The honest truth about why i stopped drinking
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- Story time! in this video i talk about my experiences & what you can expect in the first 6+ months of choosing a sober, alcohol free lifestyle. I'm now in my third year since i quit drinking and the benefits far, FAR outweigh the disadvantages. Alcoholism comes in many forms but we can beat it together! And if you found this video helpful i would love for you to join the journey and subscribe for more sober positive content 🧡🤘
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6 months SOBER TODAY. I still crave a stiff one from time to time. But my mind is powerful, and Gods hand is on me and so with that I continue on with my sobriety. 🎉
I don’t regret giving up liquor it was the best decision of my life! 🎉
Congratulations to you!!! Brilliant and so inspiring for other people 😃
I'm 41 and have been battling addiction for the better part of 25 years. I always feel better and get in my best shape when I've gone long periods without alcohol, but for the past 2 years I've let drinking take a hold of me. I managed to quit for 2 months at the end of last year, but gave into the holidays and new years and have pretty much drank everyday since. I am ready to give it up for good!
Your channel and others like this where people are brutally honest about their additions is very helpful knowing you aren't alone.
Hello! I totally agree! I've found so much comfort in connecting with people with similar stories! You will find your groove, it's just a matter of time 🤘🤘
I’m 12 days in and have never felt so sure I don’t want to drink. Hope your first few weeks is going strong!
Amazing! 😁
I’m on day 42 now and going strong. Probably the longest I’ve gone since I was 16 and I’m 31! Woo. Thank you for sharing your experience. Binging videos like yours has helped alter my mindset in a profound way.
@@LouveniaMusic That's amazing! We've got this! 🔥
OMG I am doing it alone and today is my 12th day only I am 10 months behind you!! How are you doing? Do you go to AAA and or use any other tools? I just know it’s a toxic poison that kills. I hope to go forever!
OMG I am doing it alone and today is my 12th day only I am 10 months behind you!! How are you doing? Do you go to AAA and or use any other tools? I just know it’s a toxic poison that kills. I hope to go forever!
Thank you so much! 15 days! Had to admit that I cannot moderate. Moderation does not exist for me. I can’t wait till I’m 90 days sober
I'm 1 month sober and it is weird looking back on it because I've rarely had a good moment with drinking. Almost every time I hung out with friends or family, something negative would happen if drinking was involved.
Thanks for sharing all of that Mikaela, you're very genuine. I'm on day forty-one now. Like you, I don't count the days, I just notice it on my app. What I do focus on there is the fact that I've saved £349 in those forty-one days, probably more. I'm a bit shocked by that, although in a good way of course. But I like your technique of 'playing it forward.' After decades of alcohol abuse, I'm amazed that I'm not really getting any cravings. But there are times when my brain tells me that it wouldn't half be good to get pissed tonight. Ironically, the good physical and mental feeling we get from being sober can make us want to 'celebrate' it by drinking. But, when this happens, I play it forward. I think of the hangover, first and foremost. Then the shame and anger with myself. Then the worry that I may have sparked it all off again. Then the thought that I've wasted my chance of the better life that I'm enjoying right now. And all the rest of it. It's working so far, and I think it will until such time when having a drink won't even enter my head.
Thanks for the video, it really resonated :)
Thank you Tim & nice one on the savings! That's always a wicked motivator - I wasn't sure how to calculate mine (no consistency in drinks nor life haha) so I never added the financial part but you're right - must be a lot! Playing it forward can be an absolute life saver! Especially when it's so easy to start looking back with rose tinted glasses! Glad that works for you too :) Thanks for sticking around and sharing your thoughts & feedback with me!
in my opinion our most important goal is to be sober today.. that's all.. and we shuold repeat it day after day.. I mean, we shouldn't think about months or years of not drinking.. After four years I can tell you I have no crave for alcohol whatsoever... take care guys and all the best for you
Your story is almost exactly mine, so glad I found your channel! I’m still drinking, I had a wonderful year of sobriety and now trying to get back to it. Thank you for this video!❤
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! Something tells me you've got everything you need - just gotta prove it to ourselves which can be more tricky haha. Dig into it, the core of why alcohol takes up space in your life. Lack of connection? Struggle with expressing ourselves sober as we never really learned how? For me I thought I was lonely and would look outwards to bars and relationships but turned out I was just scared of connecting with myself. I was lonely - from myself! Now I'm my own best mate and its taken any urge to drink away completely. Find the why, did into it with an open heart and a willingness to work through the uncomfortable stuff. You'll find it will stick when the foundations are built - exciting!! 💛
Im almost 7 months sober. My life is so much better but i still have hard moments. Thanks for sharing your video. It makes me feel not alone. Its inspiring :)
Yes Mairi! Beautiful 😁
It really takes time, and it gets better and you'll learn to deal with those rough spots better too
I relate to you in so many ways. The trauma, pain and struggles. The rock bottom moment. The excruciating breakup. And yes the pandora's box, that's totally true. Recreating yourself, a new identity. The healing and growth. For me no AA either but therapy is doing wonders. It's a tough and lonely journey but the outcome is beautiful and worths it all. Thank you for sharing. A much better life is possible. I would end it with this quote that did hit me like a freight train and made me realize so much about my addiction and what was lacking in my life. " The opposite of addiction is not sobriety, it is connection" I was lacking genuine connection to myself first and then to the people I love and care most about. 4 months sober and keeping going. Thank you ❤
"If I put in that much effort for the wrong reasons, I can put that effort in for the right reasons" - This resonated a lot with me. Did 2 month breaks the last two years to change my drinking, but went back to binge drinking. This time I've started seeing this drug in a different way. I'm 27 so I feel young to be doing this, but I know myself and I'm afraid that it can get much worse than it's been if I continue.
I hit rock bottom and contacted AA. I'm in program now, and things are slowly getting better. I don't want to drink anymore. I go to a meeting every night now.
That’s amazing!! No really, I mean incredible!! I know how uncomfortable and frankly alien it feels to take that step - huge congrats on managing to reach outside that tricky habit mind! I remind myself to keep stepping out of that comfort zone a little each day, find the demons and force those stinkers into the light! 👻 Onwards, upwards and most importantly: progress not perfection! 🙌🏼 Thanks for sharing your experience friend! 🦋
That’s amazing!! No really, I mean incredible!! I know how uncomfortable and frankly alien it feels to take that step - huge congrats on managing to reach outside that tricky habit mind! I remind myself to keep stepping out of that comfort zone a little each day, find the demons and force those stinkers into the light! 👻 Onwards, upwards and most importantly: progress not perfection! 🙌🏼 Thanks for sharing your experience friend! 🦋
Stop with the rock bottom...u are just repeating AA ..... garbage......AA is just drama....just don't drink
@scottfinnie.copisamajordf.5758 I look at AA as one of many entry points to recovery but I would encourage to look wider and deeper into ourselves as a guide. The answers don’t simply lie in any external group or organisation.
Thank you SO much for this video. This is exactly what I needed today. I am coming up to 11 months of sobriety and I relate to EVERYTHING you discussed. It's so hard but I know it is worth it!
You are most welcome & thank YOU so much for this comment! It's hard and easy and hard again and confusing and brilliant all depending on what day it is haha. But you're right! It's so darn worth it! Congratulations on all you've achieved - let's stay curious and give ourselves some love today! 🤗
Day 2.5 for me. I have the same feeling of being done. I have a lot of people to apologize to but I first need to be sober for a while before I even begin to apologize.
Focus on you first, the rest will follow!
I just quitted one year ago and that was week end drinking, i imposed a "one year quaranteene" no outgoings , just exersise and playing Bach om the violin. That is a transformation, no i can go out sober once in a while. I take the car, park it in i p house and drink one to 2 alk free beers. The sleap patterns is extremely better and the exersise is crazy, can just "give that pilates machine in for all it,s worth" For me it was the medioker lifestyle i observed on work and so on, vine lotterys and hungover people all year round. The thought striked me, "is this everything for people, sit on this job and drinking is only sosial thing they do when do something wth co workers and so on?Have a good summer from Norway
Wow this makes me so happy to read! I agree! There is so much more to experience in life than working and drinking - feels like a prison. I’m so glad you feel so alive now 🦋 I hope you enjoy your summer too! From a Swede in the U.K! 🇸🇪😊
Top Video ! Good Girl ! Your intelligent & good looking. I pray this video helps many to stop drinking. I am 63 & not in good health due to approximately 48 years of drinking. You have encouraged me today. Sadly it's a little late for me, its's more of a bad habit for me. Your a shining light & a welcome presence, keep up the good work & may God Bless you !
Hi Mikaela.. thanks for sharing your story... I have very similar experiences.. from about the age of 16 till the age of 36 I was a pretty heavy binge drinker... I quit alcohol just after my first son was born.. it happened four years ago.. no rehab, no therapy.. but I think it is my personal way of dealing that problem... I mean on my own... I have high intrapersonal intelligence.. any way.. those four years have been the most beautiful time in my life life (except of the childhood of course).. sobriety is incradibly powerful and beautiful "drug" by itself.. meaning I feel turned on most of the time.. I think that's one of the things the sobriety does.. apart from many other good things like good health (skin, waight, etc.), good sleep, good emotions management, planty of time for doing stuff, lots of energy, lots of money saved... and last but not least.. when you are a binge drinker like myself was (mostly drinking alone at home or alone in pubs or in pubs with random people) your life is miserable, pathetic and boring... it is living the same boring day every day... at the moment my day could be 48h long and I cuoldn't get bored I have so much stuff to do..
take care love 🤘💖💖💖💖
Wicked!! And you're right, binge drinking is so damn boring - I used to dread people asking about my so-called hobbies because I didn't leave myself any time nor energy for that. Sobriety wins from any angle I look at it 💪💪
Thanks for sharing your story! I’m about 75 days in!
Thank you for watching my story! How scary and wonderful all at the same time! haha. Congratulations on 75 days my friend! Let's see where this magical mystery ride takes us! 🌻🌻
I quit 9 weeks ago. I suffer from an autoimmune disease that consists of chronic/idiopathic hives and angioedema. Now that I look back I really think alcohol exacerbates my symptoms. I can't believe it took decades for me to figure this out 😔
Yes it's easy to feel like so much time has been lost but theres SO much more great stuff to come! Wishing you good health for 2023! 😁
To be fair no doctor tells you about it 😘 well done on 9 weeks
Don't look at the past. It no longer exist. Commend your self where you are now . 🎉
YOU ARE SO RELATABLE AND EASY TO UNDERSTAND I CAN REALLY CONNECT WITH EVERYTHING YOUVE SAID THANKS FOR SHARING
That is awesome to hear!! Thanks so much for for tuning in! 😃
Love your videos. Been through almost everything you talk about on my own recovery journey. Glad to have found you!
Thanks so much for joining me on this rollercoaster ride! It’s a wild but worthy ride! I’ll be back shortly with some new stuff! Keep on keepin on pal!
Such a wonderful description, this feels so familiar
@@shapeshifter6800 yes! I’m so glad, relating to each other helps the healing process. Gotta walk each other home! ✨💫 Thanks pal!
Some fasting can help both your brain and liver recover. Makes you much more emotionally solid, you will feel almost like Moses on top of the mountain.
I appreciate your genuineness. I hope you continue to persevere.
That's beautiful to read - thank you! I have every intention of seeing where this journey takes me & making the most of the ride! Thanks so much for watching my story 😊😊
I'm 4 years 4 months sober and also have a channel...I was horrified by your story when you had your drink spiked...it reminded me a bit of when 3 men attacked me when I got to drunk to defend myself and was black and blue for over a week...well done..keep going your very easy to listen to ❤x
I'm sorry that happened to you and I love to hear that you've achieved so much! Congratulations and thanks for being here 😁
@@recoverywithme i just watched your latest video..I am blessed living in south Wales I am never far from the countryside..a walk outside dose wonders for your mind especially when your feeling overwhelmed with self imposed nonsense.
Great Words, Great Wisdom...I can totally relate on never knowing who I really was and dealing with childhood trauma....and long marriage break up.. Thanks for your insight x
Thank you so much Teresa! It's so brilliant being able to share stories and reflections with likeminded people isn't it! Thank you for being here and sharing your thoughts 🧡🧡
please consider The Sinclair Method. it can extinguish your craving for alcohol. with the crazy desire for alcohol gone, you can choose to stop drinking altogether or drink occasionally like other people without drinking problems
love the content! And great decision on cutting out the drink! Bravo! Keep up the good work! :_)
Awh thanks so much! & I have to agree - it's the gift that keeps on giving! ☺☺
Wow! Thanks so much Mikaela!! 💖✨🙏 I really appreciate your vulnerability in sharing your story, and there have been so many insightful little gold nuggets in your whole video, so much of which has resonated with me! I’m really struggling with my drinking a lot as of late, and have for years, but I know I am meant for greater things! And I know that my drinking is doing nothing but hindering me from accomplishing those greater things. So thank you for the tips and encouragement, I am grateful! ❤
You are actualy a very good story teller👍
Thank you for sharing.
This was wonderful. You helped me today and so many ‘YES!’ Moments.
YES YES YES!! 😃
I drunk for social anxiety reasons low self esteem low confidence I drunk just to try to have a laugh but eventually it stopped working so id drink to oblivion and blackout at some point in a night Id check out and not remember what had happened when id wake up the next day with an awful sense of dread at what had happened the night before but if I could not remember what had happened Id think it was ok until suddenly Id get flashbacks of things that happened , then there would be signs in the bedroom ripped clothes , broken cups , pee on the floor or in the bed you name it it could be there when I woke up , so I had a choice quit or keep doing destructive binge drinking and absolute disaster I have chosen sobriety for 2’8 years months now , its precious thing sobriety and unless you totally buy into it you wont stay sober , you have to see it as self preservation from a dangerous substance that has the potential to ruin your life ...
yes your words take me back to many similar scenes, something I'm sure we all have in common. It really is the most precious, important gift I have ever given myself. You are absolutely right about that 🧡
My God you poor thing we should be soul mates, love to you, peace to you, good luck to you, I've been through so much codependent I am a piece of crap shit forever almost, I'm finally getting over it
You’re so right… “it’s been a week, why can’t I be a perfect person now”!
Haha right?! I mean common!? Patience doesn't happen with sobriety either - i would pay good money for that 😂😂
The exaggerated version hit home. And the behaviours. I have struggled with self esteem all my life. Im on day 98 today and feeling better but the niggling now and again appears
I feel its all about escaping and not wanting to deal
Yes, it’s a form of survival mode when we lack the energy, support or tools to cope. Often we don’t know we even have a choice. It starts there ✨
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! I'm much like you.. since I was very young in terms of self esteem, people pleaser, the emotions...I have been working on quiting drinking do to the negative effects & also I have used it to self sooth & push down all the pain. But as we know it really does the opposite! It's so encouraging to see others such as yourself put alcohol behind them & start building a better life. The last little while I have been searching for others to watch their experiences but only a few i really connect with. With the support of your videos I'm determined to keep going & work through what I need to in order to become the person I want to be! I'm proud of your accomplishments & very much appreciate you opening up in sharing your story.
Take care for now
I just discovered your UA-cam and thank you so much!!! Your videos are so inspirational for me. I am currently struggling with alcohol, I am back on "Day 1" after 130 sober days. It has been up and down for me as I make steps on my own sober journey. I know this video is pretty old but it really spoke to me and I wanted to let you know. Thank you for what you are doing.
Yo! Thanks for checking in! That’s not 130 days wasted - that’s 130 days of amazing learning! Remember, it’s not about just the booze - that’s a detail. It’s about the self development and finding our passions, our true connections and strength in vulnerability. I’m in my third year and alcohol-free is now my default - you’ll get there too if you dig into the dirt. It feels gross until it doesn’t. If you’re staying alcohol free and you’re uncomfortable - it’s a sign you’re on the right track 😉 Pay attention to triggers, not setting boundaries, allowing anything in that isn’t supportive and positive. Change change change is goooood ✨🕺🏼
You are AMAZING Mikaela X
Oh you’re gonna make me cry!! Darn emotions are out of control these days 😂 Thank you, friend. I’m certain the same goes for you 💛
Great video im six months 🎉
Yes Kelsie!! That's wicked news! Bet you can achieve anything you set your mind to!! 🧡
Sober since 12/1/15. I sincerely wanted sobriety 100% (or else it will never happen). I was on the verge of losing everything- my health, family, career, freedom, etc. I had to get on certain medications to get through withdrawals. I love channels like yours to keep me immersed in the sober mindset. Also you’re very pleasing to the eyes so that helps too 😊 Keep up the great job here.
Such a powerful story - thank you 🙏🏼 I will be coming back soon with content that aligns more with my own break-throughs and daily life. I’ve been at odds with myself over this for a while but I’ve wanted to take the time it takes to figure out which direction to go in. Focussing on the alcohol part is not of interest to me - there are bigger things at play that I believe will be more impactful. Focussing on alcohol keeps us stagnant. I’m more interested in the why and starting to explore who we are as individuals - whilst reconnecting with community 🙌🏼✨
@@recoverywithme you’re absolutely correct. There are limitless amounts of subjects to focus on esp for self improvement. 🙌🏻
I am not a big fan of AA because of the idea of giving up control to a higher power. I don't believe in a higher power and I also feel like for me it's about regaining control of my life....and I don't like seeing myself as an alcoholic for life. Anyway, I am so glad you found what works for you and love that you mention Brene Brown's work.
I love that you've clearly had a good think about this and analysed what to take/ reject from different paths of recovery. That's something I never would have done before embarking on this journey. Self reflection?! What?! Haha - Amazing 💛
@@recoverywithme Haha I think I was always good at self reflection but just didn't have the self-regulation skills I needed so I used alcohol to self-soothe. Once I developed those skills more, I could put the reflection into actions. :)
Hello Mikaela and commenters. The things I don't like about AA is that you have to declare yourself an alcoholic no matter how long you have stopped drinking. Everyone who stops drinking aren't alcoholics. I also think their focus is too much about drinking. I prefer the 30 days alcohol free programs. I'm now on 3 days of the second month of going alcohol free. Great discussion.
That’s wonderful to hear! And yes, I share your thoughts on this. Alcohol is a coping mechanism, deep rooted in aspects that need to be addressed and set free. Whilst staying in a cycle of the mantra ‘I am an alcoholic’ those things cannot shift. The biggest focus for me has been looking at guilt, shame, trauma, anger etc. Where are they rooted, what am I holding on to? What are my belief systems and how do my thoughts maintain them? Regurgitating that we are not in control, does not serve healing - this is my view. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts - wishing you the most transformative, beautiful journey! 😊
@@recoverywithme You're welcome and thank you for this content. Although I have come of alcohol before as much as two months, I'm really trying to examine the whys and get to know myself during this break. Watching and listening to videos really make my journey enjoyable. Let me know if you have more.
Then you’re on the path that will take you to everywhere you want to go 💫 Stay curious and welcome all the emotions - proud to share the journey! My whole channel is dedicated to various aspects of healing and working through the various challenges. I’ve gone through many stages of change which are very starkly reflected in my videos haha. Stay connected! 👏🏼😊❤️
Thanks a lot for the inspiration im a week away from being 6 months sober
and this really resonates with me !
This resonates with me very deeply 😢 when i break it down the reasons why i drink, i use it to combat my low self-esteem. I dont socialise without it.
What i want to know, is it possible to have proper fun without it? Can i garner the same level of confidence?
Its scary to picture life without it as sad as that sounds
Yes you can but only after finding our real, true, honest self-esteem and quitting any shit people in our lives too. People pleasing stops now (although it takes repetitive practise). Also, resetting our dopamine levels as we’re used to getting that little high from drinking. Learning how to go out and not give a crap what people think, enjoying music etc. It’s starting from scratch in a sense because I for one never did anything sober; dating, concerts, bars, life! Now I feel bad ass for choosing myself for once. I also don’t enjoy going out as much as I thought - I’m much more creative now and when i do go out, it’s with people I actually like. Rather than a forced way to connect with the world to escape my loneliness or dark thoughts. I’m never lonely anymore because I remembered that I like myself. Dig into yourself as a kid, when did you decide you weren’t good enough? And do more of what that version of you enjoyed doing. Try new things and remember that we have one shot in this meat-suit - make the most of it my friend. We can’t change other people’s views, we can only change our own. Excited for you! 🤩
@@recoverywithmethank you for taking the time to reply to me. I guess im at that stage of being fed up not feeling comfortable in my own skin. Alcohol was my only answer to feel 'normal' around people but this gives me hope ❤
I also thought this. Im on day 98 now and just took it day by day. I managed a hen do sober and would only socialise with very closest pals and made sure did fun activities such as spa and farms. You really need a good support network around you and to keep busy I find. New hobbies are a great way to meet people as well such as an art class or exercise class
Have u ever thiught about being tested for adult ADHD ? Im still awaiting a diagnoses at 52, massive waiting list on NHS in UK...Lot of connections between priblem drinking, substance abuse, general chaos and ADHD in adults..Peopke pleasing, masking etc.. I agree with you about AA too ! Anyway great video thank you, your inspiring me !
Hey! Yes, I found out last year that I’m autistic with adhd. I have so many sensitivities I never knew how to talk about, or even suppressed. This whole journey started once I quit drinking, my biggest coping mechanism. Turns out I was doing the complete opposite of what comes naturally. People, loud spaces etc. happy to hear that you’re finding things out about yourself too! Such a gift to finally feel understood. Thanks so much for your lovely comment! 😊
@mikaelaebbesson yeah tell me about it lol..Did u go private to get diagnoses? I been waiting ages on NHS for adhx diagnoses
Thank you for sharing your story!
Thank you so much for listening! 😊
Had 14 days off drink then had couple of beers on sat for my birthday lieralky 4 then a couple on sunday (2) but im done now im 52..Dont want another ten years of it ..Even thiugh i binge one or two nights at the weekend plus holidays, vacations etc fir 35 years but im done now ..I inly drink on my birthdsy because i felt i should , like you say people pleaser .Good video this thanks , agree with a lot of what you said
I hear you! People pleasing is the hardest damn thing to quit. Maybe even harder than the drink. BUT it is possible - does mean saying no a lot more and sticking to boundaries which feels horrendous to start.. but now it feels kinda bad ass. I’m year 3 & I’m almost getting a kick out of it 😂 I still get triggered sometimes but I use it as a reminder to keep working on myself. You’ve got 52 years of experience under your belt - of all sorts of good stuff. Keep reminding yourself of that when the dark intrusive thoughts try to sneak in there. You are not your blooming thoughts, something I tell myself daily. Keep chipping away at it and tell the negative stuff to shove off 😉 you’ve got this ♥️
@mikaelaebbesson yes agreed ! I been there trystvme esp woth Rick bottom and still kept repeating it !
So much of your life I directly relate to
This might sound odd but i think that's great! This world would benefit from more of us relating to each-other I feel. Society trying to hide this stuff has not done much good for the general health & well-being of the population -thats for sure! I'm sure we all have much more in common than we realise, i take comfort in that 😊😊
Thank you for sharing!!!
Ure right...why 4:40 wouldnt we drink
Totally awesome. Thank you.
Thank you Bonnie! Sending love 🧡
Hard life reset..I like that..
if it works for my iPhone right?! haha
Love this! Love you!! 💛
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Great video. Thank you ❤
Thank you, so much! 😊💛
So true alcohol sucks , I used it first to kill pain after a break up but it helped but a few years later Things happened and I used it for coping mechanisms. I have learned not to thank you for sharing.
Just wanted to say ty
Thank you too! Connection & relating to each other is so important 😊💛
What was the podcast that you listened to ? Thanks for the video 🙏
Hey! 👋🏼 It’s the Fcking Sober Podcast - instagram.com/fckingsober90_podcast?igsh=MWo3cW80dmI5d2ZxZg==
I listened to season 1 but think there’s also a second season out now 😊🙌🏼
Wonderful, encouraging🙏🏼🇬🇧
True narration from the heart
Thank you 🤗
Fantastic video ❤ thank you for this
Thanks Ree! 🧡
Really well said - you could do well in psychology/sociology/criminology/law
Oo lala! What a fabulous comment, thank you! Should life ever present the opportunity to go back to school, I would grab it with both hands! Finally having an appetite to learn has been a breath of fresh air! Thank you so much for watching! 💐💐
Thank you
Mikaela,..I did something bad tonight. I was doing so well but I gave in because I was extremely upset. I went to visit my mom at the cemetery & then went to drink. I threw up on myself, I did not even drink that much.
You made a mistake, thats human. Just keep going. You can do it, and I know you will
Oh I'm so sorry for your pain, that sounds really tough. So yes you had a drink but it doesn't have to be painted as a negative. The 'why' makes sense, it was a moment of grief and sadness which can be totally overwhelming - so we take the learning, set up a solid plan for next time these feelings come up and we get on with our fresh new day. Be kind to yourself today as you would a close friend please - that's my only request 🌻🌻
Great work, your doing awesome 💯 I was once addicted to drugs and such and I definitely share my experiences as well on my channel. Cutting off drinking and drugs was the best decision I ever made for myself. Peace ☮️ I've cleared the energy and healed the trauma with my book how to heal trauma in 21 days indefinitely. It's free and it can help you like it helped me. You are so brave for standing up to yourself.
Any more videos planned? Was hoping you'd do a new years thing
Yo! Happy New Year pal! Finally had Wi-Fi installed in my new place so watch this space! Back in a jiffy 🙋🏼♀️
The apple and the orange discussing what the banana is doing wrong. I was like that banana. Talking to apples and oranges who did not understand when I should have been talking to other bananas. If you can't smile along the way, you've missed the whole point of the journey!
what ONE WORD would best describe the first 6 months of sobriety? 🤪
ill go first - rollercoaster! 💯
War
@@LeviSky7 Yes, have definitely felt this within myself more than anything 🧡
@@recoverywithme war makes us stronger and more capable of handling adversity, so I try to see it as a good thing. Sometimes you want to quit but when you follow through and come out on the other side, you’re far better for it than you once were.
Relief
well: quite a story...i tried to get support, but allof them turn me down...so i am DIY ingmy way to soberness
I am truly sorry to hear you were not given the support you deserve. It's a frustrating state of affairs out there. As a result, I am in the middle of writing a holistic recovery course that I have put my whole being into; a reflection of my own journey (hence why it's taken me a long time to dare to put pen to paper). Combining science with lived experience I hope it will help many & as such, I also want it to be affordable. Self-exploration (in my opinion) is truly the key to sobriety but it isn't always comfortable or easy. Many of us need a guiding hand and that's what community and humanity is for. I hope to complete it in the coming month but I'm also not setting any deadlines. Perhaps it could be an option :) In the meantime, keep learning, exploring and stay curious - you are on the right path. There are just as many open doors as there are closed ones. We just have to keep up the willingness to find them. All the best to you!! 🤗
You broke 100! Nice job. Keep Going!
Hehe! Isn't is marvellous?! Thank you for sticking around Al!! 😁 😁
Du är BÄST♥️
Hihi, tack! 🧡🧡
I used to like AA. But later I found that there was a lot of indifference in regards to trauma and mental illness. There is no one size fits all. Also, Bill W wasn't the kind of person that people in AA think he was. He was into the occult and was friends with L Ron Hubbard, the founder of Scientology. Messy!
Finding our own path of recovery that works for us as the individual, is always the best path. I absolutely agree. ☀️
I didn't appreciate the dismissive nature of some of their members. One that stands out was a good friend who laughed at me when I said I'm following a sobriety book's program calling me a dry drunk.
Huh. I'm not the one who skipped steps 8 - 9 and never paid back a large cash loan. It's no accident I refer to this person in the past tense.
I quit drinking in July I don't have problems with drinking I have high blood pressure that's why I stop for years at a time and start back here and there maybe like for the summer something like that... you're very extremely sexy🔥❤️ I saw your pic and looked into your channel... keep up the healthy lifestyle...good work ❤💯
I understand that it takes 9 days to detox from alcohol...
And a whole lot longer to emotionally detox. The alcohol itself is the first hurdle, the rest is the exciting stuff ✨
"EASY ROUTE' 🤣🤣🤣
Lol, I know right ;)
Maybe 🤔 you are now able to express yourself, without the word FUCK! Probably that was a BAR expression. Maybe not. You have a powerful platform to help the young. Just a tip.
I made a choice to speak freely and as naturally as I could possibly deliver. It won’t be for everyone and that’s okay 😊
You're beautiful young lady I wish you the best in life, do you regret the tattoos
rude
Are you happy with all your tattoos just wondering if alcohol influenced your decision to have them ?
Good question - yes I am happy with them and I don't live with much regret in general. Many of them were also done in sobriety! If anything I was definitely putting more effort into appearing 'lady like', before I quit drinking. Phew! Glad I scrapped that facade!
How old are you?
32
Made a youtube channel to quit drinking .......better keep chugging playa
Not sure what this means but it’s all good! Find what you like and scroll past the rest 😊
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