Man, don’t drink. You’ll regret it after the first sip. We are all here for you dude, you’ve come so far and done so well. Brotha. Just know that urge is just another feeling that will too pass, everything is temporary. Suffering and joy and in between. Just let today pass and tomorrow will be a new day.❤
Repeated actions wear grooves in your brain. The anger/booze/anger/booze cycle is a very deep rut that is easy for your thoughts to fall into. The sober groove is newer and more shallow. The best case scenario is that the sober groove becomes wider and deeper while the booze path gets overgrown with grass from lack of foot traffic.
Nobody is going to jump on you for this, we all have our moments. If your wife stuck by your side at your worst she will now too. Ask forgiveness and move forward. You can do this. Drinking won’t help the situation. Your family loves you and you help so many people. It’s ok to fall apart sometimes. But drinking isn’t going to be the answer you’re looking for. Money comes and goes but family is everything. You can get past this, you’ve done way harder things. Remember where you were, work through the hard times sober can be hard. But we all believe in you! Sending you so much love. Thanks for coming at us with this honesty because we all struggle like this too. ❤
Your honesty is SO appreciated. I wish I had your confidence and could talk so honestly and openly, with the knowledge that your friends here on this channel will be here to support you as you support us. I hope getting that off your chest with us also got it off your mind as well. You're absolutely right that we all have difficult days and underlying insecurities that trigger us. You're super strong in avoiding the temptation to drink. After all you've been through, it's amazing that your mind still goes there. Alcohol is such a cunning devilish force. Take care, and please accept this bit of bread that you've definitely earned! If it makes you feel better...at the rate your channel is growing, you'll likely be making just as much if not more than your wife again soon. You're contributing a ton after going through such a difficult few years. Love, Kathy
Thank you so much kathy!!!! I really do appreciate you! If there is one thing that I am passionate about is this and being 100 percent honest with you all about how I am feeling. I want people to know that I have these feelings sometimes and it's ok. It's what we do when they come up that matters. Thank you again, you are so awesome!!!!! Hope you are having a wonderful weekend! God bless❤❤❤❤❤
That was me Friday. Just didn't want to come home. Wanted to see people at my old bar. I know they are there. Just get drunk & sleep out at a motel. I too have done this many times before. I didn't do it. Grateful I didn't but sure had to stop my thoughts. I found something else to do Friday. I went home & was quiet in my room. Dug out paints & canvas. My favorite food I too should not consume but it helped. I put on my comfort pajamas & rested. Thank goodness. Saturday I woke up early felt great. No hangover was the best. No money out on booze & room. No damage. No regrets. But yes it's a challenge to just stop. I'm 18 months sober & fighting for 19.
Really appreciate the honestly in this one man. If it's any comfort, no matter who or what is bringing in the money, relationships will always ebb and flow, and ultimately always be changing and evolving. It's a hard adjustment going from the leader to something a bit different, but don't forget you can still be a leader in other ways until your able to start working more or whatever you decide to do.
My dear friend...do you not realize that your mission is saving lives? Look at how many subscribers you have...each is struggling, as you are. What you say is heightened by our knowledge that you're in this mess, too! You are undoing the harm and replacing it with the promise of a better future. Your brutal honesty is so important, and we are humbled by your courage and decency. You went from having a job to having a calling...you can't put a price on that. You are so admired and respected...you have a purpose on this planet, love.
Pooping your pants while puking - one of life’s peak experiences! You’re so brave and selfless to share these things, and if anyone jumps on you for this, they’ll have to answer to me (big tough grandma).
I can appreciate the level of honesty. Much of what keeps us in addiction is denying our past and keeping the past in the past. Thank you for your vulnerability! You're amazing!
Hey LD! You hit the nail on the head when you said you're only human. So is your wife, so are your kids. Relationships of every nature will always hit conflict because of exactly the reason you started. We are all unique individuals with our own perceptions and experiences. We can't be perfect in our every interaction, and our differences are wonderful and keep things intersting. Haha also, I really know how stressful financial strain can be. My friend, i work multiple jobs just to keep my head above water. Budget is my middle name. I'm sorry for your stress with your budget change. It takes a minute to get used to. Also, I'm sorry if the role reversal is uncomfortable, but I look at a marraige really as a team between yourself and your other half. Teammates don't always see eye to eye btw, but they don't hesitate to help out when help is needed. You may feel that you have an assigned role, but if it's your turn to catch the ball, then as a partner in a marriage, you catch that ball! Your relationship with your wife is solid. Just continue to grow and use the tools you've gained over time! Practice makes perfect. I'm very sorry today triggered you. I am so proud of you for abstaining. YOU'VE. GOT. THIS. Stay strong and feel better! ❤😊❤😊❤
Your vulnerability is what made this channel great from the start. Whether your honesty comes from a high place or a low place, it will be equally as helpful and entertaining. Keep it up!
It’s so important to feel your feeling and even more important to become aware of triggers and negative patterns. Great insight. Thats real growth. ❤ ❤
No relationship is perfect. Two imperfect people getting into the sacred bond of marriage for a lifetime is a major responsibility that will have it's ups and downs for sure. Long suffering is really difficult. Love conquers all things. Love never fails. I struggle as well and have a short fuse as well. That huge pill to swallow aka "pride" is a tough one. But I often end up with my foot in my mouth. I'm thankful for my wife nonetheless. Without her I don't know where I would have been as a recovering alcoholic brother. Hang in there brother it will get better my friend.
I'm so sorry you're feeling like this today! Proud of you for not drinking though. That's why alcohol is so addictive,we know it will change how we feel " immediately". Unfortunately, everything else about it is ,the chaos it causes to our health and to our lives just isn't worth it. I understand how hard it must be to accept the role change with your wife wife as to regards being the breadwinner of the family, but take time to reflect on the positives. I bet your children will forever remember these times with you. Having you pick them up from school and hanging out with a sober dad. Plus you have 13.3K of people following you... that's all those people you are helping... That's huge! Be very proud of how far you've come. It's not only about money in life. You're making a difference to so many people! Much love and strength. ❤️
I am happy that you can come on here and talk to us when you are having a day like you had today. I am also happy that you stayed strong, but I get it how hard it can be especially when having an argument with a significant other. I hope that you have a better day tomorrow!
Thanks so much for sharing this. It sounds like you used drinking as a type of anger management and now you have to figure out a different way. Just try to remember that, drinking = death. God bless and keep you.
Hey Brother, a couple of days ago, I thought I was going to drink, mouthwash even. I felt that intense addict part of me getting angry and wanting to desperately put the fire out! 🍷🍸 3 years sober, and this was really the first time I felt that. The other day, I could tell you were struggling, so i expected to hear this. But guess what? YOU didn't ❤❤
EmRozey!!! 1st of all, your name's different!! Hahah love it. Secondly, Congratulations on saying no and making it through the craving!! 🎉🎊🎉🎊 you should be so proud of yourself, and I'm proud of you! ❤😊
@amandaflaherty7528 Hey Sweetie! So nice to see you. Yes, I changed the name, and it is easier to understand ..lol Thank you for your kind words, and I hope you are wonderful. Always♥️🥰
Addiction is cunning, baffling, and powerful. It will always tempt you, no matter how long you go without. Just know that it will never solve anything. You don't have to do it, and that's the blessing.
It’s crazy, isn’t it? When we are feeling down or angry or ashamed or frustrated or any of those bad feelings, it’s almost as if we want to punish ourselves more. To just continue the bad and do even more harm to ourselves by drinking or some other form of harmful self medication. Life is hard, LD. You did well. 👍 I truly appreciate you sharing with all of us. It shows your strength, not weakness. ❤️
This was one of the most honest episodes. From your previous videos, I always thought you gained the superhuman ability of standing above all thoughts of ever again picking up a drink. That made it a little hard for me to relate to you - but today’s video transformed you into someone relatable to me. Thank you!
Thank you Peter! I am a human being and an alcoholic. I still have those thoughts from time to time. I just don't talk about it every time. Today, I felt that I needed to share. God bless❤❤❤❤
Stay strong young man. You have worked so hard on sobriety and will continue to get healthier and able to do more. You look so much healthier and I am so very impressed by you. The time you are spending with your kids now...cannot replace that. Sending love and hugs from a Nana. ❤
Extremely hard to rewire our brains. The easy out is drinking… that is what makes this sooo hard. Brain wants to numb those emotions and it knows what will do that easily. Fight against it… for you.
Thank you for sharing your struggle, too. It helps your listeners to hear this and know they're not alone. Kudos to you for separating yourself from the situation and, also, for not letting yourself go anymore. Takes strength and discipline. You're doing the right thing... You've been through so much and can really help so many people who are in bad shape and need someone to understand. You've "been there done that" and are like the canary in the coal mine, as it were. 🐋🍀🥀🐝🌵🐠🌴
Hey LD. I’m glad you were strong to not drink today. I’m glad you came here to talk about it. It’s not easy to admit it out loud to your viewers. Give yourself credit. You overcame the urge and that I’d huge. I’m happy for you. Tomorrow’s another day my friend. Sending big hugs and love always 💚💚💚🤟🤟
Thank you so much for sharing this difficult situation! I can totally relate about getting so upset about the issues that we have a lot of ego over. And when I get really upset, my addiction wants to step in and “solve” the problem. It does help to talk it out and see how it really is just a normal issue everyone has. Glad you didn’t drink over it!!
You are human. We all disappoint the people we love sometimes, and they disappoint us. We just work through it. You are truly brave and inspiring. I’ve had a rough month and your videos have helped me through it.
LD, I'd never judge you for being so honest with us. Thank God you didn't give in to that demon on your shoulder. You're so much stronger than that substance. Both you and your family are so deserving of your sobriety. So much love we have for you......A man's identity is so intertwined with being the provider and it can be the most devastating aspect for him to admit that it may be gone, at least temporarily. Don't be too hard on yourself, most men really struggle when this happens to them. I think it speaks volumes to how serious you take your roll of being a father and a husband.
The devil attacks our thoughts, emotions then has us believe everything negative. I can tell you he’s dropped 2 thoughts in my mind that I was so afraid of I knew it wasn’t my thought. After I thought what I did I almost puked I was so disgusted. Im sorry LD I think the enemy knows exactly when to strike .
Really feel for you! Relationship dynamics can trigger emotional overwhelm, and it’s completely valid to feel the way you do. We’ve all been there. Maybe reach out to a close friend or consider counselling, you’re only human. You’ve got this LD! 🙏❤️
Please don't drink. You are a great influence man and we all love you for what you do on this channel and way beyond that. You have become the friend that I have always needed that last year and still are. The only reason I drink brother is because of money and it will eat you alive, but I believe things will get better soon.
It most be so tough when your brain is trying to kill you! Dealing with emotions is the toughest part of all recovery/ addiction. No judgement here LD❤! We love you & understand how hard it is when trying to stay sober especially with all of the health struggles you been through.
I’m proud of you for being able to talk about such raw feelings. Good for you for sitting down with the camera instead of drinking. You’ve worked so hard, gone through so much to get to where you are now. Be proud of yourself, man! Don’t drink. Keep on opening up. You’re doing great. You can do it! You are doing it!!. We care for you!! ❤️🇨🇦
Thanks for trusting yourself enough to take a time out from your anger today AND for sharing your truth with us! Bottom line is, you didn't drink and even if you had, I wouldn't have judged you. I would have been sad it it harmed you enough to take your life. But you rose above the temptation to drink and kicked your pride to the curb! Good for you, LD! Never forget we're all in recovery together, and that it's OK for you to need our support ❤️. As for you and your wife, this will all blow over. My prayers 🙏 always and love ❤️
Im an insomniac and use booze for sleep and it dosent even work anymore. I and am thinking about a detox center after an ambulance visit and being told I'll not be able to do this for very much longer with out permanent consequence. Im glad I found your channel.
@@tomifost same here tomifost .. I have to stop that crap I rather loose some sleep ..I’m in my late fifties and my poor health is catching up with me.. Be strong and stay healthy!!!
Hey tom. Thank you for being so open and honest. I'm so glad that you are here. Looking forward to talking to you more in tgw future. keep me posted on how you are doing my friend. I am praying for you! God bless❤❤❤❤
You're NOT alone in your feelings. You're NOT alone in relationship problems, most of all You're NOT alone in this FIGHT. Have you ever considered becoming an addiction therapist?
Of course you're going to think about drinking...you are an alcoholic! You didn't drink and that's what is important, and it means that you're doing something right. I believe one thing that protects you from that first drink is your sharing your story with us. Your story helps others stay sober. As the saying goes; you get to keep what you give. Thank you
Ask the Lord to help you, we all have the flesh to deal with and in the flesh the first place we want to go or do is self destructive, none of us are immune
I totally feel for you, you are a very strong person. I don’t have that strength so I gave my life to Jesus and he helps me through my toughest times. I wanted to drink so bad today too, for no reason. I prayed and gave it to god and the desire went away. There is power in prayer. God bless you, and your in my prayers
Your humility is so inspiring. Don’t do it. Bad days pass. You are giving your family the best gift, having a present father and husband. My husband was alcoholic, I quit drinking 7 years before his death. He would drink every time when angry. I was the one that drove off to hotels. It was so horrible. After years of the same old pattern I gave him another ultimatum and he killed himself. Our daughter and I found him. I know alcoholism is such a suffering but never give up giving especially your children the gift of this time with you!! Drinking is a scary unknown. God bless. You’re in my prayers!!
Hey jeam. I am so very sorry for your loss. That's horrible that you both found him. I am so, so sorry. May your husband rest in peace. Thank you so much for sharing. People need to hear this. God bless❤❤❤❤
Glad you stayed strong and abstained. Marriages are never perfect, especially when your both having to endure role reversal (happened to me after our son was born, but in our case the marriage didn't survive). It didn't end particularly well for either of us, we're both successful in our careers but I ended up entirely on my own and he's married to a woman that bullies him. So thank your lucky stars, it could be a lot worse.
Don’t do it or you will regret it after you take that first drink !! We are all behind you 100% stay strong …. Just Rember your wife is going through that stuff with you she will be your best support , we all make mistakes that’s a given I’m sure everyone wants the best for your family.. we are all going through something in life , wishing everyone good health and happiness❤
Your honesty and bravery sharing these stories is incredible, and I appreciate it so much. You're absolutely right, sometimes when your day isn't going the way you hoped you just need to feel the negative emotion and not resist it or try to fix it, just let it be. By letting it be and not obsessing or adding substances to the mix the strong emotions will fade away on their own in due time.
Thank you for sharing your feelings, it’s so insightful hearing your reasons behind it all. It makes total sense and I’m glad you processed that for yourself. Keep it up
Dear LD, I really admire your capacity for self-reflection!! It must be tough to switch roles in your household-no longer the breadwinner. Yet you're now the parent who has more time to be with your kids. That has its own huge advantages for you to enjoy. In any case, it's great you let the thoughts of drinking wash over you and didn't give in to them. I hope today's victory will make the next time easier. I hope tomorrow is a bright new day and Monday brings a good health report!!! 😊❤😊❤
Thank you so much Kathryn! You are right, i get to spend a lot of time with my kids now and I love it. I really appreciate your understanding ! Fingers are crossed for tomorrow! Thank you! God bless❤❤❤❤
I know the focus of your channel is alcohol and liver disease but it's been said that every man has his thing, some addiction, some secret thing...and how it calls to us stronger on some days than others. The struggle is real. God through Christ is my strength in all this.
The worst injuries are self-inflicted because if you’re like me, you obsess over why you did it and wish you could change the past. But there’s no putting it behind you because the past is present and encouraging words won’t make it better. The only thing you can do is try to find some happiness amid a gloomy situation. Oh and hope that these videos keep making you a little scratch.
Too many things , worries, ..etc. so i try to focus on my well being, what i put into my ears, brain, mouth. Positive things that nourish, and adds nourishment, health, happiness, inside. My body, brain , was going downhill fast at one point. Just one bad news after another, early alzheimer's, cirrhosis, osteoporosis, high cholesterol, high blood pressure. I changed the food i ate, quit drinking, walk everyday, changed to look at the Positive vs the negative, now things are improving. Bloodwork normalizing, no cravings, memory, mood improving, family happier to be around me ❤❤❤❤
LD I appreciate your honesty so much and your vulnerability. Thank you for being so real woth is. We love you. You will wake up proud of yourself for staying sober and being victorious over the old habits and difficult emotions.
We are all only human LD and just for a while today you thought about drinking but the best part of you told your brain no way am I going back to that life style again it ruined my family and me and my wife have come threw a lot from I stop drinking so you can go back inside and apologise to your family for your outburst and just keep your head up and move forward 🙏🙏🙏prayers for good results from your CT scans,
LD, thank you for today’s video, You are starting to feel like an old friend. I sure hope the rest of your weekend will be nice, too. Your friend, Kara. ☘️
Experiencing the emotions that come up, good or bad is glorious. You are alive, you are sober, you are human. You are gonna be okay Bro. I love you man.
Tytyty so much for sharing . The struggle is real. For u to be so honest will help those that feel those feelings. I'm recovered alcoholic 12 years and remember those feelings still today ❤
LD, you shouldn't worry about sharing this at all! We all have bad days, and as addicts, they seem to be amplified times 100! Any person with many years of sobriety has faced these feelings and temptations, time and time again. You did exactly what you were supposed to do in this situation. You removed yourself from the negativity before it completely took over, and worked thru the menacing thoughts. The best medicine for this is sharing with others who can relate, and thank God for this community. Also, I think we all have poop stories. That happened to me 20 years ago in front of some guy friends. It wasn't the end of the world, but still shameful and embarassing. Anger is one of those things I continue to struggle with, and sometimes I want to just run away and isolate, but I will usually turn to some yoga or cooking. I'm sure your family is proud of you for working thru this, and staying sober. At the end of the day, you stayed sober, and your body will thank you. Keep sharing the stories that many are too afraid to talk about!
You're a human being...nail on the head...life is not easy...we are all flawed...my husband and I had a bad argument re finances for the first time in years, I have changed the last five years and becoming more meticulous and he is more laid back re finances anyways I feel ya...from a different point of view but I understand nonetheless...I love and admire your vulnerability and honesty and self reflection. Wow you're an inspiration in so many ways that I'm pretty sure you don't realize. You are a good human being and you are loved❤
Thank you so very much Joseph! I greatly appreciate your support my friend! I really didn't want to make this video, but i decided that it was important to talk about what was going through my mind. I hope that your weekend is going excellent my friend!!!! Thank you again! God bless😊😊😊❤❤
Hey Ld, just catching up..I'm struggling too..sometimes my partner don't see eye to eye..but i always say to myself..don't let your emotions rule over you, don't let them make you screw up..I'm glad that you were able to cool off and stay sober..don't let the sun go down on your anger..as always God Bless!
Thank you for your vulnerability and sharing it! I do not have an addiction but my husband is in recovery, 7 years. Your videos help me in so many life ways. Your videos also help me to have a better understanding of how strong the pull to drink or drug is. Thank you for your videos and I’m glad you didn’t drink today
Hey G. So sad your having a rough day. We all have them. Tomorrow the sun will shine! Thank you as usual for a honest and raw video. Your thoughts and cravings are validated. No judgement here. Sounds like getting angry is a strong trigger for you. I know you are a very private family person. You gave us a peak inside your world, and it meant so much. I love you, we love you! ❤❤❤
Hey jersey girl!!!! Thank you so much for not judging me and being my friend! I really do appreciate you!!! Hope you are having a great weekend and got to see doobie! God bless ❤❤❤❤
You’re doing great on admitting that the Ego is being dismantled in your life. I say this because I’ve taught it long enough to understand that it’s happening to you at this time because of your status and time on Earth. I say this as a 49 year old that discovered I had Parkinson’s disease in my 30’s so the first thing God sent me was a book by ‘Eckhart Tolle’ called “Finding your life’s Purpose”.. The Ego is the first thing I faced.. “Pride” we often call it in Society, however I’ve witnessed people close to passing at the ages of Elderly still show signs of Ego destruction. To be “Humbled” is one of Gods messages. As a Man the Financial aspect of life is tough to swallow, I’ve ended up homeless before and questioned my faith real quick but I’m still here. I also struggle with my Liver as I am 15 years sober this coming Thanksgiving, but my damage is still relevant in my daily life. 🙏🏼 God bless you and thank you so much for every video you post!
Its so amazing that you are so gut level honest and up front about sensitive issues. Who of us hasn't gotten over the top angry? A lot of men know how you feel. I know how you feel. (Single mom for 28 years now). No judgement from here LD! Im struggling too for similar reasons. Ron had terrible anger issues and could be violent at times. This is just a verse from the bible. Proverbs 16:18. Just for sake of knowlege...not to preach or judge. We still love you to the max! 18 Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.
My husband can bring out some negative emotions in me over money. I understand, I am doing better with it nowadays. I'm glad for the support on your channel.
Hi Im an alcoholic who found your Chanel maybe one year ago and I have been drinking heavily many days a week for 10 years. Once I was sober for three and a half years but three years ago I relapsed by tricking myself to think just this one euphoric time, but it's been going on 4-7 days a week for three years and I still relapse constantly and it sucks. watching your videos makes me want to quit drinking even more. I can't imagine the regret and sadness I would have felt if l would have gotten severely sick from alcohol and I know that it might happen sooner or later if I keep drinking. Right now I woke up after 6 days of heavy drinking and I will make a new attempt to stay sober starting from today. God bless you and I hope you will feel better.
Hey there Rickard. Thank you for sharing! I hope that you can do it my friend! I know it's tough, but it's worth it! Keep me posted on how you are doing please. God bless ❤❤❤
You’re doing great! Being a mom isn’t only physically draining it’s more emotionally. Constant worry.. idk it’s a “mom thing” older kids bigger consequences. We share the same “at home” role. Tons of guilt.. feeling like I don’t do enough. I get it then doing too much to where I’m not nice because I’m tired, body aches
Many many thanks brother for taking time to share your thoughts and emotions, I really hoped it was therapeutic for you to do so, hard though it seemed to be, I can only speak for myself but listening to you always has a positive effect on me, so again, thanks.
I been wanting to run away to lately. Same thoughts. Its a fight for sure. I've gotten over the cravings, and sometimes these thoughts pop up. Well I guess we won today!!
This is so tough for us. The redefining of masculinity from what we have been taught. The provider and protector. I feel the real definition is to turn up, see those emotions and see that we are more than them. Remember we stopped growing when we started drinking. We didn't learn how to regulate those emotions. So it's totally understandable that right now you don't have all the tools to deal with what comes up. Give yourself time and space. It's ok to not be ok. Stay strong Brother.
To come on here and be totally honest with your emotions and give us all a look in to your life is totally inspirational. Keep doing what you do LD and please just keep being yourself 👍
Omg, LD, the things I did when I was angry. I was either drunk or I’d get drunk. I got lucky and didn’t cause too much trouble. This will pass LD. Anger. It’s deadly.
Man, don’t drink. You’ll regret it after the first sip. We are all here for you dude, you’ve come so far and done so well. Brotha. Just know that urge is just another feeling that will too pass, everything is temporary. Suffering and joy and in between. Just let today pass and tomorrow will be a new day.❤
@@Aeoniik true that
1 day at a time.
You are allowed to have thoughts, but just don't act on them. Thoughts are just thoughts, so don't beat yourself up over them.
Repeated actions wear grooves in your brain. The anger/booze/anger/booze cycle is a very deep rut that is easy for your thoughts to fall into.
The sober groove is newer and more shallow.
The best case scenario is that the sober groove becomes wider and deeper while the booze path gets overgrown with grass from lack of foot traffic.
Nice analogy!!
@@kathrynminnick8986 I'm glad that you liked it. I liked it when I heard someone else state the concept in an article I read.
Love this
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@@liverdisease-qb6rk I'm glad you liked that mental concept. I have found it very useful. It's time to make the sober path the deeper, wider path.
We adore you LD, we are all rallying behind you in this tough time. Xxx
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Nobody is going to jump on you for this, we all have our moments. If your wife stuck by your side at your worst she will now too. Ask forgiveness and move forward. You can do this. Drinking won’t help the situation. Your family loves you and you help so many people. It’s ok to fall apart sometimes. But drinking isn’t going to be the answer you’re looking for. Money comes and goes but family is everything. You can get past this, you’ve done way harder things. Remember where you were, work through the hard times sober can be hard. But we all believe in you! Sending you so much love. Thanks for coming at us with this honesty because we all struggle like this too. ❤
Your honesty is SO appreciated. I wish I had your confidence and could talk so honestly and openly, with the knowledge that your friends here on this channel will be here to support you as you support us.
I hope getting that off your chest with us also got it off your mind as well. You're absolutely right that we all have difficult days and underlying insecurities that trigger us. You're super strong in avoiding the temptation to drink.
After all you've been through, it's amazing that your mind still goes there. Alcohol is such a cunning devilish force.
Take care, and please accept this bit of bread that you've definitely earned! If it makes you feel better...at the rate your channel is growing, you'll likely be making just as much if not more than your wife again soon. You're contributing a ton after going through such a difficult few years. Love, Kathy
Thank you so much kathy!!!! I really do appreciate you! If there is one thing that I am passionate about is this and being 100 percent honest with you all about how I am feeling. I want people to know that I have these feelings sometimes and it's ok. It's what we do when they come up that matters. Thank you again, you are so awesome!!!!! Hope you are having a wonderful weekend! God bless❤❤❤❤❤
That was me Friday. Just didn't want to come home. Wanted to see people at my old bar. I know they are there. Just get drunk & sleep out at a motel. I too have done this many times before. I didn't do it. Grateful I didn't but sure had to stop my thoughts. I found something else to do Friday. I went home & was quiet in my room. Dug out paints & canvas. My favorite food I too should not consume but it helped. I put on my comfort pajamas & rested. Thank goodness. Saturday I woke up early felt great. No hangover was the best. No money out on booze & room. No damage. No regrets. But yes it's a challenge to just stop. I'm 18 months sober & fighting for 19.
Alcoholism is truly cunning, and tries to breach every defense. It’s beyond awful. I’ve been there ❤ This too shall pass.
YOU ARE SO STRONG!!! YOU CAN DO IT!!!! DO IT LD! I believe in you! ❤️
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Thank you for sharing. Hope tomorrow is a good day.
Thank you Kelly! So good to see you!!!! God bless❤❤❤❤
Really appreciate the honestly in this one man. If it's any comfort, no matter who or what is bringing in the money, relationships will always ebb and flow, and ultimately always be changing and evolving. It's a hard adjustment going from the leader to something a bit different, but don't forget you can still be a leader in other ways until your able to start working more or whatever you decide to do.
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I'm glad you came here and let it all out to get everything off your chest. I'm glad you didn't run away and go on a drinking binge.
You give us all hope young man. If you talking has stopped the drink today then you let rip darlin x
My dear friend...do you not realize that your mission is saving lives? Look at how many subscribers you have...each is struggling, as you are. What you say is heightened by our knowledge that you're in this mess, too! You are undoing the harm and replacing it with the promise of a better future. Your brutal honesty is so important, and we are humbled by your courage and decency. You went from having a job to having a calling...you can't put a price on that. You are so admired and respected...you have a purpose on this planet, love.
Love this comment so much. ❤️
You made me cry because its so true, he saved my life. 9 months sober because of him
Pooping your pants while puking - one of life’s peak experiences! You’re so brave and selfless to share these things, and if anyone jumps on you for this, they’ll have to answer to me (big tough grandma).
Joan, I adore this comment!
LD, we know what it’s like and have all been there. There is no judgement from us.
I can appreciate the level of honesty. Much of what keeps us in addiction is denying our past and keeping the past in the past. Thank you for your vulnerability! You're amazing!
And this grandma will help you, Lol 😂
Ugh, LOVE this, Joan!!
Put me on the fierce grandma list. I can pitch an oxygen tank like none other!
Hey LD! You hit the nail on the head when you said you're only human. So is your wife, so are your kids. Relationships of every nature will always hit conflict because of exactly the reason you started. We are all unique individuals with our own perceptions and experiences. We can't be perfect in our every interaction, and our differences are wonderful and keep things intersting. Haha also, I really know how stressful financial strain can be. My friend, i work multiple jobs just to keep my head above water. Budget is my middle name. I'm sorry for your stress with your budget change. It takes a minute to get used to. Also, I'm sorry if the role reversal is uncomfortable, but I look at a marraige really as a team between yourself and your other half. Teammates don't always see eye to eye btw, but they don't hesitate to help out when help is needed. You may feel that you have an assigned role, but if it's your turn to catch the ball, then as a partner in a marriage, you catch that ball! Your relationship with your wife is solid. Just continue to grow and use the tools you've gained over time! Practice makes perfect. I'm very sorry today triggered you. I am so proud of you for abstaining. YOU'VE. GOT. THIS. Stay strong and feel better! ❤😊❤😊❤
@@amandaflaherty7528 what an encouraging word.
Thank you so much Amanda! It was just a tough day, but today is much better! Thank you for always being here for me! God bless❤❤❤❤❤
@liverdisease-qb6rk so glad to hear that, LD!! 😁❤️
@amandaflaherty7528 ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Your vulnerability is what made this channel great from the start. Whether your honesty comes from a high place or a low place, it will be equally as helpful and entertaining. Keep it up!
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It’s so important to feel your feeling and even more important to become aware of triggers and negative patterns. Great insight. Thats real growth. ❤ ❤
Thank you!!!!! God bless❤❤❤❤
❤ let it out anytime. The community you built is there 4 u man.
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No relationship is perfect. Two imperfect people getting into the sacred bond of marriage for a lifetime is a major responsibility that will have it's ups and downs for sure. Long suffering is really difficult. Love conquers all things. Love never fails. I struggle as well and have a short fuse as well. That huge pill to swallow aka "pride" is a tough one. But I often end up with my foot in my mouth. I'm thankful for my wife nonetheless. Without her I don't know where I would have been as a recovering alcoholic brother. Hang in there brother it will get better my friend.
I'm so sorry you're feeling like this today! Proud of you for not drinking though. That's why alcohol is so addictive,we know it will change how we feel " immediately". Unfortunately, everything else about it is ,the chaos it causes to our health and to our lives just isn't worth it. I understand how hard it must be to accept the role change with your wife wife as to regards being the breadwinner of the family, but take time to reflect on the positives. I bet your children will forever remember these times with you. Having you pick them up from school and hanging out with a sober dad. Plus you have 13.3K of people following you... that's all those people you are helping... That's huge! Be very proud of how far you've come. It's not only about money in life. You're making a difference to so many people! Much love and strength. ❤️
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I am happy that you can come on here and talk to us when you are having a day like you had today. I am also happy that you stayed strong, but I get it how hard it can be especially when having an argument with a significant other. I hope that you have a better day tomorrow!
Thank you so much angie! Always nice to see you! God bless❤❤❤❤
Thanks so much for sharing this. It sounds like you used drinking as a type of anger management and now you have to figure out a different way. Just try to remember that, drinking = death. God bless and keep you.
Hey Brother, a couple of days ago, I thought I was going to drink, mouthwash even. I felt that intense addict part of me getting angry and wanting to desperately put the fire out! 🍷🍸
3 years sober, and this was really the first time I felt that.
The other day, I could tell you were struggling, so i expected to hear this. But guess what? YOU didn't ❤❤
EmRozey!!! 1st of all, your name's different!! Hahah love it. Secondly, Congratulations on saying no and making it through the craving!! 🎉🎊🎉🎊 you should be so proud of yourself, and I'm proud of you! ❤😊
I did that. Mouthwash was horrible.
@amandaflaherty7528 Hey Sweetie! So nice to see you. Yes, I changed the name, and it is easier to understand ..lol
Thank you for your kind words, and I hope you are wonderful. Always♥️🥰
@EmRozey123 that's cool! I'm good, and it's nice to see you, too 😁 I hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend!
@@EmRozey123 Good for you!! Congrats!!!
I'm extremely happy you didn't drink today LD..Anger always caused me to relaspe unfortunately..
Addiction is cunning, baffling, and powerful. It will always tempt you, no matter how long you go without. Just know that it will never solve anything. You don't have to do it, and that's the blessing.
It’s crazy, isn’t it? When we are feeling down or angry or ashamed or frustrated or any of those bad feelings, it’s almost as if we want to punish ourselves more. To just continue the bad and do even more harm to ourselves by drinking or some other form of harmful self medication. Life is hard, LD. You did well. 👍 I truly appreciate you sharing with all of us. It shows your strength, not weakness. ❤️
This was one of the most honest episodes. From your previous videos, I always thought you gained the superhuman ability of standing above all thoughts of ever again picking up a drink. That made it a little hard for me to relate to you - but today’s video transformed you into someone relatable to me. Thank you!
No one ever gets there. From what I've seen. It's just that you don't . That's all that matters .
Thank you Peter! I am a human being and an alcoholic. I still have those thoughts from time to time. I just don't talk about it every time. Today, I felt that I needed to share. God bless❤❤❤❤
Stay strong young man. You have worked so hard on sobriety and will continue to get healthier and able to do more. You look so much healthier and I am so very impressed by you. The time you are spending with your kids now...cannot replace that. Sending love and hugs from a Nana. ❤
Extremely hard to rewire our brains. The easy out is drinking… that is what makes this sooo hard. Brain wants to numb those emotions and it knows what will do that easily. Fight against it… for you.
Wishing you peace of mind..
Thank you for sharing your struggle, too. It helps your listeners to hear this and know they're not alone. Kudos to you for separating yourself from the situation and, also, for not letting yourself go anymore. Takes strength and discipline. You're doing the right thing... You've been through so much and can really help so many people who are in bad shape and need someone to understand. You've "been there done that" and are like the canary in the coal mine, as it were. 🐋🍀🥀🐝🌵🐠🌴
Hey LD. I’m glad you were strong to not drink today. I’m glad you came here to talk about it. It’s not easy to admit it out loud to your viewers. Give yourself credit. You overcame the urge and that I’d huge. I’m happy for you. Tomorrow’s another day my friend. Sending big hugs and love always 💚💚💚🤟🤟
Hey mona!!!! Thank you so much for always being here!!!!! I really do appreciate your friendship! Thank you! God bless❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you so much for sharing this difficult situation! I can totally relate about getting so upset about the issues that we have a lot of ego over. And when I get really upset, my addiction wants to step in and “solve” the problem. It does help to talk it out and see how it really is just a normal issue everyone has. Glad you didn’t drink over it!!
You are human. We all disappoint the people we love sometimes, and they disappoint us. We just work through it. You are truly brave and inspiring. I’ve had a rough month and your videos have helped me through it.
I feel for u man. U got this. Thank u for sharing, it helps us all. And I’m glad we can all be there supporting u once in awhile
LD, I'd never judge you for being so honest with us. Thank God you didn't give in to that demon on your shoulder. You're so much stronger than that substance. Both you and your family are so deserving of your sobriety. So much love we have for you......A man's identity is so intertwined with being the provider and it can be the most devastating aspect for him to admit that it may be gone, at least temporarily. Don't be too hard on yourself, most men really struggle when this happens to them. I think it speaks volumes to how serious you take your roll of being a father and a husband.
Thank you so much for not judging me rita!!!! I really do appreciate you! God bless❤❤❤❤
The devil attacks our thoughts, emotions then has us believe everything negative. I can tell you he’s dropped 2 thoughts in my mind that I was so afraid of I knew it wasn’t my thought. After I thought what I did I almost puked I was so disgusted.
Im sorry LD I think the enemy knows exactly when to strike .
Really feel for you! Relationship dynamics can trigger emotional overwhelm, and it’s completely valid to feel the way you do. We’ve all been there. Maybe reach out to a close friend or consider counselling, you’re only human. You’ve got this LD! 🙏❤️
It’s devastating when we find out we still react in the same ole wrong ways. It will happen; but You overcame it today!!! 🎉🎉🤗 🎉🎉
Praise God!!!
@@Laura-hk4th Amen Laura
LD, take one day at a time. You have come so far and don't let it go. Life will always throw us setbacks and we just have to deal. God Bless !
Please don't drink. You are a great influence man and we all love you for what you do on this channel and way beyond that. You have become the friend that I have always needed that last year and still are. The only reason I drink brother is because of money and it will eat you alive, but I believe things will get better soon.
It most be so tough when your brain is trying to kill you! Dealing with emotions is the toughest part of all recovery/ addiction. No judgement here LD❤! We love you & understand how hard it is when trying to stay sober especially with all of the health struggles you been through.
I’m proud of you for being able to talk about such raw feelings. Good for you for sitting down with the camera instead of drinking. You’ve worked so hard, gone through so much to get to where you are now. Be proud of yourself, man! Don’t drink. Keep on opening up. You’re doing great. You can do it! You are doing it!!. We care for you!! ❤️🇨🇦
Thanks for trusting yourself enough to take a time out from your anger today AND for sharing your truth with us! Bottom line is, you didn't drink and even if you had, I wouldn't have judged you. I would have been sad it it harmed you enough to take your life. But you rose above the temptation to drink and kicked your pride to the curb! Good for you, LD! Never forget we're all in recovery together, and that it's OK for you to need our support ❤️. As for you and your wife, this will all blow over. My prayers 🙏 always and love ❤️
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Thanks for sharing, and don't ever feel bad for your feelings. We all have downer days. Tomorrow will be better❤
You keep going what you're doing sir.
We all appreciate it and it's changes lives.
You're providing valuable insights.
Thanks 24:09
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Im an insomniac and use booze for sleep and it dosent even work anymore. I and am thinking about a detox center after an ambulance visit and being told I'll not be able to do this for very much longer with out permanent consequence. Im glad I found your channel.
@@tomifost same here tomifost .. I have to stop that crap I rather loose some sleep ..I’m in my late fifties and my poor health is catching up with me..
Be strong and stay healthy!!!
Hey tom. Thank you for being so open and honest. I'm so glad that you are here. Looking forward to talking to you more in tgw future. keep me posted on how you are doing my friend. I am praying for you! God bless❤❤❤❤
You're NOT alone in your feelings. You're NOT alone in relationship problems, most of all You're NOT alone in this FIGHT.
Have you ever considered becoming an addiction therapist?
Hey littlesherm! Thank you for sharing that with me! I start therapy on the 3rd of December. We will see how this goes. God bless❤❤❤❤
Of course you're going to think about drinking...you are an alcoholic! You didn't drink and that's what is important, and it means that you're doing something right. I believe one thing that protects you from that first drink is your sharing your story with us. Your story helps others stay sober. As the saying goes; you get to keep what you give. Thank you
Ask the Lord to help you, we all have the flesh to deal with and in the flesh the first place we want to go or do is self destructive, none of us are immune
I totally feel for you, you are a very strong person. I don’t have that strength so I gave my life to Jesus and he helps me through my toughest times. I wanted to drink so bad today too, for no reason. I prayed and gave it to god and the desire went away. There is power in prayer. God bless you, and your in my prayers
@@dennismickelson7324 So True!!! I have been Praying everyday morning and night. God Bless You Dennis
IT'S OK, PRAY ON IT🙏🙏🙏🙏
Your humility is so inspiring. Don’t do it. Bad days pass. You are giving your family the best gift, having a present father and husband. My husband was alcoholic, I quit drinking 7 years before his death. He would drink every time when angry. I was the one that drove off to hotels. It was so horrible. After years of the same old pattern I gave him another ultimatum and he killed himself. Our daughter and I found him. I know alcoholism is such a suffering but never give up giving especially your children the gift of this time with you!! Drinking is a scary unknown. God bless. You’re in my prayers!!
Sorry you and your daughter had such an awful experience. I hope you have somehow found peace. 🙏🙏🙏
@@jeam1 So sorry for your lost
Hey jeam. I am so very sorry for your loss. That's horrible that you both found him. I am so, so sorry. May your husband rest in peace. Thank you so much for sharing. People need to hear this. God bless❤❤❤❤
Glad you stayed strong and abstained. Marriages are never perfect, especially when your both having to endure role reversal (happened to me after our son was born, but in our case the marriage didn't survive). It didn't end particularly well for either of us, we're both successful in our careers but I ended up entirely on my own and he's married to a woman that bullies him. So thank your lucky stars, it could be a lot worse.
Don’t do it or you will regret it after you take that first drink !! We are all behind you 100% stay strong …. Just Rember your wife is going through that stuff with you she will be your best support , we all make mistakes that’s a given I’m sure everyone wants the best for your family.. we are all going through something in life , wishing everyone good health and happiness❤
I’ve had the feeling of wanting to run away many many times. Dude… all the time. You’re not alone with this stuff.
Thank you for sharing that tjs! I know that i am not alone! God bless ❤❤❤❤
Your honesty and bravery sharing these stories is incredible, and I appreciate it so much. You're absolutely right, sometimes when your day isn't going the way you hoped you just need to feel the negative emotion and not resist it or try to fix it, just let it be. By letting it be and not obsessing or adding substances to the mix the strong emotions will fade away on their own in due time.
You got this
Keep your head up! Get busy doing something else and it will pass.
Thank you for sharing your feelings, it’s so insightful hearing your reasons behind it all. It makes total sense and I’m glad you processed that for yourself. Keep it up
Dear LD, I really admire your capacity for self-reflection!! It must be tough to switch roles in your household-no longer the breadwinner. Yet you're now the parent who has more time to be with your kids. That has its own huge advantages for you to enjoy. In any case, it's great you let the thoughts of drinking wash over you and didn't give in to them. I hope today's victory will make the next time easier. I hope tomorrow is a bright new day and Monday brings a good health report!!! 😊❤😊❤
Thank you so much Kathryn! You are right, i get to spend a lot of time with my kids now and I love it. I really appreciate your understanding ! Fingers are crossed for tomorrow! Thank you! God bless❤❤❤❤
Thank you. 🙏. I’m so proud of you for not drinking today. This gives me hope. ❤❤❤
You've got this, bayoujd!! I don't know you, but it says so much about what you want for yourself that you're here. I believe in you! ❤😊
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Life is a struggle. Keep going friend...
I know the focus of your channel is alcohol and liver disease but it's been said that every man has his thing, some addiction, some secret thing...and how it calls to us stronger on some days than others. The struggle is real. God through Christ is my strength in all this.
The worst injuries are self-inflicted because if you’re like me, you obsess over why you did it and wish you could change the past. But there’s no putting it behind you because the past is present and encouraging words won’t make it better. The only thing you can do is try to find some happiness amid a gloomy situation. Oh and hope that these videos keep making you a little scratch.
You got this!❤
God bless you man!
Too many things , worries, ..etc. so i try to focus on my well being, what i put into my ears, brain, mouth. Positive things that nourish, and adds nourishment, health, happiness, inside. My body, brain , was going downhill fast at one point. Just one bad news after another, early alzheimer's, cirrhosis, osteoporosis, high cholesterol, high blood pressure. I changed the food i ate, quit drinking, walk everyday, changed to look at the Positive vs the negative, now things are improving. Bloodwork normalizing, no cravings, memory, mood improving, family happier to be around me ❤❤❤❤
LD I appreciate your honesty so much and your vulnerability. Thank you for being so real woth is. We love you. You will wake up proud of yourself for staying sober and being victorious over the old habits and difficult emotions.
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We are all only human LD and just for a while today you thought about drinking but the best part of you told your brain no way am I going back to that life style again it ruined my family and me and my wife have come threw a lot from I stop drinking so you can go back inside and apologise to your family for your outburst and just keep your head up and move forward 🙏🙏🙏prayers for good results from your CT scans,
LD, thank you for today’s video, You are starting to feel like an old friend. I sure hope the rest of your weekend will be nice, too.
Your friend, Kara. ☘️
Thank you kara!!!!+❤❤❤❤❤
Experiencing the emotions that come up, good or bad is glorious. You are alive, you are sober, you are human. You are gonna be okay Bro. I love you man.
Tytyty so much for sharing . The struggle is real. For u to be so honest will help those that feel those feelings. I'm recovered alcoholic 12 years and remember those feelings still today ❤
LD, you shouldn't worry about sharing this at all! We all have bad days, and as addicts, they seem to be amplified times 100! Any person with many years of sobriety has faced these feelings and temptations, time and time again. You did exactly what you were supposed to do in this situation. You removed yourself from the negativity before it completely took over, and worked thru the menacing thoughts. The best medicine for this is sharing with others who can relate, and thank God for this community. Also, I think we all have poop stories. That happened to me 20 years ago in front of some guy friends. It wasn't the end of the world, but still shameful and embarassing. Anger is one of those things I continue to struggle with, and sometimes I want to just run away and isolate, but I will usually turn to some yoga or cooking. I'm sure your family is proud of you for working thru this, and staying sober. At the end of the day, you stayed sober, and your body will thank you. Keep sharing the stories that many are too afraid to talk about!
You're a human being...nail on the head...life is not easy...we are all flawed...my husband and I had a bad argument re finances for the first time in years, I have changed the last five years and becoming more meticulous and he is more laid back re finances anyways I feel ya...from a different point of view but I understand nonetheless...I love and admire your vulnerability and honesty and self reflection. Wow you're an inspiration in so many ways that I'm pretty sure you don't realize. You are a good human being and you are loved❤
We support you!
Thank you so very much Joseph! I greatly appreciate your support my friend! I really didn't want to make this video, but i decided that it was important to talk about what was going through my mind. I hope that your weekend is going excellent my friend!!!! Thank you again! God bless😊😊😊❤❤
Pride gets the better of all of us.
Marriages are difficult. Always keep it real and accept ownership of insecurities. Its so hard to not drink when the going get tough! Stay strong!
Feel for ya bud, and have had these thoughts as well. Especially when angry.
Hey Ld, just catching up..I'm struggling too..sometimes my partner don't see eye to eye..but i always say to myself..don't let your emotions rule over you, don't let them make you screw up..I'm glad that you were able to cool off and stay sober..don't let the sun go down on your anger..as always God Bless!
Hey Yvonne! I'm sorry that you are struggling too. I hope that today is a new day! God bless❤❤❤❤
Thank you for your vulnerability and sharing it! I do not have an addiction but my husband is in recovery, 7 years. Your videos help me in so many life ways. Your videos also help me to have a better understanding of how strong the pull to drink or drug is. Thank you for your videos and I’m glad you didn’t drink today
Hey G. So sad your having a rough day. We all have them. Tomorrow the sun will shine! Thank you as usual for a honest and raw video. Your thoughts and cravings are validated. No judgement here. Sounds like getting angry is a strong trigger for you. I know you are a very private family person. You gave us a peak inside your world, and it meant so much. I love you, we love you! ❤❤❤
Hey jersey girl!!!! Thank you so much for not judging me and being my friend! I really do appreciate you!!! Hope you are having a great weekend and got to see doobie! God bless ❤❤❤❤
You’re making the best decisions LD. Much love from all of us! ❤
Don’t drink! You will get through this. Think about your lovely kids and grown up daughter.
Hey….. you are human…. and courageously honest❤
You’re doing great on admitting that the Ego is being dismantled in your life. I say this because I’ve taught it long enough to understand that it’s happening to you at this time because of your status and time on Earth. I say this as a 49 year old that discovered I had Parkinson’s disease in my 30’s so the first thing God sent me was a book by ‘Eckhart Tolle’ called “Finding your life’s Purpose”.. The Ego is the first thing I faced.. “Pride” we often call it in Society, however I’ve witnessed people close to passing at the ages of Elderly still show signs of Ego destruction. To be “Humbled” is one of Gods messages. As a Man the Financial aspect of life is tough to swallow, I’ve ended up homeless before and questioned my faith real quick but I’m still here. I also struggle with my Liver as I am 15 years sober this coming Thanksgiving, but my damage is still relevant in my daily life. 🙏🏼 God bless you and thank you so much for every video you post!
Its so amazing that you are so gut level honest and up front about sensitive issues. Who of us hasn't gotten over the top angry? A lot of men know how you feel. I know how you feel. (Single mom for 28 years now). No judgement from here LD! Im struggling too for similar reasons. Ron had terrible anger issues and could be violent at times.
This is just a verse from the bible. Proverbs 16:18. Just for sake of knowlege...not to preach or judge. We still love you to the max!
18 Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.
Thank you so much ronsmom! I really appreciate you being so understanding and not judgmental. You are a true friend! God bless❤❤❤
My husband can bring out some negative emotions in me over money. I understand, I am doing better with it nowadays. I'm glad for the support on your channel.
Sending prayers and love your way!
Hi Im an alcoholic who found your Chanel maybe one year ago and I have been drinking heavily many days a week for 10 years.
Once I was sober for three and a half years but three years ago I relapsed by tricking myself to think just this one euphoric time, but it's been going on 4-7 days a week for three years and I still relapse constantly and it sucks.
watching your videos makes me want to quit drinking even more.
I can't imagine the regret and sadness I would have felt if l would have gotten severely sick from alcohol and I know that it might happen sooner or later if I keep drinking. Right now I woke up after 6 days of heavy drinking and I will make a new attempt to stay sober starting from today.
God bless you and I hope you will feel
better.
Good luck achieving sobriety again!! You can do it!!
Hey there Rickard. Thank you for sharing! I hope that you can do it my friend! I know it's tough, but it's worth it! Keep me posted on how you are doing please. God bless ❤❤❤
You’re doing great! Being a mom isn’t only physically draining it’s more emotionally. Constant worry.. idk it’s a “mom thing” older kids bigger consequences.
We share the same “at home” role. Tons of guilt.. feeling like I don’t do enough. I get it then doing too much to where I’m not nice because I’m tired, body aches
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Many many thanks brother for taking time to share your thoughts and emotions, I really hoped it was therapeutic for you to do so, hard though it seemed to be, I can only speak for myself but listening to you always has a positive effect on me, so again, thanks.
You can do this man. just keep on going.
I been wanting to run away to lately. Same thoughts. Its a fight for sure. I've gotten over the cravings, and sometimes these thoughts pop up. Well I guess we won today!!
Take responsibility;ask your wife for forgiveness. Bless you
This is so tough for us. The redefining of masculinity from what we have been taught. The provider and protector. I feel the real definition is to turn up, see those emotions and see that we are more than them.
Remember we stopped growing when we started drinking. We didn't learn how to regulate those emotions. So it's totally understandable that right now you don't have all the tools to deal with what comes up. Give yourself time and space. It's ok to not be ok. Stay strong Brother.
You are so appreciated! This was really helpful and real
To come on here and be totally honest with your emotions and give us all a look in to your life is totally inspirational.
Keep doing what you do LD and please just keep being yourself 👍
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Omg, LD, the things I did when I was angry. I was either drunk or I’d get drunk. I got lucky and didn’t cause too much trouble. This will pass LD. Anger. It’s deadly.
Thank you almaconnor!!!!! It really is my friend! God bless❤❤❤❤
Thumbs Up 👍 and Shared Out.❤
Thank you cindy! ❤❤❤❤