to make good things.
Congratulations brother! Don't be too hard on yourself for not being perfect on the eating, smoking, or exercising. Progress, not perfection. Every day (heck even minute) you don't drink is a huge accomplishment.
^ this ^
Big Congradulations!👍👏💯
Praying makes everything better too.
Really enjoyed watching the staged videos. I have been unwell since just before christmas so haven't felt like a drink but I think I will do dry January and see how I go. Really appreciate your honesty, it makes a good contrast to the super positive videos about giving up the booze which don't feel like me.
Yeah....I've seen a few of those "everything is awesome!" type videos, and I agree with you. Everything is NOT awesome and I think that's important to share.
Only just seen all the videos from month 1 sober, spooky but i stopped drinking almost to the day you stopped. now 4 and a bit months in. you can see your transformation, i'm seein the same benefits, more focused and motivated to do stuff, hobbies, sharper at work. keep going and stick with it brother.
Congratulations!
As you go past 4 months check into the symptoms of Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) so you're prepared for the possible symptoms that come next. Even if nothing happens it is good to know.
Take Care!
Those thoughts will pass. Just stay strong
I'm trying. Thanks, friend.
I've been sober 3 years now. I still struggle soothing myself with food. Still need sugar. Working out now makes me feel great. When I start feeling crap it normally coincides with me not working out for a few days. I'm still irritable, a lot more than when I drank. Regarding celebrating: you've been relying on alcohol to boost your dopamine (happy feelings). You now need to do new and exciting stuff to get that dopamine boost naturally. Small things. Spending time with someone you connect with will give you that boost. On your birthday chat to someone you haven't spoken to in a while, go for a hike, swim in the ocean. Enjoy those moments where your body has made itself happy rather than relying on an external artificial boost. This will come with time if you work at it. You can't be lazy about it. It takes work
I’m 2 years sober and 7 years since I stopped drinking over 2 drinks. Life is amazing sober.
My dad died from alcoholism 5 years ago.
Keep it going!!!
I was sober for about 8 years, fell off the wagon for a few months, and it's been another 7 years since I got sober the second time. I never had a sober "birthday", because when I got sober (both times), I was really just focused on the day at hand, without thinking about yesterday or worrying about tomorrow. Just "today, I won't drink....."
My "celebration" is being able to say, without reservation, that "I don't drink" . And for me, that means none, zero, no cheating with a little cold beer on a hot summer day. My sobriety is one of my most cherished possessions, because I really was a mess before, and am lucky to have lived through it.
Keeping your hands busy while you're getting sober is a very good thing to do. Focus on fixing a problem with your wife's car, or building something in your workshop.
Congrats on the four months! Keep up the good work. Lots of people rooting for you.
I've been sober from alcohol and other drugs since May 2016 (went to rehab and haven't touched anything since). A couple things here:
- The irritability is normal when recovering
- If you have depression as an underlying issue you might be underwhelmed by how you feel in sobriety. You expect to feel really good and frustrated that it isn't happening. Instead you feel flat or irritable as a baseline. It took me 6 years of sobriety to realize I needed an antidepressant, as well, and now I'm doing fine
- What do we sober people do to celebrate? For me there are no special celebratory times I just do what I enjoy doing. I like gaming, hanging out with my girlfriend, learning new recipes to cook, and learning new skills in general. Learning new exercises. Learning a new language. Hanging out with a friend for lunch. There are many things that can replace celebrating by drinking.
I started "celebrating" by getting my favorite take out food. It's not good for you and costs more. But compared to drinking it's far better! Many times those "celebrations" were more of an excuse to drink, lol. Keep it up. If you ever have questions ask. I am proud of you sir 👍
Love this bro, I'm 9 months sober and dealing with a wave of crushing anxiety after having covid. It's been a journey but I'm still showing up for myself despite the fear and noise in my head. One day at a time man. You got this.
P.s i dont even watch wood working video's but i subscribed because i appreciate these videos and your honesty. Keep us updated on your life man. It helps more than you know.
Stumbled on your channel and saw your video about getting sober. I see you made it four months, congrats!
I was in your shoes about four years ago when I had my last drink. One of the best things I have done in my life and hope you continue on with your sobriety.
Four months for me was when not drinking really started feeling like the new normal. Keep on keeping on! It will get easier
Congratulations! I just saw the video when you announced you were quitting drinking and here you are! 4 months in. Huge milestone and I’m happy for you
Hello, we like this update. Things going in the right direction.
Good for you bro. The world will keep getting more clear to you. I’m going on 6 years sober. We’re in this together. Keep it up bro. Keep being kind to yourself. Sometimes we have to have healthy selfishness so we can be selfless to others.
Man, coming here from your first video, I Must say you Look Great! Keep it up brother!
I also want to say thanks for documenting your recovery. So many people have no example to follow, no one to talk to, no one to provide perspective from experience. The fact that you are willing to bare your soul and share this journey with a bunch of strangers deserves praise and recognition. Right on man. Fuckin A.
Congratulations man!! If you made it here, you can go years!
Keep pushing, your life will just get better!
I have general anxiety disorder and drinking completely removed it. When not drinking my anxiety got real bad and I would get angry very easy. I now take an anxiety medication and I feel like a new happier and easy going person. It changed my life. I'm so glad to hear you are doing well. Keep it up. You are correct. Not drinking is the most important thing right now. As time goes you will be able to better deal with your diet and smoking habits.
Stay strong Brother! You have a lot of people here rooting for you.
Celebration: close the blinds and ask the wife if she has any thoughts.
New sub here .
One day at a time .
What to celebrate . Now in my 4th year with out alcohol.
How do I celebrate , well a funny thing happened.The universe started to let me know it was there .
I truly celebrate when it talks to me , be that good or bad . For me while drinking (way to often), I had no idea the universe was there.
One day at a time brother.
Congrats Mike on the anniversary. Hard fought I’m sure. Keep it up.
I'm 5 years sober. Great decision. I really don't miss it. Once in a while I'll have non alco beers but they're not cheap or great. A clausthaler is okay if it's cold and freshly opened.
The mental and financial clarity of sobriety is A+, nevermind my bodily state
Dont stop keep going. Show us your work. Love it
well done on 4 months sober dont worry about smoking and other things choose your battles when your stronger in yourself you will succeed. i was 10 yrs sober before i packed in smoking. good luck on your new journey
Hey Mike keep it up man all the stuff you went through and are currently going threw tons of us have. I'm 30 been sober for 3 years started drinking the second i turned 21 and was sober maybe 100 days out of all those years. I'm from a fishing background and worked on a boat commercial fishing with just the captain and we drank, not good with all the line running off the boat and me not being able to swim. I just woke up one day and said enough is enough and quit cold turkey which was not smart but I'm still here. Once you see there's no need to be drunk or let alone drink its easy, plus quit hanging out with the people you drink with for at least 6 months. The hardest part for me was once i quit drinking my anxiety went through the roof and i have never had any mental issues still working on that i quit drinking everything except water and so far so good. If you or any one needs help let me know i will gladly walk you through this fun path. KEEP IT UP! YOU DONT NEED TO DRINK TO HAVE FUN.
Happiness comes from you. Never stop seeking and be grateful.
We are all very proud of you!
Congratulations. My wife is 900 days sober. I’m proud of her because I know it’s not easy specially since she’s married to me.
As far as filming set a couple cameras up and start recording and just work, forget about the cameras.
So inspiring... Your voice has grown noticeably stronger and more confident too as the sober months pass by, I think it bodes well for your future self.
Congratulations on four months!!!! I know it is hard especially at the beginning but it definitely can be done. It was definitely not easy but is definitely worth it in the end. It also gets easier as time goes on. I’ll be praying for you. Stay busy and stay strong. You got this!
Keep at it man, I found other sober people in my area and all over. We celebrate by going out for great food and building a community amongst the sober common denominator
That's an awesome achievement! One day at a time brother. You're right, the urges to drink will become less frequent. To the point where it'll be a fleeting thought and then you won't ever give it more than a blink of an eye consideration. Alcohol was never a problem for me, but quite a few members of my family were and are alcoholics, most were functioning alcoholics. My issue was smoking and it took years to finally quit. I went through the same issues as you as far as one cigarette away from becoming a pack a day smoker. Where I used to absolutely love the smell of tobacco when I would be walking behind someone smoking. Now, the smell of burning tobacco repulses me (I'm not a tyrannical anti-smoker though) You will control it, and talking about it helps. Keep it up bro!! You only live once, so live it happily, energetically, and become the best man you can for your family and most importantly... YOURSELF.
You look better man! You look at lot younger than the first time I saw you. I'm not a woodworker but subscribed back when you decided to get sober. Celebrating is a really difficult adjustment in sobriety; I relapsed many times rewarding myself with one drink. Try celebrating by practicing gratitude-- acknowledge that I am grateful for this good day, and grateful for the good things that happened. I personally also celebrate with a pack of coconut-crispy Mrs. Baird's mini-donuts, but I don't recommend it at our age cause it goes straight to my belly.
Great job! I knew you could whoop this addiction. Stay strong!
Bro! Hell yeah. Personally, I've found woodworking not to be my thing, so I've stopped following most, but personal journeys and wins are what I'm definitely about. I'm sticking around to see your evolution.
To answer how I celebrate without drinking, I usually share the win, just like you're doing now with the shakes ending. You find some person into whatever the win is associated with, tell them your win, and talk it through, maybe over a meal, doesn't even have to be. It becomes less about the inebriation and more about the social aspect.
I smoked for about 18 years and my wife for about 25 years, both of us got hypnotised. Neither of us smoke (or drink) anymore. We celebrated by having enough money saved from not drinking and smoking to purchase a house. We celebrate when we look at our bank accounts because of how much money we arent shitting away. Oh, and we celebrate by not feeling bad about fighting, breaking things, hurting each other and not remembering... and by not being (as) winded during hikes and other physical activity. It's boring not drinking but man it's so much better than the alternative.
Congratulations! Stay sober and don't let yourself down.
When I celebrate i go and get a fancy meal
What would you get though
Woodworking addiction has come forward now that you’re healthier. Pushing to make content is amazing. You’re the best.
Monthly videos are great. Make a video to publish maybe reason enough to keep doing them. Even if they slowly become more about shop/project updates than sobriety.
That's probably what will happen. I'll spend a couple minutes talking about not drinking, then move on to talking about what I've been doing instead.
Congratulations so far, It helps to have some coping tips, or mechanism's methods in order to learn how to live sober, my suggestion is go to AA meetings get a sponsor go through the 12 steps there's no need to be dry drunk it takes more than willpower I've been alcohol and chemical free for 18 years, if I can anyone can. Coffee or Tea, a cigar also I've ever had cranberry and grapefruit juice it looks like a mixed drink, some drinkers feel weird around sober people I'm a bass player and have played in night clubs larger bars and events where alcohol was served, I've used the tools that I learned to live happy joyous and free from all of the ism's one day at a time.
Great job! 2.5 year here, the further I get, the better I feel. Mentally and physically
Congrats!!! Pretty cool,...no shakiness. As far as frustration,....maybe you are just more aware and have to get use to it. Keep up the good fight. So worth it.
As an alcoholic being 16 years sober One thing to always remember but I'm sure you probably know this that alcohol controls you.. you have no control over it.. It will control your life.. so always remember where alcohol led you in the first place and what harm it has caused.. this will get rid of those thoughts of drinking again.Peace my friend and have a prosperous,healthy& Happy New Year.👍
35 year old here and honestly, you're the kind of person I wish I was friends with back in high-school. I don't have much friends maybe 1 good one, but I feel like you could've been part of that group that stays together, supports each other and would give the shirt off your back. You seem genuine and have a good heart and good intentions. I'm happy for you brother.
Congrats on 4 months! Sounds like you're making great progress. Dealing with life on life's terms is something I also had to learn. I spent most of my adult life being self-medicated and alcohol was always my coping mechanism. You'll figure it out. For me, the serenity prayer helps - accepting the things/people I cannot change, changing the things I can/should, and having the wisdom to know the difference.
How do I celebrate? I treat myself to a nice dinner out with my wife, or go to a concert or sporting event in town. Some sober friends of mine treat themselves to "scooby snacks" - splurge gifts that they buy for themself to celebrate milestones. Not sure if you're doing this, but a big motivator for me has been keeping track of the $ I'm saving by being sober. e.g. if your drinking cost you ~$25/day on average then @ 4 months you have saved about $3,000 already! It adds up really, really quickly!
And that's not to mention the terrible decisions that you're NOT making now - like driving drunk and getting a DUI, which can cost you 10s of thousands.
Congrats on 4 months, and the shop update! The Lord loves you and is with you! 🙏
Awesome news and good job brother! I used to definitely have a drinking problem but never had the shakes like most drunks seem to.
Something I realized way after the fact of quiting drinking, the absence of alcohol won't solve your problems but it can serve as a daily reminder and proof that you have the strength and discipline to do what you set your mind to. It establishes a track record of you conquering hard things so when the next hard thing comes along you can tackle it with confidence. Keep it up!
Breaking old habits isn’t easy. Keep it up, only up from here. You’re worth taking care of.
Yay, keep it up! I’m 5 years sober and love the benefit and wisdom
I was sober for 12 years through AA. Saved my life and gave me a whole new outlook. I went back to drinking after a ton of trauma and a horrible reaction to antidepressants. My drinking is nothing like it was before. I had the shakes and had to medically detox before. My drinking is nothing like that now. Honestly. If I could have maintained the way I am now. I would have never quit. I feel almost like I figured it out. I miss being sober. Finally. I quit being sober around 5 years ago. It took me about 5 years to heal from the damage from the antidepressants. I'm finally better from the antidepressants. Mostly from therapy from mushrooms. I'm finally at a place that I miss being sober. There is nothing like to be chemical free and truly content. It takes years to become an alcoholic and an addict. It takes years to recover. If you are on the path. Domt give up on you. If you are making progress. I'm so damn proud. A lot of us die.
Man it seems like I was about 5 or 6 months in before the irritation went away. It’s crazy that you’re going through that too. Keep at it brother! It eventually went away for me and I started to find joy in the little things again. I used to have a whiskey and watch a show in the evening and after I stopped drinking, it was hard to enjoy stuff like that. I replaced it with sliced tomatoes with salt and pepper and man I really started to look forward to that. As far as celebrations, just think back to before you drank and the joy you felt over the little things as a kid. Good luck man! You got this! I’m getting into woodworking now and am loving your videos! I look forward to more.
hey man. i been trying to get off the booze for longer than i wanna admit. it's the hardest thing. but every little milestone is a massive win. as for the 'celebration' i take the money i woulda spent on booze & get a new piece of kit for my little techno studio set up. and ya know what? that lil synth or guitar pedal will ALWAYS be there. the 3 bottles of red last one night & make me feel like shit the next day.
set a goal. get a lil wooden box & put every would be booze dollar in there. and every now & then, treat yourself.
and keep at it man. it's hard but it's good. we can all do it.
I mean, I did buy a new guitar, but it wasn't really "to celebrate" anything. haha. Thanks for your thoughts, friend.
Wonderful! Congratulations! Keep it up! I know that it must be really hard, but I can see that you look much healthier and optimistic.
Proud of you man, its not easy but I promise it does get better and easier. One habit at a time!
8:49 a gratification delayed is a gratification earned - and whenever I feel the need to celebrate, I set time (or money; or both) aside to (very soon) give myself (and/or loved ones) a treat to something that either I enjoy seldom or have been putting off or have been denied. For example, think small first because in the throes of getting over an old love (alcohol) you need many reasons to celebrate and small celebrations to help replace the drink laden celebrations from the past. Got a favorite ice cream or pop? Stock it, but don’t drink it. If you have a favorite something that others in the household will leave alone, that is the best - because it guarantees it will be there when you need to celebrate. You can also tell your loved ones, “hey, this is my celebration (blank) - I need it to celebrate my daily wins to keep me sober.” This usually works, and try to work things in that are not food as well.
You are doing amazing!! Withdrawal can last months and come in many forms! Your frustration and lack of patience may be part of it. I'm glad to hear you're being gentle on yourself about smoking and not eating healthy! No rush! One huge life change at a time!! I'm so happy for you!!
Hey, congrats on the 4 months, been unable to join your livestreams, work has been super hectic. Still remain a faithful subscriber & am happy for the good news and that you are starting to reap some rewards for so much effort you are putting in.
YOU ROCK MY FRIEND!!!😮😊 I’m proud of you and your sobriety. Keep up the awesome work.
Awesome brother, one day at a time. Super happy for you now that the shakes are done.
Things aren't in reverso-mode either. Nice!
Also, you look healthier to me and you don't something external to celebrate something.
'..how do you celebrate.. things?..' that made me properly laugh.
There's two things in celebrating a positive event, one is the reward and the other is the consideration. Don't conflate them, they are not the same thing, they are coincidental to each other.
So for right now, think about the positive thing and glory in it, share it with people and feed back on the reflected happiness, thats the consideration.
As for the reward, ride the high and do something using that positive note that reinforces the celebration, as a lot of other people have said, eat good food, go for a walk, throw the ball all while thinking about the positive thing. That will feed back the positivity.
I’m 15 months sober and 14 months no ciggies I am happier I haven’t craved alcohol or a smoke for ages but I get agitated easily sometimes.
Congrats on four months. You should be as proud of yourself as you would be if you climbed a mountain, because you have, in a metaphorical way.
Love to see your journey and story! Nothing but support and the best of wishes to you and your journey!!
I just today happened to stumble into your videos because I’m a woodworker myself and have been for 30+ years , Having said that in the past I had a gambling addiction and always tried to stop and don’t matter what I said or did I would go back to gambling either online or in casinos . It is not at all easy but can be done !! YOU are stronger than any problem you have my friend , I’m currently in counseling and have been since June and it truly helps me as well . Wishing you the best and in time you can and will get better and enjoy life and the little things in life.
Be positive and strong ,God Bless You
Congratulations on your four months brother. We said enough is enough around the same time. Life is slowly getting better. Keep up the good fight
Celebrate with a treat, ice cream, fancy mocktail, favorite food, etc. Or.. celebrate inside, with thought, reflection, spirit, whatever you call it. One of my biggest celebrations when I stopped drinking was to remind myself I didn't drink that day! Just sit there and appreciate that. 9 and half years sober now. The irritability will fade like the shakes. Everything will continue to get better with time and that continues forever. Good luck, stay strong! You, and we, got this!
Congratulations! Looks like a first aid cabinet to me. Love the videos.
Thanks! And it's actually become a spice cabinet for the little kitchenette area I'm adding to the corner to help me (hopefully) start eating better!
I am excited for ya and with ya, my brother. I am in the same army with ya. And while I like the shop renovation, I'm more excited about the renovation between your ears!!! Keep it up, and just do this: Breathe in, breathe out, don't drink.
When you celebrate, you get the nice silverware and plates from the dining room cabinets, and you put the nice tablecloth on the table. I don't have issues with alcohol, I just don't drink.
Also, drummer, remember accent on 1, 3, and stuff.
Proud of you friend. Keep it up. This stretch of the calendar can be tough for some. Here for ya if you need. You know how to get ahold of me.
Good for you man, well done. The anger thing was something that resonates with me. Alcohol is good at putting a band aid on stuff like depression and anger issues. I had a lot of luck with CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) techniques. It's not for everyone, some people prefer actual counselling. I know the feeling of looking back on an interaction I've had that day and wondering who this angry, petty little guy is. As someone who drank heavily for 20 years I needed to re-learn how to cope with everyday stresses and annoyances like an adult. I still am, but I'm getting better.