Today I'm celebrating my 100 day sober. I think the most important I did was write and try to understand why do I had the wish to get sober, after that, I change the way I tell my story: I'm not losing something, I'm achieving a new life.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

👏👏👏 A very beautiful milestone! Congratulations to you my friend!

@timothycook1119

4 ай бұрын

You got this!!

I quit drinking October 1st. This was my first Thanksgiving sober in almost 30 years. It was amazing to wake up feeling great instead of hungover.

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

Awesome, I love to hear this! Keep it going!

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

👏👏👏

@cherrybacon3319

7 ай бұрын

Absolutely. I must have lost a good six months of my life due to hangovers.

@HowtowithPaulHenderson

7 ай бұрын

Congratulations, I didn't even think about that so this will be my first sober Thanksgiving Christmas and New years in probably over 40 years.

@timothycook1119

4 ай бұрын

Congratulations!!

My journey to choosing an alcohol-free life has been complicated. It took me years of going back and forth, always thinking alcohol had some positive benefits for my life... I would get sick and tired of how alcohol was affecting my life, and decide to stop or "take a break". After a while without booze things got better, and I figured I was "cured" or that maybe alcohol wasn't such a problem after all and maybe I had overreacted. So I would decide to moderate and try to drink like "normal people". Maybe it worked for a while, but each and every time I ended up in a state where I wanted to stop again. So I would repeat that cycle. Get sick of what alcohol was doing to me. Decide to stop. Stay sober for a while. Feel better. Go back to drinking. Get sick of what alcohol was doing to me. Decide to stop. Feel better. Go back to drinking... I did this literally for YEARS. I am now 136 days sober and I am NOT going back. I know booze has nothing positive to offer me. I know I am a better man, a better father, a better husband, a better drummer, and just a better EVERYTHING when I am living alcohol-free!

@darincatanzarite6230

3 ай бұрын

Man I’m doing the same thing you were doing for years I’ve been in this ridiculous cycle and I’m sick of tired of being sick and tired. I’m on day one feeling like shit . I’m moving forward this time and I ain’t looking back! I feel like those who drink are the ones that miss out not the outher way around. I also halve been buying exercise equipment and I’m gonna do the same. Replace exercise for the bad habit. Start eating healthy so I can get away from this curse. Thanks man .day one ain’t no fun but I’m pushing through this bitch. 😅

For me, replacing alcohol with a healthy new habit has really helped. I started exercising when I quit the alcohol and that has helped a lot. Instead of sitting around feeling sorry for myself and wishing I was at a bar drinking beer, I will go for a run or do a workout or beat the crap out of the punching bag.

@williehutch03

6 ай бұрын

Running 🏃🏾 has been a good option for me!

33 days in and my blood pressure got much, much better. Soo stoked! I might have avoided a heart attack!🥳

@jessebest3006

7 ай бұрын

160/93-130/60 still on medication but hopefully eventually ill be able to come off it.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

The medical machine makes no money when you're not on meds 😉

I’m 77 day’s alcohol free!!! So grateful, I love waking up with no shame, guilt or hangovers!!!

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

77🌞👏👏👏 I'm loving your activity in the comments! Just got caught back up after the holiday and saw your name a lot 🫡

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

@@GettingSoberAgain I'm trying to help others as I have been helped.

@toniburdine1393

6 ай бұрын

​@@jeffreyjohnmann I'm once again on day 1 with absolutely no alcohol. Day one hasn't been too bad. I'm getting back to the gym and journaling to help.

What has helped me is believing that you can quit. Believe 100 percent that you can do it. Thats what got me to quit smoking cigarettes and to quit alcohol. Its still motivating to know this. Before i never thought i would quit and felt hopeless. Like i was going to die from it.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

What a very valuable and often overlooked strategy!! 👏👏👏

My family and friends did an intervention. I was in serious self deception/denial on my drinking problem. Eternally greatful I agreed to do detox and rehab. Went to Socal Detox and the New Found Life. Had fatty liver and periodic DT's. Day 311 sober today. Saw several relapses that ended in death! I hope to not relapse if possible... doing AA Meeting everyday on zoom and in person... helps me stay focused on my recovery. So far so good. Most importantly: Surrender daily to God all areas of my life to His control! Also thank God for removing the obsession to use and abuse alcohol.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

What a great Christmas gift your sobriety is to all of you and your family! ♥️

@astonsweeney

7 ай бұрын

Amen

Day 64 today. I’m starting to notice some differences in my emotions and how I view things. Getting more enjoyment from the little things. I think that means I’m on the right track and my brain is healing.

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

Things will keep getting better for you, stick with it!

@jamie.777

6 ай бұрын

Day 19 sober 😔crippling depression, everything is grey

@cheryl1332

6 ай бұрын

Things will get better hang in there!

Thank you for your content, It helps to read the comments and get advice. I am 90 days quit today. I moved back from CO to NY to be with family. I am less depressed, less angry with myself, and have a lot less urges to drink. Sadness and loneliness, along with anger are huge triggers for me. Trying to stay with like minded people and being kind to myself has help to keep me sober. I think your videos help a lot.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

Come back and say hello anytime! I'm glad you're thriving instead of just surviving! Click here to watch our NEWEST videos on sobriety! kzread.info/head/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt

I was doing so well for a time, and then there was that voice in my head telling me to have one to celebrate going a long time without drinking. Now I'm drinking two packs in a week, and it's a struggle to not drink more. I also stopped listening to your podcast but now I'm back to watch and lsiten.

@jessebest3006

7 ай бұрын

You can do it! I switched to Kombucha and it seems to be a good compromise.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

You're always welcome!

I went alcohol-free on Jan 1 of 2024, and I’ve not broken once 🎉 I love this video bc I spent all of Dec 2023 mentally and physically preparing for my plan to give up alcohol for all of 2024 (and hopefully forever). The mental preparation involved a lot of what you said: imagining my life and every facet of it without alcohol, writing a long list of my “why’s,” thinking deeply about the change while I was still drinking in December and how I couldn’t wait for the hangovers to be gone, etc. but I also changed other things like moving my bar cart away from the center of my living room and making it a display cart for my photos and books instead. Dumping all alcohol out. Having plans in place for when cravings come (and always having NA beer and wine around!). In some ways, especially as a 31-year-old, I grieve my old life of drinking (the wildness of it, the reckless fun), but I’m ready to give that recklessness up. Living healthier and without hangovers, guilt, high-level anxiety…it’s the best and most clarifying thing ever.

@GettingSoberAgain

3 ай бұрын

You certainly taken the high road to a very mature way of handling things. You should be proud of your efforts and I hope that other people will read your comment and be inspired to make similar creative changes in their own lives to be their bests too! You're right, it is a grieving process and people identify their move lively moments revolving around Alcohol. It absolutely takes a level of maturity to look beyond what you've ever known to take the leap of faith into what could possibly be 👏👏👏

My suggestion is to repeat a mantra, mine was “nobody cares if I don’t drink” (5 months dry)

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

Great line!

Starting my journey today. Very inspirational video Jae.🙏🙏

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

Welcome, this is wonderful news! I watch a video every morning here to keep myself on track. Please don't give up on yourself!

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard. Get ready to learn a lot about yourself 😉

Good video Jae!! After alot of thinking, the number ONE reason that triggers my drinking is BOREDOM! I'm very dangerous when I have too much time on my hands! My number 2 trigger is hanging out with a girl!!

Hit the 30 day mark earlier this evening and made it through Thanksgiving with (surprisingly) relative ease! Lots of positive comments on looking better and encouragement to keep going from my family. These tips were extremely helpful for me when getting prepared to take this second attempt at sobriety, and this content and community continue to help in continuing the journey. Actually looking forward to my checkup at the beginning of 2024 to see the physical changes that have occurred since I quit. The mental changes are fantastic, so much less anxious and depressed and I feel sharp as a tack. So happy to have made the choice to stop and that I stumbled upon these videos, they make a world of difference. Will check back in at 90 days 💪🤞

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

You can check in as often as you need to my friend. In my experience, daily support has been a huge help for me.

Two weeks today…Feels great to be practicing again👍 One big trigger was a reward after work…. I have an ice cold Coke now & look forward to it. Not too many cravings at all ATM. Also doing a very brief journal most days. Thanks Jae, great video.

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

Keep it going, it is going to get easier as you stack up more and more alcohol-free days!

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

Nice pivot!

I started the 10 in 10 Method on Tuesday. I don't know if I can push through it to be honest. I think knowing I "HAVE" to drink and that I'm not sneaking to do it has taken the urge to drink away. THANKFULLY! Thank you for your genuine kindness and help! I've been binging your videos for the last 3 days.

@GettingSoberAgain

4 ай бұрын

I'm happy to be bingeworthy 😀 Ultimately the goal is to just quit. You don't have to taper down. If you want to be done with it, just be done with it. Schedule yourself a fun productive weekend. Stay up on housework, cleaning, organizing, books, exercise, ANYTHING that keeps your mind and body engaged and tires you out so you "earn your sleep"

You dont expect to start a new job and running the place in a year 😂😂😂😂😂 hilarious...that made me chuckle.

Find a hobby that you have never thought of. Check your self chats. Focus on ONE thing at a time

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

Nice tips!!! Feel free to add more as they come to mind =)

This is one of my favorite videos. I paired this with the 10 in 10 plan. It was a great way to prepare!

I have quit drinking and gone sober so many times. I feel that medication is the only thing that helps kill the cravings. I was able to stay sober for a year, 6 months, several months, and today marks day 6. Thank you for the video. It does get better.

I am very close to my third month sober and my only tip is never forget the last time i got drunk. When, everyday less, I think about a drink, I remember that night and always works. I do not want to be that awful guy again. Alcohol, for me, ir is like Mr. Hide potion.

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

This is a great idea, I know when I think about some of the things I did when I was drunk I am so ashamed, I never want to be that person again!

@RobertoLopezH

7 ай бұрын

Sure, @@jeffreyjohnmann. I'm three months away from the Monster I was. Like Bruce Banner, I avoid the triggers.

I was hoping for a new video today! Thank you!

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

I figured there would be some people out there not knowing what to do post holiday weekend. I had a nice all day long staycation in my bed streaming Prime lol (and a good little workout!) What can you work on TODAY to set yourself up for a successful day tomorrow? And what can you practice TODAY from your "new life schedule" of tomorrow?

@user-wh5qm1lo9l

7 ай бұрын

@@GettingSoberAgainthis is so very helpful. The fact that you took the time you did to type all of this out… means a LOT! Thank you! :)

My mother is driving me crazy She is 78 years she complains about everything very negative Also she is a narcissist after being with her I go home and I drink a lot and I'm extremely bored

@derekhath380

7 ай бұрын

I have a Mom like that too!

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

I've certainly been there. I was very happy to get my own mother to get sober, and now our relationship is TEN FOLD better!

My journey has been unusual. I started drinking heavily for the first time at the age of 38 while dealing with a loss. I knew did the wild and crazy lady I turned into when I drank was a side of my personality but not the real me. I worked hard to pull back from that heavy drinking and it took me years. By the time I was in my late 40s I cut back to 4 beers every single night before bed and I have maintained that amount all these years later and here I am somehow still alive at 76 and I've been trying to quit those four beers since my late 50s. I don't think I can call myself an alcoholic because I do very well control when and how much I drank and it doesn't cause any problems in my life which is exactly why it's been so hard to get myself to stop. I've watched other KZread videos that are supposed to help with quitting and I've bought books and joined groups. You amaze me Jay and I don't know if it's thanks to your therapy but so often you express exactly what I feel. Thank you for your channel

@GettingSoberAgain

2 ай бұрын

I pray before every one of these videos to say what I need to say, when I need to say it and how I need to say it so that these words will help people for years to come. thank you for finding these videos and sharing your story!

I went through a similar experience as you described. The one thing I noticed was my lack of feeling comfortable in restaurants and bars. I remember the first time I took a stroll down the road to a local favorite haunt to see what kinds of n/a beers they had available and to get some duck confit. As I looked in the window walking up to the door, I saw how busy they were. 1 or 2 seats open at the bar, and that was it (I sit at the bar when I go out because I don't feel right taking up a table when it's just me). I didn't feel right taking up a seat for someone else who'd be drinking much more than I would be, and the bartenders there are incredible and deserve all the tips they get. So, I kept walking. I did find n/a beers that I enjoy, but at a later date (they make n/a IPA's, to my shock and excitement!). When I quit smoking, I had to go through not only just a whole day of no smoking, but every event or action I would participate in. I had to break the chain of smoking to every day activities. That was the hardest part, for me. I'm a Vet, and know a lot of other Vets in the area that use/d alcohol on the daily for the exact same thing. Everything in their life revolves around when their next/last drink was to help them cope. And I'm no exception. Especially for social gatherings. I'd down at least 3-4 drinks before even going out just to lower the anxiety levels. To be honest, the healthy lifestyle changes kind of followed naturally, just took a bit to start. I began cooking at home, buying real food and not depending on fast food for meals. I did have a sweet tooth for a few weeks, and couldn't stop eating cookies, snacks and other things all the way up to Christmas, but that's subsided a lot. Even that goes away, apparently. I countered those by buying sodas and seltzers I like. Not because I wanted to trade them for beers, but because I genuinely liked the flavor. The carbonation and "bite" is also something I missed from IPA's, so seltzers helped with that sensation. I just love orange flavored drinks, so they help with the sweet cravings I get on occasion. And, my friends circle has changed dramatically in a very short amount of time. I was able to drop the toxic relationships I had built over time for those of people who truly care about my well-being. I used to go to "Martini nights" at least once a week to a friends place about 45 minutes away. We'd meet at her place around 9 or 10, make at least 2 martinis of our choice, watch a show or movie and then leave at like 1 am for the same 45 minute drive. Needless to say, I had 0 mornings to enjoy. Waking up prior to 10am was "early" for me. Especially on days I didn't open at work. I no longer speak to her, for unrelated issues. I'm actually going to therapy because of that relationship, but my therapist is helping me with so many other things I'm glad to be rid of that neck weight Now, I'm working to make my wake-up time around 6am. It helps I start school in a couple weeks and my earliest class is at 8am and it's a 1.5 hour commute to the campus (saving money on driving and using public transport is another bonus!). I'm even going as far as taking down the decor in my place that reference alcohol. Not because they're a trigger for me (I barely even notice them on most days), but because I want to decorate my place with art. Real art. Not a beer sign I picked up at a beer festival somewhere. I didn't expect this much change when I stopped drinking. At all. I'm also leery of saying I "quit drinking", because it doesn't feel like I did. It just feels like I'm on a vacation from my previous life. I'm talking to my therapist about gaining skills and ideas on how to keep it going once my medication is over, because I know it's just a temp situation. But she's really good at her job and I trust her to help walk me through whatever future issues I may encounter with skills I'll learn. Sorry for the long story. My fingers sometimes just keep typing lol. Your channel is awesome and I really enjoy your insight. Thank you.

@GettingSoberAgain

5 ай бұрын

so much change 💜

@jeffreyjohnmann

5 ай бұрын

You have every right to drink whatever you want at a bar my friend. Don't feel like a second-class citizen just because you're drinking NA drinks. You can over-tip the bartender if that makes you feel better. Stick with it, you are figuring this out as you go. Please don't give up on yourself!

@musickf

5 ай бұрын

@@jeffreyjohnmann I hadn't thought of that. Thank you!

When i drink i am excited, i have shone friends and family that excitement around the world. When im sober, i feel notbing. Ive had a full life andhave had many adventures. I cant find things that excite me anymore. I dont understand it. But its the only thing keeping me going. I know im talking into the wind here. But here i am

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

Drinking alcohol has trained your brain thatr the only way to feel good or get excited abut things is with alcohol.Once you stop drinking your brain will learn there are other ways to get those good feelings! But as long as you're numbing your brain with poison things will stay the same...

@davidbrown8319

7 ай бұрын

But i get hise feelings after i have stopped. Its those feelings that drag me back. I dunno...

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

How long have you been sober?

Just hit 3 weeks... Ups and downs but it definitely gets easier.

This is probably the best damn video I've ever watched on getting sober. I've drunk too much for 19 years now, the 20th year since I first got drunk will be 2024. I need to stop. I'm only drinking less than a quarter of what I did at my absolute peak of alcoholism but it's still costing too much and making me feel like garbage. I'm going to taper off and go for zero. Thankyou for this video, it's truly brilliant. You've no doubt helped many and saved countless lives.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

I am very excited to hear your progress!! Feel free to comment everyday that you wake up sober and watch another video. A lot of people find it motivating to stay on track! Here's the playlist to our most recent episodes! kzread.info/head/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt

My husband is my who, what, when, and where 😩😩

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

Sounds like you need a plan.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

👿👼

Officially 1 month sober!!! Feeling so much better. I still have my moments, but now I'm super aware and can deal with the negative emotions when they happen. No more "needing" to numb out.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

YAHOOOOOOOO!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS 🎉🎉🎉 Maybe you can take all the money you saved on alcohol and buy yourself something nice 💡 Do you have extended family for the upcoming holidays? Perhaps some thoughtful presents for them too 🌞

Thank you!!!

Thank you I needed this

I didn't even read the comments like I usually do, but you were spot on. I had deaths in the family, I have depression since I was a kid, had a heart attack, I'm disabled after working all my life after a car accident.I have GI problems. I finally contacted my GP (doctor) . I had enough. I need to clean up. I can't do it alone, though

@donallan6396

7 ай бұрын

You should force yourself to read the comments .They are helpful.

@PunchPressQueen75

7 ай бұрын

@@donallan6396 I will

Thanks for the vids Jay.

Love your work J. October 1st crew checking in!

You are a beautiful soul.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

ME??? You know, it's been a long road to get here. But I'm happy to be here 🥰

Another banger! HYUH GET IT!

Wow. This is me!

My Goals is money and weight loss

I've been drinking heavily for about 7 1/2 years but decided that I needed to get sober for almost a year now. I would average anywhere between 4-10 drinks per day. If I was out and about, I would hide my drinks in a soda can or a metal water bottle of some sort. I have a few health issues that I'm concerned about like bloating, pains in my back(aside fron scoliosis), random pains throughout my abdomen and I haven't had a solid turd in quite awhile. My blood pressure is high. Drinking just isn't enjoyable to me anymore and every time I take a sip I get reoccurring thoughts of existential dread. I've lost five of my upper rear molars as well. I need to really put my foot down and say enough is enough and be done with this burden on my life.

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

Life is so much better without alcohol.

@ericb8413

4 ай бұрын

Existential dread is the worst 😢

I'm 3 weeks in! Glad I found the channel. Good luck to everyone!

@GettingSoberAgain

3 ай бұрын

Happy to have you here with us! Don't be a stranger Here's the playlist to our most recent episodes! kzread.info/head/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt

The Thursday advice is good advice.

I'm at 68 days of being, Thanks! For the great videos, I've watched dozens and dozens of your videos along with countless others I found on KZread on alcoholism and what alcohol does to the body and to listen to people's stories on how they feel after they quit ..

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

Thanks Paul it's always great to hear from you. It makes me feel good knowing you're still out there holding it down!

2 weeks today 🙌

@jeffreyjohnmann

7 ай бұрын

I love it, 2 weeks is great! Keep it going, life is so much better without booze!

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

🥈

I've only been sober(ish; couple bumps) since beginning of Oct and this community, a little "Vancity love" and starting a routine of microdosing and self-care (working out, physiotherapy, meditation). My partner and I are so much happier with alcohol out of our lives. You can do to it. Whenever! When you decide, we're all here to say yay ❤ Especially Jae 😀

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

👁️🍄👁️

Thanks so much for all yur videos

@GettingSoberAgain

6 ай бұрын

You are so welcome. Click here to BINGE WATCH more of our videos! kzread.info/head/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt

Hi everyone! Just starting my second day of no drinking. Also started the PTSD therapy. Trying to find support around, any sober groups, people who understand that problem. Have a good day everyone!

@GettingSoberAgain

5 ай бұрын

Remember, the goal is to one day give the support BACK 😉 In the meanwhile, check out our friends over at sobertownpodcast.com they have lots of podcasts, workshops, zoom meetings etc. and also too download the IAMSOBER app

Alcohol never did me any favors. I quit drinking so I could have a clean body and spirit.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

🎯

Thank you, journey starts today.

@GettingSoberAgain

5 ай бұрын

There will be bumps in the road and detours up ahead. But never lose focus on where you're going!

Started drinking at 14 years old picking up drinks at my family functions when they would put their drink down. I’m 64 now and 35 days sober I feel good so far no cravings. Listening to your videos is making me stronger. Keep making them. Thanks one day at a time.

@GettingSoberAgain

4 ай бұрын

We are stronger together!

@jeffreyjohnmann

4 ай бұрын

It is never too late to make a positive change! I am 57 years old and in the same boat, a lifelong drinker... but I am now 162 days sober and ready to start living a life I can be proud of!

I love this video I took down all ten can’t wait to put them to use 😊

@GettingSoberAgain

Ай бұрын

How bout now? 😁

Your videos are exactly what I needed at this time as I go in today, number four

@GettingSoberAgain

6 ай бұрын

DAY 4!!!

@jeffreyjohnmann

6 ай бұрын

Keep it going buddy! My life has been so much better without alcohol, no more hangovers or anxiety or panic attacks, worrying about my drinking all the time.

This content is so helpful - thank you for making me feel stronger.

@GettingSoberAgain

6 ай бұрын

all the feels

@jeffreyjohnmann

6 ай бұрын

Life is so much better without alcohol!

I'm going clean tomorrow night new years. I've been drinking almost 15 to 26 shots everyday sometimes more for an entire year. I've gained a ton of weight. Have had no sex. I hate how I've made my life. So here it goes. Fuck the world I'm gonna damn better myself and be who I used to be . I know it's gonna be hard. I've tried and done it before. But I've learnt from my fails. Thanks for your channel

@GettingSoberAgain

6 ай бұрын

Welcome to the footsteps of your best life!

4:06. LOL! This really is good news because I start today!

@GettingSoberAgain

5 ай бұрын

Updates please 😸

@mattc825

5 ай бұрын

@@GettingSoberAgain Well, on the 1st day I went for the normal amount (which is/was quite a nice ration, lol). Now I’m on day 6 of cold turkey and feeling great! I also improved diet and exercise regimen. Planning to keep it up for at least a month!

@GettingSoberAgain

5 ай бұрын

@@mattc825 Heck YEAAAAAH!!! LETS GOOOOOOOO!!!!

@mattc825

5 ай бұрын

@@GettingSoberAgainThanks man. Your videos are great 👍

I have to go to work but I'll be back! And God bless you

@GettingSoberAgain

5 ай бұрын

Famous last words of drunken fathers who never returned?? It's so sad what alcohol has done to so many families. Keep on track, stay up to date on our videos and comment often! Here's the main playlist of episodes so you can check out more when you're ready 👍 kzread.info/head/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt

One thing that is terrifying is trying to go to sleep without alcohol making you sleepy. None of the normal things helped me but some type of exercise before going to bed is always good. Second was a sleep machine, the kind that make white noise. I set mine to the rain noise. That helped a lot. Being able to sleep is very helpful to staying sober.

@GettingSoberAgain

3 ай бұрын

What's your daily caffeine consumption like? how about using your phone/computer/social media/video games/TV before bed? Daily sugar intake? Do you nap? How close to bedtime are you eating? Do you consume spicy foods? Daily exercise is great, so you've got that going for you!

I am on my day 10 so super early but your videos help me tremendously Thank you for that! ❤️

@GettingSoberAgain

6 ай бұрын

We'll keep up the good work together! Click here to BINGE WATCH more of our videos! kzread.info/head/PLddHUddS-QQjIYyRNl-E3bkOiEWWIZtEt

@jeffreyjohnmann

6 ай бұрын

Stick with it my friend, 10 days is a huge accomplishment. Please don't give up on yourself!

@Thealphagorl

6 ай бұрын

@@jeffreyjohnmann thank you! I will ❤️ still sober and taking it day by day 🙂

I believe the Lord brought me this site. I will start this week but I need to find the video that explains not going cold turkey. Thanks!

@GettingSoberAgain

5 ай бұрын

I believe the Lord lead us both here for our paths to coverage at this moment! 🙏🙏🙏

30 days and I will have some bloating, inflammation in my abdomen and my left side is still kinda crampy, like when you run, but not as bad, just a feeling of something there, It's off and on, and I think it's because of what I eat, I'm staying away from sugar and I'm leaning towards the keto.but I've mostly ate pretty well. I'm hoping this goes away.The dizzyness is mostly gone but it seems triggered if I don't get enough sleep when I go to work early , but it is way more mild than when I was drinking. I was experiencing headaches, I never got those drinking, I always stayed hydrated, I think my brain is growing back to it's normal size.😳

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

Question: 1. How much acidic food/drinks do you consume? 2. How much sweets do you consume? try eliminating one or both for a full 24 hours and see how you feel

I’ve been tapering down, and am drinking about half of what I was.. today is supposed to be my day 1, but I’m not sure I’ve tapered enough and am scared to stop suddenly. Everything I read is freaking me out about withdrawals! It’s been hard for me to cut down, because I can’t moderate, but I’m doing it because I really want to stop.

hello Jae

Good morning. Thanks again for another great video. I wrote down something you said in another video but missed part of it. "Don't cheat on your future self with your past self"......Can you tell me that again, please?

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

That's the general point. You got it! Your current speed is in a tug of war between going back to the comfort of the devil it knows in behaving like your past self, but get anxious about the uncertainty of becoming your future self. Its the job of your current to not cheat on your future self that you want to become, with your past self that you no longer wish to be.

I’m 16 days in and feeling great! I have no booze in the house which helps a lot and find other things to drink to fulfill the ritual part of drinking. I think the “no drinking “ for me cuz my willpower weakens when I have a drink.

In order for me to sort my mental health out I want my body to be in the best state if health for me to feel I can deal with the mental health issues. That means NO Alchohol, NO Cocaine, a healthier Diet, grooming, exercise AND sticking to my boundaries. It felt different to be sat with others drinking, but I was steadfast in my reasons and kept to diet Coke. I know there's a better future for me with help and guidance to attain this. 🍒

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

What's your sober streak looking like 😁

@cherrybacon3319

7 ай бұрын

@GettingSoberAgain It feels comfortable. After all the trying and poor attempts the penny has finally dropped, and I have stopped procrastinating over how, why or where to stop drinking and taking drugs. Its make or break and i want to make it work without the alchohol etc. It feels good, but I know there'll be times when I have a bad day and I hope I can deal with it in a good way and abstain.

Its my first day sober........I feel nuts....I must go to the bar....soon....Oh man...I cant take it no more.

@GettingSoberAgain

5 ай бұрын

We all remember the first day, all 50 times lol

@Lulee693

5 ай бұрын

I am on day 2 today, hang in there with me! We can be same quit day buddies! 😎 Think of how good it feels in the morning when you make it through the night.

I have 10 days in, I started riding my bike 🚲 and I tried to lift weights but for some reason my fort head hurt so much. Does anyone know why is that ? Did I ruined my brain 🧠?😢

I only say i havent had a beer in _ days. I dont tell them what my plan is

how do you deal with a spouse who refuses to stop drinking, while I'm trying to stop. So hard.

@jeffreyjohnmann

5 ай бұрын

Communication is important. Talk with them, don't be preachy or judgmental, but ask for help. They may not quit but that doesn't have to stop you on your journey. If they understand what you are trying to do (make your life better, be a better partner, improve your health, etc) they will at least be able to support you in this!

My issue is i keep telling myself well it's just one day of drinking I'll quit again tomorrow

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

I see a recurring pattern with you

@disorderly_mama

7 ай бұрын

​@@GettingSoberAgainyes a pattern of feeling like oh well I can always start over and stop tomorrow

You sound like me. You drank cause the aky was blue. Any reason at all.

@GettingSoberAgain

6 ай бұрын

Any reason at all 😭

@toniburdine1393

6 ай бұрын

@@GettingSoberAgain I am now four days in and had the perfect excuse to slip tonight. Idk how but I didn't do it. First time I've even had the urge so far.

In five years it’ll no longer be alcohol sobriety, it’ll evolve to porn sobriety 🤔

The detox symptoms. I don’t want it. My body does. Alcohol detox can kill you. I lost my job and haven’t been able to be sober since.

@GettingSoberAgain

7 ай бұрын

When you're sick and tired of being sick and tired, you will find your path. Until then 🫡

I drank a week shy of my 4 year sobriety birthday. I drank two days then stayed sober 3.5 m then started drinking again and since Jan I haven't been able to get sober for longer than 4 days. Today day one I'm tired

tHE FICUKNIGN CRAVINGS LAST FOR HOURSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

@GettingSoberAgain

2 ай бұрын

ope