The balls , you have , to talk about your inner feelings in front of thousends , if not millions, leaves me speechless every time. The beauty lies exactly therein. You and your channel shall grow and , I have a feeling, that there's more for you, beyond youtube. One day, someone shall see, the inner beauty, the bravery, the guts it takes, to do, what you do. Students, kids in schools should learn. So much you give. That is, why I am deeply convinced, that a higher power has plans for you. I am proud, to be with you, although its just by proxy, in a digital way. A beautiful human beeing, you are. Thank you, for beeing with us.
You are such a kind human being and I appreciate this so very much! Thank you! Honestly.... I really am thankful for you being here! This is such a nice comment and I just want to thank you again from the bottom of my heart! God bless❤❤❤
@@Micru866 This is an example, how free we are, to talk that way. All this kindness, was drowned in alkohol , finally free. Sadly, I found the most genuine , intelligent people among addicts. I was ashamed, to even say the word "love" to another man. How stupid. Finally , I learned. Although, the hard way.... Much respect to you , my friends. ( Did you know, that kensington has a webcam on addicts? Watch the top ten moments of the month. Content creators earn youtube money on the lives of these poor people. No joke. This is how degenerative humans have become. Its refreshing, to be with all of you people. Thank you)
I had crippling anxiety attacks for years when working in the city. I wish I had known then what I know now: That trying to self treat anxiety with alcohol is like trying to get out of debt using payday loans. It may work for a few hours, maybe a day but it will come back and smack you in the face twice as hard tomorrow. In the end, I was getting up late, going to bed full of anxiety and lay there awake all night and then get up with no sleep. The process of going to bed was giving me anxiety because I know I wouldn't sleep. How ridiculous is that lol! All caused by alcohol! Not worth it for the ten minutes or so of feeling better it gave me. Plus it is way easier just to stop rather than tease yourself with it or try and contain it. The effort to contain it was like a full time job. Not to mention all the money you save. Bought a Steam Deck and a new watch so far. Got to reward yourselves. Thanks for all you are doing. You are saving lives mate. Good man.
This is very well said. I was stuck in that vicious cycle for a long time, and after getting out I saw all my friends in the same situation, unable and/or unwilling to get out.
There is a difference from people coping with anxiety and panic disorder , panic comes in quick and passes it more of a brain disorder than a mental health problem.. it's Apples and oranges ,anxiety is built stress and fear of the day or future last much longer, panic disorder is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain they can come out of nowhere very short very scary and intense. I have panic disorder, people ask what it feels like it feels like you are being choked or drowning, I believe I got the disorder after a medical procedure.
So many people use substances as a crutch to get a temporary relief from anxiety, only for it to return twice as bad. Please keep making videos. Having an outlet for these things is so helpful both for yourself and for those who watch them.
hangxiety was my hangover. rarely a headache, and never physically ill (ie: vomit). that feeling of opening your eyes, as you described, when a bit of consciousness arrives, but when you can't quite remember, or you just remember a bit here and a bit there, and still cannot piece the whole story together; that is frightening. i remember being so worked up, getting so worked up, i would be flying around my place, pacing, rushing, trying to remember, checking my voice mail, and hoping there would be no voicemails, as that would get me even more worked up if there were, and until i picked up any voice mails, i could not settle. i was always relieved when there were no voicemails, as that would at least fool me into believing all was good, and nothing bad had happened. and then, if the phone rang, i would be afraid to answer that. i could not win, which would kick the hangxiety back into full gear. 9 times out of 10 all was good, but there was the 1 in 10 times when it wasn't, and i had face the repercussions. my bad habit was emailing, texting, or dropping voicemails which were not of a kindly sort. today, sober, i no longer have to deal with hangxiety. and today, anxiety yes, but that comes from a sober mind, not a muddled one. challenging, but not insurmountable.
Thought I was the only one, first thing I would do in the morning was check my cloths to see if or how many times I had fallen down ,then trying to piece together everything that happened , worst fear how many poeple did I upset or insult , I had zero memory , ended up drinking alone.in my room , phone off ,
Years and years ago, when there were landlines, no voice recordings, no computers (yeah, I'm that old) a ringing telephone terrified me. What did I do last night? Did I have a car accident? (I would check my car to see if it was damaged.) How many people did I offend? When I did answer the phone, it was something like, "Man, you were really drunk last night." That didn't cure my anxiety. If I felt up to it, I would go out and have two McDonald's cheeseburgers and a carton of milk. If not, there was always the hair of the dog...
Thank you so much! It is! It's really unbelievable how fast this channel has grown over the past few months and I couldn't be happier about it! Thank you so much for being here! God blesz😊
OMG! What a horrible bunch of hospital drama. So very sorry for your pain and suffering. You are such a blessing to all of us who struggle. You, and your community are constantly in my prayers. Even going through your horrendous episode, you still took time for us. Thank you so much
I quit drinking in 2017. My mom died from type 2 diabetes. I had to order her pacemaker turned off in hospice. It really messed me up, I found keto and Dr Robert Lustigs video on sugar. I never had another drink since. I’m glad you shared your story. Scary to think what could have been. I was a very bad drunk for a decade
I'm so sorry about your mom. That's a truly awful thing that happened to you both. I hope you're doing okay now. Congratulations on 7 years of sobriety! That is amazing, and I bet your mom would be proud! 💞
Dr Lustig is very insightful on the catastrophic damages that sugar, primarily fructose can do to the human body, and the highly addictive nature of the drug that is sugar. Check out Dr. Thomad Seyfried, he's doing some cutting edge research on how sugar is the primary driver of cancer/tumor growth. If you haven't quit sugar, you will after hearing what he has to say.
Great topic this evening LD . I turned to alcohol every good and bad thing in my life for 38 years . The wheels just go round and round . Congrats to all that made it another day sobar . DL you are such a blessing , have a great evening . Thank you my friend .
I have had severe anxiety since I was a kid I’ve been diagnosed with severe anxiety with panic disorder and I have dealt with this for years and years I’m currently on a medication for it and when the panic attacks hit it’s took me years to learn how to ground myself I’ve even had to have the ambulance called over them. I’ve had this disorder as a kid as a drunk and the whole 21 years I’ve been sober and all of it stemmed from childhood trauma in all areas. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️
I am so so sorry that you have had such a hard time with anxiety. I'm sure that it has made your life so difficult. I hope that your medication is helping you, I really do. Thank you so much for always being here! I hope that your anxiety lessens for you. God bless😊
Oh yes, this video pretty much sums up my drinking life lol. I remember the horrible anxiety I would have the day after binge drinking. I felt like the whole world was crumbling around me, and I was terrified that I might have done something really stupid the night before. It is so scary not knowing what you did or said to someone when you were drunk. Just another reason why alcohol is so dangerous. You are right about the never ending cycle where you drink to lower anxiety, but it only gets worse, then you drink more and more to calm it down, and so on. In the beginning, alcohol really does help with the anxiety, but in the long-run it's probably one of the worst "tools" you can use do deal with anxiety.
So many great points. Also, people used to watch the news once a day after dinner. Now it’s nonstop doom and gloom. Like they wanted us to stay home and drink during 2020
Spot on about alcohol and anxiety. I’ve suffered with anxiety since I was a young kid and alcohol only amplifies it once you take that last swallow of the day…I look forward to your daily videos. They really help keep me on the path to sobriety. Good bless you brother!
Came across your channel about a week ago. Love listening to you. You have a calming effect. I suffer from anxiety and like many treat it w alcohol. Had melanoma last year, found out Friday I have Periodontal disease and I'm pretty sure I have early kidney disease. Getting blood work next Thursday. Anyway keep up doing what your doing. BUT don't get stressed about getting a video out or replying to every comment. I pray for you. Hang in there. The world needs you.
LD! 💚💚. Anxiety is the worst! I suffer with it and 😢sometimes panic attacks , exercise and hobbies helps me ! Great topic I know you are helping so many. Wow over 4k!!🎉 congratulations 🎉 😊
That sinking feeling the next morning where you can’t remember what’s happened the previous night .. we refer to it as ‘the beer fear’. It feels horrible, the not knowing.
Great video today! I thought I was the only one that had terrible anxiety after drinking heavy the night before. I got into a bad rut by trying to get rid of the anxiety by having a couple drinks first thing in the morning and it would start all over again. Just like a nasty cycle that you mentioned. I cant thank you enough for doing these videos. Looking forward to tomorrow's topic and video. Have a great evening!
Oh. my. goodness. I cannot mediate. I tried a guided meditation once, and it left my skin crawling. I would have lit myself in for before signing up for another session. Haha. BUT nature works for me! It's a full sensory experience, and I find myself focusing in and calming down. It also makes me feel connected and separates me from the stresses of my every day. On the topic of anxiety, I've mentioned this before, but I'm a base level of 3 already. So when I was drinking, my heart was in my throat 24/7 (except for when I was buzzed). It really did feel like life had become about surviving through the day to get back to comfort. What a nightmare! Now I'm back to good old base level 3. Haha so since everything else is in check, I'll probably consider trying on a therapist 😂🙃 Great topic! Have a great night
My anxiety is due to my kidney and now liver issues. I have to be around to take care of my husband who has Parkinson’s. I love my husband and I count myself lucky to have him to take care of. We planned to retire and travel and we may get to do it yet.
Thank you for the great information you give daily. Funny thing anxiety. I actually just had a panic attack an hour and a half ago and I haven't had one in like 8 months. I sat here and quietly started focusing on my breathing and it helped but I am still feeling shakey and weak and it wears me out. This was one of the reason I drank and the other was chronic pain but I am 5 years sober and dealing with all the effects and damage I did to my body. All we can do is take it on day at a time and one health problem at a time. Have a fantastic night my friend.
Your a good person to share this to others . I have two brothers who are alcoholics one went to rehab and still sober he's a wonderful guy love him lots always . The other is in denial period . He's abused me alot I do no contact rule with him . He's cruel and nasty to me . Others really like me and tell me always. I respect you for your words and your information you tell us your mother is a blessing to all of us I pray for you and your family. God bless you sunny ☀️😎☀️
That anxiety feeling is no joke! I thought I was going insane! and I didn’t know what was going on with me … I just knew that it never used to happen to me when I drank but now that I’m getting older and have been drinking awhile it all started hitting all at once .. felt like I was going to go insane for real ! But now I know thx bud for real.. just working on quitting for good so I can start feeling better ..
I completely understand! It really does Amp up the anxiety to extreme levels. Once I quit.... it was like someone pulled the curtains apart to a whole new world for me! Thank you! God blesz
You are so brave ❤ you help me keep going with my fibromyalgia and my mobility issues. I suffer chronic chronic pain daily and you show me i can get theough this. Thank you ❤
I think if more people understand the relationship between alcohol and anxiety it will help them make better choices around it. I know a better understanding helps me stay away from it. I just don't want to feel like that again! Thank you for doing these videos man 🙂
My anxiety of fight, flight & freeze was due to my growing up in an extremely unsafe/ abusive home. I don’t remember anything up until around 12ish? School wasn’t safe, home nope, my safe place was up in a tree by myself.
I am so sorry to hear this, Kristen!! It says a lot about you that you could have gone through so much, and still came out the other side as kind and caring as you are. As for the missing time you've experienced? I have the same issue. My siblings have had to fill in a lot of the gaps for me. Our minds do a great job of protecting us. Just thankful for the happy memories it decided to hold onto. Sending you hugs, prayers, and wishes for a great night's rest! 😊
@@MonicaVidal-qw3vhI'm so sorry for your difficult experiences in life. I hope that you've healed from them, and if not yet, then I hope you feel better soon. It can take a long time, but you've got people rooting for you here!
@@MonicaVidal-qw3vhMonica I’m so sorry it happened to you as well. I was born in 72. Idk why nor do I really bother asking why anymore. I think… will knowing the answer change my life as it is now? My answer: Nope 13yrs of trauma therapy I’m in recovery.. sober for 20+ yrs. I have cptsd and sometimes my mind gets hijacked ..makes me feel like Im right back there. I’m so sorry… Hugs and prayers you have a restful nights sleep. ❤ Kristen
@@amandaflaherty7528Hi Amanda Wow thank you for such a kind, compassionate comment. I’m honestly at a loss for words. My brother was 43 when he passed of an od. Heroin/fentanyl & crack. Alone in a hotel room. Nobody told me he had an illicit drug problem. Not his wife, Friends, it’s a big story. You are lucky your siblings could fill in some gaps for you. Our parents pitted us against eachother so he wouldn’t have been any help. He did try rehab & the shrink said that he has some major demons he’s dealing with. Idk what that meant. I wish I had known how bad it was for him. I thought I was the pain pill popper of the family. Even though he was 2yrs younger nobody was ever good enough for Jimmy. I have to thank and give all the credit to God for the strength & courage. I’m a fighter & if u tell me I can’t - I’ll show you I can. I’ve raised a fine young man with my hb of almost 23yrs. Cycle stops & ends with me. My parents aren’t all bad. I forgive them, miss them but my mental health, being a wife & mom more important. I choose me. After attending so many AA & NA mtgs I wanted to know why I was the way I am. Why did I use? I found the answer. Childhood trauma I tried to get to the root
Really great advice today, and everyday LD! I absolutely love what you have done with your life and now sharing with so many who need to be encouraged! I know i have told you before, but i am so proud of you and what you are doing for so many people! ❤ I cannot wait to see what you bring with your art work. I am totally on board with the charity also...your family is so blessed to have you, what an example! I have so much love and respect for you LD❤❤❤
Good morning to you too! Thank you so much for saying that! It's my pleasure! What part of the world are you located if you don't mind me asking? Thank you! God bless😊
@liverdisease-qb6rk no worries. I live in New Zealand. You always jave good stuff to say and very helpful. I could see you as a aa counsellor or something like that
Hey G wow I get a lot of what you're going through. Backstory is I never drank every day I could go a week or two because I had no money left. I remember feeling so good as soon as I had money I was at the liquor store then I would go on a 3-day binge. Blacking out with a big thing in the last year or two. I said before about me waking up in the hospital with a brain bleed because I fell and hit my head on the sidewalk. Falling crossing the street I couldn't even control my fall so I ended up breaking my wrist and having surgery. How crazy is all that and I couldn't stop. The blackouts are the worst I would wake up with black and blue marks on my legs and thighs don't even remember falling. Play sing drinking everyday and being a binge drinker is absolutely the same. All of it gets you in trouble. As far as anxiety being 7 weeks in. In my last reply I said I was weak. I don't even think it's about the alcohol. It's about the anxiety is so bad that the alcohol makes me feel better. I have anxiety so bad that even my heart is quivering. I tried to hold my breath to bring my heart back into a regular beat. This is nuts but thank you for keeping me sober. I used to go shopping while I was severely buzzed I spent three or four hundred dollars of stuff I didn't even need. Shopping buzz for me put me in a really bad way. Thank you G. I tried everything for anxiety and my brain is saying get a couple shots. What should I do I am weak tonight it's been raining 3 days I've been stuck in the house love you so much. Just feeling depressed😢❤
Hey jersey girl I know it seems like the only way you’ll feel better is by drinking. That’s just your mind playing games with you. You can do this…try playing some relaxing music or drinking a lot of water quick. I know how you feel it was a gloomy day in fl had a pretty shitty day but I just keep going back to the consequences of drinking. It’s just not worth it. Thank you for sharing, I can relate 💯 on how you feeling. I’m here to support, just as you sharing your struggles has helped me. I don’t feel alone and that’s everything. Tomorrow will be better…Stu strong.
@@Micru866Thank you so much for replying to my comment. Sometimes all the advice I get is not working for me I feel like I'm crazy 😧 thank God the liquor stores are closed now its 9:30 here. I am feeling like I'm falling. Sorry to sound so weak😢
@@cheryldeanley2074 of course we are here to hold each other up. You’re not weak…just keep fighting. One min, one hour, one day at a time. Trust me I know it’s hard…but you got this.
My dad lost all his fingers... Today... he said he has small feet now... I relapsed.. I feel like a failure.😢😢 Diabetes is a really subtle illness... Be safe! Tnx ❤
Thank you! And you are more than welcome! It's my pleasure! I haven't heard the final word on it yet, but seems like there is some hope! Thank you so much! I really appreciate you! God bless😊
Hang in brother. You'll be good. I have anxiety to. GAD, still have it, will always have it. I take Klonopin and Buspirone to help it. I thought Alcohol was the answer too when I was young, until it wasn't the answer, but the rather the problem.
Your video when you said you were scared and how much alcohol wasn't worth it really hit home with me and I decided I had to make the effort now to quit! 3 days later, I had a bad day at work and thought F*c# it and drank!. It sucks how easy it is to get drawn back in. You are a damn strong individual to be years clean. I hope to be as strong someday. And preferably soon.
Hey there thanks for sharing. For what it’s worth we all have those moments and relapse for some is a part of it. Just keep trying. It’s worth it and you can do it.
Anxiety reliever: Hold onto ice cubes / squeeze them over the sink. It changes your thought pattern. Trust me I get my news by looking or stepping out my backyard.
Hey! Haven't commented in awhile, but I'm still watching! Today is 30 days alcohol free for me, and I've watched your videos almost every single day. Overall I'm doing pretty well... alcohol cravings have gone down quite a bit, but I'm struggling with other vices. No substances besides caffeine, but some behaviors that I'm just not happy with plus my diet has been all over the place. But I'm not drinking which is the absolute number one priority.
Congrats on your sobriety!! I know what you mean sometimes I’ll eat carbs or sweets to replace the alcohol. But although those other vices are not good it’s still better than drinking IMO. Anyways just wanted to send a note that you’re not alone and remember to celebrate your accomplishments. It’s huge!!
Hi watching your videos from india. Love your content, i am 34 recently got dignose with fatty liver. not aware of the stage of it the report just siad fatty changes seen and liver normal in size. I was drinking heavily in my case it was beer, i started feeling discomfort in my right side of upper belly kind of dull pain and pain in my belly not that much but it was a warning sign for me now feeling brain fog and disorientated sometime i am not nauseous though. i was kind of aware of my fattly liver before my dignosis but the getting diarhea scared me very much my lft test came normal twice before dignosis i dont know but lft test is kind of usless. i was not a regular drinker. Once or twice week but the amount i used to drink was heavy.and sometime when i family is not home i used to drink whole day for 4 to 5 days. Been sober from jan 26th this year eversince my dignosis and started cycling daily and stoped consuming sugar completly. Long way to go but i am scared that it too late dont know but i am a bit sceptical.
Hey there.... don't beat your self up and you haven't disappointed anyone. Especially me. That takes so much courage to come out and admit this! You are a warrior and I am so proud of you! Dust yourself off and try again. You can do it! It's not about the bumps in the road on the way. It's about getting to your destination, things happen. I am going to say a prayer for you friend. Keep your head up. God bless
I wish I had a magic wand to take away your struggles . It is not hopeless. No shame, ok .Fortunately, you have this community to lean on. Especially LD. He is an amazing man. We are all lucky to know him. Praying for your relief.
I have anxiety now so bad I only leave the house super early or with my hubby or our 19yo. Covid made my social phobia even worse. This one might be too hard I’ll focus on the trees and if too much I know what to do I can get through it Need to be grounded first Red- U rock!
@@liverdisease-qb6rk 🥲 I hate this part. I can do it … 13yrs in trauma therapy you’d think this wouldn’t be so hard. We can run and run and run yet our fear memories are right there. I’ll watch tonight & if not tomorrow. Thanks for caring ♥️🙏🏻
The trees are always beautiful to see when our sweet LD is talking to us. Aren’t we the lucky ones to have each other now? I’m so happy I could cry. Just knowing that all of you guys are here and we are all dealing with this together. ❤
Thank you for Watching and you are so right! It is so dangerous and such a slippery slope that it can take you down. Anytime I speak to a young person, I always ask them if they drink and warn them about how dangerous it is and give them a short story about how it effected my life in such a negative way. Thank you for being here! God bless😊
Camping is a fun activity and that'd be fun for you to do your videos doing that and so on can just whip out a tent right there where you do your videos I just can't bring myself to go to the Dr. I'm glad that I'm mainly not thinking about drinking now and keep myself preoccupied, etc enough When I've had vertigo any drinking seriously aggravated it I'd feel like the entire universe on my head, entirely unpleasant. Many times I could hardly walk down the street and so on or would just stay home and get help with, AHEM, groceries, lol I've actually called the cops before after drinking to make sure I hadn't done anything wrong
Hey! That's a great idea! I love to go camping and I could definitely do that! Thank you! I'm sorry that you have been dealing with this. I know how hard that it can be to go to the Dr. It's so scary. Trust me though.... it's so much better to catch something early than too late. I completely understand why you don't want to go, I didn't go for years and really wish I would have. Thank you for being here! God bless😊
Just want to tell you Red it’s not your vid that’s the trigger. My mind likes to grab onto a word or feeling then it takes me back to a scary time. It’s never been a reflux of mine to use or relapse. It’s my brain saying “Woah get outta here .. not safe” if that makes sense. Your not the cause 👍🏻
Hey LD hope you’re having a great day. When you were describing the anxiety when driving that has been my experience to a T. 😳 And you’re right it does get better. ❤️🩹 Also avoiding triggers is best. The worst part for me is feeling so crappy the next day so dehydrated…ugh and the migraines. I really appreciate your authenticity. You rock!!!
Wow I can relate so much to the level of anxiety you had while drinking. And that anxiety you feel only gets worse the longer you drink and the more you drink until it’s full out DT mode! I drank like you. And they get bad. For anyone out there that hasn’t quite got to the amount that LD drinks stop now. I can tell you from experience it only gets worse. Also art saved my life. It’s my form of meditation! 🩷
Thank you for this! It does get so bad. You know exactly what I mean and I am so sorry that you went down that path. It makes me so sad when I think about it. It was the darkest part of my life and I know it was the same for you. The depression that comes from the knowing.... that you are powerless... powerless to it. Thank you. God bless
The balls , you have , to talk about your inner feelings in front of thousends , if not millions, leaves me speechless every time. The beauty lies exactly therein. You and your channel shall grow and , I have a feeling, that there's more for you, beyond youtube. One day, someone shall see, the inner beauty, the bravery, the guts it takes, to do, what you do. Students, kids in schools should learn. So much you give. That is, why I am deeply convinced, that a higher power has plans for you. I am proud, to be with you, although its just by proxy, in a digital way. A beautiful human beeing, you are. Thank you, for beeing with us.
You are such a kind human being and I appreciate this so very much! Thank you! Honestly.... I really am thankful for you being here! This is such a nice comment and I just want to thank you again from the bottom of my heart! God bless❤❤❤
Nicely said @glutitis. Couldn’t agree with you more!
@@Micru866 This is an example, how free we are, to talk that way. All this kindness, was drowned in alkohol , finally free. Sadly, I found the most genuine , intelligent people among addicts. I was ashamed, to even say the word "love" to another man. How stupid. Finally , I learned. Although, the hard way.... Much respect to you , my friends. ( Did you know, that kensington has a webcam on addicts? Watch the top ten moments of the month. Content creators earn youtube money on the lives of these poor people. No joke. This is how degenerative humans have become. Its refreshing, to be with all of you people. Thank you)
@@liverdisease-qb6rk Thank you, my friend
i truly believe this man has found his true purpose, and like you, i do not believe YT will be LD's only voice or platform.
Everyone should continue to say this phrase "alcohol is poison". It will reframe your mind.
So true
The worst kind of poison.
I had crippling anxiety attacks for years when working in the city. I wish I had known then what I know now: That trying to self treat anxiety with alcohol is like trying to get out of debt using payday loans. It may work for a few hours, maybe a day but it will come back and smack you in the face twice as hard tomorrow. In the end, I was getting up late, going to bed full of anxiety and lay there awake all night and then get up with no sleep. The process of going to bed was giving me anxiety because I know I wouldn't sleep. How ridiculous is that lol! All caused by alcohol! Not worth it for the ten minutes or so of feeling better it gave me. Plus it is way easier just to stop rather than tease yourself with it or try and contain it. The effort to contain it was like a full time job. Not to mention all the money you save. Bought a Steam Deck and a new watch so far. Got to reward yourselves. Thanks for all you are doing. You are saving lives mate. Good man.
Well Said!!❤
I can totally relate to this. My biggest incentive though is either eating out or buying a bougie brand of coffee without looking at the price. Haha
So true
This is very well said. I was stuck in that vicious cycle for a long time, and after getting out I saw all my friends in the same situation, unable and/or unwilling to get out.
There is a difference from people coping with anxiety and panic disorder , panic comes in quick and passes it more of a brain disorder than a mental health problem.. it's Apples and oranges ,anxiety is built stress and fear of the day or future last much longer, panic disorder is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain they can come out of nowhere very short very scary and intense. I have panic disorder, people ask what it feels like it feels like you are being choked or drowning, I believe I got the disorder after a medical procedure.
You’re helping so many people…..you are appreciated…thank you
So many people use substances as a crutch to get a temporary relief from anxiety, only for it to return twice as bad.
Please keep making videos. Having an outlet for these things is so helpful both for yourself and for those who watch them.
hangxiety was my hangover. rarely a headache, and never physically ill (ie: vomit). that feeling of opening your eyes, as you described, when a bit of consciousness arrives, but when you can't quite remember, or you just remember a bit here and a bit there, and still cannot piece the whole story together; that is frightening. i remember being so worked up, getting so worked up, i would be flying around my place, pacing, rushing, trying to remember, checking my voice mail, and hoping there would be no voicemails, as that would get me even more worked up if there were, and until i picked up any voice mails, i could not settle. i was always relieved when there were no voicemails, as that would at least fool me into believing all was good, and nothing bad had happened. and then, if the phone rang, i would be afraid to answer that. i could not win, which would kick the hangxiety back into full gear. 9 times out of 10 all was good, but there was the 1 in 10 times when it wasn't, and i had face the repercussions. my bad habit was emailing, texting, or dropping voicemails which were not of a kindly sort. today, sober, i no longer have to deal with hangxiety. and today, anxiety yes, but that comes from a sober mind, not a muddled one. challenging, but not insurmountable.
really well said brother
Thought I was the only one, first thing I would do in the morning was check my cloths to see if or how many times I had fallen down ,then trying to piece together everything that happened , worst fear how many poeple did I upset or insult , I had zero memory , ended up drinking alone.in my room , phone off ,
Years and years ago, when there were landlines, no voice recordings, no computers (yeah, I'm that old) a ringing telephone terrified me. What did I do last night? Did I have a car accident? (I would check my car to see if it was damaged.) How many people did I offend? When I did answer the phone, it was something like, "Man, you were really drunk last night." That didn't cure my anxiety. If I felt up to it, I would go out and have two McDonald's cheeseburgers and a carton of milk. If not, there was always the hair of the dog...
Your channel is growing so quickly! You must be doing something right. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️
Thank you so much! It is! It's really unbelievable how fast this channel has grown over the past few months and I couldn't be happier about it! Thank you so much for being here! God blesz😊
OMG! What a horrible bunch of hospital drama. So very sorry for your pain and suffering. You are such a blessing to all of us who struggle. You, and your community are constantly in my prayers. Even going through your horrendous episode, you still took time for us. Thank you so much
I quit drinking in 2017. My mom died from type 2 diabetes. I had to order her pacemaker turned off in hospice. It really messed me up, I found keto and Dr Robert Lustigs video on sugar. I never had another drink since. I’m glad you shared your story. Scary to think what could have been. I was a very bad drunk for a decade
I'm so sorry about your mom. That's a truly awful thing that happened to you both. I hope you're doing okay now. Congratulations on 7 years of sobriety! That is amazing, and I bet your mom would be proud! 💞
Dr Lustig is very insightful on the catastrophic damages that sugar, primarily fructose can do to the human body, and the highly addictive nature of the drug that is sugar. Check out Dr. Thomad Seyfried, he's doing some cutting edge research on how sugar is the primary driver of cancer/tumor growth. If you haven't quit sugar, you will after hearing what he has to say.
Great topic this evening LD . I turned to alcohol every good and bad thing in my life for 38 years . The wheels just go round and round . Congrats to all that made it another day sobar . DL you are such a blessing , have a great evening . Thank you my friend .
I have had severe anxiety since I was a kid I’ve been diagnosed with severe anxiety with panic disorder and I have dealt with this for years and years I’m currently on a medication for it and when the panic attacks hit it’s took me years to learn how to ground myself I’ve even had to have the ambulance called over them. I’ve had this disorder as a kid as a drunk and the whole 21 years I’ve been sober and all of it stemmed from childhood trauma in all areas. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️
I am so so sorry that you have had such a hard time with anxiety. I'm sure that it has made your life so difficult. I hope that your medication is helping you, I really do. Thank you so much for always being here! I hope that your anxiety lessens for you. God bless😊
You aren’t alone… working on grounding me to watch this one.
I too have had this probably since before 5yo my doc says. Idk ♥️ for u
@@liverdisease-qb6rk TY ❤️
@@Kristen10-22 🙏🏻🙏🏻 TY ❤️
Man that sounds so tough. Sending you so much good juju and tons of warm wishes.
Oh yes, this video pretty much sums up my drinking life lol. I remember the horrible anxiety I would have the day after binge drinking. I felt like the whole world was crumbling around me, and I was terrified that I might have done something really stupid the night before. It is so scary not knowing what you did or said to someone when you were drunk. Just another reason why alcohol is so dangerous. You are right about the never ending cycle where you drink to lower anxiety, but it only gets worse, then you drink more and more to calm it down, and so on. In the beginning, alcohol really does help with the anxiety, but in the long-run it's probably one of the worst "tools" you can use do deal with anxiety.
Wow! This is summed up so well and so well written! Very well done! Thank you so much! God bless 😊
So many great points. Also, people used to watch the news once a day after dinner. Now it’s nonstop doom and gloom. Like they wanted us to stay home and drink during 2020
I was anxious and checked in and saw you video and I’m A okay now Thanks!
Spot on about alcohol and anxiety. I’ve suffered with anxiety since I was a young kid and alcohol only amplifies it once you take that last swallow of the day…I look forward to your daily videos. They really help keep me on the path to sobriety. Good bless you brother!
Pray the Rosary. Works a treat for anxiety.
Came across your channel about a week ago. Love listening to you. You have a calming effect. I suffer from anxiety and like many treat it w alcohol. Had melanoma last year, found out Friday I have Periodontal disease and I'm pretty sure I have early kidney disease. Getting blood work next Thursday.
Anyway keep up doing what your doing. BUT don't get stressed about getting a video out or replying to every comment. I pray for you. Hang in there. The world needs you.
Wishing you the best Todd! I hope all goes well with your blood work.
@@amandaflaherty7528 thank you.
LD! 💚💚. Anxiety is the worst! I suffer with it and 😢sometimes panic attacks , exercise and hobbies helps me ! Great topic I know you are helping so many. Wow over 4k!!🎉 congratulations 🎉 😊
That sinking feeling the next morning where you can’t remember what’s happened the previous night .. we refer to it as ‘the beer fear’. It feels horrible, the not knowing.
Great video today! I thought I was the only one that had terrible anxiety after drinking heavy the night before. I got into a bad rut by trying to get rid of the anxiety by having a couple drinks first thing in the morning and it would start all over again. Just like a nasty cycle that you mentioned. I cant thank you enough for doing these videos. Looking forward to tomorrow's topic and video. Have a great evening!
Oh. my. goodness. I cannot mediate. I tried a guided meditation once, and it left my skin crawling. I would have lit myself in for before signing up for another session. Haha. BUT nature works for me! It's a full sensory experience, and I find myself focusing in and calming down. It also makes me feel connected and separates me from the stresses of my every day.
On the topic of anxiety, I've mentioned this before, but I'm a base level of 3 already. So when I was drinking, my heart was in my throat 24/7 (except for when I was buzzed). It really did feel like life had become about surviving through the day to get back to comfort. What a nightmare!
Now I'm back to good old base level 3. Haha so since everything else is in check, I'll probably consider trying on a therapist 😂🙃
Great topic! Have a great night
My anxiety is due to my kidney and now liver issues. I have to be around to take care of my husband who has Parkinson’s. I love my husband and I count myself lucky to have him to take care of. We planned to retire and travel and we may get to do it yet.
Thank you for the video!💞 I’ve started sharing your videos. Your channel will help many many people. You are a very brave and inspirational person!!💞
Great utube. I can identify with your story on anxiety and using alcohol.
Thank you for the great information you give daily. Funny thing anxiety. I actually just had a panic attack an hour and a half ago and I haven't had one in like 8 months. I sat here and quietly started focusing on my breathing and it helped but I am still feeling shakey and weak and it wears me out. This was one of the reason I drank and the other was chronic pain but I am 5 years sober and dealing with all the effects and damage I did to my body. All we can do is take it on day at a time and one health problem at a time. Have a fantastic night my friend.
Thank you so much for discussing yet another important topic. God bless!
Your a good person to share this to others . I have two brothers who are alcoholics one went to rehab and still sober he's a wonderful guy love him lots always . The other is in denial period . He's abused me alot I do no contact rule with him . He's cruel and nasty to me . Others really like me and tell me always. I respect you for your words and your information you tell us your mother is a blessing to all of us I pray for you and your family. God bless you sunny ☀️😎☀️
I can see why you'd get worked up over the procedure. Wishing you all the best!
That anxiety feeling is no joke! I thought I was going insane! and I didn’t know what was going on with me … I just knew that it never used to happen to me when I drank but now that I’m getting older and have been drinking awhile it all started hitting all at once .. felt like I was going to go insane for real ! But now I know thx bud for real.. just working on quitting for good so I can start feeling better ..
I completely understand! It really does Amp up the anxiety to extreme levels. Once I quit.... it was like someone pulled the curtains apart to a whole new world for me! Thank you! God blesz
You are so brave ❤ you help me keep going with my fibromyalgia and my mobility issues. I suffer chronic chronic pain daily and you show me i can get theough this. Thank you ❤
Excellent video! There are different stress relievers for different people. Not one thing works for everyone. Gotta find what works for wonderful you!
Exactly! Thank you so much!!! God bless ❤
Thank you for the health update info! I appreciate your informative videos. Thoughts and prayers🙏
Thank you for sharing and you made some very valid points!!
I think if more people understand the relationship between alcohol and anxiety it will help them make better choices around it. I know a better understanding helps me stay away from it. I just don't want to feel like that again! Thank you for doing these videos man 🙂
You are so right and thank you so much for all the kind words. God bless😊
Love you, your videos are sooo relatable. You are spot on♥️ thank you and God bless you.
Your videos help me so much! Thanks Man!
Thank you!!! You are so welcome! God bless
My anxiety of fight, flight & freeze was due to my growing up in an extremely unsafe/ abusive home. I don’t remember anything up until around 12ish? School wasn’t safe, home nope, my safe place was up in a tree by myself.
😢 me too
I am so sorry to hear this, Kristen!! It says a lot about you that you could have gone through so much, and still came out the other side as kind and caring as you are.
As for the missing time you've experienced? I have the same issue. My siblings have had to fill in a lot of the gaps for me. Our minds do a great job of protecting us. Just thankful for the happy memories it decided to hold onto.
Sending you hugs, prayers, and wishes for a great night's rest! 😊
@@MonicaVidal-qw3vhI'm so sorry for your difficult experiences in life. I hope that you've healed from them, and if not yet, then I hope you feel better soon. It can take a long time, but you've got people rooting for you here!
@@MonicaVidal-qw3vhMonica I’m so sorry it happened to you as well.
I was born in 72. Idk why nor do I really bother asking why anymore.
I think… will knowing the answer change my life as it is now? My answer: Nope
13yrs of trauma therapy
I’m in recovery.. sober for 20+ yrs. I have cptsd and sometimes my mind gets hijacked ..makes me feel like Im right back there.
I’m so sorry…
Hugs and prayers you have a restful nights sleep.
❤ Kristen
@@amandaflaherty7528Hi Amanda
Wow thank you for such a kind, compassionate comment.
I’m honestly at a loss for words.
My brother was 43 when he passed of an od.
Heroin/fentanyl & crack.
Alone in a hotel room.
Nobody told me he had an illicit drug problem.
Not his wife,
Friends, it’s a big story.
You are lucky your siblings could fill in some gaps for you.
Our parents pitted us against eachother so he wouldn’t have been any help. He did try rehab & the shrink said that he has some major demons he’s dealing with. Idk what that meant.
I wish I had known how bad it was for him.
I thought I was the pain pill popper of the family.
Even though he was 2yrs younger nobody was ever good enough for Jimmy.
I have to thank and give all the credit to God for the strength & courage.
I’m a fighter & if u tell me I can’t - I’ll show you I can.
I’ve raised a fine young man with my hb of almost 23yrs.
Cycle stops & ends with me.
My parents aren’t all bad.
I forgive them, miss them but my mental health, being a wife & mom more important. I choose me.
After attending so many AA & NA mtgs I wanted to know why I was the way I am. Why did I use?
I found the answer.
Childhood trauma
I tried to get to the root
Wow, what a procedure! Sounds like a heavy surgery to deal with. I've never heard of that. I hope it works for you!
Really great advice today, and everyday LD! I absolutely love what you have done with your life and now sharing with so many who need to be encouraged! I know i have told you before, but i am so proud of you and what you are doing for so many people! ❤
I cannot wait to see what you bring with your art work. I am totally on board with the charity also...your family is so blessed to have you, what an example! I have so much love and respect for you LD❤❤❤
Thank you so much for this! It is my pleasure to do so. I am honored to have you here with me! God bless 😊
I'm here to stay...
I’m here for the “Long Haul”
Good morning. Its 7th here . Always nice when i see you have added a video
Good morning to you too! Thank you so much for saying that! It's my pleasure! What part of the world are you located if you don't mind me asking? Thank you! God bless😊
@liverdisease-qb6rk no worries. I live in New Zealand. You always jave good stuff to say and very helpful. I could see you as a aa counsellor or something like that
@@colinnzHe’d make an excellent counselor. Very knowledgeable and excellent communication skills!❤
I’m so happy to have found you.
Hey G wow I get a lot of what you're going through. Backstory is I never drank every day I could go a week or two because I had no money left. I remember feeling so good as soon as I had money I was at the liquor store then I would go on a 3-day binge. Blacking out with a big thing in the last year or two. I said before about me waking up in the hospital with a brain bleed because I fell and hit my head on the sidewalk. Falling crossing the street I couldn't even control my fall so I ended up breaking my wrist and having surgery. How crazy is all that and I couldn't stop. The blackouts are the worst I would wake up with black and blue marks on my legs and thighs don't even remember falling. Play sing drinking everyday and being a binge drinker is absolutely the same. All of it gets you in trouble. As far as anxiety being 7 weeks in. In my last reply I said I was weak. I don't even think it's about the alcohol. It's about the anxiety is so bad that the alcohol makes me feel better. I have anxiety so bad that even my heart is quivering. I tried to hold my breath to bring my heart back into a regular beat. This is nuts but thank you for keeping me sober. I used to go shopping while I was severely buzzed I spent three or four hundred dollars of stuff I didn't even need. Shopping buzz for me put me in a really bad way. Thank you G. I tried everything for anxiety and my brain is saying get a couple shots. What should I do I am weak tonight it's been raining 3 days I've been stuck in the house love you so much. Just feeling depressed😢❤
Hey jersey girl I know it seems like the only way you’ll feel better is by drinking. That’s just your mind playing games with you. You can do this…try playing some relaxing music or drinking a lot of water quick. I know how you feel it was a gloomy day in fl had a pretty shitty day but I just keep going back to the consequences of drinking. It’s just not worth it. Thank you for sharing, I can relate 💯 on how you feeling. I’m here to support, just as you sharing your struggles has helped me. I don’t feel alone and that’s everything. Tomorrow will be better…Stu strong.
Ride it out. Drink water fast while standing up when you feel the anxiety coming up. Make sure your blood pressure isn't high.
@@Micru866Thank you so much for replying to my comment. Sometimes all the advice I get is not working for me I feel like I'm crazy 😧 thank God the liquor stores are closed now its 9:30 here. I am feeling like I'm falling. Sorry to sound so weak😢
@@cheryldeanley2074 of course we are here to hold each other up. You’re not weak…just keep fighting. One min, one hour, one day at a time. Trust me I know it’s hard…but you got this.
@@cheryldeanley2074and don’t beat yourself up. These feelings will pass. It really will…just keep moving forward. Any day without alcohol is a win.
My dad lost all his fingers...
Today... he said he has small feet now...
I relapsed..
I feel like a failure.😢😢
Diabetes is a really subtle illness...
Be safe!
Tnx ❤
Recently came across your channel. Great information and insight! I’m really hoping I quit drinking before any bad, lasting damage.
What about Panic Attacks? I had those too. Horrible!
Thanks again Chef for the great information & the video. Good news about your daughter’s car. 🚘 that it might not have to be totaled…
Thank you! And you are more than welcome! It's my pleasure! I haven't heard the final word on it yet, but seems like there is some hope! Thank you so much! I really appreciate you! God bless😊
Hang in brother. You'll be good. I have anxiety to. GAD, still have it, will always have it. I take Klonopin and Buspirone to help it. I thought Alcohol was the answer too when I was young, until it wasn't the answer, but the rather the problem.
Been using it for 5 years as a anxiety and sleep aid 😢
Your video when you said you were scared and how much alcohol wasn't worth it really hit home with me and I decided I had to make the effort now to quit! 3 days later, I had a bad day at work and thought F*c# it and drank!. It sucks how easy it is to get drawn back in. You are a damn strong individual to be years clean. I hope to be as strong someday. And preferably soon.
Hey there thanks for sharing. For what it’s worth we all have those moments and relapse for some is a part of it. Just keep trying. It’s worth it and you can do it.
There is good meditation music you can find on UA-cam that really helps calm you.
Anxiety reliever:
Hold onto ice cubes / squeeze them over the sink.
It changes your thought pattern. Trust me
I get my news by looking or stepping out my backyard.
After all these procedures how do they treat pain with cirrhosis’?
OMG me too!! The trouble is Alcohol is so readily available and so often used in the TV shows this normalises this dangerous drug xxx😊
I had anxiety big time! Alcohol would make it go away, but then the next day it would be back. I tapered off of alcohol 25 years ago. Thank God!
Woah wee!! Congratulations 🎊
Awesomeness!!
Hey! Haven't commented in awhile, but I'm still watching! Today is 30 days alcohol free for me, and I've watched your videos almost every single day. Overall I'm doing pretty well... alcohol cravings have gone down quite a bit, but I'm struggling with other vices. No substances besides caffeine, but some behaviors that I'm just not happy with plus my diet has been all over the place. But I'm not drinking which is the absolute number one priority.
Congrats on your sobriety!! I know what you mean sometimes I’ll eat carbs or sweets to replace the alcohol. But although those other vices are not good it’s still better than drinking IMO. Anyways just wanted to send a note that you’re not alone and remember to celebrate your accomplishments. It’s huge!!
Hi watching your videos from india. Love your content, i am 34 recently got dignose with fatty liver. not aware of the stage of it the report just siad fatty changes seen and liver normal in size. I was drinking heavily in my case it was beer, i started feeling discomfort in my right side of upper belly kind of dull pain and pain in my belly not that much but it was a warning sign for me now feeling brain fog and disorientated sometime i am not nauseous though. i was kind of aware of my fattly liver before my dignosis but the getting diarhea scared me very much my lft test came normal twice before dignosis i dont know but lft test is kind of usless. i was not a regular drinker. Once or twice week but the amount i used to drink was heavy.and sometime when i family is not home i used to drink whole day for 4 to 5 days. Been sober from jan 26th this year eversince my dignosis and started cycling daily and stoped consuming sugar completly. Long way to go but i am scared that it too late dont know but i am a bit sceptical.
Was your pain below the armpit on the right side I’m getting a dull pain there. And did it go away?
I have fallen badly and I’m ashamed and hopeless. I’m sorry to disappoint
Hey there.... don't beat your self up and you haven't disappointed anyone. Especially me. That takes so much courage to come out and admit this! You are a warrior and I am so proud of you! Dust yourself off and try again. You can do it! It's not about the bumps in the road on the way. It's about getting to your destination, things happen. I am going to say a prayer for you friend. Keep your head up. God bless
@@liverdisease-qb6rk Thank you my brother you don’t understand how much it means to be. God bless 🙏🏽
@@paradigm5084 you are welcome..... God bless you
I wish I had a magic wand to take away your struggles . It is not hopeless. No shame, ok .Fortunately, you have this community to lean on. Especially LD. He is an amazing man. We are all lucky to know him. Praying for your relief.
Hangziety can be crippling!
Literally!!!! Thank you! God bless
6:23.. too much Red
I’ll b back later .. time to work on grounding me
I’m ok swear
14:54 i've never heard about this gaba interaction, im guessing there is a research paper you are referencing ?
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC165791/
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC165791/
Yep GABA.. can’t wait to watch
Hey LD there’s a troll on here. Just an fyi. Hope you and the rest of the LD Community has a fantastic day!
I have anxiety now so bad I only leave the house super early or with my hubby or our 19yo. Covid made my social phobia even worse.
This one might be too hard
I’ll focus on the trees and if too much I know what to do
I can get through it
Need to be grounded first
Red- U rock!
Hey Kristen! Don't watch it please if it's a trigger for you! Please don't! You can watch tomorrow and I will completely understand! God bless
@@liverdisease-qb6rk 🥲 I hate this part. I can do it … 13yrs in trauma therapy you’d think this wouldn’t be so hard. We can run and run and run yet our fear memories are right there.
I’ll watch tonight & if not tomorrow.
Thanks for caring ♥️🙏🏻
The trees are always beautiful to see when our sweet LD is talking to us. Aren’t we the lucky ones to have each other now? I’m so happy I could cry. Just knowing that all of you guys are here and we are all dealing with this together. ❤
IT IS a DEPRESSIVE drug, teach the Young people that it is dangerous, so they dont end up drinking their brains off like us.
Thank you for Watching and you are so right! It is so dangerous and such a slippery slope that it can take you down. Anytime I speak to a young person, I always ask them if they drink and warn them about how dangerous it is and give them a short story about how it effected my life in such a negative way. Thank you for being here! God bless😊
Camping is a fun activity and that'd be fun for you to do your videos doing that and so on can just whip out a tent right there where you do your videos
I just can't bring myself to go to the Dr. I'm glad that I'm mainly not thinking about drinking now and keep myself preoccupied, etc enough
When I've had vertigo any drinking seriously aggravated it I'd feel like the entire universe on my head, entirely unpleasant. Many times I could hardly walk down the street and so on or would just stay home and get help with, AHEM, groceries, lol
I've actually called the cops before after drinking to make sure I hadn't done anything wrong
Hey! That's a great idea! I love to go camping and I could definitely do that! Thank you! I'm sorry that you have been dealing with this. I know how hard that it can be to go to the Dr. It's so scary. Trust me though.... it's so much better to catch something early than too late. I completely understand why you don't want to go, I didn't go for years and really wish I would have. Thank you for being here! God bless😊
👍 😊
Just want to tell you Red it’s not your vid that’s the trigger. My mind likes to grab onto a word or feeling then it takes me back to a scary time. It’s never been a reflux of mine to use or relapse. It’s my brain saying
“Woah get outta here .. not safe” if that makes sense.
Your not the cause 👍🏻
Why not just remove your pancreas and live with DM?
Thought i was the only one , this all sounds very very familiar ,
Hey LD hope you’re having a great day. When you were describing the anxiety when driving that has been my experience to a T. 😳 And you’re right it does get better. ❤️🩹 Also avoiding triggers is best. The worst part for me is feeling so crappy the next day so dehydrated…ugh and the migraines. I really appreciate your authenticity. You rock!!!
Wow I can relate so much to the level of anxiety you had while drinking. And that anxiety you feel only gets worse the longer you drink and the more you drink until it’s full out DT mode! I drank like you. And they get bad. For anyone out there that hasn’t quite got to the amount that LD drinks stop now. I can tell you from experience it only gets worse. Also art saved my life. It’s my form of meditation! 🩷
Thank you for this! It does get so bad. You know exactly what I mean and I am so sorry that you went down that path. It makes me so sad when I think about it. It was the darkest part of my life and I know it was the same for you. The depression that comes from the knowing.... that you are powerless... powerless to it. Thank you. God bless
@@liverdisease-qb6rk love the shirts btw!! 👚 👕 🤩 🔥