After retiring at 58 I celebrated for two years in which 3-5 glasses turned into 2 bottles and a joint per day. Quitting is so worth it! It is easy to stop, but hard to quit 4ever when you are single. Meditation is a way to achieve therapeutic mindfulness and comes with great health benefits. Research showed the number of It slowly started sinking in, and I asked Jesus to help me stop drinking. I have noticed a huge difference in my sleep (also no more hangovers!!!) Six months of abstinence is not a good predictor of long-term sobriety, and for people with conditions like Gorzneys, more than half die within that time. Belly fat. I feel you on the weight loss thing! getting support from my wife and family. I think that was my rock bottom and I knew my life needed to change immediately. I did fall over and could not get up without help and massive effort, even two weeks after. Have slipped back but Thankyou for the reminder of the benefits. Now, Im spending a lot more time with family and friends and taking up hobbies Ive always wanted to do but would always put off. Im so excited and optimistic about my future for the first time in years! High blood pressure. Thanks Jon. 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. More focused and determined during my career journey. Miss the social side too. Its not the action im addicted to its the taste. Occasionally, I just awkwardly sipped it because I didnt want to say no and have to explain why. Published 2020 Jan 24. doi:10.3389/fnbeh.2019.00288, Cunradi CB. By not drinking for 3 months, the levels of your white blood cells rise, which reduces the risk of getting sick. But its fine I dont like people that much anyways. Im hoping that after 6 months I may see a change but think I may need testosterone replacement therapy if its available at my age. Im glad to have found this site. This February will be 12 months alcohol free af, I hope you can help me give some idea Ive had the shakes and was drinking so much my blood pressure was so high I was hospitalized 2x I have stopped drinking 2 months now goofed-up on 3 ipa at a Christmas party which I didnt want to go I feel worse now than when I was drinking many ipas. For some reason it has hit me over the head that the root word of intoxicated is TOXIC. Never problems sleeping but felt tired for a time. You are not going to drink as many calories and that will reduce how many you are consuming daily. I have almost reversed my diabetes and my liver is back to normal. Now that I am back in charge it is powerless. Alcohol can cause problems in relationships, such as conflicts, communication problems, and trust issues. I had gone carefree for two years until my PCP had concern about my liver studies. Remember that everyones experience is different and you might not see the same changes for yourself at the same time as others. 6 Months Sober The I hope i am successful at quitting. 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. My target is 100 days which I will hit on 20/01/22. I finally decided to quit and drink NA beers. Working for me at the moment! This benefit alone is sufficient motivation to go on. Ice Cream galore, Pralines & pecan, also carbs.. She also has an app The Alcohol Experiment. Take care. Still I thank everyone who shared as it does somewhat help reading what others have gone through and the possible bright light at the end of a tunnel here. Im going to to try again in the next few days to stop. 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. I did it and am still my old self again after 7 years. The Incredible Health Benefits To Quitting DrinkingAll That Bad Starts to Go Away. Its Time to Shed the Pounds. Reduce the Acid Reflux. People at Work Will Notice the Difference. Never Be as Tired Again. Stop Treating the Symptoms of Stress. Its Time to Boost Your Emotions. Stop Playing Russian Roulette With Your Life. Your Bank Balance Will Thank You. Now Its Up to You to Quit Drinking. 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. Yes. I am now at the three-month mark. Ive put this down to lockdown and having worked from home since the start of Covid-19 and needing to relax, this obviously isnt helping though. It does wonders, after my first few weeks ,felt like there was a drink waiting at the end of each week, each month. Regional brain volume changes in alcohol-dependent individuals during early abstinence: associations with relapse following treatment. Anyway, good for yall!!! Closing in on month three and am also very proud of myself. Keep up the good work!! Im going to keep travelling this path. Today is 60 days for me and I feel worse than ever. One thing, for sure. to keep my family! I just recently have started to sleep better. Im 62 and have been a heavy drinker for well over 20 years. Daily Tips for a Healthy Mind to Your Inbox, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline, Regional brain volume changes in alcohol-dependent individuals during early abstinence: associations with relapse following treatment, Impact of Smoking and Alcohol Use on Facial Aging in Women: Results of a Large Multinational, Multiracial, Cross-sectional Survey, Update on Osteoporosis Screening and Management, Neurocircuitry of alcohol addiction: synthesis from animal models, Effect of Alcohol on Hippocampal-Dependent Plasticity and Behavior: Role of Glutamatergic Synaptic Transmission, Neighborhoods, alcohol outlets and intimate partner violence: addressing research gaps in explanatory mechanisms. Many thanks to you all xxx Take care and keep being good to yourself xx, Were glad that youre along for the ride hope you keep the changes up, and take care of yourself too . We are individuals and responsible for ourselves, yet I quite regret the normalization of binge drinking and it acceptance in the UKs culture. They also said im diabetic so im working hard. So I decided not to plan and every morning I woke up I asked for help to god to make this day an drink free one, and before I fell asleep Id say thank you for your help. I feel that Ive only just started to get to know myself, for the first time in my life (Im 47). 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!! And it doesnt take a home thats been destroyed to be built in 2 monthsthank you again for sharing just need encouragement now. You only live once. Tomorrow is my 39th birthday. Diminished anxiety. My biggest concern is I dont know if I can ever go back to just social drinking. Its a habit and for some reason I am so scared to change it. Lost 3 kgs just like that and feeling like the top of the world! Im drinking pots and pots of rooibos tea without sugar. Includes loss of 20 years of psychiatry due to PTSD from childhood. For a while I had to search for words to finish a simple sentence. To all the people who have been feeling smug since stopping alcohol, I`d like to say quite bloody right you have every right to. I have horrible panic attacks while falling asleep and i use wine to knock me out lol. One day at a time. Your email address will not be published. Life is simply better. Please know that you are helping this lurker.every. I used to smoke weed and drink. this has resulted in better mood management (I lose my temper far slower if ever now.). My anxiety was through the roof and my face was puffy and ugh, I felt awful but didnt even know it. Good luck to all . But I really enjoy not drinking alcohol. in the afternoons and then a wine (or so!) I havent lost weight although I am careful what I eat. I lost 30-35 lbs & feel and look great. Read our, What Happens When You Stop Drinking Alcohol. 2 weeks for me. Always good to reconsider your relationship with sugar as well. Havent decided if this is permanent. Now once you stay sober for over a month, you will start to notice a lot of changes. I am also doing intermittent fasting, eating just one meal a day and have cut way back on sugar. Now, there are a lot of things that happen in between these 6 months, from changes and improvement in mental health to ones physical health. The fizzle lasts longer than the buzz! 10/10 would go AF again. Im three months way down on consumption! WebBack in my twenties, I claimed that a nightly glass of wine helped me calm down enough to drift off to sleep. Your liver will start to repair itself. I have rheumatoid arthritis and I am in remission for the first time in after 10 years. He hid it well from all of us. Lockdowns dont help. I felt like I did not know what to do with myself and aggitated. Im 2 months and 10 days AF and as someone who works in a liquor store and drank heavily daily for about 7 years, I am incredibly proud of myself for my progress thus far. AND YOU CAN HAVE AS MANY AS YOU WANT. The benefits are incredible. I realized it was an oral fixation for me and chilling with my pretty gold rim, cheery quotes, elegant crystal wine glasses was glamorous. Your worries and problems are still there, they still need to be dealt with, but with a clear head and guilt free mind are easier. He was doing really good. I didnt understand that either. Wasnt even 50. That said the benefits I have experienced are unfathomable, to me atleast. This allows your body to adjust to the change. You may have some or all of the following:Upset stomachLow appetiteHeadacheWeird heartbeatsSweatingShakiness (tremors) Keep on everybody, we can do this!! I was having 1 to 2 drinks a night. I was drinking nearly 16 pints of Stella artois, kronenburg 1664, sanmiguel on a nightly basis. Im only 2 months in AF but so thankful to God for helping me with this new life. I make to-do lists for my job to keep me on track. Ill drink about a litre, then the next night a litre and a half, then the next day two, this can go on for a bout a week, and then I wont sleep, wake up feeling bad, Ill stop for a few days and the whole cycle goes on again. The worst thing is it didnt affect my university grades, my job or my home life. 2020;13:288. Im 4 months off alcohol as was diagnosed with t2 diabetes in january. During this journey you will try lots of techniques, strategies and ways to change your relationship with alcohol. Problem solved! well done bro, you beat me by 14 days. I will have a blood test to find out in the near future. One thing I noticed is my mood has been low, which is normal apparently. one foot at a time and we all will make it. Im nearly 6 months ! Im done with alcohol. Hello Sunday Morning!!!! I am 2 months sober i became an alcoholic in just 1 year drinking 1 handle of vodka a day. Once you have been sober for six months, you will know all of your triggers. Was drinking 20 to 30 units per night, was beginning to take its toll after 30 years. I noticed I always had to have a drink in my hand. As some of the areas above start to improve, it can result in an increase in your overall health and well-being. Saitz R. Introduction to alcohol withdrawal. A year and a half ago, I dropped from 4-8 commercial beers a day down to just two a day. My doc told me that I had better reduce the intake or be prepared to develop cirrhosis like another patient of hers did as a result of continued alcohol abuse. We hope this has been helpful, seeing some of the benefits you can experience over time. . But when you reach that turning point and stay sober for 6 months, it will start restoring your physical health. I hope it goes away soon. Due to some tests the past 6 months I started to pay more attention to my metrics. I now choose to live the last third of my life in good health and the best way for me was to remove alcohol, make different dietary choices and get regular exercise. Health and clear mind is my priority now. Im three months in now. I put 1/3 of a serving into my oatmeal in the morning and it makes it taste delicious with some blueberries, strawberries or watermelon. Day 9 today alcohol and nicotine free. For more mental health resources, see our National Helpline Database. Generally feeling happier and more confident. Nothing completes the round like sitting outside on the clubhouse patio with friends and a pitcher. It just all of a sudden happened. Chocolate consumption went through the roof. I drink non alcoholic beer. Hi, this feels very strange,, I dont do social media so never get involved in chats. It will get up eventually give it about 6months. How did you go Sue? It was amazing how much better I felt. 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. This is an important thing to look out for at any stage of sobriety. I started running. Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis Alcoholic hepatitis can lead to irreversible scarring and damage thats called alcoholic liver cirrhosis. I dont know if I am setting myself up but for now it seems to be working for me. Just dont have any cravings now or desire to drink . I had to laugh recently looking at a Fathers Day picture of me with the family. I just need something else to replace it with. Koob GF. Love your truth about the lie. As a 57 year old man, not how I want to appear. And I drink tea. More days then not Id drink around 10 beers or 2 bottles of wine. Its a mindset and yes you should and can do it. When I failed, I felt really weak and hopeless. Last week I hit 6 months more improvements to discuss. Youll also notice healthier skin and external appearance as well! But now, thanks to my drink-and-sleep-it-off schedule, I was forced to exercise later in the afternoon. My sister finally went to his home. Relationships are healthier, friends are closer (those that stayed and supported rather than the ones that judged and left). But life has its own timing and logic sometimes. The effect of a reduction in alcohol consumption on blood pressure: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Inflammatory issues such as arthritic hands & feet feel We felt alone and turned to drink. I have never eaten sweets, now thats all I want. First alcohol consumption in almost 4 months. I was an everyday drinker , 3-4 wines a night. Oh it will be awkward at first, but you are learning, see? At first, my anxiety was through the roof. I was a very heavy drinker for many years. Dont feel bad if you have not lost weight. However, when you stop drinking, your liver will begin to repair itself and the damage will start to reverse. I was really bothered by how much space it was taking up in my life even though I was functional I knew it was negatively affecting me. Your notes show that these changes have happened for some of you. REM sleep) that you need to help your body de-stress, repair, and replenish itself for the upcoming day. Im 3 months in. Same thing with the stool issue. You can show up everyday for your life Hi, I stopped drinking on the 4th January. Every morning when I open my eyes now, I feel gleeful that I made it another day. Forty years was plenty. Days 30 and beyond: Cravings may continue but improve over time depending on how much and often you used to drink, Berens says. 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. Ive saved money (or rather spent it on other things). I still love the taste of a good beer, so I often have ONE (just one) on Friday or Saturday nights. Planned my life around it. My biggest regret is that I didnt do this years ago. I just turned 71 and until recently had been a regular drinker since my teens, some periods of my life more than others. Guidelines For Low-Risk Drinking Alcohol And Drug Foundation. A lot of times people use alcohol as a coping mechanism. Look better. Im way less social though. I hope continued better treatment of my body fully normalizes the BP but I will continue to trim down which will also help. I also started gym , eating more than I should. Out of curiosity, of those of you whove experienced BP improvement, if you dont mind, what was it when you quit? Two weeks felt so good I thought, Why not 3 months? Here I am. For me it was obviously the feeling that I loved but I also noticed it was the action of buying myself my reward for making it through another day of work etc. WebNew years resolution 2 out of 6 months down. This is because alcohol is a costly habit, so giving it up can free up some extra cash. 2010;7(3):799-813. doi:10.3390/ijerph7030799, By Arlin Cuncic Stay strong, never give up, its never to late to make a change. . Then it just dawned on me. Stop counting days, weeks, months. I go to the gym 5-6 days a week, half marathon this February. An amazing feeling of confidence, accomplishment, and FREEDOM. This February will make 1 year sober. But I really didnt think could do it. 3 months no alcohol Was a binge drinker on Fridays after work but I wanted to lose weight and feel better Now walk after work and fasting once a week helps fruit & vegetables increased Feel much better have energy better then everlost 15 pounds so far not easy sweets get in the way ..Chocolate.. 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. I know I am not all the way there, yet, but I realize I am moving in that direction. 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 feel alright, sleep is getting better after first 4 days of bad sleep. Ive now been sober for 6 months and over the last year Ive been sober for 300 days (had a relapse, but coming back stronger than ever) Ive now decided to give my body 12 years of sobriety to make up for the damage I caused myself physically and mentally over that time. "Most likely, people who care about you will be supportive and encourage your efforts to stay sober," says Kennedy. My husband still drinks everyday but for me the benefits outweigh the initial buzz feeling. These can include anxiety, minor agitation, restlessness, insomnia, tremor, sweating, palpitations, high blood pressure, headache, and alcohol craving. Alcohol is found at least in traces in the blood for many days after consumption. 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. It was an aha moment for me. I am just NOW putting the sugar down. OF TAKING CARE OF OURSELVES I thought this would subside but its only become worse. Now, observing other people get drunk can be entertaining. Quitting drinking as well as smoking cigarettes 9 months ago, all benefits everyone has mentioned, but I sure have seen more money in pockets. Its never worth it to get someone help if they didnt ask for it but if you do, plenty doors open up. But it was never a weekday occurrence I went awhile without. Focus better I was big drinker to one day I ended up in ae with liver damage cirrhosis of the liver not 7mouths on never drink again yes I was give 2 hours to live I no I got to have transplant to keep me going but these young and old people think alcohol is fun tell u some thing alcohol is silent killer get u try to detox I think rubbish strong minded people can took me lots of pray and will power cause ant not nice cold turkey so listen to someone whose been there. 3 months sober now, the struggle is real, everyday I want a reason to drink but Im pushing through. I suppose over the last few years Ive drunk most days. How Do You Know If You Have A Hormonal Belly? It matters that you did. ~ Cassandra Clare. Zima T. Alcohol Abuse. When I re-read this, I saw that it was a little too much unicorns and rainbows. Everyday is a gift & new opportunity. Sleep is something I had trouble with, no more. If you're one of these individuals, you may have decided that it's time to quit drinking. Last week I finally realized Im gonna die I have an immune disorder, high BP, high cholesterol, weird pains in my gut. The Lancet Public Health, 2(2), pp.e108-e120. I have lost weight and my mood is good, havent felt this great in so long. My flesh enjoyed what I gave it and it will die once I stop feeding it. Also my GERD Symptoms seem to vanish too. Hangovers and increased appetite, feeling fatigued, greyish skin etc. You can also celebrate by giving back to the society. I stopped drinking 3 months ago. My heart aches for his mom. This will not only help your mind keep busy, but also make you realize why being sober is worth it. Still working on the energy thing and thankfully my memory is improving. 7 weeks AF. Im mentally far sharper than I can recall being since my late 30s. Because of these internal changes, relationships often improve or become more possible. Timeline: What Happens When You Stop Drinking Alcohol? Sounds like a small thing but was so handy to have the ability to do these things late at night. How Sleep Satisfaction Affects Your Energy Level Throughout The Day Sleep Foundation. I am 3 months and 26 days AF and have never felt better! Short tempered. Improvements. Im always battling with those extra ten pounds, but being sober hasnt made much of a difference for me in regards to my marriage, self esteem, confidence or motivation yet I still have daily acid reflux as well, something I thought would go away after maintaining the no alcohol lifestyle. Neurocircuitry of alcohol addiction: synthesis from animal models. I still exercised, but I didnt enjoy it anymore. I hope nope I know Ill be there in about 2.5 months. This is your life, and your body needs you to stand up for it. Thats so Awesome! Alcohol is just not good when it tricks you into dependency. Am losing weight but thats due to diet and excercise everyday. Hi Camilla, I can relate. I cant tell you how glad I am that I took that step that day. I never thought I could quit but I did it! No bargains, no games, no deals, no BS. 100% in the past, or as I like to say, AF AF!! Has anyone noticed, like me, that their eyesight is better in the morning? I feel worse now than when I was drinking. this is a great article and the comments are good too so thanks. And the older I get, the more noticeable this issue has become. My hairstylist confirmed this when I walked into the 2.3. Remember why you started this journey and why it is worth it! So this time I said Game over with alcohol. Sounds sad, I am counting days. But its still come down quite a bit vs day one. Thank you for telling me about the chocolate craving. Web568 views, 38 likes, 3 loves, 3 comments, 74 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from El poeta boaner: El poeta boaner was live. Last time, I did not take into account that if I worked at it, I could have and do everything I did with the use of alcohol, without. 3 months and counting, i had to quit due to alcohol related pancreatitis. I am single and do not have a family of my own. There is one thing you need to look out for. Stepping into month 5 and I am feeling great. Ive experienced some weight gain which is welcomed since Ive always been around 135 when 155/160 is desired. Ive now been off the sauce for couple weeks, I feel great. Oh yeah and sleep really well now . After work 2 glasses weekends 4 bottles. I am 97 days AF and since day 40-50 i havent had a single craving for red wine or beer. This all took place after work around 3 or 4 pm. I knew if I wanted to say goodbye to the weight, I'd have to say goodbye to the booze. People think I dont know what a drinking problem is but as you say everyone is different. The enzyme that helps metabolize the alcohol wasnt fairing well. [Updated 2021 Nov 13]. I have felt exactly like you and thought I was giving up so much by going sober. I will not be going back to the old ways. This is the longest stint I can ever remembervery sad. Hi, One of the surprising side effects of giving up alcohol is that your skin may start to look better. Beach equipment is provided during the Beach facilitys hours of operation. I lost weight, then gained weight, now Im losing again. Suddenly last summer I decided to never drink again and Im so grateful that Ive been able to live AF. Ive never felt compelled to drink when alone, but have used it has a social lubricant for most of my adult life. Itchy all over before. Most of the time, I stick to my guns and, if someone offers me a drink, I say, "no, thanks," or that I dont really drink, and then conversation continues as usual. 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. Remember, your liver is one of the most forgiving organs we have, but it might not be so forgiving if you return to drinking. Its easier to abstain than regulate, take it from bitter experience. Its hard but live on. 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. Journalling has helped a lot. Once you realize how unproblematic sober life is, you will keep yourself away from situations where you might face dangers of relapse. Im 4 months and counting. I do have high bloo pressure most likely due to drinking, HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL For the past five years, Ive tried to keep my drinks to fewer than 7 a day. i now cringe at the thought of vodka but I genuinely like the taste of beer so I have been drinking the 0 alcohol beer. Im about the same in use and desire to change. Im inspired to start again. Thanks for being here. 'I Lost 50 Lbs. I think the longer its been going on and the more you drink the more this can occur. They impact our jobs, our social connections and ultimately the time we get to spend doing. Drinking used to take up a lot of my time, now I use time wisely. The gains are amazing. My sleep is already better. Lifeline is also available for support 24/7 on 13 11 14. Life is good. Try alcohol free wine. Six months no alcohol,,,at first rapid weight loss,,,not my aim,,,,so started eating more and levelled out ,,,now will concentrate on my weight ,,,,,in age 77 male. New roommate with his own addiction issues. Im not smug because I know this is a long journey. Another benefit of giving up alcohol is that your mind may be clearer. Today is 8 months free. But for months I seemed to fall into the pattern of 1-2 days sober, then back to drinking. Zero weight loss, more of weight gain. Improved complexion. Slowly, the sober life made sense and the desire to drink & use faded some. I noticed a person had mentioned that their chocolate consumption went through the roof, I had a similar thing but mine was ice cream . Life is full of choices, and the choices we make, make the people we become. . Train 5-6 days per week sensibly. Im actually worried I might give up drinking. Research also shows that some people experience an increased libido after reducing or quitting alcohol. Not good. Finally admitted to my family what was the worst kept secret. During all those times I would say to my self please God make this stop Smugness yes it is there! My body aches, mainly legs, but I am walking so much better from hobbling with my sons walking stick to stop me falling over. Ive known for years my relationship with alcahol was mostly one sided, it took more than it gave me resulting in horrific hangovers, depression, sleep deprivation and a feeling of disgust that I was allowing this to control me, my free time and most importantly my childrens lives. I would have a private party everyday and enjoyed every minute of it. GOD is always watching. Its a lie. Hand numbness. It worked cuz I didnt feel like I was missing drinking. Mentally doing great. So as of todays date I have been sober for 192 days. I wish you well. You can volunteer at a sober house as a sober companion or a sober coach to help others deal with their alcohol addiction. Chairs may be placed in the water up to, but not above, seat level. Not so sure on overseas. I wish every one of you the bliss I am feeling now knowing i dont have cancer. Current fave: NA lite ginger beer with a splash of cranberry and fresh lime. Have you read This Naked Mind by Annie Grace? I have just started my AF journey because of cerebellum damage to my brain which the doctor thinks is alcohol related. Subsequently, they questioned my alcohol intake and I decided that day I had to come clean with myself, partner and family members. I had gained so much weight and got very sedentary. 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