I have to confess, I'm a huge alcoholic and always have been, I've been sober in increments of 5 years and one other time for ten years. I recently reflected on how much I have been/was consuming. I'm completely through this time. I just can't do it anymore. I'll be honest - after this last time, I'm lucky to even be here right now.
I love you guys and promise to each of you, this is the new beginning to my life and I'm completely done with drinking.
Thanks for the ear. If anyone else is struggling. Please feel free to chime in if you wish.
I’ve never been addicted to drugs or alcohol, but I’ve had Family members who are and have been. My thoughts and prayers are with those of you fighting that fight. I wish you all the best! [Reply]
Originally Posted by ChiTown:
I’ve never been addicted to drugs or alcohol, but I’ve had Family members who are and have been. My thoughts and prayers are with those of you fighting that fight. I wish you all the best!
Originally Posted by Naptown Chief:
I took my final pain pill 12/13 and went the next day to drop off the rest of them at the local police station (there's a drop box specifically for narcotics).
****, man, opioid withdrawal sucks.. I'm no longer nauseous or having diarrhea, but at what point does the muscle/joint pain cease? When I've googled opioid withdrawal it says 5-7 days. I'm on day 13 and it hasn't relented at all
Prayers for you man,I can't even imagine.I will share a verse though that has given me the strength to overcome alcohol.
Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Naptown Chief:
Thank you man. Things are slowly getting better. I had a procedure done on the 17th called medial branch blocks at L3-S1 to determine if I'd be a good candidate for RFAs (nerve burnings). My pain was more than halved (EVEN THE NERVE PAIN!!!) and I'm incredibly optimistic. The one thing that does bother me, though I'm trying not to get too worked up over it, is that the insurance neurosurgeon recommended this very procedure 1.5 years ago but mine suggested doing the fusion first. I had my left SI joint fused (they fuse your pelvis to your spine) and it absolutely helped, but in hindsight I'd rather have done the RFAs THEN the fusion. I likely need the right side done too.
Anyway, better late than never. Sorry to thread jack, though, Mr Red
RFA will be painful right after the procedure, but you should get relief for about 1 1/2 years. [Reply]
Originally Posted by DanT:
There is very wide variation in how much Americans age 18 years and over drink per week. 30% of the country doesn't drink at all. The top 10% of drinkers average about 74 drinks per week. Those in the next decile average 15 drinks per week, and those in the 3rd decile from the top average 6 drinks per week.
Originally Posted by DanT:
There is very wide variation in how much Americans age 18 years and over drink per week. 30% of the country doesn't drink at all. The top 10% of drinkers average about 74 drinks per week. Those in the next decile average 15 drinks per week, and those in the 3rd decile from the top average 6 drinks per week.
On a little bit of a funny sidenote, has ANYONE ever been to their general family doctor in the last 20 years and when they are asked how many drinks they have per week, the doctor says, "OK that's fine."
NOPE! Every doctor says the same line, "You should cut back on your drinking."
Doesn't matter if it's 1 every 3 days or 5 a day per week, it's always the same answer. :-) [Reply]
Originally Posted by scho63:
On a little bit of a funny sidenote, has ANYONE ever been to their general family doctor in the last 20 years and when they are asked how many drinks they have per week, the doctor says, "OK that's fine."
NOPE! Every doctor says the same line, "You should cut back on your drinking."
Doesn't matter if it's 1 every 3 days or 5 a day per week, it's always the same answer. :-)
I virtually never drink so my doctor is cool with it. [Reply]
So been I think a month and half ... small slipup during the chiefs ass whipping on oakland but just been very very bored.. other than that feel good ... dont feel the need to drink at every party or small gathering i end up at and dont feel the urge when I'm alone... props to all of you with whatever you're fighting .. this thread has been very nice to check on and give me some hope ... much love yall [Reply]
SR is kicking ass! I've gone 8 days without drinking that's the longest for me since November. Cant sleep for shit but my conditioning at the gym has improved greatly! I already feel like I've lost weight but havent checked yet.
Goodluck to everyone keep doin your thing! [Reply]
Originally Posted by Titty Meat:
SR is kicking ass! I've gone 8 days without drinking that's the longest for me since November. Cant sleep for shit but my conditioning at the gym has improved greatly! I already feel like I've lost weight but havent checked yet.
Goodluck to everyone keep doin your thing!
Really! Your conditioning has improved greatly! In one week! :-)
Originally Posted by scho63:
On a little bit of a funny sidenote, has ANYONE ever been to their general family doctor in the last 20 years and when they are asked how many drinks they have per week, the doctor says, "OK that's fine."
NOPE! Every doctor says the same line, "You should cut back on your drinking."
Doesn't matter if it's 1 every 3 days or 5 a day per week, it's always the same answer. :-)
In most cases folks have a blood draw preceding their doctors appointment to check cholesterol, etc. If the doctor is asking you how much you drink it is likely because your liver enzymes are elevated and telling him "1 drink a month" doesn`t fool him lol. [Reply]
I listen to a lot of audio books. I will put that in my library. Thanks
I cleanse every year at the first of the year. The timing can't be better for not getting sick. This year I am doing the veggies, meat, nuts and seeds only. Very limited fruit. No alcohol, coffee or grains. The last two days I woke up feeling awesome. I always do 30 days or more. I think this one is going to be a really long one. We shall see. I have really been enjoying the benefits of cold therapy and the Wim Hof breathing as well. Good stuff. [Reply]
