Thank you very much for the comments and the support. I just did my 2nd ever 31 days with no alcohol and had a very different experience. If you want to see how that went check it out here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z5ygxJqldbqeeqw.html If you are struggling and want to talk, leave a message. I respond to every comment if I can, and I've learned that this community is just fantastic. We are all in this together so don't be afraid to reach out or just say how it's going.

@rennugm1

3 ай бұрын

😂🎂🎉 I'm Day 34... After drinking a gallon and a half of Bourbon for the last 6 years... I was Sober almost 20 Years and they my wife passed from Stage 4 Colon Cancer,, an no she wasn't a Drinker ... I crawled back into that bottle as if id never had left it 😢 But im Sober and in it for the long haul im 67 an plan on making it go 70 and then 80 ... Stay well my Friend it gets better after the First 30 Day's 😅🎉

@TheSAHDLife

3 ай бұрын

@@rennugm1 Thanks or the great comment. Dry Jan is over and I haven't even thought of having one yet. It feels good to feel good 👊

@sambrewstermusic

3 ай бұрын

Interesting. Your drinking mirrors mine pretty much exactly - a few beers/glasses of wine a night and more on the weekend. We are also similar in age. I read Allen Carr’s book and have now been sober for 5 weeks. My sober experience has also been exactly like yours. I really enjoyed this video. All the best to you and your family and cheers to no beers!

@TheSAHDLife

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great comment! That' awesome to hear you are feeling great. We did dry January and this time around it's really penetrating my psyche I think. I really hope to continue this path moving forward. It takes time to changes habits but it sure is worth it! 👊 @@sambrewstermusic

@BeStill-zy5ye

3 ай бұрын

I'm Sean from Sacramento California....lost my job in 2021 and I've been a hermit basically not leaving the house for 2 years with depression and drinking too much every day atlest 8-12 drinks. I feel terrible which is odd because I e always been an athlete and MMA fighter. Always felt great but I'm out of shape. Barley lifting at this point. I have a home gym and a jump rope. Last time I quit was 6 months ago and I quit cold turkey. I lasted 20 days. Apparently I wasn't addicted they say after that long. But then I started again. I could definitely use some tips friend. I'm tired of this posien it's killing me. Btw I'm only 32.

I’m 65, a heavy drinker for many years, which is causing me health issues, so I embarked on the “30 days off the booze”, I’m only 6 days in, but determined to see it through, and hopefully, by 30 days I can keep it going, thank you for your honest video, it’s a very emotive subject 😊

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment. And good for you. I hope you remember to come back to this and share an update once you reach the end of your 30 days. I have gone back to old ways (summers are tough) and I feel much worse than I did when I wasn't drinking. It's crazy that I'm literally PAYING to feel this way. Old habits really do die hard, but I think I'm going to make a solid effort in the very near future to get back to where I was, because I felt (and slept) great.

@andyhepburn6855

9 ай бұрын

That's amazing!

@Glimmertwin32

9 ай бұрын

Giving up changed my life in a very obvious way. After quitting I found I had so much more energy and motivation. I had to do something with this new found drive…noticing all he great street art around my city I decided I would like to try it. I found out pretty quickly that I loved painting big with spray paint, it became a passion and an obsession. At the time I was in sales for a large print company and after a few years I started taking on commissions doing them at weekends. It got to the point where I had to make a decision between the well paid, secure, company BMW job or painting full time. I jumped ship and became a professional mural artist seven years ago. I often wonder if I would have done it if I was still drinking? I think not, the alcohol had been suppressing creativity, energy and general enthusiasm for my adult life. PS just for a timeline…I was 40 when I stopped and 52 when I started painting full time…oh and if you want to see my sober paintings hit this link instagram.com/glimmertwin32 Greeting’s from Brighton UK

@Alex-tm5oz

9 ай бұрын

Good luck bro. So hard. I wish I had your fortitude.

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

@@Alex-tm5oz I really appreciate the support man. Reading the book helped me out for sure and made it a LOT easier.

Almost 5 weeks without alcohol and it has been a game changer for me, too. I’ve had amazing sleep, more energy/patience and WAY more productive. Thanks for sharing!🎉

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Oh this is so awesome to read. Thanks for sharing. It's really hard to battle 20+ years of programming. Drinking on a weekend is almost a reflex for me... but it really doesn't take that long to change patterns and feel good again. I've done more reading in the last few months than the last few years! Good for you! :)

@pieter5466

Жыл бұрын

I had the exact same experience when I did 30 days a few years ago, and then again last year. Sadly, I regressed both times. Hopefully not this time.

@sarawinnell6042

Жыл бұрын

@@pieter5466 Recovery is not a linear journey (I know it hasn’t been for me)! You’ve got this!!

@rainbow666ify

Жыл бұрын

@@hebrewhammer8571 Congrats on entirely missing the point of this video...

@jayroland7267

Жыл бұрын

@@hebrewhammer8571 Keep telling yourself that 😄

Going on day 3 and the withdrawal symptoms suck but I'm determined to quit. Wish me luck! Great video by the way.

@TheSAHDLife

5 ай бұрын

I'm right there with you at the moment. I felt great this morning and I will feel great tomorrow morning too. So will you! Do yourself a favor and read the book though if you can. It'll really help.

@peterj.fallon4327

4 ай бұрын

Good luck man.. just take 5 min at a time

@georgiofasoulis1140

4 ай бұрын

What kind of withdrawal symptoms did you go through? Does it feel better now?

@jujumulligan43

3 ай бұрын

Keep it up. Savoir your momentum. I am learning how stopping and starting over and over (me) is doing me no favors toward my goal of freedom. Hang in there!

@shkottrendezvous6644

3 ай бұрын

How are you doing? Have you managed to keep going? I’m day 1 into it. I occasionally stop for 2-3 days but I’m tired of the headaches and cannot get out of bed and it’s getting worse. I’m 55 and really had a gutful of drinking. I’d love to stop. I hope you could work it out for yourself. If you have failed are you trying again? Please let me know.

I was 7 years sober till my wife said she wants to live alone. She moved out in April 2023. I broke my sobriety the same day and have been drinking every day more or less in moderation. It isn't working, as I'm now having tremors that only stop when i drink. I know that it's a GABA depletion in my brain. I can't afford rehab, so I'm going to try an online outpatient program for at least the next 7 days. Please pray for me. Thank you

@TheSAHDLife

5 ай бұрын

Read the book if you haven't my friend! The Allen Carr one mentioned in the description, go get a copy today. It sounds like things have been tough and it might be hard to see any positives at the moment, but to me, from the other side, it sounds like now is your chance and you have a huge opportunity in front of you. Life will feel good again and it sounds like you are on the right track. Stay strong and let us know if you need to chat!

@lobstermania4025

5 ай бұрын

If you went 7 years once you can do it again. That is amazing! Try to focus on what interests you and relaxes you. I'm on day 9. Best of luck sir

@Fastfox3848

Ай бұрын

Listen to a bloke called Sober Leon. It helped me a lot when I thought I was beyond help. Good luck to you

@devinleisinger4855

Ай бұрын

There are some helpful medications for tremors go to any dr

@KitKat-jp7fk

25 күн бұрын

I've been drinking alcohol almost daily for about 13 years. When my mom died I went over the edge and never came up. It has caused so many major problems in my life and I'm TIRED. I never experienced withdrawal symptoms though. Today makes 5 days sober for me. I'm rooting for you and hope you have conquered this habit. Much love ❤

I’ve watched a lot of these I quit alcohol videos but for some reason yours has really resonated with me unlike some of the others. Why is that? I think because you’ve perfectly described this type of adjacent alcoholism a lot of us have drifted into. We don’t think we’re alcoholics because hey, we could quit anytime couldn’t we? But then night after night we have a few drinks to unwind and de-stress and it’s become such a crutch that seems impossible to give up. I now find myself reflecting on some of my less than stellar decisions and behavior and realize now that alcohol was always a factor, always in the background, always made those choices easier to justify to myself. It’s so insidious because no one would describe me as an alcoholic and I don’t consider myself one either. But here we are. Thank you for posting this, it’s helped me realize a few home truths that I’ve been in denial about. Cheers ❤

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

What a great comment to read, thank you for taking the time. It's so interesting, my wife and I used to argue and looking back, alcohol was always involved. I'm not going to say alcohol was responsible for every bad thing in my life but it's been there lurking pretty much the whole time. I have felt better this last few months than I have in a very long time. I drank 2 drinks twice this month and each time was meh. I don't even think about it anymore, it's awesome! We are having drinks tonight with friends but to be honest, I don't even really want to. But I'm just going to have a good time and not really think about it. I have completely shifted my thinking since beginning this journey and I can't wait to see what the future is like.

@colinrussell2017

Жыл бұрын

I really identify with your comment John. I think this video works so well is because its not as preachy as some other sobriety/sober curious content and this channel is not JUST a sobriety channel; it's a more laid back approach. As for the concept of "alcoholism", its now often refered to as Alcohol Use Disorder or AUD. AUD presents problem drinking on a spectrum of severity. The term "alcoholic" is misleading because it's like either you are an alcoholic or you aren't. I had a friend go to AA and he said he came out after one meeting and said he realized that he was not an alcoholic because he was "not like those other people" But he still had a drinking problem, right? Its always easy (and really convinient) to point to someone else and say "I'm not THAT bad! Look at that guy!" to justify our crumby behavior to ourselves. Anyway, sorry to go on and on, I just wanted to share. I hope you have a good journey!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

@@colinrussell2017 Great comment! Thanks for sharing. And I agree with you.

@TheRogueDM

10 ай бұрын

Yeah spot on - a lot of videos did the same for me as I don't get blackout drunk all the time or even drink every day. But I have drunk every other day, at least once a week, consistently for over a decade.

@carpanojr

9 ай бұрын

Same here, this is by far the most relatable and down to earth of all the videos I've seen on the subject

Most relatable video I've ever seen.. I'm 40 with two kids and realized I've drank almost every day for 20+ years. Never considered myself an alcohol, but needed to change my lifestyle. 1 Week today and my GERD is almost nonexistent, I'm more calm, focused, and sleeping wayyy better.

@TheSAHDLife

4 ай бұрын

Glad you found the video! And yeah isn't that awesome? I'm doing dry Jan too and any gerd is just gone... my ability to problem solve at any time through the day is way higher which I love... It gives me confidence. I'm reading way more, I'm learning way more. Yesterday I made pickled cabbage! Something I've always wanted to jazz up my wraps but I'd just never do that mid-day on a Sunday because I'd rather be chilling with a beer. Feels good! Keep it up, it just gets better and better 👊 Although I do have to say I had some strong cravings this weekend, but wife bought some non-alcoholic Corona's and I have to say, they were good. Hit the spot and scratched the itch.

@waywarderised

4 ай бұрын

I'm proud of you! Keep going, you can do it

@christophergreen4367

3 ай бұрын

My gerd went away after quitting as well.

@donrios3728

2 ай бұрын

Lot of people die from quitting cold turkey like that aren't you afraid you'd go into convulsions or something?

Had a major blackout on Monday, May 20th, which was also my 42nd bday, where whilst celebrating with tons of booze and during a Social Distortion and Bad Religion concert, fainted and got face slammed into the floor…. Probably the combination of poor hydration and low food intake, woke up on the hospital and been feeling very ashamed of it. Often been thinking about how alcohol was a constant thing in my life, just as you greatly shared, and been sober ever since and will aim to keep like that for longer time! Great video and thanks for sharing your experience, man!!

@TheSAHDLife

7 күн бұрын

Oof. It sounds like that night started off fun but I could see how thing got out of hand fast... I'm glad you found the video. I still struggle with drinking. It's not like it was before, but I still just go over what I should have by at least 1 big beer still every other week. I'm not waking up with crippling hangovers but still, it affects me and I don't like it. Glad to hear you are feeling awesome and good luck on your journey 👊

@caioo82

7 күн бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife oh man, I’m giving up for good!

6 1/2 years sober…I love it…everything is better EVERYTHING!

@TheSAHDLife

7 ай бұрын

Wow, nice job 👊 Do you mind if I ask what caused you to stop drinking completely and what has been the hardest part along the way? Do you still battle with it or not anymore?

1 week alcohol free and I feel so much better already. I’m back in the gym and working on my mental health and sleep patterns 🙏🏼🥹💜 I actually learned to say “no” this past weekend when offered a drink at dinner with friends. 🙏🏼 I’m excited 😊 cheers to everyone that’s on this journey 🫶🏼

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Good for you! It's tough to change at first, but then in the evenings when you would have been done drinking anyway, you think, dam I actually feel good! I'm glad I didn't drink earlier! It's tough to get through cravings... whether eating a treat, having a smoke, or a drink... but it always seems to be worth it. Thanks for sharing. It's always inspiring reading comments like this! 👊

@Junkitup

10 ай бұрын

Uuuuuuuuuall about u

@jimmy3651

8 ай бұрын

Good work👍

@kevinherrera5194

8 ай бұрын

Im barley starting on my journey to be sober I drinked for over 17 years Evry single week once or twice a week mandotary I have a week witouth drinking I know is not a lot but for me it is just want to live a healthier life with no drugs or alcahol involved n set an example for my family 🙏

@alexdimambro412

5 ай бұрын

Really? Are you a heavy drinker? I'm 6 months no booze and I think I'm going through PAWS. People feel like a million bucks at first. I did. but just wait. Hope it doesn't happen to anyone. Everyone is different during recovery.

Hi, such a good video, I’m day 16 no alcohol now and am really enjoying it. Sleep is better, patience has increased, losing weight without trying, And way more mental clarity - which at 64 is more than welcome. I was a chronic drinker - 3 drinks every night for years. Never get “drunk” but nicely buzzed every single night. Yup there are times that I miss it but the benefits are outweighing the buzz.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Nicely done! It's always inspiring to read comments like this. What was it that made you decide now was a good time to dry out? I had a Guinness and a tequila on Friday night when a friend came over, which is the second time this month I've had alcohol (usually I would be like you were) and both times this month I've had garbage sleeps and felt like crap the next day, even though it wasn't much alcohol. I'm not sure if reading those books changed my outlook on alcohol or what but, I'm starting to shift my thoughts and I like it. I DO have happy memories associated with a nice scotch or glass of a nice red wine but there are other ways to spark joy too. Time to find out what all of those are! Thanks for watching and the comment. I really appreciate it.

I lived as similar lifestyle for about 20 years. I have been sober for 11 years. My only regret is not doing it sooner.

@TheSAHDLife

8 ай бұрын

That's awesome and inspiring to hear. Alcohol has crept back into my life (though not as much as before this video) and every time I have it, I feel like crap. I don't know WHY the thought of removing alcohol completely is a scary though but it is. It's insane.

@pup9892

8 ай бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife it took about two years of being sober before the strong temptation went away. I stopped hanging out with my drinking friends and stopped going places that primarily served alcohol. I worked a lot, and stayed home a lot. It's boring and lonely but you will save a ton of money. I got back into weight lifting and lost about 40 pounds. I became a morning person, and found so many more productive hours in the day. I met my wife, who never knew me as an alcoholic and she doesn't drink. Now I drink one or two beers a couple times a year on special occasions. It is not hard for me to stop at two now. I believe my brain has rewired itself and my old habits have died. It takes commitment and sacrifice. The hardest part is the boredom, you have to find something healthy to take it's place, such as working out. Good luck. Things will get better. It's worth the sacrifice.

@ravenswod

16 күн бұрын

Don’t regret that you didn’t start sooner. You’re a shining example of self control. Keep it up 👍🏽

I had the experience with "thinking" about not having alcohol , anxiety if there was not beer in the fridge. Thanks for posting

@TheSAHDLife

4 ай бұрын

It's a crazy mental trap isn't it? I blows my mind... I just finished Dry Jan, but it's Feb 2 and I don't even feel like drinking to be honest. It's crazy.

I quit alcohol almost 7 months ago and experienced everything you mentioned. The best is the mind clarity: I think I've never been that smart in my whole adult life!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Haha that's awesome. I feel the same way though I'm not quit on that level yet. I'm just up for WAY more. Good for you man. Thanks for watching 🤜

I decided it was time for me to make a change, mostly alcohol was really affecting my sleep. I was barely getting any and really broken. I’ve always worked out but I got tired of not seeing such a positive impact in my strength training. I am now on day 17 and I plan to do 90 days maybe even longer! I got this 🙏🏼💪 I feel so much better not drinking that poison. Alcohol is poison! This has been a huge accomplishment for me and who knows, maybe I’ll give it up for good!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Love this! You know, I didn't want to get preachy in the video but I had a whole segment on how hard we've been brainwashed to thinking we need booze to have fun from a young age and like you said, just how poisonous it really is. It's like how we feel about smoking now... I think in the future our kids are going to be like "you guys drank that stuff ALL THE TIME?!?!". I think sleep is THE most important thing for us and I have always been a horrible sleeper. Not anymore :) I'm reading again too, when I drink I don't want to read, I just want to doom scroll. Good for you. It's very inspiring and I'm so glad to know there are others out there who are in similar boats. 🤜

@bmwlane8834

Жыл бұрын

Good for you....I'm day 17 aswell. I stopped Monday jan. 2. I plan to continue

@TheWIGravelSyndicate

Жыл бұрын

I’ve been through the same evolution Tania. That first week was tough, but when the cravings diminished I was like “Hmm, how long can I do this for?” Like you, I see alcohol as being contrary to my goal of being stronger, faster, and leaner at 70 than I am at 60. Good luck navigating your newfound freedom. Peace!

@wed3k

Жыл бұрын

Every time I would drink excessively, I would throw up. My body is telling me something.

@counseling3863

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife I'm newly sober (Day 7!) but my two cents, you should make that video that you were referring to about our perception of the drink. I'm seeing a positive trend toward not drinking in our society. A lack of stigma and also that there are many paths to getting there, not just one shame filled one. You channel came up because I am looking at these types of videos for inspiration and yours was awesome!

I’ve been alcohol free for two months. I’ve been a heavy drinker for 20 years and when my son and his wife decided to quit drinking, I know it’s time for me as well. There’s so many things that you’ve touched on that resonate with me. I interact better with people, have less anxiety, and sleep so much better. I am so grateful for this new way of life. I read the book. “ This Naked Mind” by Annie Grace and would highly recommend it to anyone who is contemplating changing their drinking habits.

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

Wow, good for you. Very inspiring to read, especially since alcohol has crept back into my life and I'm worse for it. Been thinking about getting back to this state because I was so happy... it's crazy how choosing to drink makes you less happy, yet we do it time and time again. Thanks for the great reminder, and my wife also read that book and found it really helped.

@Pretty60s

6 ай бұрын

@@TheSAHDLifewow that hit me hard. Respect your honesty. I worry that it can never been given away completely. How are you going now?

@rhondabulow4466

6 ай бұрын

I’m still not drinking. Sometimes it’s tempting, but I know I’m deceiving myself to think I can just drink socially once in a while. I know lots of people who seem to be able to do that pretty well. I’m just not one of them. Like my son honestly said to me, “ Mom, you just like to have ( too much) fun”!

@rhondabulow4466

6 ай бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife , thanks for asking. I appreciate it.

@TheSAHDLife

6 ай бұрын

@@Pretty60s I drink less than I did before but it is still in my life. I try not to beat myself up or make myself feel TOO guilty for having some. Reading the Allen Carr book was really helpful for me. Hope you are doing well 👊

I went 7 weeks earlier this year. I quit drinking, smoking and the Peruvian marching powder, along with adopting a healthier diet, gym routine and swimming. My partner suddenly ended our relationships and it made me homeless which in turn lost me my job. I’ve since hit all 3 bad habits again and I feel absolutely terrible for it. I’ve gained the weight that is lost as well as the mental and physical fitness levels I had for many years strived for. I will return to that positive mindset again. This video along with many others are inspirational for that to happen.

@TheSAHDLife

5 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear you've been going through some rough crap. It's tough but I guarantee you you will come out the other side stronger and more content with life... I hope you don't mind me suggesting a book but this one was a big game-changer for me so I love to recommend it when I can: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iGp2pKOrgMuvpdI.html

@OVERHERE-OVERHERE

2 ай бұрын

Truth and honesty

Congratulations!!! After drinking almost on a daily basis, I finally started my sobriety on January 16th 2023. I woke up this morning feeling rested. Already feeling the difference. Looking forward to my 30 days and hopefully stick with it for the rest of my life.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Good for you friend, that's awesome. Love reading stuff like this. If you haven't already do get a copy of that book (from the library, it's free!)... it'll give you more tools than relying on willpower. You will get cravings and that's ok... it's just like hunger. Once it passes you will feel amazing. Better than you would if you had the drink! And treat yourself with something tasty! Thanks for watching!

Im only on day 12 and am amazed at how great I feel. Sleeping, yes! Nor more anx/depression, Im happy for no reason. I feel like me again, in the best way. I have a fresh happy outlook on life. I am shocked and feel so blessed to have all these positive changes in only 12 days. I will never go back into the hell and the lie of alcohol. I am free! God bless. Thank everyone for all your inspiring stories.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Nicely done! Isn't it so crazy we forget how good it feels? Love hearing about your positive changes, thanks for changing! Stay strong 🤜

Day 54 here of major alcohol detox. If you can make it to week 5 or so there are numerous other changes happen. Things you wouldn't expect. My dark hair color returned, less gray hairs, and my skin looks A LOT better ( I guess cuz the collagen is returning). Also i definitely had some jowels which have SUBSIDED a lot. Now in addition to giving up alcohol, I went full in (for digestive reasons) including now Soda for 40 days now, no carbs for 30 days now, no chocolate as well for 30 days. I've lost 13 lbs in these 6 weeks and while i wasn't fat, i was just a little heavy. from 198 to 185 almost now. Energy level is the same, but productivity has definitely increased, ALSO saving a ton of money, and anxiety is gone, i can focus better and have more patience. Also SLEEPING much better.

@TheSAHDLife

4 ай бұрын

Amazing! Love it. Thanks for sharing. I'm on a similar trajectory myself and am excited. Which diet plan are you on? Keto? Carnivore? Really glad to hear about the anxiety and sleep... my anxiety has gotten pretty bad lately. I worry about the stupidest crap and it gets triggered SO easily it's embarrassing. Even after a few sober nights I'm feeling better... more peaceful, more compassionate. I can't wait for the snowball to keep growing. Good job and thanks for the inspiring words 👊

I'm 2 weeks sober. I love this feeling. Everyday feels beautiful. I can think better. I love it

@TheSAHDLife

5 ай бұрын

Amazing! It's so easy to get sucked back into the trap and forget that feeling. Thanks for sharing!

@waywarderised

4 ай бұрын

I'm so proud of you

I’ve also made the decision to quit drinking alcohol and I have zero regrets. I’m on day 18, and so far the benefits just keep coming! I do notice that I’m tired more than usual but I just chock that up to my body (my liver!) working hard to eliminate the fat it’s stored up over the years and that soon I’ll have my energy back. I’m eating well, drinking lots of water and getting good sleep. My husband is on this journey with me which has helped a ton as well.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Loved reading this, thanks for sharing! I'm just so game for anything that comes up in life right now, it feels amazing. Not only has my sleep improved, my weight is down, and we have extra money. Like I mentioned in the video my wife is an accountant so we have a spreadsheet for our finances, and it was crazy how often we went over budget each month for our "alcohol" category. Now we don't even have an alcohol category! She still can't believe it. Stay strong and if you remember do let me know how it goes for you guys!!

@counseling3863

Жыл бұрын

My husband is doing this with me too. At first, we were looking at each other at 5:00 going, What now? Ha! Now we are 10 days in and it is already our new normal. So cool. We both have had cravings and some irritability but thats gone now. Loving this!

@naps3386

Жыл бұрын

Any update? Is your energy coming back?

Thanks for the video! I'm 5 days sober myself, after deciding to take a break after a bad hangover and wasting a whole Saturday and Sunday because of it! I have no plans on going back, and taking it one day at a time makes me excited to feel even better the next day. It's refreshing not to wake up with a hangover, and to feel like a normal human! Even on nights where I'd only have like two drinks, I 'd still wake up feeling bad.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching brother and stay strong 👊 I'm not sure if you would consider reading the book but I'm sure you could grab a copy from your local library... It'll just make you even more excited about the future. It's crazy all the programming that we have had. Alcohol is literally poison and the big money making machine wants us to keep drinking. And yeah what's the worst case scenario if you stop for a while, save a few bucks and lose a few pounds?! Good for you. Reading your comment makes me feel even more motivated.

@michaelmartello6202

Жыл бұрын

Congrats in 20mins starts my 5 days. I'm not looking back. :)

@thorazine0076

Жыл бұрын

Day 5 here as well, been a daily drinker for many years now, but I have to do add a 5 day short workout a week 30 minute tough stair step at gym, light weight workout, strict keto, basic vitamins but now add a potassium pill in morning. Feeling much better, less anxious.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

@@thorazine0076 Good for you. That kind of lifetstyle... you're going to feel incredible enough to climb a mountain soon enough!

@djdoolittle1315

Жыл бұрын

Keep going dude. It takes a few months to get it out of the body and mind 😉✌️

I've relied on alcohol to get me through for many years now. I was like you and thought it wasn't a problem at all. I'm coming up to 45 and and not at all happy with my life because of alcohol. It's caused massive problems with my partner. I've only been sober for a couple of weeks still feeling like I want to drink every few days, feeling terrible depression. Just watching your video there really helped.

@TheSAHDLife

4 ай бұрын

Glad you found the video. I'm not sure if you saw the other video I did on a book review of Michael Singers Book 'The Untethered Soul' but, well it sent me on a path which helped get me out of my funk. Maybe you might want to check it out: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iGp2pKOrgMuvpdI.htmlsi=wunI3WprUKf26nKM

A year and a half totally sober for me. At first it was absolutely soul crushing, like I lost my very best friend. I missed it so much I would dream of drinking in my sleep. Now, I could not even think about taken a drink and the mornings are my absolute favorite part of the day. Life is hard.... it's a WHOLE lot harder with addiction/additions. If you are thinking of quitting drinking, let me tell ya..... you can do this! If I can do it...... ANYBODY can. Just start where you are, work with what you got, do what you can. YOU have got this.

@TheSAHDLife

2 ай бұрын

Nice comment! 👊 A year and half? That's awesome. Did something happen to you to spark you on this journey or was it just the culmination of lots of little things?

I personally found week three the most difficult but at the same time it was the most rewarding. Its the moment you realise that even though you feel lethargic as hell you also feel like no mountain can stand in your way from here on out. 30 days is up. For the first time since i was 15 I have gone one month without alcohol. Not even fussed if all alcohol was to magically vanish from the world

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Wow, good for you my friend! Amazing, and I agree. So since we took a break we've had alcohol a couple times... and 2 nights ago (Friday) we drank like we used to with old friends.... holy crap did I feel horrible yesterday. I NEVER want to feel that way again. The last couple months the desire to drank has pretty much disappeared and, I don't know, I kind of wanted to see what would happen drinking again. Now I can see it for what it really is, and I can't wait to get back to where you are right now. I cannot WAIT. Even today my body is lethargic and exhausted. It feels so good when you treat your body good. Thanks for the share.

@nixworld767

11 ай бұрын

"lethargic as hell"......Exactly! 9 days alcohol free. Sleeping at night naturally has been a pleasant surprise. I didn't realize i'd want to sleep all the time though! I do go to the gym daily, but man, it's hard dragging my ass in there.

30 days sober today. Gonna keep riding this wave. As a very heavy drinker this is the longest I've hone in years. I still think of booze a bit (ok a lot) but I'm winning.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

That is impressive my friend, nice job. I almost felt embarrassed creating a video that was like "Hey I made it 30 days without alcohol" because a lot of people do that all the time... but you know what, it was a big accomplishment for me, and I know it was a big one for you too. It feels good right? I just love being sharp mentally... like I'm ready to talk to anyone or handle things all the time. A year ago we were having a party and my daughter split her head open, I had to drive her to the hospital... I probably shouldn't have drove, and when I was there I realized how I could have made things even worse just driving in my condition. Ugh. So many of those moments with booze where you are like, what was I doing.... Anyway, it's nice to feel like myself. Thanks for the comment. Really appreciate you watching.

@Daz377

2 ай бұрын

Keep at it after 3 months the thoughts go you will just avoid the alcohol isle and wish you had never had started drinking it. It is evil and so self destructive.

@FrankRizzo557

2 ай бұрын

Keep saying that you are winning or better yet, I 've won. I beat it, it only has power over you when you drink, but never let your guard down. Live for today.

@digitalamok3453

2 ай бұрын

Keep up bro,you will get your goal,even when bad times kick in,it's not worth it to drink again

I went on a massive binge yesterday in Oxford, great pubs and beer followed by a fortune spent in a cocktail bar, I don’t like cocktails, but, hey, I was enjoying myself. I am going to try 30 days without booze, wish me luck! I’m going to need it.

@TheSAHDLife

7 ай бұрын

Sounds like an expensive night! lol. Those nights ARE fun... but hopefully you aren't feeling like too much garbage today. Nights like that would take me DAYS to recover from at my age and make it tough for me to do high brain processing tasks (like working on KZread videos). It'll be very interesting to hear how it goes for you, taking a break. I bet you'll feel incredible. Good luck my man 👊 If you remember come back and tell us how it goes.

@user-bn3ed4db3b

4 ай бұрын

Stop altogether bro before you think you need to, you won't regret it, I assure you.

My experience with quitting alcohol is is very similar. I was a regular drinker for my entire adult life and then when covid hit my drinking more than doubled in frequency and amount. I was having brain fog, tons of digestive issues, and insomnia... so I decided to quit for 30 days. My experience was pretty much the same as yours albeit my 30 days turned into 2 years. Now days I do drink on occasion, like I"ll share a bottle of wine with my wife when we go out for a nice dinner, but it isn't a regular part of my life. I actually did get totally wasted earlier this week on NYE for the first time in a long time... and I woke up Monday morning with a bad headache and upset stomach... I had forgotten how awful hangovers are. Even 4 days later as I type this my brain still feels a little foggy and my digestive system feels not quite right. Not getting drunk again any time soon!

@TheSAHDLife

4 ай бұрын

Nice job on the two years! I do like the idea of what you're saying when you're out with your wife or with friends having a nice time then it's ok to have a drink. It's the back-to-back nights of drinking at home that were really causing me suffering both physically and mentally. The same with me on New year's... Wife and I had a fun time with a little too much and I'm still foggy in the head not being as productive as I'd like. We're doing a dry January so hopefully I get my energy back. Thanks for commenting and good luck!

@user-wo5en5td6i

4 ай бұрын

😊

My son took a photo of me on vacation. When I saw the Fat Dad he was looking to for inspiration something in my changed in a real way. I started working out and quit drinking booze. Good on you for being the leader your family needs. Much love.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Hey brother! Thanks for the comment, and glad to hear/see you are on a similar path. It's crazy how sometimes it takes so long to changes lanes eh... better late than never though right? That's rad you are working on your KZread channel. Best of luck man!

I’m at day 31 without a drop of alcohol, I’ve noticed the exact same effects and changes you mentioned in the video and after being a heavy drinker for quite some time I can honestly say I don’t even crave or miss it now, the first week was tough but I just forced myself to refrain and drink Diet Coke or iced tea and still socialize with friends even at a bar while others around me are drinking. I’ve also noticed that I’m still just as fun and don’t feel exhausted all the time. Highly recommend taking a break just to at least reset, I’ve not put a time limit on this and am not opposed to eventually have a drink or two socially at function or occasions but don’t think I’d go back to daily drinking again.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

👊 nicely done my friend! I feel the same way as you. I've had drinks a few times since doing this in November and to be honest, each time drinking hasn't been as fun as I remember. Not sure if it's because that book kind of changes your thinking or what but, like you, I am happy even if others are drinking and am enjoying the health and mind benefits of staying sober. I'm not sure what the future looks like... I am slightly concerned about sliding back into the trap in the long-run, but right now I am just crushing it again and it feels good.

@petercarter1107

6 ай бұрын

How are you getting on?

This whole video was great, but my favorite part was the last 3 points you made, especially the one about depression and anxiety. I quit drinking when I was 30 and yeah, I went through everything you described that first month and it was a struggle. I managed to hang in there with the help of supportive friends in the same boat, and the journey was worth it, I haven't had a drink (or drug, but that's off topic) since then. Oh, and I'm 74 now.

@TheSAHDLife

5 ай бұрын

Great comment. Loved that ending :) It's wild that I get hooked back into drinking... so much of the stress in my life comes from drinking and my thoughts while in the alcohol trap. Annnnd it's completely avoidable.

@FrankRizzo557

2 ай бұрын

Great ending to the story and, yea, congratulations for the last 44 years. You deserve it.

@bryans8656

2 ай бұрын

@@FrankRizzo557 Thanks!

Kudos to all here on this alcohol- free journey and are continuing on. 👍🏼. I’m on Day 15 now, longest time in over 10 years I’ve not had at least one drink. I have energy, I sleep better, I get more done, I’m more emotionally stable, and, I’m so much more mentally clear. Best part- I realize I do NOT need alcohol to be social, to relax, and to have a good time. What a total mind f-ck! 😊 I’m never going back. God speed to everyone else on this life-affirming journey! 🙌🏼🤩

@johnnguyen6469

10 ай бұрын

It’s tough when people say they’re never going back. Often they do go back and it just shatters all that they worked for

@TheSAHDLife

10 ай бұрын

Love the energy, thanks for sharing. It's crazy how good you feel isn't it? It gets addicting in itself. I found I was so much more involved with everything in my life... sadly I have got sucked back in going through moving etc. but messages like yours remind me how good I felt and how I want to get back on track. Thanks for the message!

@Junkitup

10 ай бұрын

And all you want to do is talk about yourself

@Junkitup

10 ай бұрын

@@dg9015 they would been a selfish drunk and now they even more me me me i i i

@parkerlee3912

9 ай бұрын

@@Junkitup Heh? Interesting comment. Sorry you completely missed my point. No worries, best of luck to you all the same, dude! 🙌🏼

Clear mind so much clarity a year and 2 months sober No more depression

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Wow, that's amazing! Thanks for sharing. Do you ever find it challenging even over a year later? What has been the hardest part of that journey for you?

8 years in April for me. It's pretty easy, really. I read Allen Carr's book, too. That was what really convinced me I needed to quit drinking.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Wow, that's amazing. Good for you. What was it that made you quit back then if you don't mind my asking? And that's been the tough part about his book is that, in order for his method to work, you really have to quit it out of your life for good. I still wrestle with that decision. I'm still early on my journey but am feeling really happy these days. Thanks for watching and sharing.

@capri2673

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife Thanks. I was getting gut issues, my hair was falling out. I genuinely looked 10 years older after a night out. With the depression and inability to think clearly, even days afterwards, it became an easy decision. One I wish I'd made 10 years earlier. Drinking is fun at first but I realised it made me less of a person and I made worse decisions because of it. It also helped me figure out the right diet for me (high raw vegan), which has been a revelation. I hope you keep going with this because it's well worth it.

Man I can relate to your story on so many levels. I decided to cut back alcohol only during weekdays for a couple weeks, now I’m giving it up this entire month. Already notice that I’m feeling a bit better. 11 days sober! 💪🏼

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

Wow nice job! Getting through your first weekend (for me) was a real milestone. If you can do that you can do anything. Thanks for sharing man, I hope you just keep feeling better and better 👊

You are so fortunate that your partner agreed to go through this journey with you I wish mine would

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

It took almost 20 years of being together for that to line up... It is so difficult to do alone but with that being said, since making this video I have had to do it alone too... I think it's really important that you read a book or something that gives you the tools to get through the cravings and temptations. Once you learn how, instead of feeling like you're depriving yourself of fun you actually feel bad for people that have to drink... It's hard to unbrainwash yourself after a lifetime of thinking that fun and the weekends revolve around alcohol. But then once you do you look at life in a whole different, exciting way. Sorry for the long comment I'm just dealing with what you're going through right now myself and it is hard... It's hard at the beginning but becomes a joy later on. Can you get any friends or family to join you?

I stopped drinking alcohol on Nov 17 2022. My sleep quality has greatly improved. More energy. Better concentration. Reduced anxiety. Weight loss. Feel more positive. Saving a lot of money. Greater social life. Can now drive and not needing buses or taxis that are very expensive where I live. Friends tell me my skin looks better. Wake up refreshed with no hangovers. All round one of the best life changes I have made.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Amazing. Was it hard for you at any point? Have you read any books or done anything to help you with the changes you've made? It's funny how I always thought the non-drinkers of the world were the ones missing out... lol

@Ovingdeanmark

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife I was fortunate to have support from friends. I watched other people’s stories of stopping alcohol on KZread and listened to Alan Carr’s audiobook. I explored alternatives to alcohol. Bitter lemon was a great discovery. I do miss wine with a nice meal or peaty whiskey but when I reflect on how I now feel and how much control I’ve gained back in my life I’m not tempted.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

@@Ovingdeanmark Bitter lemon you say? Can you explain more on that? I'm the same... I always enjoyed a big velvety glass of red wine or to sip on some spirits but the sleeps I get not to mention the gerd... it's never worth it afterwards. Similar to eating I suppose

40 days AF here and I am feeling so damn good, I don't know if I will go back to drinking. When I started, I didn't think 7 days was possible.... 7, then 10, then 14 (day 20 was hard for some reason), 30 and now here it is 40 days. Some people say it is extremely hard to quit but that hasn't been my experience so far and I was a daily drinker for the last 15ish years. I just feel good, I look good, I sleep amazing, I feel all zen and shit. Why would I go back to feeling bad? Hangovers? Bloating? Puffy eyes? headaches? insomnia? 3 am wake up calls? hangxiety? Naaaahhh, I am going to keep going

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Don't forget the extra money! That doesn't suck either. I think most of us associate more fun with drinking. Like we could hang with people OR we could drink and it would be MORE fun. Eventually though, you realize it's not actually more fun... that was a lie. Anyway, it sounds like you are grabbing life by the horns so good for you! Thanks for watching.

@hobo1704

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I found it pretty easy too. I was drinking daily for years and all up 30 years drinking alcohol

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

@@hobo1704 That's crazy eh? What a long time that is. Can you imagine if you poured vinegar or something on a plant for that long, how much stress it would add to the life of that plant? Good for you!

@hobo1704

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife yeah exactly mate. Cheers 👍

@jonb3848

Жыл бұрын

"I feel all zen and shit" HAHAH. Yep. Sums it up beutifully

I agree 💯 it's so easy to get back into the visious cycle. I'm 56 and have been fighting depression and anxiety all my life . I think living without drinking is the best way to live and enjoy life. Thanks for the video..

@TheSAHDLife

5 ай бұрын

Glad you found it! So since I'm in a similar boat I figured I'd ask... how do you manage your depression? Have you gone down any spirituality paths at all or found any people/books that help get you back on track? For me it was Michael Singer (I have his book review on my channel) that helped me out so whenever I get down, revisiting his work or podcasts always brings me back to contentment.

@Daz377

2 ай бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife Microdosing Magic mushrooms have good results with my friends. I heard Ketamine could cure depression. I took a line 1cm long spun me out a bit for an hour. Cured. Get normal life's ups and downs but generally no depression since, it's been a year. I was suicidal depressed 3 attempts and was depressed 10 years. Also gave up alcohol which I know now was causing anxiety and depression. Note I have never touched any drugs before or since that trial.

I'm 44. I've been drinking pretty hard the last 14 years. Most of all of the major problems that has happened in my life is a result of alcohol. A month ago I blacked out and fell down the stairs in my home and could have killed myself. I had to get a cat scan on my head. It was terrible. I still have a small hematoma on my eyebrow. I'm so very tired and want a different life. I'm on day 5. I choose a different life. I choose me. I've been asking God to show me how good life can get. I'm ready. I pray for us all. We got this. You got this. You are not powerless. You have the power. You are important, you are needed and you are loved. I love you all 💕

@TheSAHDLife

25 күн бұрын

Sorry to hear you went through that but it sounds like it's launch you into a new mindset and it sounds like you are ready to crush life! I'm not sure if you've considered the Allen Carr book but I highly recommend it. I feel SO good when I don't drink... it blows my mind I go back to it time and time again. I just can't believe the trick it plays on us. Keep us posted with how it goes. I imagine it'll take awhile for your body to readjust but I have a feeling you'll have more energy and positivity in no time! 👊 Thanks for the comment.

@KitKat-jp7fk

24 күн бұрын

@TheSAHDLife I know that everything I've been through has led me to this point. My body is repairing one day at a time. Going through the detox process isn't fun but well worth it. I'll definitely keep yall posted. Thank you for the support. Love and blessings 🙌

@tiffb1300

14 күн бұрын

Same on day 8 over here

@KitKat-jp7fk

14 күн бұрын

@@tiffb1300 Good for you. I'm on day 16 ❣️

I’m just through my 1st week, pretty amazed that I’m seeing exactly the same symptoms as you and I’m excited to get through the next 4-5 weeks to see a real difference

@TheSAHDLife

4 ай бұрын

Nice job! I'm right there with you. First weekend not drinking in quite awhile. Can't wait to keep going! Going to post an update video next day or so in case you're curious.

I used to drink off and on to cope with my stressful job and home life. However after a divorce (in fact prior to it) I cut way back and have now made the decision after watching this and noticing how crappy I feel the next day if I drink, how unproductive I become when I drink, and watching others drink, I noticed how people actually become liars! They say stuff that makes no sense whatsoever. Must be the disinhibition. Regardless, I am looking forward to using my time well, enjoying life more and sleeping better! Bye bye booze, beer, wine ! You can have a relationship with someone else now. I am unavailable. Thank you so much for this video!!! Thank you!

@TheSAHDLife

8 ай бұрын

Wow good for you man. So glad you found the video and decided to comment. Appreciate it!

Thank you for this, I am a heavy drinker and smoker for 17 years and I quit smoking a year ago but still drink heavily I am nervous because I am female and reading all of these medical jargon facts is making me paranoid, but testimonials like this are helping me because its a real person.

@TheSAHDLife

19 күн бұрын

I'm not sure if you are familiar with that book I recommend but I highly suggest you head over to the library (or Amazon) and get yourself a copy. Don't stop drinking don't make any changes just get the book and start reading... read just a couple pages a day, that's it. While it's great to get inspiration from videos like mine you need actual tips and tools to help you and the book has all that. Whenever you need motivation come chat on here and we can work together to get you excited about all the amazing benefits not drinking has, but do yourself a favour and check out that book!

@luminosity9616

19 күн бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife Great will do thank you

Thank you so much for this video. Alcohol has been part of my life for 40+ years and finally decided I too want to take a break. 3 weeks in I was frustrated that I still felt pretty crap so it was really good to stumble upon this video and learn that it takes longer to reap the rewards. Looking forward to week 4! PS I find the zero beers really good 👍

@TheSAHDLife

5 күн бұрын

Good on you man! Since this video alcohol still finds it way into my life but it's not as bad as it was those first few Covid years. It's crazy that it takes so long (weeks/months!) to reap all the benefits. Alcohol just really does a number on us and messes up so many organs/hormones that it just takes time to get back to our true self. It sure feels good waking up in the mornings without alcohol in the system though eh?

I am 41 and drank since I was a teenager, started with weekends but found myself drinking every day, easily 20 drinks a week. I stopped drinking 33 days ago and have never felt better. My sleep has massively improved, I no longer snore, and I wake up super early with enough energy to wash my car or do yard work before even showering and going to work for the day. Everyone’s results will vary, but if you drink every day and you want to give it a shot, just go ONE WEEK. Start anywhere. Watch videos like this. Take your life BACK because you have made a prison for yourself and only you can break yourself out. If I can do it, anyone could do it.

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

Great comment! Thanks for sharing 👊 It's crazy that we poison ourselves thinking there's a good reason for it. Heck alcohol got its hooks back in me and my life is overall worse, yet I still look forward to that beer at night. Your comment is a great reminder to how good I feel and how excited I am to get back to that lifestyle.

@1realtruthrightnow742

Ай бұрын

Thank you! I needed to read this comment

@BreadCasket

Ай бұрын

@@1realtruthrightnow742 your welcome! 9 months now 🙌🏻

hey dude thanks for this. i’ve had a a lot of sudden changes in my life the past few months, i realized about 5 days ago i needed to take a break from alcohol. i’m going 60 days (at least) without alcohol and this video gave me a lot to look forward to. 5 days in ! one day at a time

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Hey nice name brother (same name) lol! Well good for you... there's really no negatives about at least trying it out right? I mean the addiction in your brain will tell you it's a horrible idea, but once you get past the initial cravings everything just comes alive.... at least it did for me. Let me know how it goes and if you ever need support or wanna chat shoot me a comment! What are you going to do instead?! Hobby? Gaming?

@Malladak

Жыл бұрын

same

@WaffleNova

Жыл бұрын

I started off as a 30 day then went out and drank. I felt like poo the next day then I went back to not drinking

@mattoast7325

Жыл бұрын

I'm now 5 days in. I am so excited to feel better! Let's do this!!!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

@@mattoast7325 Oh baby you got this! Good for you 🤜

Excellent video my friend. Very encouraging. Keep up the good work!

@TheSAHDLife

8 ай бұрын

Really appreciate the support. Thanks for watching 👊

Love this! Thanks so much! Doing one week dry. Thinking about making it longer and this video is extremely supportive and helpful. You da man!

@TheSAHDLife

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my man! How's your week been going? Wife and I are going to do Dry January and I'm really excited about it. It's really tough going through the holidays without drinking. I still do recommend reading the book though. It's just great info to know. You don't have to commit to quitting forever but it's still super helpful. Nicely done. Let us know how it goes!

Your drinking habits completely mirror mine. I’m a week in and although I’ve been doing yoga for 9 months, it’s way better with a clear mind. Plus I’ve felt a lot more switched on at work this week. This is a new beginning to a new way of life for me 😊

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Nicely done brother! I forgot I've been wanting to get into regular yoga. Good call. Do you do any particular kind? Did you just sign up at the local studio? I know, I feel great too and we have extra money... it's just so weird when you remove alcohol as something to do... what else do you do? Well, everything! 🤜

@steventoms7940

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife I do yoga at home most mornings, there’s loads of KZread channels dedicated to it but I have my own routine now. It’s amazing stuff once you get into it

A lot of the points in this vid really resonated with me, like the fear of never drinking again but also the clarity and benefits you get from not drinking. I’m doing this ‘Dry January’ this year and am feeling really good without the alcohol. However, I do miss having a dram of scotch whisky on the weekend and am struggling with to extend my sobriety beyond January and how long. Another thing I’m trying is to develop an ‘alcohol minimalist’ mindset where I’m consciously drinking less and taking extended breaks. Trying to strike a balance!

@dustyoldhat

Жыл бұрын

I've embarked on a year long challenge that started on the first, so I'm 19 days in. I've done the monthly challenges like Dry Jan, Sober Oct, etc, and a six-month challenge, and at the six month mark I was feeling better than I've ever felt as an adult - but the "challenge" was over so I went back to it. And found myself eventually once again habitually drinking in ways that were not productive to me. But I never seem to slip into being a total alcoholic mess - like, I can function fine, and "enjoy" drinking in moderation, but I always feel like I'm not at my full potential, or underperforming in a lot of ways. This time around, when my year is complete, I think I'll make a hard rule to only drink when socializing with friends and cap it off at 2-3. The really unhealthy behavior, for me, was keeping alcohol in my house or buying beer every time I went to the grocery. It just seemed like an automatic thing to do, I never questioned it, but if the beer is in the fridge, I will 100% drink it as a habit. ANyway, I get you Warren, and hope you figure out a good strategy - best of luck..

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Good for you! I don't think having a scotch here and there is a problem... it's just the reflex of "I need this to feel better / unwind" that's the problem. You say you miss it, but there are other things you could fill that space with, and who knows, they might be even better things! We program our brains with scotch being the reward right... Once we update that reward, we change the pattern. With that being said, I agree with you. I'm trying to strike a balance too because I like scotch as well, and if someone offers me a 16 year Lagavulin, I'd like to say absolutely! Although to be honest, now that I've changed my thought patterns (from that book), when I do have something now I find I don't enjoy it as much as I did. A couple weeks ago I was craving a drink so I had some nice tequila. To my surprise it was meh and I felt like crap after.

@pieter5466

Жыл бұрын

"Dryjuary" I'lll see myself out.

@mjuberian

5 ай бұрын

@@pieter5466 Nope Flooded February, Muchbooze March, Alcohol April and so forth

I am 21 days sober today. and this the best i've since i turned 21. started drinking when i was in the army and continued it long after i got out. i can see so much clearer now and found my fountain of youth and i just turned 40.

@TheSAHDLife

4 ай бұрын

That's amazing man, thanks for sharing and nice job! Yeah it was the first time I'd stopped too. It's crazy when you think about it eh? But yeah, feels good. I'm doing dry Jan now and I slept so frickn' good last night I feel like a champ today. It's awesome. Keep it up it's just going to get better and better if you can believe it! 👊

awesome to hear your story and experience. Thanks for sharing! Might try it!

@TheSAHDLife

4 ай бұрын

Hey name brother! Thanks for the comment... and yeah it's Feb 2nd and I still don't even feel like drinking. Who am I!? It feels great.

Quit drinking 28yrs ago went to AA best move i ever made ; but i still take it “One day at a time “

@TheSAHDLife

5 ай бұрын

Good reminder... it's easy to forget that. I haven't made the decision to quit quit, which is odd because my life is more full when I don't drink. It's a hard decision to get to for some reason. But hearing people like you say it's the best move they've ever made carries weight.

Nearly 3 years sober. Completely changed my life.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Wow, that's amazing! What was the hardest part for you, and do you still ever struggle with it?

@jaqueitch

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife The hardest part was probably the beginning...inwas quite sick and felt very overwhelmed by doctors' visits, meetings, etc. I am doing well now. My life is amazing now.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

@@jaqueitch Glad to hear that my man, thanks for sharing 👊

I've been drinking a 12 pack a day for 40 years now and i have no plans on quitting and i feel good so far ' i'm 65 now and have nothing to loose ' my wife is dead , my son just died last year ' so i dont care anymore ' but i respect your video and your dedication ! God bless you !

@TheSAHDLife

5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment and the support, I really appreciate it. And I'm sorry to hear about your wife and son. You might not be looking or wanting to hear this but I read a book that, well heck, it changed my life. I even did on video on it because it was such a game-changer for me, so if you are curious check it out here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iGp2pKOrgMuvpdI.html it might be worth a read if you can get a copy from the library. I wouldn't have even started my channel so who knows where you will end up. Either way, bless you too!

@ericinla65

5 ай бұрын

Did your wife and son die from something alcohol related?

@whocares4464

5 ай бұрын

Lol sounds just like my cousin lol haven't talked to him in a year or so and he's still drinking 105 beers a week on average lol lots of beer

I've been a hardcore binge drinker for over 20 years now. I'm only 5 days sober. Haven't done that ever in those two decades. I just keep pushing day by day. My rewarding feelings are like yours, wake up feeling good with energy through out the day. I'm not one of those people who can have just a drink or two. It's been all or nothing for me after work at 5pm 14-20 beers a night. I never got into trouble with booze or had problems with people. But my liver has been taken so much abuse. It was actually hurting feeling like it was about to explode. Feeling much better now, less irritated and the inflammation has gone down. Lots of water and a low carb diet. However my only vice now is coconut water. Little high in sugar but nothing like I was putting away before. Hope I can keep my will power strong and keep going.

@TheSAHDLife

Ай бұрын

Wow good for you man. That's awesome! I know for some people it might not seem like a big feat but I totally get it. It's crazy, the longer you stay out of the trap, eventually you wonder why you always have to drink it in the first place. But then you get back in the trap and you're like, what am I doing! I've fallen back in a bit... which is funny because I can't wait to get back out. Like you said... one day at a time. Find other snacks and drinks that spark joy, enjoy the mornings... find a good book or show that you enjoy clear headed and just go from there. Keep me posted with how you're doing!

I stopped drinking the 1st day of summer, worst time bc everyone was having bbq every week. But I kept putting it off. After the holidays, after spring, after ... it was hard. , Going thru summer, then fall, then Christmas, then new years. Now the holidays are over. I made it!!!. No cravings. I do think about it but havent act on it. I feel better, my family is happier, less stress,

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Good for you brother, that is really impressive and inspiring! I too am slightly worried about certain times ahead, but like you said, coming through the other side will feel awesome. I have very deep patterns carved over a lifetime but I have more mental tools ready this time around. I love being able to handle any situation any time. Thanks for watching :)

@raymondlin8728

11 ай бұрын

Still not drinking

Great video and like the humor as well. I'm on my sober journey as many of you are - and wish you fortitude and resolve on not picking up~!

@TheSAHDLife

7 ай бұрын

Glad you found the video! Really appreciate the support and comment. Hope you are feeling awesome 👊

Thanks for the inspiration, pal. I needed this.

@TheSAHDLife

Ай бұрын

Glad you found the video my friend. Once you stop constantly thinking about alcohol you open up space for other thoughts... and you start engaging with life which is pretty dam beautiful. Good luck! Read the book for something to do if you can! You don't have to quit, it'll just give you some tools that'll stay with you the rest of your life 👊

Thanks for sharing. That was truly inspirational; how good you feel comes through in your voice and your expression. I'm experiencing similar things at the moment in my drastic cut back and liking it!

@TheSAHDLife

8 ай бұрын

Glad you found the video! And thanks for saying. It was difficult yet so rewarding. Better late than never right? 👊

I'm pretty sure you encouraged me to give this a shot. It's spot on, on how I feel and this hits home. Thanks man

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

LOVE it! That's great, I'm so glad. Today was just an awesome day. Every day lately feels like this lately and life is sure feeling good. It's hard for me to not want to spread this feeling. It's funny how we look forward to a drink or more in the evenings like THAT'S going to make us happy. You should give it a shot. Maybe get a copy of that book if you're up for it!

I am 59 and not a super heavy drinker, but drinking since I was 16 years old. Otherwise I am very healthy and I don’t smoke. Lately I have been feeling super heavy, very tired, my sugars are up because of wine so I decided to lay off the drinking . After only 7 days, I feel amazing. I plan to never drink again. I quit drinking years ago for six months when I trained for my first Marathon and I felt amazing so I want that feeling back! The thing that helps me most right now is to check off the days on the calendar where I have no sugar and no alcohol. Good luck to anyone who can kick this habit. I am rooting for you.👏👏

@TheSAHDLife

8 ай бұрын

What a great comment, thanks for sharing! And I love that idea. Right now, we just moved... and have young children... it's so easy to make excuses for having a bad diet and consuming alcohol. But like you mentioned, just a little bit of time not drinking makes you realize how crappy you've been feeling and that it's worth it to adjust your lifestyle. I've fallen off a bit so your comment is really inspiring!

@andyninja949

8 ай бұрын

I'm also 59 and been a binge drinker since I was 18 I'm on day number 11 without alcohol, i was drinking about 3 -4 times a week and getting absolutely hammered every time ...the hangovers was getting worse and constantly feeling tired and irritable so I've decided to try and give it all up and already feeling way better 👍🏻👌

@TheSAHDLife

8 ай бұрын

That's wonderful! Have you noticed any improvements so far? Are your sleeps improving? Have your moods bounced around? Do send an update when you get a moment. @@andyninja949

@sherr2252

8 ай бұрын

@@andyninja949 great job! It’s not easy but keep up the good work.

@sherr2252

8 ай бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife I have two young grandchildren. When my 10 yo grandson started counting the number of pours in my wine glass, I knew it was time to stop. My own daughter said “ Mom we don’t buy alcohol to bring into the house and the only time I drink is at your house.” The signs were all there for me to stop! I sleep better now, I don’t wake up at 3:00 am, no more trips to the bathroom all night, no more red eyes at work and my bloated stomach is going down.

Been about 11 years now for me. Once you figure out how much better life can be without alcohol it's really not that hard to quit. That Allen Carr book is great at shifting your perspective and helping realise how this poison is really affecting us individually, and our families in a negative way.

@TheSAHDLife

4 ай бұрын

Wow good for you. Yeah I feel great off it. It's just hard since I've been exposed/programmed/brainwashed from an early age that drinking is what you GET to do for fun. That's not to say you have to keep doing it but it's been a tough one to shed. I do see the benefit though. Especially when, like you said, you realize it's just straight poison.

I turned 60 recently. I stopped drinking the day after my birthday as a challenge to myself and to see if I could lose some fat. I drank daily for many years. I'm really hoping that at 30 days I will notice something substantial. I miss my beer after work, but if quitting (for a while anyway) will make life better, help me sleep better, and lose a little weight it will be worth it. Thanks for the inspiring video.

@TheSAHDLife

23 күн бұрын

Glad you found the video. How many days has it been for you so far? Cravings are tough to get through but they do pass. I would encourage you in the beginning, get some non-alcoholic beers. You might be surprised at how good they are at scratching the itch. We've had the Corona's and they were awesome. I hear the Guinness is good too if you're into that.

Thanks for this video! I'm a 31-year Air Force veteran who has used alcohol my entire life (was just part of military culture, thankfully it's not so much anymore). All my friends drink so it's hard for me to be around them when I'm trying to quit. Like you, I feel better when I don't drink and it sure is a struggle to stop cold turkey. You have a beautiful family, good on you for making this video!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching, I appreciate the support. Have you read the book? In it he talks about a situation where him and his best bud would always get to Vegas and start off that trip getting drunk. Once he switched his thinking, it was interesting because when they again made that trip, his buddy felt sorry for him that he didn't get to enjoy the alcohol with him.... but it was the other way around (he explains it so nice). That finally starting to happen with me... when I'm in situations where other people are drinking *I* feel like the one who gets to have the most fun (let alone feel the best) and feel sorry for them instead! Not feel sorry but... We all have to take our own journeys, and even though it took me until 40, I finally realized life can actually be fun without alcohol!

Loved this! I’m at 21 days in no alcohol! The cravings can be a bit much, but it is getting better. Watching videos like these is what’s keeping going and keeping me on track. I want to go for the long haul. I have already seen and felt some differences. 🥰

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Oh good for you. Yeah I had the cravings and still get them once in awhile. But they pass. Feel great these days! Have you read any books at all to help you? They give you more tools to help which was huge for me.

@careynieman4852

Жыл бұрын

I’ve just been reading books in general for optimizing health. Thank you for the response.

@johnnyrayh5858

Жыл бұрын

I’ve been watching lots of these videos to help me too. Been super helpful. Alcohol seems to beat up the part of your brain that’s responsible for remembering just how bad it’s hurt you.

That's amazing, brother, so glad you got through this. I'm so happy for you that you have a wife and family to help you get through this all; it has to be a big help! I wish more than anything I could stop, but have no reason/no person to help with the stopping, so my days are just blank nothingness, which makes it almost unstoppable.

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

Thanks my man! Appreciate the support. Since the video I have been hooked back with drinking a bit although not as bad. I definitely feel worse and less motivated while drinking for sure. I think having goals or a hobby really help... You need something to do because boredom always makes your reach for the drink. Is there anything you've ever always wanted to do or learn that you just never did?

Thank you for sharing your experiences. This has been very helpful.

@TheSAHDLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment, I really appreciate it!

I really enjoy seeing the various online posts about seeking sobriety. Hearing different perspectives and what the focus is on and how people internalize it. I’ve started my sobriety journey myself recently, I feel good about it. Thx for taking the time to share!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

We're all in the same boat right? Reading all the comments on this video has been awesome and it's really interesting to see all the different perspectives from people at different stages of life. I'm loving life and have never had more hope and curiosity than I do right now, it's awesome. Have you read any books to help you on your journey? I feel silly kinda pushing it but man, it just changed my outlook so much which has been a game-changer for me.

Great video. The improved mood and absence of anxiety rings true with me. I am starting to think I have only had generalized anxiety as a result of drinking.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

I know right? I had 2 drinks last night when a friend came over an yeah, just my thought process was so much more negative as I was going to bed, I don't like it. I'm over it. I've only drink a couple of times since beginning this in November and EACH time I do it's like, what was the point? Thanks for watching!

Wow. Great video. No BS. Well done. You are bang on!

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

Really appreciate the comment 👊 thx!

Congrats, I had a very similar experience. I had to take a break after COVID and decided to take 6 months off as a New Years resolution. So many things improved, most you already mentioned, that I decided to leave it in the past and its been 3 years clean.

@TheSAHDLife

3 ай бұрын

Wow that's amazing. Nicely done. I had drinks over the weekend as I thought it would be fun to try it out again and you know what? It wasn't fun. Not only that it made me feel like crap! It stuffed up my nose and robbed me of all my energy for days. Why do I keep doing that?! Might be time to really take it serious for me. Inspiring!

Very cool and honest video! I also stopped drinking about a month ago. I usually only drank 2-4 beers over the course of a week, but it really feels great without it and my sleep has improved.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Loving hearing that. Good for you. It sounds like you weren't as far in the trap as I but it's still a trap.... it always amazes me how much it affects sleep not to mention other ailments that don't come out right away (mood, mental health, etc). Stay strong!

so appreciative of this video, needed to hear and sense, thank you!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment, I really appreciate it. Since this video my life has been very different and I'm still just feeling so good... hope you are feeling good too 👊

158 days No Alcohol 💫🏆 God bless your journey and thank God for Andrew Huberman!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Wow, nicely done! 👊 That's awesome. Has it been difficult at all for you at any point? If so, what in particular?

I've just managed the whole of January and I'm feeling so much better. I'm now about to break my most amount of days without a drink and see where it takes me. The Allen Carr book is brilliant at explaining alcohol and why our minds think it's a good thing when it isn't. The video you have done is something I can relate to so thank you for taking the time to make it and post it on here.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment my friend, you made my day! Ugh, I had a bunch of drinks breaking my streak and it SO wasn't worth it. In fact I just made another video about it on this channel. Anyway, knowing there are others out there like me, like us... it's just lifted me up and I can't wait to continue back on that journey. Let's DO this!!!

@peterjongsma3221

Жыл бұрын

I'm bingeing on Alcohol testimonials. Trying hard to stop.

Started yesterday to do the same. Thanks for the motivation speech! Can't wait to see first effects.

@TheSAHDLife

7 ай бұрын

Good for you! Glad you found the video. It really did change things for me... alcohol did come back into my life but it's never been the same. Can't wait to hear how it goes for you 👊

Thanks for sharing. I am in the process of quitting myself. It’s truly a process when it has been a part of your life and culture as it has been in mine. Great work!

@TheSAHDLife

2 ай бұрын

Good for you! Have you read the book or are you doing anything to help?

Awesome! You sound just like me and almost every aspect except I'm a little older and have been drinking a little longer.But I do stay active I'm only at day 17 but I'm really looking forward to continuing this.I have found that in carbonated water in a can Works well for me. I still like having a cigar occasionally and having that can of carbonated water really helps and also at night watching TV I feel like I'm sort of drinking beer again It's nice to read the other comments as well it seems like we're all in the same boat in this regard.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

The comments have been amazing and blown me away. I can't believe how many other people there are like. Like you said, we're all in this together, we may as well support each other and talk about it. You're right in that bubbly water has the fire going down which makes it a good substitute. Having tea has been helpful for me. The stores have a pretty wild selection which has been fun for me to get into a bit. Good for you brother. Thanks for watching and sharing your comment, I really appreciate it.

Wow, this video sounds exactly how my relationship was with alcohol for years. I just hit my month mark without booze and feel pretty good. Still kinda tired so looking forward to that 6 week energy boost, thanks for the video.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Good for you man! You know, I am so happy to read comments like yours... I almost felt silly making this video, but the fact others are trying it too is just awesome... it's motivating. Just, our parents generation was blasted so hard with cigarette and alcohol ads I feel like it spilled over to our generation. Even still booze is marketed HARD but we are smartening up! Eventually....

I’ve been drinking constantly for about 6 years and I started because of a stressful living situation when I was 21. I’ve gone probably a total of 100-120 days of those 6 years without drinking. The best I’ve done was 60 days off, but when I thought I was free from the addiction and had my first drink again I fell right back into it. I can’t stand struggling to remember good times anymore and I’m ready to finally let go of it.

@TheSAHDLife

Ай бұрын

Good for you man. Have you read or listened to the book yet? I highly suggest you check it out. It give you tools you need to help get out of situations you might otherwise cave in. I should listen to it again also as, like you, I've fallen back into old habits. I'm not as bad as I was but still...

Wow.. My alcohol drinking life is very similar.. I’m 63 years old.. there’s always a reason to drink 🫤.. I’m at day 10 of no alcohol March 2024.. I feel fantastic.. but having a difficult time falling asleep.. I’m hope my friends understand as I try a get my health back.. a Reset of sorts.. thanks for a honest documentation..

@TheSAHDLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. And good for you. Yeah I hear you on the sleep for sure. It always takes a while but once you get there it becomes the highlight of your day! Hopefully your friends get inspired. At the very least you're saving some calories and money too right?

This is the first video I've seen on quitting that resonated with me! Everyone else posting was actual alcoholics, not people who drank like you and I! Thanks for this.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for saying that, I really appreciate it. I was a little embarrassed putting this video together but I have been amazed at the response. There's a lot of people just like us, so it's so cool to see everyone come together and support one another. 🤜

It’s day 30 for me as well. I don’t plan on going back. A brief evening of mild numbness is not worth all the issues. I’m feeling GREAT. Life is so much better in every way.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Yes my friend!! Ugh, I overindulged on the weekend and it was the worst feeling in the world. I am SO excited to continue on this journey full of joy it's crazy. My mood, my outlook on life, everything is so much better. My brain was programmed for SO long that things would be more fun with a drink, but they're not... not even close. Good for you 👊 and thanks for sharing.

@mkprivate7523

Жыл бұрын

¨ A brief evening of mild numbness is not worth all the issues¨ That about sums it up brilliantly!

Thank you for sharing! It’s great seeing more resources and info for people who have problem drinking but not a full blown alcohol problem. That little bit everyday is still very destructive

@TheSAHDLife

6 ай бұрын

I'm glad you found the video. Thanks for the comment! Yeah it's definitely something I still battle with but since making a his video I feel like I have more tools to handle cravings.

10 days in and needed to come across this video. Thank you so much for your honesty.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching my friend, glad you found it! I'm a few months past this and honestly, my life has changed for good it seems. I rarely even think about alcohol anymore, it's awesome. Also if you need another reminder, check out my hangover video I just made lol.

Very inspirational! I know the challenge and I am happy to hear you are on a path that is better for you and your family!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I think some people are able to include it in their lives casually and it not be a problem. But for me, for right now... I need a break! So much to do!

Great video dude. My wife and I quit drinking around 8 years ago and never looked back. Thanks for sharing your story, it's an important message to share and inspire others to improve their lives.. next challenge - quit sugar! (& carbs if you can manage it. seriously, a bigger game changer than alcohol)

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

That is incredible! Good for you guys. Very inspiring. Man, reading some of these comments has been amazing. The stories people are sharing... the support and love people are providing.... I really didn't expect it but it's bringing a lot of joy and positivity. It's so cool we are all just lifting each other up. And yeah good call on the next challenge. It's so hard with young kids to eat right all the time but it is worth the thought, so thanks for for the reminder. I'm pretty good with the diet as I went down the Paleo road years ago and some of it stuck... similar to alcohol though, a life of habits to overcome for some things (stress eating etc). Thanks for watching 🤜

Wow I can hardly believe that EVERYTHING you touched on in this video related to me 100%. Inspiration comes in many forms. Thank you...

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

Really appreciate your comment. It's very motivating for me, so thank you 👊

Thanks for finding the courage to talk so openly about this, it can be hard with all of the different labels and stigmas that come with admitting these types of struggles.

@TheSAHDLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. Oh yeah, I get all kinds of comments both positive and negative... But mostly positive. I think we all want the same thing which is to enjoy our time on this rock without feeling like garbage. Some people can have alcohol and others can't, but that's ok... It turns out that doesn't make life less fun!

Gained about 15-20lbs over Covid. Your situation was EXACTLY like mine. Free-pouring drinks calling it 2 drinks when in reality it was more like 4-5, daily - and weekends were a binge. I have not eliminated alcohol, just keeping it to weekends, but am already down about 8 pounds in a month due to the calorie deficit/less snack cravings - also going to the gym 4-5 times a week is helping as well. Also feels great waking up for work with no headache or hangover.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

It feels so good waking up without the feeling of "oh no, did I overdo it? Is my day ruined?". Good for you, that is awesome to hear! Honestly, reading the book changed how I look at alcohol... my wife started a new job and has been daily drinking and in the past when I would have joined her, now I don't. And when I do have the odd beer it never tastes as good as I remember. Crazy changes. I too am down about 7-8 pounds without changing anything else. 👊

Thanks for this video. The way you described how much you drink is completely like mine. I have two drinks a night at home, but they’re definitely those 5 oz pours you talk about. Then more on weekends. The amount of years, background of anxiety/depression, very similar. I am on day 18 of no alcohol and I’m feeling pretty good, cravings are gone,, hoping better sleep is around the corner and. Hoping for a little weight loss too. Thanks for the encouraging video!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Good for you. Like you it took a little longer than I expected to get energy back, but it does come back. Just curious, have you dealt with your anxiety/depression over the years? If so, how? I found some books that were game-changers for me, in fact I think that's what my next video will be about. But I'm always curious what others do. Another commenter mentioned he got into yoga and said that was a huge help for him. That sounds kinda fun. Some type of sport or activity anyway would good for me. But we got a big move coming up so, gotta get through that first! Thanks for watching and the support, I really appreciate it. 🤜

@ryanjimison1747

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife Thanks for the reply! An important book for me was: Feeling Good, the new mood therapy (David Burns). Just bought an old one, 1950s era from philosopher Alan Watts called "Wisdom of Insecurity: a message for the age of anxiety" so we'll see how that one goes. I live in the midwest, so this can't be year round activity, but mountain biking always gets my mind right. Hope the move goes well - I know those are difficult. One step at a time!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

@@ryanjimison1747 Oh yeah some Alan Watts is good stuff. I often listen to his talks on KZread to fall asleep to. That guy was awesome. And I haven't heard of the David Burns one, but I really enjoy those types of books now so I'll keep an eye out. Thanks for the share!

This is awesome. I'm on day 12 of an alcohol, nicotine, and THC fast. I feel great most of the time, with bouts of irritability. Was thinking of trying for 21 days, but you've inspired me to try for longer.

@TheSAHDLife

2 ай бұрын

Nice man! Glad you found the video 👊 I love doing tests like this... at the very least it'll make you appreciate things more, even if that means having alcohol in your life... at least you'll know you can stop and how it feels. Then you can make the choice of whether or not it's worth it. Are you finding one of the things harder to stop than the others?

Excellent video on getting off the sauce!! It’s so hard, but so worth it!!

@TheSAHDLife

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment. I really appreciate it. Alcohol has sunk its claws back into my life but since doing this video I have more tools to battle it. I hope you are feeling awesome and loving life too 👊

Good for you 🤘 I find after a month things change, after that I just wanna keep going. Good luck to anyone who's trying. I'd say aim for a month at first 👍

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

A month seems SO scary when you are in the thick of it... at least it was for me. Now that I've completed that and more it's not a big deal at all. It really showed me just how brutally addicted I was. Thanks for watching and the support 👊 did you find it challenging?

I feel exactly the same way you do. After 5 weeks I felt more alert. Have had the best sleep of my life. I tested myself and drank on weekend six and I felt worse and was not sleeping well. I decided to go back on the dry track and see where this wonderful trip can lead. Thanks for sharing.

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I'm back on the dry train too after a couple times drinking again. Part of me doesn't believe that this is how things could always be moving forward... I feel that good. It's tough because while I was usually always the one to want to drink, now the role has reversed with my wife. She just started a new job though so I get it... we are not on the same paths but she didn't drink with me on the weekend which is something she would normally do. Nicely done 👊

Wow, your video is totally inspiring. It truly helped me keep on the path to quitting alcohol for good. Thanks so much!

@TheSAHDLife

8 ай бұрын

Aw awesome 👊 so glad you found the video. And that's inspiring for me as well.

Good on You! It’s a big challenge & a such Champion effort to stop! 😊🙌🏽💪🏽

@TheSAHDLife

8 ай бұрын

Thanks my friend 👊 Alcohol has crept back in my life since this video but I now have way better tools to manage the control is has on my life. Glad I did it.

You pretty much exactly described my situation! I’m 2 weeks sober, feel so tired all the time, but 100x better in the mornings. I am pretty bored and not sure how I will deal with work (beer and working in London go hand in hand). However, so far it’s really worthwhile. Anxiety is far less, easier to make good decisions. Plus the constant guilt about my drinking isn’t there either, which feels great! Instead of drinking the other night, I also drank tea, plus explored my creative side and draw a picture of a boat 😂 like you said, who is this guy!

@TheSAHDLife

Жыл бұрын

Haha that's amazing! Thanks for sharing. I know... we have LIFE long behaviors we are messing with here and they don't want to be disturbed. But once they are gone and out of our thoughts it's like, how the heck did we ever get to that point in the first place?! It's insane. A friend came over last night and brought beers. I had one Guinness and sipped a glass of tequila and... it really did nothing for me. My wife didn't drink (though she usually would) and was proud she didn't. She thought she would for sure. Getting to sleep was difficult for me as my thoughts were more negative (due to the drinking)... I just don't even really want to do it anymore but still get cravings in certain situations but, it's phasing out. We think we are missing out but we're not. It's the opposite. I can't wait to get more new hobbies myself. If you ever feel up for sharing your art I'd love to check it out. Send an imgur link or something! Proud of you man! 🤜

@TheFrankm3

Жыл бұрын

Cheers mate, that’s so encouraging! I’m afraid my “art” isn’t quite at the sharing stage yet, but who knows what the future holds. I agree, alcohol definitely seems to push thoughts into a more negative space. I turned 40 last march and pinned so many health issues on my increasing age, but now wonder if alcohol had a bigger part to play… we will see. I did envy my GF gin and tonic tonight though, my apple juice wasn’t quite the same 😕… Cheers again for your encouraging words. Great video, instant subscribe 👍

@glutenfreekz

9 ай бұрын

@@TheFrankm3Hi Frank not had alcohol for over 3 weeks. Still tired during the day but sleeping better at night. Hubby has stopped too which really helped. Anxiety has all but gone and low blood sugar in the morning! I feel sooo much better about myself and am really proud of achieving this. Also been with drinking friends and not had alcohol. Miss the drink in front of me so bought alcohol free gin and that really helped me through the evenings. Can’t believe I’ve done this long from drinking a bottle or more of wine every night for the last 15 years. Keep up the good work! 😊

@TheSAHDLife

9 ай бұрын

@glutenfreekz amazing!! Very inspiring thanks for sharing. Alcohol-free gin is that any good?? I want to try it.

@glutenfreekz

9 ай бұрын

@@TheSAHDLife Yes I’ve tried Gordon’s gin 0% alcohol with ginger ale, and Nosecco, Prosecco without! I just like a drink in front of me. Also they have very little calories so.. let me know what you think? The first week I had trip drinks which are cbd drinks which just helped me to relax a little. Keep going