Thanks for the article! I think thats helping. Your behavioral unpredictability, anger issues, trust issues and anxiety may be the biggest cause of it. Finally admitted to my family what was the worst kept secret. I was having 1 to 2 drinks a night. For over 20 years Dr. Umhau was a senior clinical investigator at theNational Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholismof the National Institutes of Health (NIH). 6 months of sobriety is a long journey of patience, challenges and determination. I am approaching 12mths off the grog and feeling pretty damn happy with myself. Brain Damage Control: Different stage of alcoholism affect the brain differently. I was drinking nearly 16 pints of Stella artois, kronenburg 1664, sanmiguel on a nightly basis. Im not experiencing all the gains I hoped for but I wouldnt have been classed a heavy drinker in the first place; I was consuming an average of about 20 units a week. I finally decided to quit and drink NA beers. Sleep, libido,depression, anxiety and self worth aswell not to mention a sence of general well being. 3 months in, no change at all, dont feel better , sleep quality much worse, Im more stressed and miserable tbh, everyone is different, you read so many positive ha ha stories how wonderful life is, time for a balancing opinion. Stay strong, never give up, its never to late to make a change. So yes, a few good things. However, when you stop drinking, your risk of developing these diseases decreases. Want to loose another 12 lbs and wont drink alcohol until at least Sept 1st. 65 Gadsden StCharleston, SC 29401(843) 281-7964, 3321 Forest Dr Suite 3BColumbia, SC 29204(803) 599-2779, 301 Augusta St Suite 101Greenville, SC 29601(864) 532-5082. Hi Rita Im 2 months clean today went into rehab April 2.had a very scary withdrawal in the hospital I was near death caused by lactic acidosis scary scary. I am 39 days dry after several years of alcohol abuse. By 45, I was drinking daily, and vodka was my drink of choice. 214.7 pounds One of the best decisions Ive ever made. New addiction seems to be coffee. #AMEN. Journalling has helped a lot. Increased quality of sleep can have some positive effects for many people. congratula -Zzz zzz zzz. The benefits are ridiculously wonderful! This is because alcohol can cause changes in brain chemistry, which can lead to cognitive problems. And the older I get, the more noticeable this issue has become. It matters that you did. ~ Cassandra Clare. Ive complained for a long time about a fear of premature death. Im sure you have fatty liver, just as I do. Binge drinking every weekend with a day or two during the week every week probably 4-8 drinks min per sitting. When I said that craving sweets was the only drawback, that was an oversimplification. World Cancer Research Fund. After one week, I was surprised how good it felt, so I tried Dry January. For the last few days I was wondering why I was feeling sick, irritable, not getting hardly any sleep, cold sweats, the whole shabang. I dont miss alcohol and dont see myself drinking again having gone through the difficult withdrawal symptoms that came with not drinking. Never a heavy drinker as such and abstaining during the week, I was tending in the middle of the Covid 19 restrictions, to let go on weekends a little too freely to the detriment of quality time with my Son and work around my old house. Stay strong yall. I found that I was creating situations where I was becoming angry, stressed and resentful of othersI eventually realised that this was alcohols way of saying youre the victim, you deserve a drink just for having to cope with these people etc.. Recently, my fingernails have also changed, in that they sometimes appear blueish at the cuticle, but this comes and goes. I was tired of living my life so lost. Admittedly, I may have a few more xxxx gold after golf on a Saturday. Dont want to go anywhere or do anything. These can include anxiety, minor agitation, restlessness, insomnia, tremor, sweating, palpitations, high blood pressure, headache, and alcohol craving. Im more alert and sleep like a baby. Sorry this is so winded but its awesome to be able to share. Mood better. Sleep is something I had trouble with, no more. Ive been AF for 79 days today. Did 3 rehabs, hospital, groups before doing it on my own. I offered the doctors a sprint race when im done and show them my cure for it. Ive lost weight and Look and feel much, much better. I am on day 78. Money,life,etc. I found both to be incredibly helpful! November I pulled the BP monitor out regularly over 140/95, scared me a lot. Because this interupts energy levels etc too, I too have drank for at least 40 years, every night. Im currently on 2 weeks AF and planning to do 6 and see how I feel. But the last six months are easily noticeable. I wake up restored and ready for another sober day. A lot of times people use alcohol as a coping mechanism. I hope nope I know Ill be there in about 2.5 months. I have found a new love for excersize. Im looking more forward to the differences I will see in myself than I did looking forward to that time in the evening that I set aside to start my evening of drinking. You are finally controlling what has controlled you. Then you will start living life again. Lost everything, wife n kids,my job of 23 years, was nearly on death bed, my health was shocking. Im a much cleaner and clearer performer, and Im having way more fun than before. Anyone who successfully stops drinking for a whole month is more likely to abstain from alcohol for 6 months. When will i feel my happy self again ? Try reading Allen Carrs the easy way to control alcohol OR listen to his audiobook, same title. Brilliant description Elizabeth ! I was a daily physically and mentally addicted alcoholic. Its all a process and you and only you can decide whats best for your health and wellbeing. Instead, I realized Sobriety was something I had. I haveso many questions I need answered related to health. Husband is 100% better. Im done with alcohol. Med Clin North Am. I guess its a comfort and one that I know I need to change. I love this and I sure do relate to the overwhelming smugness of which you speak! Youll probably lower your risk of cancer, heart disease, and metabolic syndrome. Stopping drinking, especially if you currently have more alcohol than the recommended amount, can lower your Better health all around. Sometimes almost both. Every single nail is like this, and have been for the better part of a year. The positives are so many I couldnt list them all here but if I could give my top 3 in no particular order, 1. After getting sober, I didnt jump back into lifting weights but I did within a few years. They have annual group meets, and other practices that will give you something to look forward to and keep reminding you that staying sober is worth it. Just stay positive. It sounds like its a tough time for you right now and we want you to know that there is support available. What next: Im healthier, happier, more energetic and clear thinking. Now sober, you must relearn how to socialize. I wish you well. Its absolutely brilliant. What I did was replace doing this with different things like kombuchas, coconut waters iced teas always stocked in my fridge. Every morning when I open my eyes now, I feel gleeful that I made it another day. First alcohol consumption in almost 4 months. I hope I never drink again, THANKYOU Annie Grace. This is what you can expect if you quit drinking for a while. When you have started staying sober you will feel anxious because of how others perceive you as an alcoholic and would not want to interact with you. I really recommend you search out the Recovery Radio Network and/or checkout Russell Brands book (and audiobook) Recovery. I mean, Im of Swiss decent so naturally I eat chocolate every day but not THAT MUCH. Subsequently, they questioned my alcohol intake and I decided that day I had to come clean with myself, partner and family members. I cant wait to get to bed at night, when I used to stay up til 2:00 am.. I do get tempted every now and again but after 6 months the downsides of alcohol just dont seem worth it anymore. Weight loss occurred and bloating went away. In mild cases these will resolve by day two or three, but in more severe cases, these symptoms may be more severe (seizures, hallucinations, delirium, etc.) Hand numbness. "Planning what you are going to say and what your boundaries are ahead of time can help you deal with these situations when they arise," she adds. Over the first 30 days, you will notice the weight going down naturally. I am ready sleeping better, waking up with more energy, and more confidence to do different things, also more able to manage complex emotions in relationships with myself and others, I know Im saving money, and experience less age related pain reducing alcohol is the best thing Ive done this year. (Think ~$6/bottle). By the end of my freshman year, I had put on 15 pounds. hope this helps shed some light to support people in stopping although i will never preach. Web568 views, 38 likes, 3 loves, 3 comments, 74 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from El poeta boaner: El poeta boaner was live. All I have to say is thank god I didnt let it get to the point where I actually feel like I need to drink. Eventually, I got to the point that I was able to say, "No thanks, Im not drinking." Overwhelming smugness is another side effect which I have to keep in check. Buy plenty of fruit. I am letting go of all mind altering substances to include coffee. Really interesting. I wake up an hour earlier than I used to NOT TIRED and not hungover! Point is, it takes time and while I can appreciate the anxiety, I went through it terribly too, still do with the BP, as you allow your body to heal, you will start to feel better. If I can do it ANYONE can do it. It is really important to treat yourself as well. We had zoom meetings with family every Thursday, and wed all toast to each other at the end. Returned to fitness and great nutrition. Beyond Blue. You can also look for jobs that dont allow alcohol at work to help you avoid any bad influence. I found that many of my friends also wanted to try to stop or cut down, they did temporarily, however, this journey needs to come from within when you are ready!! Will build a schedule around it Haha. Focus better The enzyme that helps metabolize the alcohol wasnt fairing well. SO GOOD! I cant imagine drinking again knowing this is what life can be like without it. Forty years was plenty. When you ditch the alcohol, however, you won't have those sleepy-yet-restless nights. Maybe I never was enough of a problem drinker in the first place for this to make a big difference. Its a difficult journey, I wont lie but oh my god, the feeling I have when asked what I want to drink and to be able to say with a sense of belief in myself that I actually DONT drink any more. I have yet to have a normal poo. Alcoholic Drinks. Hello Sunday Morning!!!! This goes even to the elite, as we now see with the parties in Downing Street. You can also celebrate by giving back to the society. Read (or listen to) Allen Carrs How to Control Alcohol. Chocolate is part of it, but dutch chocolate only. I quit 6 months ago I am skinny but still feel bloated (skinny fat ) and I feel worse now than when I was drinking ipa beers 3x a week my sleep sucks. I made the choice to cut out the sugar and carbs. Because once you cross that hurdle it is all starting to go downhill. Plus I had a kidney concern show up on a test from that period. I ended 42 years of alcohol consumption on 7 December. Really realizing how much alcohol was slowing me down, overall. Cant sleep much at night but sleep late in mornings. A lot of people use drinking as a way to induce sleep which is not healthy at all. Handb Clin Neurol. This I find so strange after years of using it to handle any pressure . I like to drink the majority of the day on Saturday and Sunday. So enjoy, and take it easy. Reading these comments has helped a lot. If my classwork was light, you could expect to see me out four nights per week. One thing I noticed is my mood has been low, which is normal apparently. I dont sleep better or have any sense of increased clarity. I was a daily drinker for 12 years working in hospitality and managing bars. 1998;22(1):5-12. Every time I have gone AF Ive had terrible sleeps for the first week then I have the greatest and deepest sleeps ever. Refresh the page, check Medium s site I suffered a tragedy that no parent should suffer, which I used to justify my drinking. I also started to drink a variety of alcohol in one session so Id feel better about not finishing a bottle or crushing 4 beers all at once. I felt like I did not know what to do with myself and aggitated. I never thought I could quit but I did it! Drinking was a problem and they are blown away at what I was willing to do to correct the it. Hopefully, youve started to experience some of those benefits from the 1 month list and its ok if it took a little longer than a month to notice them. Three weeks in and I am seeing an increase in energy. The darker pink area is also visibly raised. that can be used to reduce symptoms and prevent seizures and delirium, says Berens. I feel you on the weight loss thing! i wish everybody the best of luck on their journey to becoming alcohol free. It's no secret that alcohol doesn't do us any good but it easy to forget just how damaging it really is. I will not be going back to the old ways. We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we back. I havent gone a year without alcohol since I was 16. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, cons ectetur adipiscing elit. My relationship s with friends and family are better then ever. I have lost 12 kgs. Timeline: What Happens When You Stop Drinking Alcohol? They have flown so quickly that I hardly know whats happened in between, but I can tell you that an old habit never ever ever ever even gets tempted into entering the scene again. Along with that, anxiety and depressive symptoms often abate. Stop counting days, weeks, months. 7 weeks AF. Not being able to walk was the last straw. I have been sober for 30 days. Better Resistance. I have read some articles about nail color, and they all say there may be an underlying health issue. Good luck to all . Alcohol abuse takes a toll on the liver and brain. 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. Hi. Take care guys. Look better. I was not very good.) Days one to seven: Your nervous system will start to respond to the absence of alcohol. Question for you Jon: My circumstances are similar, my husband still drinks a couple (high alcohol 8%) beers 4X a night, and I find myself irritated with his drinking, which never happened in the past. How Do You Know If You Have A Hormonal Belly? Your notes show that these changes have happened for some of you. If you're like most people, you probably enjoy the occasional alcoholic beverage. 3. 2021;105(6):1117-1134. doi:10.1016/j.mcna.2021.05.016, Yeomans MR, Caton S, Hetherington MM. Once the initial symptoms of withdrawal have subsided, you may find that you have more energy than you did before you stopped drinking. And if you work out, drinking on the reg can make matters worse for your health. Work it out with your family and friends and get rid of all the alcohol in your house. Great stuff. Some studies have shown that upping your alcohol intake over time may put you at risk for long-term weight gain, though more research is needed on this. No booze for last 2 months, feeling better, but have replaced the evening drinkies with 0 beer. This article wouldnt get someone out of bed in the morning. Now, to exorcise the sugar junkie . Highly recommended. Hello all, Ive been sober since mid March and Im curious as to what this smugness is about and how if manifest its self? We hope this has been helpful, seeing some of the benefits you can experience over time. So, giving up alcohol can help you to avoid these potentially deadly diseases. You may also start sleeping better and feeling more clear-headed as your nervous system readjusts to the absence of alcohol. Its a mindset and yes you should and can do it. This time I looked in the mirror and found I enjoyed feeling healthy and strong and wanted to reverse damage of 20 years. My hairstylist confirmed this when I walked into the to keep my family! 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. But you might also experience what's called "hang-xiety," or anxious feelings that are experienced as part of a hangover, says Dr. Peterson. Im drinking pots and pots of rooibos tea without sugar. Without alcohol in my life, I soon found myself getting more into fitness, which made it even easier to turn down drinks. Four months alcohol free. Then, after drinking plenty of empty calories, I fed my booze-fueled cravings with whatever I could get my hands onanything from bags of chips to Ben and Jerrys. They also said im diabetic so im working hard. Havent decided if this is permanent. Stick with it, go for a walk, think of how far you have come and the life you can have. 55yrs old, proud of myself. This is an important thing to look out for at any stage of sobriety. Hangover free days, utter joy. In fact, all my life Ive always had terrible hangovers way worse than anyone. It was hard, very hardbut I did it . This is when the really good stuff starts to happen. Im 4 months off alcohol as was diagnosed with t2 diabetes in january. Up until my last divorce in 2009 I could always stop drinking. Very soon after that I stopped, and am now nearly 5 months with no drinking. Brew Dog do great AF beers, you cannot tell they dont contain alcahol. Alcohol Withdrawal. Things I normally wouldnt spend the money on but since I wasnt buying alcohol I was saving money. I read how to detox at home snd did it without telling my husband or 3 sons. . I feel a thousand times better now. I was thinking clearer and I didnt get overwhelmed as easy. Located on the historic peninsula of Charleston, South Carolina, Lantana Recovery takes a modern approach to Substance Use Disorder treatment, offering intensive clinical care while also immersing our clients in local Charleston culture. There is one thing you need to look out for. But there are plenty of health benefits to cutting back or stopping for good. Fortunately I am not overweight so a few extra chocolates wont hurt. 187 pounds Im at day 4 and feel great. Brought up with an alcoholic mother. I knew I had to quit or would die soon. Yes I read This Naked Mind and now 7 weeks 4 days AF! I took a hard look at why I was now eating ice cream every night when I hadnt before and realized I was now replacing the relaxing/rewarding experience I received from alcohol with ice cream. So get (you) back. Gotta say, didnt really expect that from my grandparents, lol. it will kill you and its not worth it. Hey there. But this helps me remember it took me 1 year to become a 1 handle of vodka a day morning to night everyday no rest. I didnt realize my joint stiffness and also neuropathy were alcohol related. Thats exactly it. 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. At night, I no longer craved carbs and fat. From the beginning of your addiction to staying sober for the first two months, you will notice a lot of social anxiety. If you drink regularly, your brain will start to compensate by producing stimulating chemicals, according to Harvard Health. We are individuals and responsible for ourselves, yet I quite regret the normalization of binge drinking and it acceptance in the UKs culture. Im now doing them more regularly, before I quit altogether. Your skin will look healthier, blood pressure may lower, and immune system function and liver inflammation will improve. I. I feel edgy and moody. Happier already-no waking up to a hangover and the shame that comes with it. Plus, the high levels of salt and sugar content in alcoholic beverages may trigger the hormone IGF-1, which causes an over-production of oil in your skin (hi, pimples!). I am too. So true. As a 57 year old man, not how I want to appear. I drank heavily for about a week and 1/2. Its a mindset. You can also trade the drinks dates with your friends for dates to take a walk, go to a workout class, or just grab dinner, because honestly, you don't need alcohol in every social situation. I think giving up drinking is an incredibly hard choice to make (until youve got no other option). But life has its own timing and logic sometimes. There was no negotiation. I dont even bother to explain why unless someone is genuinely curious. Trying hard not to get into the ice-cream habit but I figure a bowl of ice-cream is better than a bottle of wine! I wish everyone Good Luck and Peace in their lives. 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. Sober for one and half months. Yet, aside from this introspection that the removal of alcohol has brought, I also feel very alert and healthy, I am also far more positive about my life and situation. Once you have reached six months of sobriety you will start to feel more comfortable with yourself but it can also lead to pink clouding. Yeah, thats a lot, but I could somehow manage the next day if I only had 7. No drinking alcohol in just over 3 months. However, I stopped weightlifting during the end of my drinking days. I am confident she will consume less over time because of me. Within a few months I was back to 8-9 drinks a night every night. My ankles and feet ache off and on and I still get shivers at least once a day, although over in seconds. I feel better, with no fear of hangover. Take care. Even at 8 months Im still experiencing changes. Thank you and much success to all on this amazing journey. This is because alcohol can cause dehydration, which can lead to dry, dull skin. Inflammatory issues such as arthritic hands & feet feel I started running. I have battled with depression for a long time and I can assure you that when you stop. Still no excuse. I used to drink so much that I would constantly forget things people would tell me and spend a lot of time alone. and may take longer to resolve. Berens says. Just at 3 months. Id highly recommend the audio/book Drink? Easier to Eat Healthier. I want to drink every time Im out. Wish me luck! Did it myself but had family support. I drink the 0% beers now Alan. Not crazy but for me 5-6 cups per day is a fix that helps and sleep is less but very deep (5-6hrs). Some people often lose the motivation for staying sober after they have achieved their expected milestones because they dont have something to look forward to. I hid it very well from my Partner, family members and Co-workers. It slowly started sinking in, and I asked Jesus to help me stop drinking. Not drinking was easy, dealing with lifes stresses without alcohol has been the difficult part. That said the benefits I have experienced are unfathomable, to me atleast. I could have written this article as Ive experienced about everything in it. Alcohol can cause problems in relationships, such as conflicts, communication problems, and trust issues. Addict Biol. I think it has got worse over the years. Within 6 months I had never been so flexible. All my medical testing came back with healthy liver, healthy kidneys, healthy heart have a routine check up next month as that will mark 1 year since the liver told us something was going wrong if I didnt stop. Feeling better about myself. Some people find that their self-esteem improves and ability to be self-compassionate also increases (Collison et al., 2016). I was ashamed of my drinking and felt ashamed the next morning by how many beers I had the day before. I felt good too. Newman RK, Stobart Gallagher MA, Gomez AE. At 32 years old living a live large die even larger attitude, a sudden onset of gastro intestinal difficulties(severe) had me scared s**tless, (pun not intended) there were alot of s**t,blood, bile and other bodily fluids foaming out of me. I drank 1/3 of a handle a day. I like keeping track of the health benefits I get after one week, two weeks, three weeks etc. "Most likely, people who care about you will be supportive and encourage your efforts to stay sober," says Kennedy. I was surprised that I experienced all those things( including the increased chocolate consumption!) People that claim that wine and other alcoholic drinks enhances food flavor can stop lying. Do not be the person in the corner. Im feeling a lot better now but I still have some ways to go I think. Target set to go to Xmas. However, there are also many people who struggle with alcohol abuse and addiction. I travel a good bit and to be honest, am not enjoying not drinking. I am getting up off my backside and getting things done instead of wasting days in constant mediocrity of hungover-ness. Once you experience that, you my friend are a winner. 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