SO great, Simon! I'm sitting here, trying to concentrate enough to get things done... During week 1, and I really needed to hear this. Just a few moments ago I was considering going up to the market to buy some "comfort food" to help me get through these cravings and this tension. But instead, I decided to have courage, and just sit here with my feelings for a while longer. I don't want to trade one addiction for another. This whole thing is about retraining myself to "hold still" while I feel all kinds of feelings. Sounds so easy! But 40-some years of escaping comes with a cost. The price I'm paying today is just some emotional discomfort and a little physical tension. Surely I can manage this. But not alone! Without your program, I wouldn't know how to think about this whole process and all the "stuff" that happens while changing behaviors. Okay. Here I go... going to try again to relax and get a few things done this morning. :)
I got totally smashed last weekend! I have been watching your video's all week as I cannot continue on this path. They have been brilliant. Five days and counting. Thank you so much.
I love listening to your talks, they just get better and better. There is so much brilliant advise and you use some wonderful words. These talks are certainly helping my journey, Thank you .
Decided to end my life as I’m back to square one. I get to day 10 or 12 and then everyone a 72 hour bender follows ( always 3 day. ) wife’s gone, I’m on police bail ( which I broke conditions) Ironically I always feel so productive when I’m sober. I mess sure I suffer with depression and anxiety and as Simon says it’s throwing fuel on the fire. I’m on day two and I’ve managed to shower, shave and get back to bed where I’ve been for a few days. I’m scared the police are coming and going through withdrawals badly( shaky, sweaty and full of fear) but I know this will pass tomorrow or day after . It always takes a couple of days to feel normal.... in bed some courage cos right now I’m the cowardly Lion.💔
@@davidwainwright2439 I'm on day 4 again , not too bad , did a year once attended bushy park polysubstance group, did day courses and was busy away from my drinking circle ( did time too 6mnth) Maybe AA pray , make plan for day, Be kind to yourself , Structure
Thank you watched a few now great tools and genuine support much appreciated day 3 for me but feel better this time. I was asked out Friday but I've made plans to stay in and pamper night.
I’m on day 2 and I’ve noticed a lot of people saying that they have relapased and we shouldn’t beat ourselves up as mad as it’s seems and I know this is wrong these statements are now tricking me into having a drink like it’s ok I can forgive myself and this is really scaring me I don’t want to think like this.
Courage is the best way to overcame the feeling of being scared. We should use a setback as a data point to grow, learn and become stronger, they are part of the journey. Simon.
Well, I finally found your UA-cam videos. Quite a bit of content here so for me providing I have a cravings I'll just keep checking out more videos. Thanks!
Your videos are inspiring. I've given up drinking for an hour. Will this harm me?i see online that people can have seizes within 3 days of you giving up?
I stopped drinking on the 18th of August because I wrote it on the calendar. Soo, it's a month tomorrow. If I can stop smoking for 20 years on willpower alone than same goes for drinking...
Are you a member of my FB community? You might find the support and camaraderie from such a group helpful in turning a setback into a come back. Lots of people have been down that road, and they find that being engaged with others on the journey really helps. My FB group is Be Sober - Quit Drinking & Enjoy Life. My website is joinbesober.com. You'll find additional resources there and you can message me and let me know how you're doing.
SO great, Simon! I'm sitting here, trying to concentrate enough to get things done... During week 1, and I really needed to hear this.
Just a few moments ago I was considering going up to the market to buy some "comfort food" to help me get through these cravings and this tension. But instead, I decided to have courage, and just sit here with my feelings for a while longer. I don't want to trade one addiction for another. This whole thing is about retraining myself to "hold still" while I feel all kinds of feelings.
Sounds so easy! But 40-some years of escaping comes with a cost. The price I'm paying today is just some emotional discomfort and a little physical tension. Surely I can manage this. But not alone! Without your program, I wouldn't know how to think about this whole process and all the "stuff" that happens while changing behaviors.
Okay. Here I go... going to try again to relax and get a few things done this morning. :)
Well done on dealing with cravings! Dealing with discomfort is a big milestone! I'm so glad you are finding the program helpful!
I got totally smashed last weekend! I have been watching your video's all week as I cannot continue on this path. They have been brilliant. Five days and counting. Thank you so much.
I love listening to your talks, they just get better and better. There is so much brilliant advise and you use some wonderful words. These talks are certainly helping my journey, Thank you .
Thanks Judy - I am so glad they are helping. Keep tuning in, new videos every Tuesday & Thursday 6:30pm UK time.
Decided to end my life as I’m back to square one. I get to day 10 or 12 and then everyone a 72 hour bender follows ( always 3 day. ) wife’s gone, I’m on police bail ( which I broke conditions)
Ironically I always feel so productive when I’m sober. I mess sure I suffer with depression and anxiety and as Simon says it’s throwing fuel on the fire.
I’m on day two and I’ve managed to shower, shave and get back to bed where I’ve been for a few days.
I’m scared the police are coming and going through withdrawals badly( shaky, sweaty and full of fear) but I know this will pass tomorrow or day after . It always takes a couple of days to feel normal.... in bed some courage cos right now I’m the cowardly Lion.💔
@@davidwainwright2439 I'm on day 4 again , not too bad , did a year once attended bushy park polysubstance group, did day courses and was busy away from my drinking circle ( did time too 6mnth) Maybe AA pray , make plan for day, Be kind to yourself , Structure
Ugh..I'm on day one again. I needed to hear this. Thank you!
Thank you watched a few now great tools and genuine support much appreciated day 3 for me but feel better this time. I was asked out Friday but I've made plans to stay in and pamper night.
Hi Julia, Glad the videos are helping, hope the pamper night was awesome - Simon
I’m on day 2 and I’ve noticed a lot of people saying that they have relapased and we shouldn’t beat ourselves up as mad as it’s seems and I know this is wrong these statements are now tricking me into having a drink like it’s ok I can forgive myself and this is really scaring me I don’t want to think like this.
Courage is the best way to overcame the feeling of being scared. We should use a setback as a data point to grow, learn and become stronger, they are part of the journey. Simon.
Thank you again, Simon. This is great stuff!
Thanks - I hope you enjoyed it!
Well, I finally found your UA-cam videos. Quite a bit of content here so for me providing I have a cravings I'll just keep checking out more videos. Thanks!
Great 👍 now you know where to come. Make sure you subscribe, there are new videos every Tuesday and Thursday 😊
Thanks for the information!
Hope the information helps! - Simon
Your videos are inspiring. I've given up drinking for an hour. Will this harm me?i see online that people can have seizes within 3 days of you giving up?
I stopped drinking on the 18th of August because I wrote it on the calendar. Soo, it's a month tomorrow. If I can stop smoking for 20 years on willpower alone than same goes for drinking...
Fantastic 👍🏻
Thanks!
I'm still recovering it is been about 2 weeks and lots of stress in life . I feel like I'm dying . But I'm not going to drink
You can do it - I have replied to your other comment with a link to my programme, - I think you should take a look. Simon
@@besober I'm definitely checking it out now. Just been on bed all day . Thank you kind sir
Cooking dinner early is a great tip. They do it in Spain because of the heat.
Thanks Susan! I hope you are keeping well :)
Thank you sir.
You're very welcome!
Chapple great name
They do pass and get less often ...
Yes they do!
Another day 1 today.
Are you a member of my FB community? You might find the support and camaraderie from such a group helpful in turning a setback into a come back. Lots of people have been down that road, and they find that being engaged with others on the journey really helps. My FB group is Be Sober - Quit Drinking & Enjoy Life. My website is joinbesober.com. You'll find additional resources there and you can message me and let me know how you're doing.
@@besober Thank you for all you do, we need more people like you in this world ❤️