Whats the best way to stop drinking?!
dross.
I am a recovered alcoholic, and I now help to sponsor people through the twelve step programme of recovery who want help.
I went into re-hab in November last year and joined AA, I have not had one drink since.
As a matter of interest, all the counsellors in re-hab were either recovered alcoholics or addicts, the programme is the same, they are the best to help people with problems.
I go to about three AA meetings a week, they are not a chore but surprisingly perhaps, very sociable events, I met my fiance at one.
I suggest you go to one near you, you won't be expected to say or do anything you don't want to, all you have to do is just listen to the stories of others who have EXACTLY the same problems as yourself.
You can get all the information you need off my source, and are more than welcome to contact me at any time.
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dross.
I am a recovered alcoholic, and I now help to sponsor people through the twelve step programme of recovery who want help.
I went into re-hab in November last year and joined AA, I have not had one drink since.
As a matter of interest, all the counsellors in re-hab were either recovered alcoholics or addicts, the programme is the same, they are the best to help people with problems.
I go to about three AA meetings a week, they are not a chore but surprisingly perhaps, very sociable events, I met my fiance at one.
I suggest you go to one near you, you won't be expected to say or do anything you don't want to, all you have to do is just listen to the stories of others who have EXACTLY the same problems as yourself.
You can get all the information you need off my source, and are more than welcome to contact me at any time.
Stop buying alcohol
When you find out, let me know.
AA
If your an alcoholic then you will need help and sheer willpower. If you simply want to stop drinking, find something else to replace the urge of drinking.
pour all you bottles down the sink in the morning. and get a freind to lock you in your house for a day. you goin cold turkey brutha!
sew up your mouth
i used to drink every night after work,about a six pack average.i havent for over 6 months now.will power and keeping busy is key.though its been 6 months,i still want to drink,just try to keep going if you start your goal.
join AA and stay away from things that trigger you to drink. Begin to exercise, or exercise more if you already do. Think of the things in your life that you wanted to do but drinking has interfered with. Remember the pain you have caused to those around you and realize that you do not want to hurt yourself anymore. Decide that you want a better life for yourself and that you deserve it.
dont go in an establishment that sells firewater, go to cafes instead you will soon get sick of tea and coffee,
#1 don't buy it....#2 don't steal it.....#3 don't accept it as gift #4 don't open it if you get it..... now that we have decided what not to do ..... why would you wanna stop ? LOL
by yourself or with help of AA do the twelve step program
Well that's simple....you just stop!
I gave up smoking 4 months ago and have not had any alcohol since as ~I am worried if I have a drink I will want a cigarette....so I just stopped doing both.
Even at this time of year it has not bothered me.
Just choosing not to drink today. A day at a time. Listing your reason for wanting to stop. Maybe also seek support of AA.
put both elbows in straight splints.
instead of buying alcohol, save the money for something that you really want. look for a new hobby w/ no alcohol related. or try to join in an organization who stopped drinking alcohol!
if these suggestions doesn't help, go to the hospital and ask some patients who have liver problems cause by the alcohol. let's see if you'll not get frightened!
I use to drink alot and I found that just sheer will power and strenght gave me the ability to stop drinking. I was tired of the hang-overs and not feeling good for days. When it comes down to it, is do you really want to quit drinking. Having a positive attitude helps. It's been 6 yrs. since I last drank and I have no intention of starting again. So Good Luck to you and I hope you reach your goal.
if u really want to stop drinking, then avoid it! you're the only one who can control yourself. if you really want to stop, then u can do it!
good luck!
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Alcohol Addiction - What is alcoholism?
Alcohol addiction is simply defined as a compulsive need for an intoxicating liquid that is obtained from fermented grain or fruit. These liquids include beer, wine, and other hard liquors.
Alcoholism is present when a person craves alcohol and cannot limit or contain his or her drinking. If someone experiences withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, sweating, shakiness, or anxiety when alcohol consumption has ceased, or if there is a need to drink greater amounts of alcohol in order to feel a high, that person is most likely alcoholic.
Some may think that it’s just a matter of having the will to stop drinking, but alcoholism is more complicated than that. An alcoholic’s craving for alcohol is so great that it suppresses their ability to stop drinking. The majority of alcoholics need assistance to stop drinking. With treatment and support from family and friends, many have been able to stop drinking and rebuild their lives. It is a sad fact however that there are still some who are unable to stop in spite of these aids.
Alcohol Addiction - What are the causes and effects of alcoholism?
Scientists say that someone who has alcoholic addiction in his/her family is more likely to develop alcoholism if they choose to drink. Alcoholism can also develop or worsen based on a person’s environment and traumatic experiences in life. These factors may include culture, family, friends, peer pressures, and the way the person lives.
Alcoholism can lead people into serious trouble, and can be physically and mentally destructive. Currently alcohol use is involved in half of all crimes, murders, accidental deaths, and suicides. There are also many health problems associated with alcohol use such as brain damage, cancer, heart disease, and diseases of the liver. Alcoholics who do not stop drinking reduce life expectancy by 10 to 15 years.
* Too much alcohol can destroy brain cells, possibly leading to brain damage.
* Alcohol greatly disturbs the structure and function of the central nervous system, hindering the ability to retrieve, consolidate, and process information.
* Moderate consumption of alcohol can affect cognitive abilities while large amounts interfere with the oxygen supply of the brain causing a blackout when totally drunk.
* Alcohol addiction may also inflame the mouth, esophagus, and stomach, and could cause cancer in these areas, especially in drinkers who also smoke.
* Splurge drinking may produce irregular heartbeats, and abusers experience a higher risk of high-blood pressure, heart attacks, and other heart damage.
* Alcohol also can harm vision, damage sexual function, slow circulation, be the grounds for malnutrition, and water retention.
* It can also lead to skin and pancreatic disorders, weaken the bones and muscles, thus, decreasing immunity
A large portion of alcohol taken in is broken down in the liver. It is important to note that the liver has a fixed rate of breaking down the alcohol, so as the liver is overused, disorders and malfunctions can result, making the liver the primary location of alcohol’s damage. Liver damage can occur in three stages. The first stage is liver enlargement whereby liver cells are penetrated with abnormal fatty tissue. The second stage is the alcoholic hepatitis whereby liver cells swell, inflame, and eventually die. The third stage is cirrhosis in which fibrous scar tissues are formed, hindering the flow of blood through the liver.
Alcohol Addiction - What to do with alcoholism?
* Have a desire to stop the alcohol addiction. You must have a serious desire to stop from being an alcoholic.
* Have the initiative to identify the cause of your being alcoholic. Knowing the cause of one problem is an important part to its solution. If being alcoholic is due to some traumatic experiences, you must let go and be delivered from it. Forgiveness is a good thing to do. Seek counseling to aid in healing.
* Make the decision to get help. Recognizing the need for help is one important thing to do. There are a lot of alcohol rehabilitation centers that could give you assistance for your treatment. You can also get different kinds of help from your family, friends, and above all from God
Life style changes. Besides will power, you have to alter things in your life that trigger the urge to drink. which means places that you normally hang out, finding different friends, ect... it's easier said than done though.
If you have to ask this question, then you have an alcohol dependency. First step is to stop the denial and admit you're an alcoholic. It's your life. Make the commitment to yourself, not to anyone else.
Stopping drinking isn't the hardest part. You do it every night when you go to sleep. Unless you need detox. Be aware that long-term heavy drinkers can experience a serious withdrawal which can be fatal if not done under medical supervision. This is important. Remember, severe alcoholics can die from alcohol withdrawal. Talk to your doctor.
Staying dry is the hard part. Stop buying alcohol. Get it out of the house. Get rid of your barware. Learn your own temptation triggers. Learn and practice adaptive behaviors and alternative coping skills to deal with the inevitable times when you're under stress or your mood is down. That's when you are most likely to relapse. Stay away from places where you might relapse. Make friends who aren't alcoholics. Enlist your family and friends for support. Go to support groups. Go to a good therapist or counselor. Both will teach you essential coping skills to prevent relapse.
And remember that for most people, an occasional relapse is inevitable, but a single relapse doesn't mean you can't get clean again the next day.
Good luck to you.
Walk toward the light and find your inner peace instead of running from it or drowning it.