Quitting drinking as well as smoking cigarettes 9 months ago, all benefits everyone has mentioned, but I sure have seen more money in pockets. Wine is my poison. 4 Stages of Alcohol and Drug Rehab Recovery, What to Do If Dry January Didnt Work for You, The Risks of Using Alcohol to Relieve Anxiety, Dry January: The Benefits of a Month Without Alcohol, The Risks of Drinking Alcohol While Taking Lexapro, Sleep Problems Associated With Alcohol Misuse, The Dangers of Mixing Alcohol and Medications, Mild, Moderate, and Severe Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms. Sleeping better, In the next two months I will wean myself off sugar. Alan completed a postgraduate degree in social work from Columbia University in New York City and is a licensed clinical social worker in FL, NJ, NC and SC. You are finally controlling what has controlled you. Take care. Sometimes almost both. Unfortunately I discovered when I started drinking again that Im unable to moderate long term. Im about to try! I am confident she will consume less over time because of me. I thought the social aspect would both me, it doesnt. I wish every one of you the bliss I am feeling now knowing i dont have cancer. I also was hoping for instant weight loss but its happening just now. Again this is a long list! Im looking forward to the health benefits. Still working on the energy thing and thankfully my memory is improving. WebWhy six weeks no alcohol before a liver test A 34-year-old male asked: Liver blood values got 50 u/l-gpt 84 u/l-ggt 118 u/l , big problem? Every day is a page. Not good. So yes, a few good things. I was looking up what happens to your body when your alcohol free for 52 days . Dont believe everything you read, I have been working on reducing my alcohol intake, from 2 drinks a night to 2 a week. I have called this self enabling as that describes it nicely for meI am my own worst enemy. But the thing is The only reason I hadnt quit was because the people around me were telling me I didnt have to, or shouldnt. My time in the morning is not spent by a major hangover. What is a weekend? I will be 10 months sober in 1 week. So, giving up alcohol can help you to avoid these potentially deadly diseases. One week, well done, it goes on and on. No drinking alcohol in just over 3 months. I never really had a hangover, cuz my alcohol level had plateaued. i underwent numerous tests and had 6 litres of the 10 litres of fluid drained. How Sleep Satisfaction Affects Your Energy Level Throughout The Day Sleep Foundation. I had gained weight, barely got out of bed, hid bottles from my husband. Im skinny and have gained 6 needed lbs. For the last few days I was wondering why I was feeling sick, irritable, not getting hardly any sleep, cold sweats, the whole shabang. The sugar cravings and dehydration are no joke. I guess its only 36 days and Im reading more longer term improvement is possible as I abstain and this is keeping me a little level. However, increased loneliness during isolation & living alone no family increases. Talk about vague, unexciting, and un-motivating. Im 6 months sober now and feel great . Worth fighting. I wish you well. i just need to know i will be okay. Smug Club, for sure. Had Covid and stomach virus at the same time 6 weeks ago. Only 3 weeks into my journey. I havent lost weight although I am careful what I eat. Its stubbornness is making me nervous af though, I am seeing my physician mid January for more kidney tests (so far so good, may be okay) and Ill have to ask him then. I hated the fact that my kids had seen me drunk. i wish everybody the best of luck on their journey to becoming alcohol free. Figure out what works for you and leave the rest. in the evenings! Havent decided if this is permanent. Nothing seems to help I drink waters with lemon I dont eat junk food any tips appreciated thank you. This article wouldnt get someone out of bed in the morning. My biggest concern is I dont know if I can ever go back to just social drinking. Relationships between Age, Sex, Self-Esteem and Attitudes Towards Alcohol Use Amongst University Students. I owe it a lot to them, because of them I get 2020. I believe my mind will become more clear as time goes on and I often look up articles that predict what I will experience going forward from my 3rd month of sobriety I am at now. Having my partner commit to the year also helped as we pulled the other through a wavering moment, we joined a gym and we removed all alcohol, wine glasses or anything else that reminded us of booze. They impact our jobs, our social connections and ultimately the time we get to spend doing. Days one to seven: Your nervous system will start to respond to the absence of alcohol. i am off it 10 months the weight fell off me at first too very fast. Think the booze and fags caused it. It buys you time until cravings are gone. Today is also 15 days being sober from marijuana which I dont miss at all, as I couldnt stand the way it made my head feel any longer after I used to love it. The cravings, they get less powerful and less often but still come, at least for me. I have also experienced the craving of sweets that others have mentioned which in moderation hasnt been too bad for my weight. Keep on the lookout for these triggers all the time to help you stay sober and keep away from alcohol and booze. Your immune system is also functioning better, and your liver is loving life at this point too. I quit drinking because I knew I would end up dead at an early age and I have to much life ahead of me to spend with family and enjoy lifes ups and downs. Since around 18 I never went longer then a week with drinking heavily socially. Now once you stay sober for over a month, you will start to notice a lot of changes. Along with anxiety and irritability, you may also experience mood swings when you give up alcohol. Its okay. Chairs may be placed in the water up to, but not above, seat level. The benefits of not drinking are so great, I just dont want it. That was the wake up call after seeing my lab results. "Most likely, people who care about you will be supportive and encourage your efforts to stay sober," says Kennedy. I was able to down a bottle of gin in 2 hours! A very healthy practice is to make a list of the things you are grateful for, and why being sober is worth all of that effort and challenges. I want to and need to but i am scarred I cant. Good luck to everyone else out there! I dont want to gain weight. The fight can be incredibly challenging, but in the end I know Ill be so much happier. I look back at how I have behaved or treated people and have felt a deep shame, and almost remorse. Health and clear mind is my priority now. Im now 81kg an getting in great shape. Reading daily. In case you were wondering, I dont feel like Im missing out on anything by drinking alcohol so rarely. I laughed I went over my former wine buddys house today and we went for ice cream. After about six months of not drinking, I lost all of the booze belly and the 15 pounds I gained. The alcohol was so damaging to my health because the added inflammation on my already compromised immune system. But I love me some gummy bears and chocolate! Im four months happily AF.Its also so wonderful not to have to lie anymore to the question every doctor asks : how much do you drink?. I have the willpower to stop but I cant figure out why I feel like crap my sleeping is awful I wake up 3x during the night Ive even prayed listened to meditation healing music at night. 3. Initially I lost 20 lbs once I quit but getting back into a regular powerlifting routine (almost obsessive) I have gained a decent amount of good weight back. BLESSINGS TO ALL. And don't worry about offending others while saying no. Remember that everyones experience is different and you might not see the same changes for yourself at the same time as others. Ha, same here. I was hiding my drinking by of course tossing the bottles and cans in the recycling before anyone would see them, day drinking every weekend a 2 drinks on weeknights. Take care. I am three years and three months sober. I am now at the three-month mark. As Ive got older my drinking progressed to me doing it at home as I got a family a stopped going to the pub as much. The groups are a learning experience with counselors who know what they are talking about because theyve been thru it already. Ive been a heavy drinker since probably the age of 17. No-one warned me about that! This way you might not feel like you have already achieved everything and find it difficult to keep it. I wanted to be able to stop, when I would try and go a couple days to sober up if I had to be somewhere for work, I would lay in a fetal position on the couch , clenched jaw, unbearable anxiety, shakes and night sweats. Hangovers, unfulfilled promises not to drink and embarrassment tend to lead to self loathing which has been a joy to shake off. If alcahol is controlling you and you need to change it, plan ahead, write it all down, do some research and be kind to yourself. You might think now that I have been six months sober, what happens next? Rather, I feel like it actually helps me have a healthier relationship with food, exercise, and my body. Good luck xxx. And, if I find a reason to have a drink, I will never find a reason not to. Posts are all inspiring and mirror much of my journey. WebThe answer to this question is a no. I had 2 mini strokes during the month of August. I am single and do not have a family of my own. I stopped Monday as soon as i knew what i was doing to my body, it is something i have needed to do for years but i guess i just needed that reality check. Alcohol is so destructive, you get caught up in cycle, but you can break it. Weight loss occurred and bloating went away. Day 53 of being sober sleep is finally coming back feeling way more refreshed when I wake up. Guess Im a bit slow , It is inspiring to see so many comments of success I would be celebrating 4 weeks today but I had a relapse celebrating a little food fortune.. I have a partner that still drinks daily and is reluctant to stop but I can see her consumption dwindling so a good sign. I am 97 days AF and since day 40-50 i havent had a single craving for red wine or beer. Thought my good path would rub off as I was doing quite well but instead I slid. 6 Weeks Without Alcohol You may have higher thinking and problem-solving skills, memory and attention than those who are still drinking alcohol. Lets take a look at what happens when you stay stop for this period of time. When you stop drinking, symptoms of alcohol withdrawing may pop up as early as six hours after the last drink. I was a daily physically and mentally addicted alcoholic. So as of todays date I have been sober for 192 days. I have lost 12 kgs. Thank you for this information it has been extremely informative and helpful. Alcohol can cause problems in relationships, such as conflicts, communication problems, and trust issues. I do get tempted every now and again but after 6 months the downsides of alcohol just dont seem worth it anymore. He hid it well from all of us. I dont really miss it, but my marriage is still shaky, daily acid reflux, no weight loss due to a surprising ice cream addiction , still unmotivated. Everyday is a gift & new opportunity. With WW And Walking, How To Lose Weight Fast Safely And Naturally. I spent months lamenting the damage it looks like I did. The first time I tried it took a couple weeks this time it took a couple months. Love getting up in the mornings and feeling human and not hung over. For the past five years, Ive tried to keep my drinks to fewer than 7 a day. I have lost weight and my mood is good, havent felt this great in so long. Alcohol is just not good when it tricks you into dependency. Sadly no weight reduction. I drank around 2 to 3 bottles of wine per day, everyday over covid lockdown, so almost 1.5 years and before that was a binge drinker for 10 years..I was miserable. getting support from my wife and family. Going on 4 months with the exception of a small glass of wine at Thanksgiving and one on Christmas. Until you stop drinking you dont realise how much of our social lives is based around booze. That I get off! I was not very good.) I will have a blood test to find out in the near future. Im actually worried I might give up drinking. Its incredible how long I have forgone it, but feel I am back on track for life now. Come with me!! Sleep, libido,depression, anxiety and self worth aswell not to mention a sence of general well being. in the afternoons and then a wine (or so!) Nah, a beer every now and then is fine, you dont have to quit!. Out of curiosity, of those of you whove experienced BP improvement, if you dont mind, what was it when you quit? He is the medical director at Alcohol Recovery Medicine. 2 weeks for me. 12 pounds shed, seems to have leveled off. It in unavoidable but you can prevent it to some point. I m proud of myself but I know God was with me every step of the way. Im done with alcohol. I was a very heavy drinker. But its still come down quite a bit vs day one. It impairs your sleep-wake cycle too. It has caused me to do and say things that have fractured my family unit. Increasing self esteem and confidence. Bonus: I had no reason to mow down junk food after a night out or starve myself during the day. By cutting off alcohol you will notice that your sleep quality has become much better. Chocolate is part of it, but dutch chocolate only. Im a 39 year old male. I cant tell you how glad I am that I took that step that day. (Think ~$6/bottle). Completely resetting from the effects of alcohol, however, can take timeand not all effects may necessarily be reversible. Last time, I made it to six months before I gave in. Try reading Allen Carrs the easy way to control alcohol OR listen to his audiobook, same title. We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we back. If you are, recovery may take a little while longernonetheless, you'll feel better than you did during the first few days of withdrawal. But it is a long journey, and this is not where it ends. My hairstylist confirmed this when I walked into the Everything is true. I dont have much of an appetite and I have lost 25 lbs. Who knows what will happen tomorrow. June 12th,19 days in, sleeping better, eating better , just finding things to do, thanks all. Initially wanted to target 40 days, but now considering a much longer period. Over the first 30 days, you will notice the weight going down naturally. It seems to be subsiding. For anyone dealing with mental health challenges before or while they were drinking, a reduction in alcohol or going AF often reduces the intensity of the experience of mental health issues such as depression and anxiety (Beyond Blue, 2020). Im sleeping better, the weight fell right off, and my brain is much clearer. I do make myself a decaf cappuccino almost every night. I can look forward now with hope and can actually make a go of things. Your skin will look healthier, blood pressure may lower, and immune system function and liver inflammation will improve. 2023 Dotdash Media, Inc. All rights reserved, Arlin Cuncic, MA, is the author of "Therapy in Focus: What to Expect from CBT for Social Anxiety Disorder" and "7 Weeks to Reduce Anxiety.". By not drinking alcohol, your sleep will improve, which will also give you more energy and improve your physical and mental health. Avoid going to parties where you know you will have to face alcohol, as much as you can. Thats so Awesome! Whether it's a glass of wine with dinner or a couple of beers while watching the game, alcohol can be an enjoyable way to relax and socialize. Just came to the conclusion a bottle of wine a night was a negative. Many will notice that their blood pressure has lowered if it was high before making changes. But I do get depressed alot of thinking what drinking caused. I slept much better when I drank. Im a very fit and healthy 46 year old but just had had enough of it. Face it, challenge it and overcome it. This is because alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, so when it's no longer in your system, your body has to adjust to the change. Check out the supportive community on our Daybreak app or get some health coaching support to encourage you along this path. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I know exactly what you mean Aaron. Oh it will be awkward at first, but you are learning, see? Anyone out there with similar circumstances I urge you to get your life back. It activates premature ageing, causes appetite loss and you will notice a quick weight loss. Ive had Pizza and Chinese and other heavily salted foods but always offset by exercise. However, every couple of months or so, usually when a special occasion pops up, Ill enjoy one glass of wine or a simple cocktail (like a vodka soda). Your email address will not be published. No maybe on the weekend or just for a couple of months. When you negotiate, you can fk with the rules and conditions. One thing I noticed is my mood has been low, which is normal apparently. After 3 months, your liver will continue to experience that relief as mentioned above. Within 6 months I had never been so flexible. Coffee and tons of water. Not sure what to do. After sometime with that routine I developed terrible anxiety hangovers Which led me to drinking in the mornings. No bargains, no games, no deals, no BS. 100% in the past, or as I like to say, AF AF!! Tomorrow is my 39th birthday. Once you have stayed sober for 6 months you will start feeling more and more calm and notice a great improvement in your relationships with friends and family. Very encouraging to read the messages here and know it can be done. Got through my first Xmas last year and New Years Eve it was fine . I feel great cant ever see me drinking again dont miss it at all !! No more worrying about what I said or did yesterday or making a fool of myself, which is what keeps me from drinking every day since. Then I started to see a jump. So I came here, and The day before NYs Eve 21, I stopped drinking alcohol completely. I miss having a glass with friends. Now, observing other people get drunk can be entertaining. Watched someone drink a bottle of wine in front of me last night. Decided last Wed to go to my doctor + get treated for past PTSD from trauma + head on car crash. Hangover free days, utter joy. and may take longer to resolve. Berens says. It is important to not bottle up your feelings and talk about them. Diminished anxiety. I drink a lot more water. With Walk At Home And MIRROR', This Mom Lost 95 Lbs. Your email address will not be published. Hello all, Ive been sober since mid March and Im curious as to what this smugness is about and how if manifest its self? Your risk of developing cancer will decrease, and your liver function will have greatly improved. My normal personality is quiet and somewhat shy. Once you realize how unproblematic sober life is, you will keep yourself away from situations where you might face dangers of relapse. Its a con, and you have been railroaded and (you) arent that stupid. My appetite decreased dramatically. But there are plenty of health benefits to cutting back or stopping for good. I was a binge drinker for many years my responsibilities came first but the minute I didnt have any responsibilities it was a free for all. My b/p is going down,the quality of sleep is incredible,l didnt know l could sleep this well without alcohol,but ice cream and donuts have come in the picture,lm looking forward to many more months alchohol free,after 30 years of drinking,l dont miss it, Hi Peter, thats great that you quieted and you are feeling better , i quieted drinking for a month now and i went through a lot of symptoms ,the one is still not going away that easy its my b/p and bloated and constipated ,just wondering if you been through the same and if they eventually went away ,thanks in advance, I too Peter feel so much better. Im almost at 5 months myself and for the most part, most of the issues I had struggled with have disappeared. After Six Months: After half a year without drinking, you will really start to reap the rewards. I find that one drink doesnt keep me from making healthy decisionsand its much easier to stop after one than after two or three. Last week I hit 6 months more improvements to discuss. I feel worse now than when I was drinking. not bad but truth is I feel worse off than when I had been drinking why is that. But then back and usually back heavier, at least for me. I have been trying to cut back as I have been drinking quite heavily over the last year. Neurocircuitry of alcohol addiction: synthesis from animal models. I to have a chocolate crave. I come back here from time to time when i relapse. BTW, the TIME I have now! It will get up eventually give it about 6months. Before, Id have had 6 beers and half a bottle. Quitting i think made me depressed at first as i needed 9-10 hrs sleep a night and i didnt feel any benefits until about 3 weeks ago when i suddenly noticed i wasnt craving a nap anymore at the wknd and i felt good to go all day. I have a work party next month and im taking the car because i aint drinking and dont want to ruin how good it feels not to drink. Looking forward to all the benefits, better sleep here I come! AF since Christmas and already down 10 pounds. Only 36 and did drink alot when younger but not much since 2018, dont miss it at all so far and am trying to ditch it completely as its very bad for my condition now. Next its the 60 pounds I gained since 2016 I can sleep. Very proud of myself. Im a health care worker. At this stage your risk of experiencing cardiovascular disease and several cancers starts to reduce (World Cancer Research Fund, 2007; Roerecke et al., 2017). Probably the happiest ive felt in a long time. Relief on your liver gives it an opportunity to stay well and minimise any damage that alcohol might have been trying to cause. We have gone over the things that help you become sober. Hoping Ill feel so great Ill stay off alcohol for good. Im 6ft 1 and was 59kg when I was in hospital due to drinking. Ive lost almost 30 lbs and my blood pressure has gone down. Looking forward to spending more time gardening, playing with the kids and being a good husband to a wonderful, supportive wife. There were no more morning trips for bagels (yes, bagels plural) and coffee to tend to my hangover. I just recently have started to sleep better. Im fitter from being able to walk and cycle more often and further without fading and I know deep within that Im far more contented than I have been for a long time. Hello, I think the reason you feeling worse is because the serotonin thats in your brain is low right now which causes you to feel down. However, I stopped weightlifting during the end of my drinking days. I was very very sick and was committed to a tough rehab unit. Benefits too are more money in the bank (3 k per annum-estimates based on 2020 grog spending!) Medical Reviewers confirm the content is thorough and accurate, reflecting the latest evidence-based research. and who knew I had such a sweet tooth. Im now doing them more regularly, before I quit altogether. Just at 3 months. What I did was replace doing this with different things like kombuchas, coconut waters iced teas always stocked in my fridge. Then I looked up the symptoms for alcohol withdrawal and, surprise! I did lose a few pounds but I believe they are back. Generally feeling happier and more confident. Sydney Wingfield, 15 Lowest-Calorie Alcohols For Weight Loss, What To Say To A Friend Who Drinks Too Much, The 12 Best Drinks To Help You Lose Weight, How To Get More Deep Sleep, Per A Sleep Expert, The 15 Best Water Bottles For Your Workouts, 20 Super-Simple Ways To Relieve Your Stress ASAP, 14 Ways To Get Past A Weight-Loss Plateau, Your Privacy Choices: Opt Out of Sale/Targeted Ads. Like punching your bully in the nose, knocking him out and becoming a much better person. We felt alone and turned to drink. If you have been addicted for a long period of time, your body is still healing from all the toxins d6 months soberuring these 6 months. By 45, I was drinking daily, and vodka was my drink of choice. Dont let alcohol steal your time here on Earth. My relationships with family, friends, and my girlfriend is so much better. I really focus now on the things I would jeopardise if I went back to alcohol. OF TAKING CARE OF OURSELVES I enjoyed reading all the experiences. It worked for me. Once you have decided to become sober you might feel insomniac and restless. >145\>95 What next: Im healthier, happier, more energetic and clear thinking. WebHowever, it will take at least six months of alcohol abstinence to recover. Used alcohol and cigarettes to hide my broken heart from myself after a significant relationship failed 9 years ago. Brought up with an alcoholic mother. My bp and weight loss good. Listen to your bodys needs and you will follow its messages, not your minds; the ego is a powerful thing. I bought myself a 64oz water bottle on Amazon and it has been life changing for detox and weight loss, so I highly recommend investing in a nice big water jug and chugging that thing all day everyday. Alcohol and food intake. I feel so much healthier, enjoy nutritious meals, (as I love to cook), better skin and working out. Another one is knowing my children are observing me not drinking and hopefully that will rub off on them when they are adults. Last blood test said Im not in peri-menopause which was a couple of years ago. From increased stress and anxiety, paranoia, anger management, unpredictable behavior, social anxiety , insomnia, fatigue and many other problems come from the damage to the brain. Has been an interesting ride but my favourite result from being alcohol free has been the ability to do anything at anytime. Dont think I could ever go back even though I miss it. Love it. I was having 2 to 5 drinks a night, sometimes shots of liquor, sometimes very strong stout beers. Dont know when that started. I have rheumatoid arthritis and I am in remission for the first time in after 10 years. For me 6 months, just a title over and Im back to my old self. I can still socialize with friends and not feel guilty the next day. I just want to know will things get better.i I know im still early in recovery but I have good energy days and days i cant get up i and im not balanced. Web568 views, 38 likes, 3 loves, 3 comments, 74 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from El poeta boaner: El poeta boaner was live. I always knew I needed to stop drinking and never thought Id be able to. We all need different amounts of different things. And its not just the quality of food that affects your weight but the quantity youre taking in, especially if you didnt start off the evening with a hearty meal. Anybody that is struggling with quitting, its not an easy step but once over that threshold you may never look back and live the rest of your life AF as I am planning on doing. After losing two family members I started drinking extremely heavily. Six weeks free from alcohol at the moment,one year is the goal!! Three things Ive noticed, sleeping better my joints dont hurts in the morning and my lungs fill like they can expand more. I am still fun to be around the drink did not make me funny/fun I did! Finally, you may start to experience a boost in your overall mood and a less intense experience of anxiety or depression. Nov 28th was my last sip and throughout December and parts of January things were off mentally and physically. The benefits are incredible, the smug feeling is overwhelming and not to be underestimated. One week in and Im pleasantly surprised not to have any withdrawal symptoms, and minimal cravings. I have been drinking most of my life, my 30s and early 40s were destroyed by my drinking. Without the carbs from alcohol, I am craving sweets like so many others have written. I was thinking clearer and I didnt get overwhelmed as easy. Sugar craving is through the roof. You can go back to a sober living home at any point in your life when you feel it difficult to deal with your urges on your own. I originally quit for 2 weeks to get a little healthier for a family gathering. In addition, frequent drinking can cause inflammation throughout the body. I notice I am always forgetting and putting things away in the wrong place but i catch myself and get anxiety a frustrated. Have you continued to receive mental clarity and benefits as time has gone on, or is month three pretty much the most relevant? Its been a month now since i am off the booze ( promised my 6 year old daughter on her birthday i would stop) feeling better than ever !! She adds that, after having a few drinks, your body doesn't get a chance to reach the deep sleep (a.k.a. The worst thing is it didnt affect my university grades, my job or my home life. Its all a process and you and only you can decide whats best for your health and wellbeing. I have been a boozer for over 40 years,heavily for the past 20.I was in the process of moving house,and their was no way I could deal with it all intoxicated.5 months in without booze and started to feel the affects on my body.lost 12 pounds,even though like many,now have an inexplicable craving for chocolate and ice-cream.my blood pressure is back to normal now after being very high before.I havent used any counselling or medication,I find fizzy water with a little cordial seems to keep my alcohol cravings down .like everyone says one day at a time. Have not had alcohol for 6 weeks and lost another 5 lbs in 2 weeks. I stopped drinking 3 months ago. Im drinking pots and pots of rooibos tea without sugar. 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