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rachel89617
rachel89617

Omg I just have to share my amazing night, I have worked in London for 25 years, one thing I have contributed to my drinking is the after work drinking and believe me the states I've got myself into is beyond disgraceful!

However a friend met me from work at 5 (it is now 11)! And in have consumed 5 drinks small glasses of wine, I am currently chatting to my husband who is in shock at picking me up relatively sober, I am so so proud of myself and although mindful of my units and telling my friend of my alcohol probs I have had a thoroughly lovely time 😃😃😃😃

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  • escargot420
    escargot420 rachel89617

    Posted

    Great news Rachel, well done, you deserve it.

    How did your friend respond?

     

    • rachel89617
      rachel89617 escargot420

      Posted

      Escar

      She was fabulous, actually made light of it which made me feel very comfortable 😃

  • rainbow2014
    rainbow2014 rachel89617

    Posted

    Well done Rachel

    Its such a good feeling when that happens and you feel in control and manage to drink responsibly smile I too have had an amazing few weeks . I have drunk everyday but never a bottle ! normally one glass then another diluted with lemonade . My health , relationship with my kids and anxiety levels have improved so much plus Ive lost weight so thats a bonus . Carry on feeling great and well done x

    • escargot420
      escargot420 rainbow2014

      Posted

      Thats the weird part with me aswell, all the times I try'd to stay 100% sober I gained weight.

      Now I'm cutting down, I'm lossing it fast biggrin

      People might think, something is wrong with merolleyes

       

    • rainbow2014
      rainbow2014 escargot420

      Posted

      Personally , I have discovered with experience and constant effort over the years ....cutting down gradually is the healthier way . I have not had withdrawals , I dont feel deprived . I see it as like a sensible diet and being kind to myself . Now I have my routine of one glass of white then one dilutued I dont really feel the need for more . Its not easy all the time but managable . Infact because I only drink white at home now because I cant dilute red , the white almost doesnt taste like alchohol to me anymore . I had lunch out yesterday and had a glass of red . That was a treat to me . I feel very strongly that we are creatures of habit ! Ive been drinking herbal green and peppermint tea for weeks ! . I didnt really like it that much but now I prefer it to normal tea because its become a habit . Much healthier for you smile

      I  expect people will notice your eyes looking brighter more than your loss of weight escargot smile

    • rachel89617
      rachel89617 rainbow2014

      Posted

      This just totally mimics exactly how I feel, long may the new habits reign 😘
    • rachel89617
      rachel89617 escargot420

      Posted

      Oh I'm struggling with the weight thing but one thing at a time I guess, thanks for your positive comments as ever escar xx
    • escargot420
      escargot420 rainbow2014

      Posted

      Yeah, even me, when looking in the mirror........Gasp.....what a boutifull, good looking guy I am LOL

       

    • escargot420
      escargot420 rachel89617

      Posted

      Absoloutely right, first things first.

      Being sober, I'm so much more capable managing my life, and thanks Rachel.

       

  • patricia44773
    patricia44773 rachel89617

    Posted

    I am so thrilled for you Rachel.  Let the pride and plesure that you are feeling now carry you through to bigger and better achievements.  Well done!!!!!

    xxxxxxx

  • candis33631
    candis33631 rachel89617

    Posted

    Sounds like you are finding out who you really are and loving who you really are.  I hope to do the same.  I guess it acceptance and not perfection of being someone we are not.
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