Although I've gone through some pretty horrific physical and emotional trauma throughout my life, I've never once succumbed to alcohol or illicit drugs. However it may come as no surprise to learn that I've a well-established addiction to volcanically strong coffee. 😉 Thanks for sharing. 👍
Been drinking 6 to 7 beers a night for 10 years now. I am at the point all I do is work and come home to drink and do nothing else. I feel hopeless and empty most days. Thank you for this video. Day 1 here I go.
Glad to hear...but how did you prepare for sobriety? Would you personally spend more time to go to the beach than you have to get sober? Watch episode 103 "Preparing for sobriety" and get back to me: ua-cam.com/video/3QUxIW8X5bA/v-deo.html All of the emptiness, sadness, depression and ROOT CAUSES for feelings of inadequacy still remain. We have to BE HONEST with ourselves, cut the bullshit, and cut out ALL toxic behaviors. What's the point of getting sober if you still hang with alcoholics, or go through the same motions or still hang at the same places. ACTIVITY REPLACEMENT THERAPY!
@@GettingSoberAgain Sorry I'm just now seeing this. Sad to say I slipped a lot since then..but calmed down completely where its not ruling my life. Its still a battle but I'm down to 2 or 3 beers every other night. For me I just got burned out on drinking and still am. So when I do have a beer or 2 after that I start to feel disgusted and little by little its disappearing from my life. Compared to a year ago and the years prior I feel I accomplished alot. Its not perfect but I still see it as a battle and won't let up. Building my relationship with God and staying active has helped alot. Reminding myself to stay focus on building a better me so I can be a better person for the my love ones.
Better to spend the rest of your years in sobriety and peace rather than the pits of alcoholism. You have no idea how much longer you've got, the Queen lived to 96 and used to drink quite a bit before 90. It's never too late!
Prayer is like giving a friend a job reference. What good is it if you don't show up for the job? God meet's us halfway. Are you willing to take the steps in the right direction?
I was a heavy wine drinker for the past 18+ years. For the past year or more, I was drinking 2+ bottles a night. This past February, on my 50th birthday, I stopped drinking. No alcohol for more than a month so far. My swollen belly and concerns about my liver made me stop.Thoughts of dying of cirrhosis were really starting to get to me at night. Anyway, my swollen belly is going down, and I feel a lot better. I do miss drinking, though, because being fully aware all the time is hard. But dying with a failing liver seems like a far worse fate (although a failing liver could still be in my near future, considering how much I abused it).
@@GettingSoberAgain Eight years sober saved me a LOT of money. My blood pressure and weight are back to normal. Now sober, I notice at a party how people start getting stupid and loud after just one drink. I can drive anywhere, anytime without worry. When I see a police car it does not concern me anymore. My wife and I get along much better. I feel great in the morning.
I’m a 51 year old man that’s been drinking for 35 years. I recently decided to quit for a bit. It’s only been 6 days yet I feel great and plan on continuing this new chapter in my life. My decision came after realizing that our government wants us all drunk, stoned and stupid and I’m not gonna let them (government)defeat me any longer!!!!!
Keep up the good work my friend! We have hundreds of sobriety videos since this one came out Here's the playlist to our most recent episodes! ua-cam.com/play/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt.html
Stopped for three months. It felt amazing. Then I started to reintroduce alcohol slowly, here and there. A month later, I was back to binge drinking and missing out on life. This time it is for real. F*ck this poison. Be strong everybody.
That is exactly why I have decided to stop cold turkey. I have an extremely addictive personality and it's nearly impossible for me to have just 1 drink. I have made a list of 20+ reasons why I want to stop drinking and I can't find 1 good reason to continue drinking. My conclusion is to completely stop drinking forever. It's not going to be easy, but I am confident that my life will change for the better.
I have just turned 70. Been drinking on and off since 15. Just completed 35 days on tribesober southafrica and i must tell you apart from coughing and phlegm, everyone of your points have been spot on for me. The thought of ever drinking wine again sickens me. My drinking started from early childhood traumas, but i have examined them and put them in their place. The biggest win for me has been UN-NUMBING. You rock. Keep at I am in this with you. Drinking alcohol is definetly going out of fashion like smoking. I of course used to do both. Smoked till 48. Hey i am feeling brand new. Never ever too late to stop.
Hi WIN 1558, I'm 66 and relate to early trauma/fear that has unfortunately governed much of my life. I grew up with two Jekyll and Hyde alcoholics, but am not one. My personality is easygoing, respectful, and loving of others. I think that is a partial curse to getting sober. Have tons of AA under my belt. I keep pushing and my thoughts and actions are geared to say enough...but that also means making a decision. All the best to you and your long-term sobriety.
I agree I been drinking since 15 just turned 69 couple bottles wine 6 or 8 beers everyday occasionally bourbon stopped just few days but phlegm cough on to of flu!! Geez good luck
I stopped for 30 days in Jan 2020. I felt so good, I then challenged myself to 100 days, and felt even better. So, here I am 1-1/2 years later, and I still haven’t had a drink. That small break made me realize what a waste of time, money, and health drinking is. I am healthier, richer, and I have a lot more time to be productive. Try it in small steps or challenges, and not only will you love yourself more, but everyone close to you will love you more. If you’re successful, you will realize how much better life is without the booze. It’s like being set free. I wish the best luck to all of you that want a temporary or permanent break from alcohol.
@@lettoturner5079 it's all in the mind. Will power and sheer determination to make the change. You CAN do it! Don't count the days, make the days count. Be aware of HALT. Hungry, angry, lonely and tired. Eat well, talk to friends, get sleep and avoid situations that will trigger anger, it's easy to go back to substances if we are angry and looking for that thing to change our mental state. Stay present, go through the pain because on the other side of the pain is pleasure. Get up early, fill your days with positive actions. Tire yourself out by the evening and drink camomile tea. Melatonin can help with the sleep. I sweated and couldn't sleep for a week. I drank 3x bottles of 700ml spirits every 2 days for a long time. If I can do it. So can you! Best of luck
@@lettoturner5079 I keep busy and watched a lot of UA-cam videos like this. One tool I used that really helped me though was an phone app, “I am Sober.” That put me in the same boat in the same week with everyone else, and the people doing the same thing supporting each other inspired me.
I did a 30-day “challenge” to myself as a New Years resolution -in 1985. I felt so good that after the 30 days I never went back. Best decision I ever made.
AMAZING!!! Please feel free to share more of your knowledge and experience. People read through the comment section more than you know and are looking for other positive influences such as your self!
@Alhogg377 I have completed my 3 years recently...after 22 years of daily drinking half bottle...first year I applied Dr Tob makuriya Harm reduction approach..used CBD,CBG and Thc oil and than stopped oil ...2 years complete sober
After 40 years of heavy beer intake i finally stopped. Granted, I'm only on day 24 but I am committed to keeping alcohol out of my life. Thank you for this video. I am already feeling healthier.
Still abstaining. The tough part physically was over in a few days. After that, it has been breaking old habits. I got involved with A.A. and they've been a big help with working on myself. I'm at day 78 or so and still keeping the faith. Thanks for asking. Going in for my second endoscopy this Friday to check things out there.
One of the best things about not drinking is that I don’t do and say and text and post stupid stuff now. I don’t have to wake up horrified at what I did last night!!
Marriage is on the rocks because of my drinking. Just don't know when to stop once I start. I'm on day 2 of no drinking. And I found your video. Thanks for the positivity.
My marriage is also on the rocks because of my drinking behavior. My body, mind, and emotions now are all dependent on alcohol. I feel I don’t know who I am without it but I do deep down crave a different experience in life. Good luck
Ruined my marriage. She was the best thing that will ever happen to me. Not choosing to change will forever be the biggest mistake/regret in my life. Better late than never I suppose
I’ve been an alcoholic for 6 years. I drank a bottle of tequila every single day & went to the bar on top of that. I literally felt like I needed to drink morning until night just to feel normal. I’m surprised I’m still alive. Today is my first day without it. I’m going to try my best not to drink ever again. I wanna feel healthy again. I want to lose weight & start loving myself again. Thank you for this video, it was truly motivating 🖤
That's a lot of alcohol for a woman to consume in a day. Set yourself goals that are short then build off of them. 1 week sober. Then 2, then a month.. It's hard as hell but if you want it bad enough you can do it. Most important thing is have something to replace the time that you used for drinking. Have something that you like to do that's challenging.
Currently 32 days sober and I definitely have noticed a lot of these perks. Better sleep and clarity (no brain fog!) is probably the most noticeable. My husband just commented yesterday about how my eyes aren't as puffy and tired looking. The benefits are definitely worth the discomfort. Looking forward to feeling better and better the longer my sobriety lasts. 😊
I just released a video that I'm very proud of, an update to this video....episode number 90, titled the "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days". Here's the link and feel free to share on twitter, facebook, Reddit if you can! Much Love ua-cam.com/video/gS1QD86y9sc/v-deo.html
@@markrothery8719 you keep *practicing... Practice makes perfect. Observe what works, what doesn't, what triggers, what leads to cravings, what makes you cave....
18 days sober! I’m tired of not being the best version of myself. It has always been obvious that alcohol was an issue but I was too afraid to do something about it. One step at a time! Thanks for the video and the good vibes!
Good vibes is what it's all about! We all get cold feet when it comes to marrying the idea of putting in the work towards being our best future self! We know what needs to be done, and alcohol absolutely a standing in all of our ways. Click here to watch our NEWEST videos on sobriety! (new one out today!) ua-cam.com/play/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt.html
Said to myself yesterday I'm going to stop drinking for 30 days, and then this popped up in my feed this morning.. here we go!! 💪.... who's listening to my brain???
Anyone watching this video who is thinking about trying to quit… GO FOR IT. I did, and I can confirm every thing on his list and more is true. For me the most amazing observation after quitting was that my life went from being completely habit oriented to completely goal/achievement oriented. The productivity, energy, and positivity increase just gets me up and getting it done. SOBRIETY IS AMAZING.
My pleasure. Thanks for stopping by! I have 93 episodes to binge watch including this one that I'm most proud of ua-cam.com/video/gS1QD86y9sc/v-deo.html
Combine not drinking with a Healthy Keto, Ketovore, or Carnivore dietary lifestyle with Intermittent Fasting and it raises an alcohol free life to a whole new level, even helps reverse the negative effects of alcohol (fatty liver disease, etc). Great video!! Great testimonial!!
Loved Keto, but wine drinking ruined my weight loss! I kept eating keto, but drank alot of wine. Like 2 bottles a day!!! The sugar in the wine destroyed my 40 lb weight loss. I'm 57 started drinking last year. Progressively slowly got worse drinking more and more. I never drank until then. Am I an alcoholic? Even before drinking my coffee I have some wine! I crave it. Plus, I'm getting divorced after being with my husband since the age of 25. He's 13 years older than I. I come from a very bad childhood. Sexual abuse, abandonment, physical beatings, being locked in dark closets and my room since born. Starvation! You name it! It seems like I changed.in to a completely different person. I have anxiety too. Isolate myself. I know I need to stop drinking. I just drink wine. Nothing harder.
@@RubySlippers1100 Watch a video with a guy called Heŕren who played for Boston Celtics. He is very intelligent about why he drank and used drugs. Very honest. Inspirational. It will give you encouragement and hopefully inspire you to put yourself first. Good luck
I'm on day 88 of not having one sip of alcohol. The depression still kicks my ass. But I keep telling myself that it has to get better. Thx for the vid.
I really started to beat back depression after 90 days. They call it the honeymoon or pink cloud phase...the comedown after the high of sobriety. I started feeling really solid around month 4. Hang in there. I have my "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days coming out soon, episode 90.. make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications 🤗
I quit drinking in January and then relapsed on July 4. Yesterday was day 11 but today I decided to quit again. Thank you for this awesome video, I also enjoyed reading the comments because they give me renewed strength to start again. The longest I have gone without drinking, has been 10 months. Relapsing is like driving from LA to New York and you take that one exit knowing that it leads to nowhere but you keep take it anyway. I’ve gotten back on the freeway and hope to never take that exit again ❤
well said! We actually have a video on the topic of taking a sobriety detour! Check it out in this playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt.html
don't be so hard on yourself. if you didn't drink from January until July, and this, let's say, freelapse day in July was just that, a single freelapse day, you're still doing great. hell, if you had a single weekend freelapse per month you would still be doing great. keep going. see alcohol for what it is and, most importantly, for what it shouldn't be: a crutch. and if you happen to feel like having a few beers at a certain weekend withing months of sobriety, go ahead. go and come back. we are all going to die anyway, so choose to live the good life. your body is not a temple, is an amusement park. enjoy the ride.
You'll get this. There are likely many people who had more extreme cases and they pulled through. That means you definitely can. Like he said, a good hobby to replace your original behavior will make it much easier. Everybody has their talents, even if it's as simple as cooking and or doing craft shows or bake sales. We are all awesome, but the booze obfuscates who we really are. Find who you are while you still can.
I am doing fantastic this past year-and-a-half since I quit drinking. My life has basically gone in a positive direction ever since I put the drink down. I have a large amount of energy for work I have a positive attitude towards my job I take care of my lady and my little doggy with pleasure and he's ever since I'm not craving or just being a drunk idiot. My anxiety level dropped to a super low level which is very exciting because I have PTSD when I got stabbed nine times and 2007 and that's kind of the reason I started drinking so hard but it's to kill my anxiety. But ever since I quit I don't have anxiety like that anymore
@@GettingSoberAgain I highly appreciate you for even caring. And I hope all is well for you and everybody reading this. It's not that hard to do it you just got to stay focused. And if you're having a hard time I've actually just realized if I start cleaning my house it takes my brain off of all my craving and my place looks good so that's a plus period once again I thank you very much for actually giving a crap and good luck to everybody
I wasn't drinking everyday, but i was being a weekend warrior. Ive only been off the alcohol for 2 weeks and already experiencing all the positive things mentally and physically. My biggest problem wasn't hangovers, but depression the next day. Thank you for this awesome video brother.👍
3 days sober, 19 days no smoking. I have quitters flu boo hoo. I numbed out narcisstic abuse but now I cry and heal from it. Thank you for this video x
I was sober for 3 years and loving life and then I started drinking again during the pandemic. I'm going back to sobriety. Thanks for reminding me what the benefits are!
You got this! If you're interested in seeing more of our content along your journey, click here to watch our NEWEST videos on sobriety! ua-cam.com/play/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt.html
Yes I do to this day I am still sober I honestly have lost track of the days😂 I have no interest in going back to my old ways... I've lost at least 30 lbs and finally found a new job. I'll be back in the work force in August. I have rough days from time to time. But have learned to reflect. Now I can see how much better I am as a person in every single aspect. It's not easy digging myself out of this hole I created for my self but I know for a fact .. with hard work and my sobriety at 30yrs old my life is just beginning. Thank you for your channel and genuine care I appreciate and respect you as a friend and teacher!!! Thanks for the support.
After 10 years of sobriety, I started drinking again. I can feel my health declining. My BP is through the roof. I literally spent my last $100.00 at a bar last night. I'm beginning to miss my sober years. That's why I am 'surfing' the internet - to remind me of the angst of drinking daily. I appreciate this man's enthusiasm and positive vibes. This is helping me form reasoning and the will to accomplish the power I need to overcome my addiction. Thank you for the good messaging. I can do this again
Thanks for finding our community! Though I wish it were under better circumstances, I believe you have what it takes to dig yourself out of the trenches and be of service to the people here who relate to your message!
Matt, try switching the alcohol for cannabis and use that time to either watch comedy, something inspirational, do something creative or do some self-reflecting, particularly on negative experiences from your past. I gave the alcohol up because it did me little good, but I have a little bit of cannabis an hour before bed each night because it does me a kind of good that is unique. Yes, I highly recommend it, at least try it even if you fell 'it's not for you'.
@@GettingSoberAgain 3 weeks,quit smoking and drinking at the same time,i have cravings like once a day now but i brush them away fast and easy. 2 hard weeks for me,then it all got easier. Thank you for making this channel,the world needs more people like you
I must say this popped up on my feed and I felt I had to watch it as I’ve recently under gone a life changing transformation. After 22 years of chronic weed smoking and drinking I’ve decided it’s time for change. So I’m on week 5 of no weed and no booze. Im down 20lbs, my sleep is substantial better, I’ve started reading again, massive improvement to my speech and intelligence. Thank you for your time and this encouraging video!
I'm 28, on day 14 of my journey to sobriety and 7 months of no smoking. I hope to go my whole lifetime not going back to those things. If anyone is in the same boat, you got this! Stay strong and keep on fighting! 🤙
@@GettingSoberAgain, I have nothing but positive things to say. Today, as part of a much bigger workout, I did 160 strict pull-ups. People think I'm 45-47 years old. I can't express how ridiculous drinking seems to me now. And when I'm around drinkers, I let them do their thing, but I pity them. Each to his own.
well, then you're definitely going to want to watch our latest video that came out yesterday called 10 proven ways to prepare for your sobriety journey Click here to watch our NEWEST videos on sobriety! ua-cam.com/play/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt.html
5 years no drinking, I feel like a new man and my body looks amazing compared to when I drank everyday. I highly recommend quitting alcohol or at least drink occasionally
Now THATS a comment!!!! Congrats to you! Feel free to drop some knowledge in the comments. I'm sure there are many people that are curious about your success
How are you? If you have a positive update that you'd like to share with the community, please do! Did you ever experience the pink cloud/honeymoon phase?
I stopped drinking during the week and learned to enjoy small amounts of bourbon for the flavor and to share with friends. Manage it very well and look forward to the hydration and week days with no alcohol. I’ve dropped 30 pounds in 8 weeks too.
I was a 20 year functioning alcoholic. I gave up last October 19th 2020. I drank for four nights over Xmas, stopped for 3 days and then a 300cl bottle of Jack for New Years Eve... Not touched a drop in 21 and I don't even miss it. Fitter, healthier, more positive outlook, stronger, energetic, goals getting smashed, skin looks better. Best thing I have ever done for myself in my near 51 years. You can do it if you want to. Believe in yourself people. Good luck. X
I would be cautious with your optimism. The drinking is a symptom of underlying mental health issues ( this is absolutely true no matter what a person believes ). I would suggest going to an AA or some other group setting for therapy session. I say this because I have done exactly what you just described (several times) and never faced the real issues hiding under my false facade of a “normal” guy. Be safe!
Fantastic individualized recommendation. I speak from my own experience and of course everyone's journey will be their own! Thank you for your knowledge and feel free to share more as it comes to mind. Together we succeed, and there are many struggling in silence :)
@@GettingSoberAgain I am very well thank you. I drank a bottle of champagne on 29th June to celebrate England beating Germany in a ko football competition for the first time in my lifetime and I had 4 beers last Sunday during the final. Back off the drink and not craving it at all. Making the decision to not drink on a regular basis was the best thing I have done in years. Really appreciate you checking in. 👍
Wowww that’s some motivation right there☝🏽 I’m officially day one in the books about to snooze sober after years of drinking. I’m not even telling my family but hopefully will let my actions speak for themselves
@@juelzd7172 More power to ya! When you make it thru the first 3 days, don't look back. I found it easiest to be transparent with my friends and family about sobriety so that I didn't give myself the space to go back on my decision. Everyone is different. Keep us posted on your progress. I have 72 videos now to date, this was episode 31 you watched. Stay tuned!
I just released a video that I'm very proud of, an update to this video....episode number 90, titled the "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days". Here's the link and feel free to share on twitter, facebook, Reddit if you can! Much Love ua-cam.com/video/gS1QD86y9sc/v-deo.html
Great to hear the positive effects of no alcohol. I'm living with a drinker now and starting to drink more myself. The tension and negativity in the relationship is really starting to show.
I quit drinking a while back (I revisit videos like this for motivation), and in my experience my marriage went from okay to rocky, to outstanding. I'm much more patient with my spouse when I'm not dealing with the physiological effects of alcohol or it's withdrawal. Praying for you!
When COVID 19 came into our world I was off work one morning and walking home from the liquor store at about 7 am, I passed a line of people and I asked a girl what the line was for and she said it was a food line. I was standing there with an 18 pack at 7 am and she was standing in a line for food at 7 am. April 28th 2021 is just a few more days away and that will be a year of no alcohol for me! I sleep. I can focus. I find endless ways to be more efficient about anything. My work peers are having a hard time keeping up!. Thank you for your video.
I like that thought a few more days away, good on you. Even though it is a couple weeks. The thought is there to ease the mind. Or you did a typo, either way, good on you!!
Today is Day 16 for me. Last night was a struggle but I got through it. With me quitting both drinking and smoking it’s tough to tell which I’m really having withdrawals from 🤷🏿♂️. These videos are very helpful to rewatch whenever doubt creeps into my head or at night when it’s more vulnerable to have a drink or cig! The longest I went without drinking was 45 days. This time feels a lot different in the sense of me really focused and wanting to not go back. Anxiety has gone all the way down. Def not as bad as it was. Everyday will get better so let’s get it
I quit drinking in 2019 for 6-7 months, and ate clean and healthy. Lost all un needed fat; 250 > 200lbs and lean. Covid knocked me on my ass with depression and I drank and ate bad all year. Back to 250+ ugh! So, here we are again… starting over!
Ty brother. I’m now on day five after four day’s withdrawing from alcohol . Your clip gives me hope and motivation . Not only will I watch this daily but I’m going to journal progress daily. Much love brobro!
45 days sober, here. This is my longest sober stretch since I was a kid, nearly 40 now. I struggle with sobriety every day still. These videos help keep me motivated. Thank you for sharing.
I used to drink every day, from morning to night, week after week. I've been off the booze for 19 days now and I'm getting better and better, I don't want to go back to being bad. I wanted to thank the owner of this channel for, even though the video is old, you keep stopping by in the comments and giving support, thank you so much!!!!
19 days is a HUGE improvement Pablo! You should be proud of yourself and do everything in your power to preserve this amazing gift of sobriety. Repeat after me: "Sobriety is MINE and I'm NOT GIVING IT BACK!!!" Click here to watch our NEWEST videos on sobriety and let me know how your progress is coming along! ua-cam.com/play/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt.html
You're forgetting the ambulance ride to the ER when you stop drinking. Been there done that. Almost died. Dr. said I was fortunate. Haven't drank since--not an experience I wish to repeat. And was able to kick everyone out of my life, finally. Sweet, wonderful peace...
I pray and hope everyone who is struggling to stop drinking alcohol can stop and start to feel healthier❤I know what it's like. I have been sober for over two years. I see my brother slowly dying from alcoholism and it breaks my heart.
I always said "I'm not addicted" until the day I created a spreadsheet to keep track of my daily routine and it turns out that I was drinking pretty much 6 out of 7 days a week. Last week I decided to stop and what really helped me was the fact that the following day I was in the supermarket and I said "let's buy a couple of beers". That hit so hard on me and at the same time is helping me to stay on the right path. Thanks for sharing this video and thanks for people that are commenting 🙌🏻
Having spent the majority of my adult life in the US Navy I have finally decided I have had enough. I'm on day 27 and feeling better everyday. Lost 12 lbs so far and reduced my high blood pressure now down to a slightly below normal range for my age. Still got a long way to go, but videos like this one help a lot. Thank you for making this one. All 20 things are absolutely true and I hope to continue on past 30, 90 and hopefully a lot longer.
I am on day three and I have a lot of anguish luckily I have some Xanax which I do not abuse I’ve done this before I’ve stopped for a year and backtracking a while ago and just recently in January of this year I stop for a month but went back this time I’m sick of it especially going through all of this anguish and anxiety I’m going to steadfast. How many days did it take you before you start feeling any Anguish anxiety
@@johnannoreno07 there's definitely therapeutic benefits to Xanax. But obviously it's highly addictive. I never abused it myself but found it greatly helpful
Thanks for this. I'm 67 years old, a former Army Special Forces veteran, 25 years law enforcement and 3 years as a security contractor in Afghanistan. I've been of the opinion that drinking has made everything much easier until last month when I was turned down for life insurance because of liver function, and I have a wife and daughter. I'm drinking as I type this. I have about 1 1/2 drinks left in the bottle, then God willing that's it. I'm done.
taper off the best you can. don't go out on a bang ya know? it's all about preparation. check out my episode about the three P's, preparation, practice and patience. Thank you for your service and there will be lots of love for you in the comments below!
33 years old. 6 years in the 75th Ranger Regiment, 3 years contractor in AFG. Getting sober now. 3 days in. No shame in finishing that 1 1/2 then starting.
load up with D3 K2 and get on Milk Thistle this will help castor oil/olive oil spoonfull no sugar no wheat no dairy in 30 DAYS you will see BIG Difference
If you have been drinking for about a liter of spirits, there is no escape. not even tapering off. you need to go to the hospital to detox for about a week. you may hallucinate and get seizures and even die but hey its that or liver failure. you just have to bite down hope for the best good luck
I'm happy to hear that you are another step closer to living your best life! This is episode 31 that you just watched. Our most popular to date! I also have another video that is similar about quitting alcohol for 90 days! We have over 150 timeless videos and a ton of helpful members in our comment section as well as trained moderators to keep us all on the right track! Make sure you properly prepare for your sober journey! Map it out, know when you rest, where there may be detours, etc… People spend more time preparing for a trip to the beach than they do for journey into sobriety... Watch these two episodes below before you start your sober journey!! This is a journey that takes 3 major things -Preparation -Practice -Patience I made an episode specifically for this! Episode 87 called "The 3 P's of Sobriety: Preparation, Practice, Patience" ua-cam.com/video/fin3NoiTJIk/v-deo.html I also did one specifically on the PREPARATION part, episode 103: "Preparing to get Sober" ua-cam.com/video/3QUxIW8X5bA/v-deo.html WATCH THEM BOTH AND GET BACK TO ME :) And before you forget, make sure to subscribe and turn on all notifications so you can join our livestream/chats and know when we have new episodes out.
The first minute of this video was exactly the first steps of my journey. The blood pressure the sleep the memory. This video is the truth from beginning to end
@@GettingSoberAgain Actually yes. I have also noticed that my dopamine system is normalizing. I am back to enjoying simple things like hiking, and kayaking.
@@GettingSoberAgain I have introduced alcohol back into my life. But not like before. Just a small (4oz) glass of wine when visiting friends and family if they are having one. No bars. Nothing with meals at restaurants that serve alcohol. I guess I don't feel like its my vise, or enemy any more. How about you?
I've been sober 63 days and after rehab after rehab I've finally managed to quit on my own . I feel fantastic and finally managing my health and responsibilities. Thank you for sharing this .. you are helping more people like myself than you know.
NIKKI!!!! THATS WONDERFUL TO HEAR!! Please consider being an active subscriber here on this channel! We need more people like YOU to help support people during their sensitive journey into sobriety. We will be going live tonight from 7-9pm eastern. If you can make it, please say hello and meet the others!! :)
Today is day 36 for me!! I was drinking half pint to a pint every night, and my mental clarity is so much better. God Bless you all and much love to all my brothers and sisters
I'm on day three. Its almost 7 o'clock and I've made it another day. Thank you for the video. I can totally relate. Went into a clean kitchen this morning! Thanks again for this video.
I'm into day 20 now.I quit Whisky at Easter.I feel great mentally & physically.I still want that drink when i walk in the door, i just ignore that demon now.
Thanks for sharing this video. I know I’m a couple years late but I’m on this very journey myself. Today marks 6 days sober from alcohol! It’s not a significant time under the belt but it sure beats the alternative. I’m already beginning to experience several changes you’ve listed since I quit last week and know it’ll continue to get better going forward. I did admit myself into an outpatient women’s only rehab facility to help provide me with necessary tools in remaining sober, getting to recognize triggers, all while working on my mental health. I’m eating much better and healthier. I have 2 children who need me and loving parents who would be mortified if they lost their daughter because I’ve noticed some bad health changes from alcohol consumption. The only way to heal is to put down the drink which I did. If I continue on I’ll be dead…I’m only 36! For all going through a new journey to sobriety, we’ve got this! And those who have a lot of sobriety time, I look up to you and cannot wait to reach that point myself!
I’m 45 days sober and this is all soooo true! Made me laugh a lot because drinking seems so silly to me now. I knew the pan was hot but kept touching it
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Day 477 no alcohol at all.I sleep better,i am more of myself,a happy and positive human being as i am,alcohol made me a negative person for me and my closed ones. My wallet is fuller as i was spending too much on beers and spirits.For all the souls out there that are struggling with this poison i know its difficult at first but dont give up on yourselves. You deserve better than this
I’m starting today quitting alcohol. My mental health has gotten worse and alcohol makes me feel worst the next day. I hate it because it’s starting to ruin some things in my life. I really want to get better mentally and physically and also able to do more in life instead of always be in bed because I’m always hangover. It’s time to quit!
@@GettingSoberAgain thanks I’m 7days without alcohol. My first weekend for so long that I’ve got to accomplished some stuff that I’ve put aside in the past couple of weeks. Also feels so good getting up early Saturday and Sunday at 8am and not 4pm with no headaches.
Aloha! How has your journey been treating you? Many of us, if not all of us, make tons of mistakes along our journey into sobriety. Mental health is a treasure that we can all do a better job of protecting =)
this video is so great. I'm 46, and I've been a regular drinker from by late teens, up until a few years ago, when I decided to decrease my alcohol intake significantly... then about a month ago, I made the decision to stop drinking completely - I just quit cold turkey... I have noticed a bit less headaches, and overall aches & pains, and I feel like my sleep quality has improved ever so slightly. I just felt that it was time to start living healthier. I was tired of the sluggishness and the mini hangovers that I've always gotten, even if I have 2 or 3 drinks. I also was tired of having to depend on alcohol for social situations, and to unwind and decompress. I no longer want to live that way anymore... but I will say that its been easier than I expected to stay off alcohol. I don't have the cravings that I thought I would have. I will try to keep it up for as long as I can. we'll see how it goes...
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@@GettingSoberAgain how’s it going now David? Just interested to see if you kept it up and how it’s gone for you. Don’t have a big problem, but like yourself, just a bit fed up with it sometimes, did you stick to it?
Thanks for this video. Before I knew it I was drinking 15 - 20 drinks each day. Then weekends were usually much heavier. I have had tons of side effects. Like you said, my blood pressure was through the roof, my abs were long gone. I was always tired. I am on track now! Day by day
Thank you!!! Honest, concise, real information on the damage of alcohol in your life. I quit drinking for 30 days (18 months ago) and never went back! Bottom line, I love the feeling of being free, healthy physically, mentally, and emotionally.
I’m 2 weeks sober and feeling awesome! I never thought I’d be able to give up after drinking more or less everyday and being drunk at least twice a week for 25 years! This is the best decision I’ve ever made! Great video ☺️☺️
Thanks for checking in, Lana! I'm happy to hear that you've made it to two weeks of sobriety and I hope that you do not take this for granted! It will take Some getting used to doing life without alcohol but all you need is just a first time of social gatherings, birthdays, holidays, etc. Found that once I've had two occasions of saying no to each one of those events, I really put the nail in the coffin! Don't be a stranger and good luck
@@CD-zy5te hey there! I’m doing surprisingly well actually! Gonna be 3 weeks sober tomorrow and I haven’t had any cravings! No alcohol in the house is keeping me on the straight and narrow, and I’ve even been to a gig where my partner had a few pints and I wasn’t even tempted 😱 Thanks for the check in buddy ☺️😘
I quit drinking 3 years ago,I started drinking when I woke up till I passed out,I was drinking a 30 pack a day. Stopped cold turkey,oh I got the gout which contributed to me stopping the insanity,and I opened up my own painting company. I have been drinking since I was little my uncle's used to give us pony bottles of beer make us hide from the mom's. I'm 48 and sober !
Thank you for this. I truly enjoyed your positive upbeat outlook but you are also realistic. This is Day 2 for me. I have to stop drinking for too many reasons. "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired"❤
Hey Kate! Thanks for YOUR positivity today. Remember, sobriety is a journey. And like all journeys, there will be setbacks, delays and detours. Prepare as best as you can for any journey, practice as best as you know how, and be patient with yourself along the way. Remember, if you find yourself post again, doesn't mean it's ok to stay lost. Refocus, rest, recharge and get back on the path 😎 If you're interested in seeing more of our content along your journey, click here to watch our NEWEST videos on sobriety! ua-cam.com/play/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt.html
As an older person, also with ADHD, you hit the nail on the head on how alcohol really exacerbates the symptoms and hinders you ability to deal with it on a daily basis. My second time getting sober, as i made the fatal error of thinking that i could control it again after a year off, yes, I'm dumb. So this time, like you, jumping back into music and finding other ways to cope with slowing my brain down. Thanks for the videos, i appreciate the non preachy honest look at it. keep up the good work dude, and good luck with your artistic adventures.
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Great video! I’m just starting my sober journey (day two today). Many of my goals are listed in your video here. 1. Normalize blood pressure 2. Lose 30lbs (I practice fasting and eat fairly healthy the majority of the time but cannot lose the beer weight! Only way is to cut out the extra calories which for me is about 750/day from IPAs lol) 3. Better sleep. I sleep like shit and have been for years. Now I know why. 4. More energy. Sick of feeling fatigued ALL THE TIME. Can’t even remember what “normal” energy feels like. I’m literally always tired. 5. Reverse “bedroom issues” and gain my libido back. Ugh. Nothing worse. 6. Regain sense of calm emotional control. I’ve def noticed I’ve been less stable lately. Quicker to anger, to doom and despair etc. this ain’t me. And if there’s more, those are just bonuses. Cutting out a several-year habit of about 6 beers/night, just about every damn night. I think it really took hold during lockdowns and hasn’t let up since. Now at 48 I’m really seeing the detriments to my health and well-being and am PUMPED to get things back on track! Thanks again for the encouragement!
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Today is my 30th day being sober . I ended up getting a dui a month ago and it made me realize that i was becoming somebody that i don't want to be . After these thirty days i feel like im slowly becoming myself again . I picked up guitar for the first time and haven't been able to drop it sense its definitely helped getting through those first weeks of feeling absolutely terrible . Watching videos like this has helped me so much , thank you !
I have been sober for 11 years and I lost many of my old friends and new ones don’t really feel comfortable if they drink and we are out. Then you have the ones that instead of supporting and admiring the work you have put in, are always pushing for you to have “ JUST ONE” Throw in a vegan diet and you can pretty well be misunderstood on all sides. People act like it is a personal attack on their way of life. Well done to all the strong people here wishing to find a more meaningful life! Blessings all!!
This is so frustrating. Some, if not most people definitely like it’s a personal attack on them when I don’t drink. It’s like I’m indirectly saying “your life choices are terrible, look how holy and right I am!” What most people fail to understand is that my choice not to drink has NOTHING to do with them. It is MY personal decision which only affects me. It seems to bring out other people’s insecurities about their choices. Not that I care. I really don’t but they fail to comprehend that
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19 days sober from alcohol! Best decision I have ever made for myself. Everything you’re saying is true. The headaches are finally gone and my body has been thanking me
I’m on week 3. No issues at all except a couple days being grumpy. My mom goes today for an mri on the cysts on her liver. She’s actually considering quitting alcohol. I’d never thought I’d here her say that. Let’s hope her and my little sister decide to quit too.
That's incredible! We always say "you never know who you're going to inspire with your sobriety" We even made an episode about it! ua-cam.com/video/cITn0RG1xRA/v-deo.html
I'm at day one. I'm determined to continue sober living. I knew I'd been drinking way too much for a while but also realized how much anxiety I was having and how poorly my sleep was (thanks smart watch) and finally decided to do something about it. I like your down to earth approach and intend to watch more of your videos! Thanks!
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Finding out that I’m a Type 2 Diabetic has motivated me to put down the beer cans as well as other lifestyle changes. It’s been 7 days and so far so good.
Well congrats. For me the opposite. I just got my blood work back after more than 4 months of zero alcohol. A1C level jumped 3 points. (5.6 up to 5.9) I'm so pissed. So much for the health benefits of not drinking. I thought giving up alcohol would help.
Thank you so much for this. I was recently involved in a car accident as a result of drunk driving. It was very traumatic and it left me despising alcohol. This video just confirmed every thought I was having. Today is day 5 , 25 days to go and counting.
1.5 months "sober". Could only ever handle 3 drinks at any one time, but i think it's just as difficult to quit 2 habitual drinks a day, as it is to quit a heavier addiction.
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I drank every night for about 8 years. I drank enough to get pretty darn drunk. Usually at least a six pack of strong tall boys. If I could afford it. But i would also switch it up. I'd drink whiskey or wine in stints in between all the beer. I've been known to put down four 40oz malt liquors in a " night." But you might should know that THIS sobriety is more about heavy hardcore drug use. I was on H and meth and benzos and coke real real bad in the last year. I almost died about two and a half weeks ago. I'm 33 and I've been doing most of those substances, off and on (mostly on), since I was 17. So you can imagine, I have almost died more than a couple of times. Anyway, that last time was the catalyst. Yeup...
@@markwrenn5965 you are strong brother..being able to fight those demons head on is no easy feat. I send strength and courage your way and I hope you always remember why u started this healing journey whenever times get tough...💪💪💪💪💪💪
@@jamisona.5639 I hope so too. Thank you brother. Make no mistake. I am very weak. That's why I am here. But maybe I can be that strong person one of these days thank you man. We're all in this together. And i mean that in every which a way
@@markwrenn5965 “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for you: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” you got this!!
I've just come across your channel, it resonates with me as though you were speaking directly to me, like I was supposed to stumble across this. Actually bought me to tears. Thank you so much, I am going to try harder starting from today.
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I am 64 I am too old to look this for anything other than a blessing. God has given me a gift I thought I would never get.
Although I've gone through some pretty horrific physical and emotional trauma throughout my life, I've never once succumbed to alcohol or illicit drugs. However it may come as no surprise to learn that I've a well-established addiction to volcanically strong coffee. 😉 Thanks for sharing. 👍
I'm new... Today I watched this..
I'm listening and want to be friends... I trying and bless youu
Been drinking 6 to 7 beers a night for 10 years now. I am at the point all I do is work and come home to drink and do nothing else. I feel hopeless and empty most days. Thank you for this video. Day 1 here I go.
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All of the emptiness, sadness, depression and ROOT CAUSES for feelings of inadequacy still remain. We have to BE HONEST with ourselves, cut the bullshit, and cut out ALL toxic behaviors. What's the point of getting sober if you still hang with alcoholics, or go through the same motions or still hang at the same places.
ACTIVITY REPLACEMENT THERAPY!
How is it going, Tony?
@@GettingSoberAgain Sorry I'm just now seeing this. Sad to say I slipped a lot since then..but calmed down completely where its not ruling my life. Its still a battle but I'm down to 2 or 3 beers every other night. For me I just got burned out on drinking and still am. So when I do have a beer or 2 after that I start to feel disgusted and little by little its disappearing from my life. Compared to a year ago and the years prior I feel I accomplished alot. Its not perfect but I still see it as a battle and won't let up. Building my relationship with God and staying active has helped alot. Reminding myself to stay focus on building a better me so I can be a better person for the my love ones.
@@TheMark1840 Hey Mark!
@@tonym2157 Amen 🙏🏼
I am a late learner! I am 73 years old. Today is my bd and the 2nd week with no alcohol! I am celebrating me!🥳
You go Grandpa. I'm planning on stopping at 75.
@@rolandrickperry208 sorry but I am a grandma!
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Better to spend the rest of your years in sobriety and peace rather than the pits of alcoholism. You have no idea how much longer you've got, the Queen lived to 96 and used to drink quite a bit before 90. It's never too late!
Happy birthday to you. Good on you.❤
Drinking is sooo hard to stop.. please pray for me y’all. Love you all.
Will do!
You have power 🔋 use it!!! The Creator made you.
@@jamisona.5639 Thank you and God bless you!! 💯
@@GettingSoberAgain 💯
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Drinking has increased to 2 bottles of wine, every night for the last month. Been smoking more than usual too. Pray for me y'all
Prayer is like giving a friend a job reference. What good is it if you don't show up for the job? God meet's us halfway. Are you willing to take the steps in the right direction?
Like is that from 1pm tp 10 pm or 7pm to 10 pm. Just saying..
I was a heavy wine drinker for the past 18+ years. For the past year or more, I was drinking 2+ bottles a night. This past February, on my 50th birthday, I stopped drinking. No alcohol for more than a month so far. My swollen belly and concerns about my liver made me stop.Thoughts of dying of cirrhosis were really starting to get to me at night. Anyway, my swollen belly is going down, and I feel a lot better. I do miss drinking, though, because being fully aware all the time is hard. But dying with a failing liver seems like a far worse fate (although a failing liver could still be in my near future, considering how much I abused it).
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After 40 years of over-drinking, a fatty liver motivated me to quit. 8 years sober now and the liver healed itself.
well done buddy
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@@GettingSoberAgain Eight years sober saved me a LOT of money. My blood pressure and weight are back to normal. Now sober, I notice at a party how people start getting stupid and loud after just one drink. I can drive anywhere, anytime without worry. When I see a police car it does not concern me anymore. My wife and I get along much better. I feel great in the morning.
Amazing 👏🏾❤
Love the positivity ❤️❤️❤️
I’m a 51 year old man that’s been drinking for 35 years. I recently decided to quit for a bit. It’s only been 6 days yet I feel great and plan on continuing this new chapter in my life. My decision came after realizing that our government wants us all drunk, stoned and stupid and I’m not gonna let them (government)defeat me any longer!!!!!
I know what you mean I just hit day 7 I can't believe it 26 years of getting shit-faced sometimes every day at least 4 times a week
Good luck brother, it can be done especially with the knowledge that our own government wants us to fail. I refuse to let them win!!! Peace ✌🏼
Keep up the good work my friend!
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They sure do. They love watching people blow all their cash on booze and stay out of the loop
Good for you my guy. You get it.
Stopped for three months. It felt amazing. Then I started to reintroduce alcohol slowly, here and there. A month later, I was back to binge drinking and missing out on life. This time it is for real. F*ck this poison. Be strong everybody.
Ropes us back in. and then we think..."moderation my ass..."
Roger that !
That is exactly why I have decided to stop cold turkey. I have an extremely addictive personality and it's nearly impossible for me to have just 1 drink. I have made a list of 20+ reasons why I want to stop drinking and I can't find 1 good reason to continue drinking. My conclusion is to completely stop drinking forever. It's not going to be easy, but I am confident that my life will change for the better.
Good luck....devils juice bro.
F this poison is right. Hope you’re doing ok? This channel has helped me a lot.
I have just turned 70. Been drinking on and off since 15. Just completed 35 days on tribesober southafrica and i must tell you apart from coughing and phlegm, everyone of your points have been spot on for me. The thought of ever drinking wine again sickens me. My drinking started from early childhood traumas, but i have examined them and put them in their place. The biggest win for me has been UN-NUMBING. You rock. Keep at I am in this with you. Drinking alcohol is definetly going out of fashion like smoking. I of course used to do both. Smoked till 48. Hey i am feeling brand new. Never ever too late to stop.
That's awesome!! happy first month to you!
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Hi WIN 1558, I'm 66 and relate to early trauma/fear that has unfortunately governed much of my life. I grew up with two Jekyll and Hyde alcoholics, but am not one. My personality is easygoing, respectful, and loving of others. I think that is a partial curse to getting sober. Have tons of AA under my belt. I keep pushing and my thoughts and actions are geared to say enough...but that also means making a decision. All the best to you and your long-term sobriety.
"Going out of fashion" I love that and totally agree
I agree I been drinking since 15 just turned 69 couple bottles wine 6 or 8 beers everyday occasionally bourbon stopped just few days but phlegm cough on to of flu!! Geez good luck
I stopped for 30 days in Jan 2020. I felt so good, I then challenged myself to 100 days, and felt even better. So, here I am 1-1/2 years later, and I still haven’t had a drink. That small break made me realize what a waste of time, money, and health drinking is. I am healthier, richer, and I have a lot more time to be productive. Try it in small steps or challenges, and not only will you love yourself more, but everyone close to you will love you more. If you’re successful, you will realize how much better life is without the booze. It’s like being set free. I wish the best luck to all of you that want a temporary or permanent break from alcohol.
What a revelation!! You are a shining example of humanity and the world is better for you in it!
Congratulations Jesse. 👊
How did yu get past the 3 to 7 dayz? Thx
@@lettoturner5079 it's all in the mind. Will power and sheer determination to make the change. You CAN do it! Don't count the days, make the days count.
Be aware of HALT. Hungry, angry, lonely and tired. Eat well, talk to friends, get sleep and avoid situations that will trigger anger, it's easy to go back to substances if we are angry and looking for that thing to change our mental state.
Stay present, go through the pain because on the other side of the pain is pleasure.
Get up early, fill your days with positive actions. Tire yourself out by the evening and drink camomile tea. Melatonin can help with the sleep.
I sweated and couldn't sleep for a week. I drank 3x bottles of 700ml spirits every 2 days for a long time. If I can do it. So can you! Best of luck
@@lettoturner5079 I keep busy and watched a lot of UA-cam videos like this. One tool I used that really helped me though was an phone app, “I am Sober.” That put me in the same boat in the same week with everyone else, and the people doing the same thing supporting each other inspired me.
I did a 30-day “challenge” to myself as a New Years resolution -in 1985. I felt so good that after the 30 days I never went back. Best decision I ever made.
AMAZING!!! Please feel free to share more of your knowledge and experience. People read through the comment section more than you know and are looking for other positive influences such as your self!
I drink a beer or two almost every day and I have been trying to quit. It is not easy
What’s your secret man cause I want to quit to or at least have self control
Given up several times (am 64) felt no different at all. Moderate but regular drinker. Sleep well on alcohol none without
@Alhogg377 I have completed my 3 years recently...after 22 years of daily drinking half bottle...first year I applied Dr Tob makuriya Harm reduction approach..used CBD,CBG and Thc oil and than stopped oil ...2 years complete sober
I quit drinking 4 years ago. My entire life has changed for the better. Don't be a slave to this killer.
WOAH!!! Tell us more! Give us a laundry list of improvements!
Yup. Coming up 4 for me in August! You keep up the great work ,because we both know it’s not all sunshine and lollipops!
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It’s tough!!! I will get these demon spirits out of my life
After 40 years of heavy beer intake i finally stopped. Granted, I'm only on day 24 but I am committed to keeping alcohol out of my life. Thank you for this video. I am already feeling healthier.
I'm glad you're on the up and up!
Day 1 here. Again!
@@truthoversubmission4237 Hang in there. I'm still going strong.
How are you doing, bro?
Still abstaining. The tough part physically was over in a few days. After that, it has been breaking old habits. I got involved with A.A. and they've been a big help with working on myself. I'm at day 78 or so and still keeping the faith. Thanks for asking. Going in for my second endoscopy this Friday to check things out there.
One of the best things about not drinking is that I don’t do and say and text and post stupid stuff now. I don’t have to wake up horrified at what I did last night!!
Amen to THAT
There is that cringe factor...
Hey Stan, Happy Labor Day! We wanted to checkup on ya and see how your journey into self improvement is working out =)
I can't take that anymore. The anxiety from not remembering is too bad
Amen Brother, I was the worst at such....😅
Marriage is on the rocks because of my drinking. Just don't know when to stop once I start. I'm on day 2 of no drinking. And I found your video. Thanks for the positivity.
Listen or read the book “Alcohol Lied to me”
My marriage is also on the rocks because of my drinking behavior. My body, mind, and emotions now are all dependent on alcohol. I feel I don’t know who I am without it but I do deep down crave a different experience in life.
Good luck
Ruined my marriage. She was the best thing that will ever happen to me. Not choosing to change will forever be the biggest mistake/regret in my life. Better late than never I suppose
Keep going God bless you
Keep pushing you not alone my brother
I’ve been an alcoholic for 6 years. I drank a bottle of tequila every single day & went to the bar on top of that. I literally felt like I needed to drink morning until night just to feel normal. I’m surprised I’m still alive. Today is my first day without it. I’m going to try my best not to drink ever again. I wanna feel healthy again. I want to lose weight & start loving myself again. Thank you for this video, it was truly motivating 🖤
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Good luck!!
Klara, how have you been doing since your reply to this video?
That's a lot of alcohol for a woman to consume in a day. Set yourself goals that are short then build off of them. 1 week sober. Then 2, then a month.. It's hard as hell but if you want it bad enough you can do it. Most important thing is have something to replace the time that you used for drinking. Have something that you like to do that's challenging.
Howd you go klara?
Currently 32 days sober and I definitely have noticed a lot of these perks. Better sleep and clarity (no brain fog!) is probably the most noticeable. My husband just commented yesterday about how my eyes aren't as puffy and tired looking. The benefits are definitely worth the discomfort. Looking forward to feeling better and better the longer my sobriety lasts. 😊
👏👏👏 Lovely sentiments from hubby
Over 2 Years Alcohol free for me now, best thing I have ever done...
Thats amazing! They say that only 5% of people who attempt to go sober, make it to 5 years. Way to go!!
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Congratulations Craig!!!! I keep failing : (
@@markrothery8719 you keep *practicing... Practice makes perfect. Observe what works, what doesn't, what triggers, what leads to cravings, what makes you cave....
I sleep better if I drink.. dream more, and feel more rested ,then when i don't
18 days sober! I’m tired of not being the best version of myself. It has always been obvious that alcohol was an issue but I was too afraid to do something about it. One step at a time! Thanks for the video and the good vibes!
Good vibes is what it's all about! We all get cold feet when it comes to marrying the idea of putting in the work towards being our best future self!
We know what needs to be done, and alcohol absolutely a standing in all of our ways.
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How many days now?!
Said to myself yesterday I'm going to stop drinking for 30 days, and then this popped up in my feed this morning.. here we go!! 💪.... who's listening to my brain???
Holy Spirit!!!
Get it. Christ is listening.
Good luck 👍. I m trying 2
I really just told myself today I was going to try taking a break... Then it randomly popped up in my feed. Crazy how stuff like that happens.
Yeah!! I hope you’re going strong and finish your 30 day challenge! 💪😊
Anyone watching this video who is thinking about trying to quit… GO FOR IT. I did, and I can confirm every thing on his list and more is true. For me the most amazing observation after quitting was that my life went from being completely habit oriented to completely goal/achievement oriented. The productivity, energy, and positivity increase just gets me up and getting it done. SOBRIETY IS AMAZING.
GOALS>HABITS
YAAAAAAAS
Finally let go of booze, and I don't miss it. I also quit smoking now for 7 months. Good vid buds.
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i quit smoking 20 years ago and never looked back. read allen carrs book.
Congratulation Man
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Combine not drinking with a Healthy Keto, Ketovore, or Carnivore dietary lifestyle with Intermittent Fasting and it raises an alcohol free life to a whole new level, even helps reverse the negative effects of alcohol (fatty liver disease, etc).
Great video!! Great testimonial!!
I did. Day 6.
@@Fishpig65 OUTSTANDING!!!
Loved Keto, but wine drinking ruined my weight loss! I kept eating keto, but drank alot of wine. Like 2 bottles a day!!! The sugar in the wine destroyed my 40 lb weight loss. I'm 57 started drinking last year. Progressively slowly got worse drinking more and more. I never drank until then. Am I an alcoholic? Even before drinking my coffee I have some wine! I crave it. Plus, I'm getting divorced after being with my husband since the age of 25. He's 13 years older than I. I come from a very bad childhood. Sexual abuse, abandonment, physical beatings, being locked in dark closets and my room since born. Starvation! You name it! It seems like I changed.in to a completely different person. I have anxiety too. Isolate myself. I know I need to stop drinking. I just drink wine. Nothing harder.
@@RubySlippers1100
Watch a video with a guy called Heŕren who played for Boston Celtics.
He is very intelligent about why he drank and used drugs. Very honest.
Inspirational. It will give you encouragement and hopefully inspire you to put yourself first.
Good luck
I'm on day 88 of not having one sip of alcohol. The depression still kicks my ass. But I keep telling myself that it has to get better. Thx for the vid.
I really started to beat back depression after 90 days. They call it the honeymoon or pink cloud phase...the comedown after the high of sobriety. I started feeling really solid around month 4. Hang in there. I have my "25 benefits of quitting alcohol for 90 days coming out soon, episode 90.. make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications 🤗
@Nathan Swain Thank you, Nathan.I'm doing okay. One day at a time, right? Thanks for the msg. Much love.
Exercise yourself into a sweat as often as you can. It helps
@@screamdreamer9085 excellent suggestion!!
Do press ups & watch Wes Watson videos = depression gone.
I quit drinking in January and then relapsed on July 4. Yesterday was day 11 but today I decided to quit again. Thank you for this awesome video, I also enjoyed reading the comments because they give me renewed strength to start again. The longest I have gone without drinking, has been 10 months. Relapsing is like driving from LA to New York and you take that one exit knowing that it leads to nowhere but you keep take it anyway. I’ve gotten back on the freeway and hope to never take that exit again ❤
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don't be so hard on yourself. if you didn't drink from January until July, and this, let's say, freelapse day in July was just that, a single freelapse day, you're still doing great. hell, if you had a single weekend freelapse per month you would still be doing great.
keep going. see alcohol for what it is and, most importantly, for what it shouldn't be: a crutch. and if you happen to feel like having a few beers at a certain weekend withing months of sobriety, go ahead. go and come back. we are all going to die anyway, so choose to live the good life. your body is not a temple, is an amusement park. enjoy the ride.
You'll get this. There are likely many people who had more extreme cases and they pulled through. That means you definitely can. Like he said, a good hobby to replace your original behavior will make it much easier.
Everybody has their talents, even if it's as simple as cooking and or doing craft shows or bake sales. We are all awesome, but the booze obfuscates who we really are. Find who you are while you still can.
You can do it!
Drinking for 15 years straight now I'm about a year sober and I didn't know I could feel this good
That's awesome😃!
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I am doing fantastic this past year-and-a-half since I quit drinking. My life has basically gone in a positive direction ever since I put the drink down. I have a large amount of energy for work I have a positive attitude towards my job I take care of my lady and my little doggy with pleasure and he's ever since I'm not craving or just being a drunk idiot. My anxiety level dropped to a super low level which is very exciting because I have PTSD when I got stabbed nine times and 2007 and that's kind of the reason I started drinking so hard but it's to kill my anxiety. But ever since I quit I don't have anxiety like that anymore
@@jeremydeansausages1985 what a blessing you are to this community. I truly appreciate your update and please don't be a stranger :)
@@GettingSoberAgain I highly appreciate you for even caring. And I hope all is well for you and everybody reading this. It's not that hard to do it you just got to stay focused. And if you're having a hard time I've actually just realized if I start cleaning my house it takes my brain off of all my craving and my place looks good so that's a plus period once again I thank you very much for actually giving a crap and good luck to everybody
God bless you, and everyone who is quitting drinking😊
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I wasn't drinking everyday, but i was being a weekend warrior. Ive only been off the alcohol for 2 weeks and already experiencing all the positive things mentally and physically. My biggest problem wasn't hangovers, but depression the next day. Thank you for this awesome video brother.👍
I am happy that you are getting YOURSELF back. People don't value themselves enough these days to do what their mind/body and souls NEED!
Same here. Two weeks today and I already feel better. Plus I added juicing. I am Cali sober and I will never quit weed.
Sounds like me 8.5 years ago that’s how long I’ve been sober. Some days I think about a beer. Also now I can never drink again.good for you boss
Me too!
Same!!
I been an alcoholic for over 20 years. I have one year and 5 months alcohol free. I feel amazing! Thank you, Lord Jesus, for saving me. 🙏♥
🇨🇦 day5 here, I’m just “Sick & Tired” of being “Sick & Tired”.
Hang in there. It'll get better
I sing that song every time I wake up
Literally my thought most mornings. Right on the dot.
Sick and tired of being tired and sick!
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3 days sober, 19 days no smoking. I have quitters flu boo hoo. I numbed out narcisstic abuse but now I cry and heal from it. Thank you for this video x
Thanks for being here and commenting! It means a lot :)
Stay on it. Worth it 👌🌹🍷🌹
Keep it up
You can do it!
How is it going now Claire?
I was sober for 3 years and loving life and then I started drinking again during the pandemic. I'm going back to sobriety. Thanks for reminding me what the benefits are!
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I did this too. I am ready to quit again, and so grateful to have this information and a viewpoint that is kind when it comes to letting alcohol go.
Convid
@@tommysherman7155 anything else?
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3 weeks in doing ok still struggling... Stay strong everyone... Your not alone out there an you can do this!!!
You're doing great! Keep it up!
Keep going!! Stay Hard!!
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Yes I do to this day I am still sober I honestly have lost track of the days😂 I have no interest in going back to my old ways... I've lost at least 30 lbs and finally found a new job. I'll be back in the work force in August. I have rough days from time to time. But have learned to reflect. Now I can see how much better I am as a person in every single aspect. It's not easy digging myself out of this hole I created for my self but I know for a fact .. with hard work and my sobriety at 30yrs old my life is just beginning. Thank you for your channel and genuine care I appreciate and respect you as a friend and teacher!!! Thanks for the support.
@@xavierp.5460 That's an incredible update!! You are truly an inspiration and one to admire. Congratulations to you and all of your success thus far!!
After 10 years of sobriety, I started drinking again. I can feel my health declining. My BP is through the roof. I literally spent my last $100.00 at a bar last night. I'm beginning to miss my sober years. That's why I am 'surfing' the internet - to remind me of the angst of drinking daily. I appreciate this man's enthusiasm and positive vibes. This is helping me form reasoning and the will to accomplish the power I need to overcome my addiction. Thank you for the good messaging. I can do this again
Thanks for finding our community! Though I wish it were under better circumstances, I believe you have what it takes to dig yourself out of the trenches and be of service to the people here who relate to your message!
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Matt, try switching the alcohol for cannabis and use that time to either watch comedy, something inspirational, do something creative or do some self-reflecting, particularly on negative experiences from your past. I gave the alcohol up because it did me little good, but I have a little bit of cannabis an hour before bed each night because it does me a kind of good that is unique. Yes, I highly recommend it, at least try it even if you fell 'it's not for you'.
@@SliszMeisterGeneral California sober does work for some folks
You can do this, Matt! Just a bump in the road. Make another commitment, to yourself, brother. God bless
I am 28,quit drinking,haven't felt this good since i was 17 and an athlete,sincerely,i didn't expected this
That's Great to hear! How long have you been sober?!
@@GettingSoberAgain 3 weeks,quit smoking and drinking at the same time,i have cravings like once a day now but i brush them away fast and easy.
2 hard weeks for me,then it all got easier.
Thank you for making this channel,the world needs more people like you
Wow, that’s absolutely fantastic! Well done; keep up the good work! 💪
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I must say this popped up on my feed and I felt I had to watch it as I’ve recently under gone a life changing transformation. After 22 years of chronic weed smoking and drinking I’ve decided it’s time for change. So I’m on week 5 of no weed and no booze. Im down 20lbs, my sleep is substantial better, I’ve started reading again, massive improvement to my speech and intelligence. Thank you for your time and this encouraging video!
AMAZING!! I look forward to hearing more of your progress reports! PROGRESS > PERFECTION
@@GettingSoberAgain thanks for the recognition. I’m very optimistic about where I’ll be in 3 months. I look forward to more of your content.
A month in 5 days. Going for a lifetime I'm on top of the world.
Awesome! Keep comin'!
What r u gonna do in five days ?
Not drinking probably
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I'm 28, on day 14 of my journey to sobriety and 7 months of no smoking. I hope to go my whole lifetime not going back to those things. If anyone is in the same boat, you got this! Stay strong and keep on fighting! 🤙
Thanks for your encouragement Kenny!
How you doing sir? I'm on a similarly journey. 28 yr old, day 20, never smoked tho.
I'm 59. I quit at 50 as a present to myself.
BEST. DECISION. *EVER!*
I was very athletic all my life.
Now I twice the athlete.
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@@GettingSoberAgain, I have nothing but positive things to say. Today, as part of a much bigger workout, I did 160 strict pull-ups. People think I'm 45-47 years old. I can't express how ridiculous drinking seems to me now. And when I'm around drinkers, I let them do their thing, but I pity them. Each to his own.
@@xyzct 160????????? Omg you are a beast!!
I'm only on two days sober, but I'm determined to make this happen. Thank you for this video!!
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5 years no drinking, I feel like a new man and my body looks amazing compared to when I drank everyday. I highly recommend quitting alcohol or at least drink occasionally
Now THATS a comment!!!! Congrats to you! Feel free to drop some knowledge in the comments. I'm sure there are many people that are curious about your success
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I stopped drinking during the week and learned to enjoy small amounts of bourbon for the flavor and to share with friends. Manage it very well and look forward to the hydration and week days with no alcohol. I’ve dropped 30 pounds in 8 weeks too.
@@jorgy1470 woah!!! A better life balance and weight lost?! Congrats to you and your strength. Be patient with your journey. Keep me posted
Cleo hows life treating ya? It's been a year since this comment, just wanted to check and see if you got to year 6?!
I was a 20 year functioning alcoholic. I gave up last October 19th 2020. I drank for four nights over Xmas, stopped for 3 days and then a 300cl bottle of Jack for New Years Eve... Not touched a drop in 21 and I don't even miss it.
Fitter, healthier, more positive outlook, stronger, energetic, goals getting smashed, skin looks better.
Best thing I have ever done for myself in my near 51 years. You can do it if you want to. Believe in yourself people. Good luck. X
I would be cautious with your optimism. The drinking is a symptom of underlying mental health issues ( this is absolutely true no matter what a person believes ). I would suggest going to an AA or some other group setting for therapy session.
I say this because I have done exactly what you just described (several times) and never faced the real issues hiding under my false facade of a “normal” guy.
Be safe!
@@ch34pskate16 Thank you for your thoughts. 👍
Fantastic individualized recommendation. I speak from my own experience and of course everyone's journey will be their own! Thank you for your knowledge and feel free to share more as it comes to mind. Together we succeed, and there are many struggling in silence :)
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@@GettingSoberAgain I am very well thank you.
I drank a bottle of champagne on 29th June to celebrate England beating Germany in a ko football competition for the first time in my lifetime and I had 4 beers last Sunday during the final.
Back off the drink and not craving it at all.
Making the decision to not drink on a regular basis was the best thing I have done in years.
Really appreciate you checking in. 👍
Today I am 30 days and this is all so true! Amazing.
Heck yeaaaaaaaah!!!! Keep it up! Continue to inspire and manifest the world around you. You should be proud!
Wowww that’s some motivation right there☝🏽 I’m officially day one in the books about to snooze sober after years of drinking. I’m not even telling my family but hopefully will let my actions speak for themselves
@@juelzd7172 More power to ya! When you make it thru the first 3 days, don't look back.
I found it easiest to be transparent with my friends and family about sobriety so that I didn't give myself the space to go back on my decision.
Everyone is different. Keep us posted on your progress. I have 72 videos now to date, this was episode 31 you watched. Stay tuned!
Today im half of year and 1 week without any chems - alcho, cigarets, weed. That fantastic, but first two month like a hell.
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Great to hear the positive effects of no alcohol. I'm living with a drinker now and starting to drink more myself. The tension and negativity in the relationship is really starting to show.
I speak from experience...The tension and negativity virtually disappear SOBER!
❤
Be careful.. slippery slope .. in my experience
I quit drinking a while back (I revisit videos like this for motivation), and in my experience my marriage went from okay to rocky, to outstanding. I'm much more patient with my spouse when I'm not dealing with the physiological effects of alcohol or it's withdrawal. Praying for you!
@@joelfisk Hallelujah!!!
Hard to quit but absolutely the best I've ever felt.
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When COVID 19 came into our world I was off work one morning and walking home from the liquor store at about 7 am, I passed a line of people and I asked a girl what the line was for and she said it was a food line. I was standing there with an 18 pack at 7 am and she was standing in a line for food at 7 am. April 28th 2021 is just a few more days away and that will be a year of no alcohol for me! I sleep. I can focus. I find endless ways to be more efficient about anything. My work peers are having a hard time keeping up!. Thank you for your video.
I like that thought a few more days away, good on you. Even though it is a couple weeks. The thought is there to ease the mind.
Or you did a typo, either way, good on you!!
That's a great story thank you for sharing. I'm sure someone relates to what you went through :)
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Today is Day 16 for me. Last night was a struggle but I got through it. With me quitting both drinking and smoking it’s tough to tell which I’m really having withdrawals from 🤷🏿♂️. These videos are very helpful to rewatch whenever doubt creeps into my head or at night when it’s more vulnerable to have a drink or cig! The longest I went without drinking was 45 days. This time feels a lot different in the sense of me really focused and wanting to not go back. Anxiety has gone all the way down. Def not as bad as it was. Everyday will get better so let’s get it
That is in fact what is up! 😎 Going into this weekend like the 300💪🏽🗡️
When u get that urge go to the gym
You got this. Keep it up.
keep at it !!
A year later, how are you doing?!
Jae, I’m 600 days sober tomorrow 👍 came back to this episode to check back in
Woaaaaaaah!!!!!! I love it!!! Tell the people some of your pros and cons and what you've learned over these 600 days 😎
20 months sober, grateful every day for it
That's amaaaaaaaaazing!
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137 days since I quit drinking. My sex life has exploded and I'm losing weight and working out. I haven't been this focused in decades.
I quit drinking in 2019 for 6-7 months, and ate clean and healthy. Lost all un needed fat; 250 > 200lbs and lean.
Covid knocked me on my ass with depression and I drank and ate bad all year. Back to 250+ ugh!
So, here we are again… starting over!
You got this Randy!! Fall 7 times get up 8!!
Loser
Simp
Just found this video and can relate to your comment. Hope you are feeling strong in your journey. I’m getting geared up to start mine
U really gone blame COVID 😂
Ty brother. I’m now on day five after four day’s withdrawing from alcohol . Your clip gives me hope and motivation . Not only will I watch this daily but I’m going to journal progress daily. Much love brobro!
Great effort!!!
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@davidross - hope you're doing fine; I'm on day 23. Thanks for the channel @GettingSober ...Again
45 days sober, here. This is my longest sober stretch since I was a kid, nearly 40 now. I struggle with sobriety every day still. These videos help keep me motivated. Thank you for sharing.
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@@chrisakans received! 🎉
I used to drink every day, from morning to night, week after week. I've been off the booze for 19 days now and I'm getting better and better, I don't want to go back to being bad.
I wanted to thank the owner of this channel for, even though the video is old, you keep stopping by in the comments and giving support, thank you so much!!!!
19 days is a HUGE improvement Pablo! You should be proud of yourself and do everything in your power to preserve this amazing gift of sobriety. Repeat after me: "Sobriety is MINE and I'm NOT GIVING IT BACK!!!"
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You're forgetting the ambulance ride to the ER when you stop drinking. Been there done that. Almost died. Dr. said I was fortunate. Haven't drank since--not an experience I wish to repeat. And was able to kick everyone out of my life, finally. Sweet, wonderful peace...
I pray and hope everyone who is struggling to stop drinking alcohol can stop and start to feel healthier❤I know what it's like. I have been sober for over two years. I see my brother slowly dying from alcoholism and it breaks my heart.
I always said "I'm not addicted" until the day I created a spreadsheet to keep track of my daily routine and it turns out that I was drinking pretty much 6 out of 7 days a week.
Last week I decided to stop and what really helped me was the fact that the following day I was in the supermarket and I said "let's buy a couple of beers". That hit so hard on me and at the same time is helping me to stay on the right path.
Thanks for sharing this video and thanks for people that are commenting 🙌🏻
Having spent the majority of my adult life in the US Navy I have finally decided I have had enough. I'm on day 27 and feeling better everyday. Lost 12 lbs so far and reduced my high blood pressure now down to a slightly below normal range for my age. Still got a long way to go, but videos like this one help a lot. Thank you for making this one. All 20 things are absolutely true and I hope to continue on past 30, 90 and hopefully a lot longer.
Hey alriiiiiiiight mark! Thank you for your service and stay blessed
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How is it going? You are not alone and this is a great community here at getting sober We care about you , please dont stop trying!
I am on day three and I have a lot of anguish luckily I have some Xanax which I do not abuse I’ve done this before I’ve stopped for a year and backtracking a while ago and just recently in January of this year I stop for a month but went back this time I’m sick of it especially going through all of this anguish and anxiety I’m going to steadfast. How many days did it take you before you start feeling any Anguish anxiety
@@johnannoreno07 there's definitely therapeutic benefits to Xanax. But obviously it's highly addictive. I never abused it myself but found it greatly helpful
Thanks for this. I'm 67 years old, a former Army Special Forces veteran, 25 years law enforcement and 3 years as a security contractor in Afghanistan. I've been of the opinion that drinking has made everything much easier until last month when I was turned down for life insurance because of liver function, and I have a wife and daughter. I'm drinking as I type this. I have about 1 1/2 drinks left in the bottle, then God willing that's it. I'm done.
taper off the best you can. don't go out on a bang ya know? it's all about preparation. check out my episode about the three P's, preparation, practice and patience. Thank you for your service and there will be lots of love for you in the comments below!
Good Luck get off my lawn!
33 years old.
6 years in the 75th Ranger Regiment, 3 years contractor in AFG.
Getting sober now. 3 days in.
No shame in finishing that 1 1/2 then starting.
load up with D3 K2 and get on Milk Thistle this will help
castor oil/olive oil spoonfull no sugar no wheat no dairy in 30 DAYS you will see BIG Difference
If you have been drinking for about a liter of spirits, there is no escape. not even tapering off. you need to go to the hospital to detox for about a week. you may hallucinate and get seizures and even die but hey its that or liver failure. you just have to bite down hope for the best good luck
Yep there's a HUGE difference between passing out and sleeping ...
People who are here know why. Keep up the work everyone. Great video for people as well.
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THANKS! Been on the fence… “to drink or not to drink.” I know…. I think I’ll watch this everyday for a few days and get it though my thick head.
I'm happy to hear that you are another step closer to living your best life! This is episode 31 that you just watched. Our most popular to date! I also have another video that is similar about quitting alcohol for 90 days!
We have over 150 timeless videos and a ton of helpful members in our comment section as well as trained moderators to keep us all on the right track!
Make sure you properly prepare for your sober journey! Map it out, know when you rest, where there may be detours, etc…
People spend more time preparing for a trip to the beach than they do for journey into sobriety...
Watch these two episodes below before you start your sober journey!!
This is a journey that takes 3 major things
-Preparation
-Practice
-Patience
I made an episode specifically for this!
Episode 87 called "The 3 P's of Sobriety: Preparation, Practice, Patience" ua-cam.com/video/fin3NoiTJIk/v-deo.html
I also did one specifically on the PREPARATION part, episode 103: "Preparing to get Sober"
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WATCH THEM BOTH AND GET BACK TO ME :)
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Hey Kristy, Happy Labor Day! We wanted to checkup on ya and see how your journey into self improvement is working out =)
9,5 years of being sober.
It's a new dawn.
It's a new day.
It's a new life for me,
and I am feeling good.
Wellllll imma have Nina Simone in my head all day lol
The first minute of this video was exactly the first steps of my journey. The blood pressure the sleep the memory. This video is the truth from beginning to end
✊🏽💜🧡💙💛💚💪🏽
Any updates on the old ticker?
Number 9...I had MRIs for my neck "going out" issue that lasted 2 decades. 6 months sober and my neck is fine. Thanks for sharing the positives.
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@@GettingSoberAgain Actually yes. I have also noticed that my dopamine system is normalizing. I am back to enjoying simple things like hiking, and kayaking.
@@hopshlooken that's amazing!! I think a lot of people are hoping to get to where you are :)
How's life treating you these days?
@@GettingSoberAgain I have introduced alcohol back into my life. But not like before. Just a small (4oz) glass of wine when visiting friends and family if they are having one. No bars. Nothing with meals at restaurants that serve alcohol. I guess I don't feel like its my vise, or enemy any more. How about you?
I've been sober 63 days and after rehab after rehab I've finally managed to quit on my own . I feel fantastic and finally managing my health and responsibilities. Thank you for sharing this .. you are helping more people like myself than you know.
NIKKI!!!! THATS WONDERFUL TO HEAR!! Please consider being an active subscriber here on this channel! We need more people like YOU to help support people during their sensitive journey into sobriety. We will be going live tonight from 7-9pm eastern. If you can make it, please say hello and meet the others!! :)
Today is day 36 for me!! I was drinking half pint to a pint every night, and my mental clarity is so much better. God Bless you all and much love to all my brothers and sisters
Will be 12 Year's Sober by God's grace this January...🙏♥️
I'm on day three. Its almost 7 o'clock and I've made it another day. Thank you for the video. I can totally relate. Went into a clean kitchen this morning! Thanks again for this video.
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Roger that!
How is it going? You are not alone and this is a great community here at getting sober We care about you , please dont stop trying!
I feel the clean kitchen thing lol
God bless you take it 1 day at a time 🙏🏽💪🏽💯✊🏽
I'm into day 20 now.I quit Whisky at Easter.I feel great mentally & physically.I still want that drink when i walk in the door, i just ignore that demon now.
You're getting close to being on the positive end of NOT DRINKING when you get home being the habit. So so close. Report back when you get there!
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Thanks for sharing this video. I know I’m a couple years late but I’m on this very journey myself. Today marks 6 days sober from alcohol! It’s not a significant time under the belt but it sure beats the alternative. I’m already beginning to experience several changes you’ve listed since I quit last week and know it’ll continue to get better going forward. I did admit myself into an outpatient women’s only rehab facility to help provide me with necessary tools in remaining sober, getting to recognize triggers, all while working on my mental health. I’m eating much better and healthier. I have 2 children who need me and loving parents who would be mortified if they lost their daughter because I’ve noticed some bad health changes from alcohol consumption. The only way to heal is to put down the drink which I did. If I continue on I’ll be dead…I’m only 36! For all going through a new journey to sobriety, we’ve got this! And those who have a lot of sobriety time, I look up to you and cannot wait to reach that point myself!
6 days is wonderful don't knock it. We'll done
Awesome 🎉🙌💪🤗and congratulations!!! Proud of you !! Thanks for the inspiration ❤️🤩💪🙏
I’m 45 days sober and this is all soooo true!
Made me laugh a lot because drinking seems so silly to me now.
I knew the pan was hot but kept touching it
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I needed this. I just quit drinking again and day two, Sunday evening, beer o’clock and needed a boost
Day 477 no alcohol at all.I sleep better,i am more of myself,a happy and positive human being as i am,alcohol made me a negative person for me and my closed ones. My wallet is fuller as i was spending too much on beers and spirits.For all the souls out there that are struggling with this poison i know its difficult at first but dont give up on yourselves. You deserve better than this
Thank you for this!
Love the comment, thank you for sharing your experience!
You're inspiring!! Blessings
My second day of sobriety. This helped me a lot
I’m starting today quitting alcohol. My mental health has gotten worse and alcohol makes me feel worst the next day. I hate it because it’s starting to ruin some things in my life. I really want to get better mentally and physically and also able to do more in life instead of always be in bed because I’m always hangover. It’s time to quit!
It's time indeed :):):)
@@GettingSoberAgain thanks I’m 7days without alcohol. My first weekend for so long that I’ve got to accomplished some stuff that I’ve put aside in the past couple of weeks. Also feels so good getting up early Saturday and Sunday at 8am and not 4pm with no headaches.
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Aloha! How has your journey been treating you? Many of us, if not all of us, make tons of mistakes along our journey into sobriety. Mental health is a treasure that we can all do a better job of protecting =)
this video is so great. I'm 46, and I've been a regular drinker from by late teens, up until a few years ago, when I decided to decrease my alcohol intake significantly... then about a month ago, I made the decision to stop drinking completely - I just quit cold turkey... I have noticed a bit less headaches, and overall aches & pains, and I feel like my sleep quality has improved ever so slightly. I just felt that it was time to start living healthier. I was tired of the sluggishness and the mini hangovers that I've always gotten, even if I have 2 or 3 drinks. I also was tired of having to depend on alcohol for social situations, and to unwind and decompress. I no longer want to live that way anymore... but I will say that its been easier than I expected to stay off alcohol. I don't have the cravings that I thought I would have. I will try to keep it up for as long as I can. we'll see how it goes...
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@@GettingSoberAgain how’s it going now David? Just interested to see if you kept it up and how it’s gone for you. Don’t have a big problem, but like yourself, just a bit fed up with it sometimes, did you stick to it?
Thanks for this video. Before I knew it I was drinking 15 - 20 drinks each day. Then weekends were usually much heavier. I have had tons of side effects. Like you said, my blood pressure was through the roof, my abs were long gone. I was always tired. I am on track now! Day by day
Thank you!!! Honest, concise, real information on the damage of alcohol in your life. I quit drinking for 30 days (18 months ago) and never went back! Bottom line, I love the feeling of being free, healthy physically, mentally, and emotionally.
You said it! I'm proud of you for making a real change in your life!
Thank you for spreading positivity today ❤️
I’m 2 weeks sober and feeling awesome! I never thought I’d be able to give up after drinking more or less everyday and being drunk at least twice a week for 25 years! This is the best decision I’ve ever made! Great video ☺️☺️
Thanks for checking in, Lana! I'm happy to hear that you've made it to two weeks of sobriety and I hope that you do not take this for granted!
It will take Some getting used to doing life without alcohol but all you need is just a first time of social gatherings, birthdays, holidays, etc. Found that once I've had two occasions of saying no to each one of those events, I really put the nail in the coffin!
Don't be a stranger and good luck
Hi Lana, just checking in to see how you are doing! this is a great community here at getting sober and I am glad you are here!
@@CD-zy5te hey there! I’m doing surprisingly well actually! Gonna be 3 weeks sober tomorrow and I haven’t had any cravings! No alcohol in the house is keeping me on the straight and narrow, and I’ve even been to a gig where my partner had a few pints and I wasn’t even tempted 😱 Thanks for the check in buddy ☺️😘
@@lanawilliams7615 I am so glad to hear that you are doing well!
Lana, I hope you are well, please stay in touch!
I quit drinking 3 years ago,I started drinking when I woke up till I passed out,I was drinking a 30 pack a day. Stopped cold turkey,oh I got the gout which contributed to me stopping the insanity,and I opened up my own painting company. I have been drinking since I was little my uncle's used to give us pony bottles of beer make us hide from the mom's. I'm 48 and sober !
I get gout about every year. I just quit drinking and hope to God I don't get gout anymore! Pure torture!
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@@GettingSoberAgain I'm two weeks in. Still feeling good. Definitely a lot more productive
Thank you for this. I truly enjoyed your positive upbeat outlook but you are also realistic. This is Day 2 for me. I have to stop drinking for too many reasons. "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired"❤
Hey Kate! Thanks for YOUR positivity today.
Remember, sobriety is a journey. And like all journeys, there will be setbacks, delays and detours. Prepare as best as you can for any journey, practice as best as you know how, and be patient with yourself along the way.
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As an older person, also with ADHD, you hit the nail on the head on how alcohol really exacerbates the symptoms and hinders you ability to deal with it on a daily basis. My second time getting sober, as i made the fatal error of thinking that i could control it again after a year off, yes, I'm dumb. So this time, like you, jumping back into music and finding other ways to cope with slowing my brain down. Thanks for the videos, i appreciate the non preachy honest look at it. keep up the good work dude, and good luck with your artistic adventures.
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Great video! I’m just starting my sober journey (day two today). Many of my goals are listed in your video here.
1. Normalize blood pressure
2. Lose 30lbs (I practice fasting and eat fairly healthy the majority of the time but cannot lose the beer weight! Only way is to cut out the extra calories which for me is about 750/day from IPAs lol)
3. Better sleep. I sleep like shit and have been for years. Now I know why.
4. More energy. Sick of feeling fatigued ALL THE TIME. Can’t even remember what “normal” energy feels like. I’m literally always tired.
5. Reverse “bedroom issues” and gain my libido back. Ugh. Nothing worse.
6. Regain sense of calm emotional control. I’ve def noticed I’ve been less stable lately. Quicker to anger, to doom and despair etc. this ain’t me.
And if there’s more, those are just bonuses. Cutting out a several-year habit of about 6 beers/night, just about every damn night. I think it really took hold during lockdowns and hasn’t let up since. Now at 48 I’m really seeing the detriments to my health and well-being and am PUMPED to get things back on track! Thanks again for the encouragement!
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Today is my 30th day being sober . I ended up getting a dui a month ago and it made me realize that i was becoming somebody that i don't want to be . After these thirty days i feel like im slowly becoming myself again . I picked up guitar for the first time and haven't been able to drop it sense its definitely helped getting through those first weeks of feeling absolutely terrible . Watching videos like this has helped me so much , thank you !
I'm glad you were able to get back to sharing your talents with the world. Welcome back! Stay blessed and check in from time to time :)
That's wonderful, keep it up!
The craziest thing about not drinking is how everyone else reacts when you tell them. I get looks like I have two heads, some can't handle it at all.
I have been sober for 11 years and I lost many of my old friends and new ones don’t really feel comfortable if they drink and we are out. Then you have the ones that instead of supporting and admiring the work you have put in, are always pushing for you to have “ JUST ONE”
Throw in a vegan diet and you can pretty well be misunderstood on all sides. People act like it is a personal attack on their way of life. Well done to all the strong people here wishing to find a more meaningful life! Blessings all!!
This is so frustrating.
Some, if not most people definitely like it’s a personal attack on them when I don’t drink.
It’s like I’m indirectly saying “your life choices are terrible, look how holy and right I am!”
What most people fail to understand is that my choice not to drink has NOTHING to do with them.
It is MY personal decision which only affects me.
It seems to bring out other people’s insecurities about their choices.
Not that I care. I really don’t but they fail to comprehend that
People don't want you to change and get well because that means they have to change and get well amen
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@@GettingSoberAgain I slipped and had a few beers over the 4th of July weekend. Felt terrible for the next two days. I think I'm done now.
Thanks so much, no expert in any prolonged video did that make it so clear ever !!!
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19 days sober from alcohol! Best decision I have ever made for myself. Everything you’re saying is true. The headaches are finally gone and my body has been thanking me
👏👏👏
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I’m on week 3. No issues at all except a couple days being grumpy. My mom goes today for an mri on the cysts on her liver. She’s actually considering quitting alcohol. I’d never thought I’d here her say that. Let’s hope her and my little sister decide to quit too.
That's incredible! We always say "you never know who you're going to inspire with your sobriety"
We even made an episode about it!
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Quitting alcohol was the best decision I ever made! Your points are all correct. Good for you! I hope you’re keeping up with it!
Day 6 in the books- I was planning on taking a 45 day break but learning more facts about alcohol’s negative health impacts has me thinking
I'm at day one. I'm determined to continue sober living. I knew I'd been drinking way too much for a while but also realized how much anxiety I was having and how poorly my sleep was (thanks smart watch) and finally decided to do something about it. I like your down to earth approach and intend to watch more of your videos! Thanks!
congratulations on making this huge leap into the next chapter of your life!
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Finding out that I’m a Type 2 Diabetic has motivated me to put down the beer cans as well as other lifestyle changes. It’s been 7 days and so far so good.
SO COOL!!! Thanks for sharing and we look forward to hearing more
Well congrats.
For me the opposite.
I just got my blood work back after more than 4 months of zero alcohol. A1C level jumped 3 points. (5.6 up to 5.9)
I'm so pissed. So much for the health benefits of not drinking. I thought giving up alcohol would help.
Keep it up
There's some delicious food out there without sugar and carbs take care of your diet and curb that diabetes you can do it
Thank you so much for this. I was recently involved in a car accident as a result of drunk driving. It was very traumatic and it left me despising alcohol. This video just confirmed every thought I was having. Today is day 5 , 25 days to go and counting.
1.5 months "sober". Could only ever handle 3 drinks at any one time, but i think it's just as difficult to quit 2 habitual drinks a day, as it is to quit a heavier addiction.
FOMO is a huge one for me. It’s one of the key reasons I’ve struggled to quit. Thanks tremendously for this video!
You can say that again! Everyone thinks they can't have fun anymore, but the truth is, you go from having shallow interactions to falling in love with your true self, looking at everyone else as if they're clinging to their pacifiers.
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How is it going? You are not alone and this is a great community here at getting sober We care about you , please dont stop trying!
I got sober two weeks ago... I imagine this channel is going to be a part of the journey...
How much were you drinking and how long have u been drinking if you don't mind me asking?
I drank every night for about 8 years. I drank enough to get pretty darn drunk. Usually at least a six pack of strong tall boys. If I could afford it. But i would also switch it up. I'd drink whiskey or wine in stints in between all the beer. I've been known to put down four 40oz malt liquors in a " night."
But you might should know that THIS sobriety is more about heavy hardcore drug use. I was on H and meth and benzos and coke real real bad in the last year. I almost died about two and a half weeks ago. I'm 33 and I've been doing most of those substances, off and on (mostly on), since I was 17. So you can imagine, I have almost died more than a couple of times. Anyway, that last time was the catalyst. Yeup...
@@markwrenn5965 you are strong brother..being able to fight those demons head on is no easy feat. I send strength and courage your way and I hope you always remember why u started this healing journey whenever times get tough...💪💪💪💪💪💪
@@jamisona.5639 I hope so too. Thank you brother. Make no mistake. I am very weak. That's why I am here. But maybe I can be that strong person one of these days thank you man. We're all in this together. And i mean that in every which a way
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“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for you: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” you got this!!
I've just come across your channel, it resonates with me as though you were speaking directly to me, like I was supposed to stumble across this. Actually bought me to tears. Thank you so much, I am going to try harder starting from today.
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I hit my limit on drinking and smoking cigs now it's time to get my weight lifting body "back on"!
Sounds like a plan
You go GURL!
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same same 2 months of insane depression a 12pack and 2 packs of smokes, and no lifting.
Im drinking from 5 year so i will stop drinking from today please pray for me darlings 😊❤ and i will comment after 30days which non alcoholic
We look forward to hearing of your 30 days of success! Time to LOVE YOURSELF...again 😎