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"Im doing dry january for fisrt time need encouragement "
The good thing and bad thing about giving up alcohol is you have time on your hands.
Make some plans on how you're going to fill that time. If you sit in the same place at the same time without a drink in your hand, you're gonna feel like you're missing out.
Do something good with your sober time. Read a book, go for a walk, chat to a mate, cook a meal...
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By *99cjbMan 17 weeks ago
Grantham |
While I applaud anyone trying to complete Dry January, can I please ask you to still visit and support your local, even buying soft drinks will help them through a particularly challenging month |
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Well done everyone, I started last year and I’m still going. Dont expect to feel much different after 1 month. I struggled early doors because I thought giving up for month would reverse years of abusing my body, also you will have more time to think about your emotional past and believe me you will
Keep going g everyone |
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Yes massively so much so that I’ve been bulking for 4 months. I used to gym a lot but never saw any gains and I was going for years. After about 6 months I’d lost loads. It’s the face that you notice it more. I’ve done 1st sober wedding, 40th birthday, all inclusive holiday and it does get easier to say no…just my experience but I feel a million times better |
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"Anyone that's been dry for a while...
Did you notice much of a weight loss?
That's why I'm doing it."
Yes. I'm 6 years sober.
First month, I lost a stone in that month. And I've kept a further stone off.
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"Anyone that's been dry for a while...
Did you notice much of a weight loss?
That's why I'm doing it.
Yes. I'm 6 years sober.
First month, I lost a stone in that month. And I've kept a further stone off.
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Wow that's a huge loss! |
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By *aygee246Man 17 weeks ago
South Lanarkshire |
This will be my fourth year trying it. The first year was fine, managed no problem but the last tow years I was invited to a Burns night so I did last till almost the end of the month. I still go to the pub at the weekends but usually drive there so as not to be tempted. I find Guiness Zero helps alot. |
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Don't see the point.
If you want to cut down booze, cut it down over the year or years.
Why struggle for a full month to rip back into it the next month.
If its for some kind of charity fundraiser, go for it. |
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"Don't see the point.
If you want to cut down booze, cut it down over the year or years.
Why struggle for a full month to rip back into it the next month.
If its for some kind of charity fundraiser, go for it."
Because it can be a way for people to gently try sobriety.
It's how I started and I've been sober for years now.
Not every way is for everyone, but don't knock it just cos it's not for you. |
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"Don't see the point.
If you want to cut down booze, cut it down over the year or years.
Why struggle for a full month to rip back into it the next month.
If its for some kind of charity fundraiser, go for it.
Because it can be a way for people to gently try sobriety.
It's how I started and I've been sober for years now.
Not every way is for everyone, but don't knock it just cos it's not for you. "
Well done.
But I wouldn't say a dry January is a gentle way to sort out drinking problems but if it works, it works.
I see it a bit like these crash diets.
But, I don't have a drink problem so its difficult to make a decision what road would be best for me.
But well done for being sober for so long.
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I never saw the point until I read this thread. Personally I don't drink too often, and probably only have more than a couple 3-4 times a year.
However for those who have made it a regular social, or mental crutch. I can see how a month of clarity can lead to some positive self reflection and physical benefits.
You can do it 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 |
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"I never saw the point until I read this thread. Personally I don't drink too often, and probably only have more than a couple 3-4 times a year.
However for those who have made it a regular social, or mental crutch. I can see how a month of clarity can lead to some positive self reflection and physical benefits.
You can do it 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻"
The thing is as well the more you drink the more yiu can drink with out feeling d*unk. So it is a good way to rest that and then try to drink less. |
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"I don't drink much (a few at the weekend), and enjoy it.
I'd be better off doing more exercise.
But I'll probably not that either!
I did consider doing Pie January though..."
is that cream pie January |
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Big hi five to anyone trying it. Government guidelines are 14 units per week for a healthy amount of alcohol and many people dont realise how much harm it does your body. 20 years of sobriety here and loving it - apart from always being the dedicated driver 😂 |
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"Don't be daft, why would you wish to remove one of the only joys in life during the most miserable month - puritans live and breathe amongst us  "
Because I drink too much and now I'm tubby 😔
I resemble a Christmas ham when I wear lingerie at the moment 😭 |
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By *apybarasCouple 17 weeks ago
High Lighthouse |
"I don't drink much (a few at the weekend), and enjoy it.
I'd be better off doing more exercise.
But I'll probably not that either!
I did consider doing Pie January though...is that cream pie January "
lol, no.
Was thinking more about the local baker's pork pies. Though anything wrapped in pastry could qualify (need a bit of variety).
I will mostly be shopping at Greggs this month! |
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People. Be strong, other drinkers will try to bring you back into it. Notice we don’t have a cocaine thread, or a thread. It’s the most socially acceptable drug and the one that causes the most widespread damage. I’m a huge drinker, and a fucking ledge in a three pint buzz, but I am trying to kick the habit for good by doing this Jan and seeing if I make it through Feb and so on. |
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By (user no longer on site) 17 weeks ago
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I’m in the dry January wagon too, and I’m a bottle of red every night kinda guy
Just started to sleep like a baby and feel tired at bed time. I may carry on into February!
Well done to all those who are drying out |
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"People. Be strong, other drinkers will try to bring you back into it. Notice we don’t have a cocaine thread, or a thread. It’s the most socially acceptable drug and the one that causes the most widespread damage. I’m a huge drinker, and a fucking ledge in a three pint buzz, but I am trying to kick the habit for good by doing this Jan and seeing if I make it through Feb and so on. "
Very well done. If you wanna carry on, try 100 days sober. See how that feels.
It's how I started my sober journey back in Jan 2020.
I'm still sober now and I love it. |
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"I’m in the dry January wagon too, and I’m a bottle of red every night kinda guy
Just started to sleep like a baby and feel tired at bed time. I may carry on into February!
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I slept 9 hours a night for 3 months when I first gave up.
I still think sober sleep is one of my fave things about giving up.
Well done to all those who are drying out |
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"People. Be strong, other drinkers will try to bring you back into it. Notice we don’t have a cocaine thread, or a thread. It’s the most socially acceptable drug and the one that causes the most widespread damage. I’m a huge drinker, and a fucking ledge in a three pint buzz, but I am trying to kick the habit for good by doing this Jan and seeing if I make it through Feb and so on. "
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"I’m in the dry January wagon too, and I’m a bottle of red every night kinda guy
Just started to sleep like a baby and feel tired at bed time. I may carry on into February!
I slept 9 hours a night for 3 months when I first gave up.
I still think sober sleep is one of my fave things about giving up.
Well done to all those who are drying out "
Sober I don't sleep at all but only 6 days this year.
Last year I done the month and dry till away on holiday late February
But end up taking more sleeping tablets. 😴 |
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I've come up with a new philosophy. Its called wet January. Where you drink every day and enjoy the month. And start taking life seriously in February which is the shortest month to abstain. 🤣
Only an idea... Going well so far.😇 |
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"How do you sleep if not drinking alcohol.
I really struggle but so need a good night. "
It's something you've just got to go through the fire with until your body has adjusted to going to bed sober |
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"While I applaud anyone trying to complete Dry January, can I please ask you to still visit and support your local, even buying soft drinks will help them through a particularly challenging month "
This is true. This govt is doing its best to close as many pubs as possible. Reducing the dd limit will only hurt the pub trade. |
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"While I applaud anyone trying to complete Dry January, can I please ask you to still visit and support your local, even buying soft drinks will help them through a particularly challenging month
This is true. This govt is doing its best to close as many pubs as possible. Reducing the dd limit will only hurt the pub trade. "
So are you saying it should be increased to try and save the pub industry.
I don't have a pub within walking distance. But it's supermarkets giving cheep alternative that is part of the problem.
For me the limit is OK but the message should be don't drink and drive not, you can have a bit but not to much. |
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"How do you sleep if not drinking alcohol.
I really struggle but so need a good night.
It's something you've just got to go through the fire with until your body has adjusted to going to bed sober "
Just not a good sleeper at the best of times hence I am proscribed sleeping tablets just don't like taking them. |
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"How do you sleep if not drinking alcohol.
I really struggle but so need a good night. "
Your body needs to learn how to sleep naturally.
Drinking knocks the brain out, in a similar way to anaesthesia.
Good sleep hygiene and good bedtime habits will help.
Sober sleep is peaceful and restorative, so I hope you get to experience it. |
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"How do you sleep if not drinking alcohol.
I really struggle but so need a good night.
Your body needs to learn how to sleep naturally.
Drinking knocks the brain out, in a similar way to anaesthesia.
Good sleep hygiene and good bedtime habits will help.
Sober sleep is peaceful and restorative, so I hope you get to experience it. "
That sounds grate.
But I end up just not sleeping. Or taking more medication. When I saw a sleep specialist he was surprised at how I managed with so little sleep. |
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"How do you sleep if not drinking alcohol.
I really struggle but so need a good night.
Your body needs to learn how to sleep naturally.
Drinking knocks the brain out, in a similar way to anaesthesia.
Good sleep hygiene and good bedtime habits will help.
Sober sleep is peaceful and restorative, so I hope you get to experience it.
That sounds grate.
But I end up just not sleeping. Or taking more medication. When I saw a sleep specialist he was surprised at how I managed with so little sleep."
Apart from being surprised, did the sleep specialist offer any practical help ?
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By (user no longer on site) 17 weeks ago
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"REASONS I’M NOT DOING DRY JANUARY.
1. JANUARY IS MISERABLE ENOUGH.
2. THE BAR IS WARM.
3. BEER IS NICE.
4. DON’T WANT TO."
All of them are brilliant reasons.
I might add i wish people would do Dry June or July! My birthday is in January and everyone wants to stay indoors, recover financially, or give up alcohol, or just give up having fun.  |
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By *99cjbMan 17 weeks ago
Grantham |
"This will be my fourth year trying it. The first year was fine, managed no problem but the last tow years I was invited to a Burns night so I did last till almost the end of the month. I still go to the pub at the weekends but usually drive there so as not to be tempted. I find Guiness Zero helps alot."
Well done, you’re doing everything right! |
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By *sX2Couple 17 weeks ago
Basingstoke |
Thankfully neither of us really drink too often, so we don’t feel guilty about not partaking in dry January. We’re attending our first social next weekend and Ellie is glad she isn’t partaking in dry Jan as she’s nervous! 🤪 |
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"While I applaud anyone trying to complete Dry January, can I please ask you to still visit and support your local, even buying soft drinks will help them through a particularly challenging month
This is true. This govt is doing its best to close as many pubs as possible. Reducing the dd limit will only hurt the pub trade.
So are you saying it should be increased to try and save the pub industry.
I don't have a pub within walking distance. But it's supermarkets giving cheep alternative that is part of the problem.
For me the limit is OK but the message should be don't drink and drive not, you can have a bit but not to much. "
Where did i say it should be increased. I am saying NOT to lower it. I know loads of people who have 2 or 3 drinks and then drive home. The ones who have 3 are big blokes.
Yes its cheaper in supermarkets but people go for the draught beers as they mostly taste better than out of a can.
They and i won't bother if one drink now puts you over. May as well drink at home.
I realise that some people can be over on 2 drinks depending what theyve drank. Shame there aren't machines in pubs to test whether you're over the limit or not.
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"While I applaud anyone trying to complete Dry January, can I please ask you to still visit and support your local, even buying soft drinks will help them through a particularly challenging month
This is true. This govt is doing its best to close as many pubs as possible. Reducing the dd limit will only hurt the pub trade.
So are you saying it should be increased to try and save the pub industry.
I don't have a pub within walking distance. But it's supermarkets giving cheep alternative that is part of the problem.
For me the limit is OK but the message should be don't drink and drive not, you can have a bit but not to much.
Where did i say it should be increased. I am saying NOT to lower it. I know loads of people who have 2 or 3 drinks and then drive home. The ones who have 3 are big blokes.
Yes its cheaper in supermarkets but people go for the draught beers as they mostly taste better than out of a can.
They and i won't bother if one drink now puts you over. May as well drink at home.
I realise that some people can be over on 2 drinks depending what theyve drank. Shame there aren't machines in pubs to test whether you're over the limit or not.
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it’s good to make the dry Jan work but if you fall off it keep trying you can do a week a month and increase to two weeks and so on , Government units in the 70s ! The royal college of psychiatrists uk said in 1979 that the upper limits was about 56 units a week? Always take in to consideration that all our bodies are different and we all have different capacities , my father could drink a litre of whiskey a night and didn’t take a flinch out of him and I could drink two glasses and a massive headache lol , So find out what suits your body and that could be orange juice |
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"I am doing it now. I like to prove to myself I am the master of alcohol. It does not control me. 7 days in. "
Likewise - eight days in now and probably saved an amount running into three figures; that's partly because the bus trip in and out of town would add almost the cost of a pint to every pub visit; the local a few yards down the road is not attractive so calls to support it are in vain, while tourists will keep those in town going. |
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By *CExe OP Couple 17 weeks ago
Hong-Kong/Exeter |
Eight days now and staying strong. Another poster mentioned cheese which is definitely something else that needs cutting out/down.
Primarily embarked on Dry January as I looked down the other day and couldn't see my nob, only my tummy. A wake up call. Alcohol has also been a go to crutch with my bipolar for years, and not a healthy one.
As for supporting local pubs....they all know me by name and I don't even need to say what I'm having. I'll be popping in for a and some grub to test my willpower. |
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"Eight days now and staying strong. Another poster mentioned cheese which is definitely something else that needs cutting out/down.
Primarily embarked on Dry January as I looked down the other day and couldn't see my nob, only my tummy. A wake up call. Alcohol has also been a go to crutch with my bipolar for years, and not a healthy one.
As for supporting local pubs....they all know me by name and I don't even need to say what I'm having. I'll be popping in for a and some grub to test my willpower."
Nice going! Can definitely sympathise with the disappearing cock 😂 I'm really bad for bloating and it was fine until I was drinking regularly... Suddenly noticed that my belly was way bigger than it used to be
Day 7 for me, it's the longest I've gone without a drink since I was 27
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"Eight days now and staying strong. Another poster mentioned cheese which is definitely something else that needs cutting out/down.
Primarily embarked on Dry January as I looked down the other day and couldn't see my nob, only my tummy. A wake up call. Alcohol has also been a go to crutch with my bipolar for years, and not a healthy one.
As for supporting local pubs....they all know me by name and I don't even need to say what I'm having. I'll be popping in for a and some grub to test my willpower."
Yikes Bipolar and alcohol as a crutch. I have BPD and drink but I avoid using it as a crutch. My dad was an alcoholic growing up...it wasn't great. I'm ok with Dry January, I've never been a heavy drinker because of mostly childhood flashbacks and a few adult high-risk behaviour flashbacks too while d*unk. |
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By *CExe OP Couple 17 weeks ago
Hong-Kong/Exeter |
"Eight days now and staying strong. Another poster mentioned cheese which is definitely something else that needs cutting out/down.
Primarily embarked on Dry January as I looked down the other day and couldn't see my nob, only my tummy. A wake up call. Alcohol has also been a go to crutch with my bipolar for years, and not a healthy one.
As for supporting local pubs....they all know me by name and I don't even need to say what I'm having. I'll be popping in for a and some grub to test my willpower.
Yikes Bipolar and alcohol as a crutch. I have BPD and drink but I avoid using it as a crutch. My dad was an alcoholic growing up...it wasn't great. I'm ok with Dry January, I've never been a heavy drinker because of mostly childhood flashbacks and a few adult high-risk behaviour flashbacks too while d*unk."
Yeah, it's not a great mix, but I've developed a high tolerance for it, which in itself is a sign of over indulgence. My dad was also an alcoholic, and also had bipolar. Thankfully, unlike him I've avoided being sectioned!
Amusingly my mother is now encouraging me to have a few drinks this weekend as apparently it's good for me...some folks have very odd views.
Popped into the pub yesterday to avoid the rain and to warm up and had a jolly nice lemonade and orange juice  |
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"While I applaud anyone trying to complete Dry January, can I please ask you to still visit and support your local, even buying soft drinks will help them through a particularly challenging month
This is true. This govt is doing its best to close as many pubs as possible. Reducing the dd limit will only hurt the pub trade.
So are you saying it should be increased to try and save the pub industry.
I don't have a pub within walking distance. But it's supermarkets giving cheep alternative that is part of the problem.
For me the limit is OK but the message should be don't drink and drive not, you can have a bit but not to much.
Where did i say it should be increased. I am saying NOT to lower it. I know loads of people who have 2 or 3 drinks and then drive home. The ones who have 3 are big blokes.
Yes its cheaper in supermarkets but people go for the draught beers as they mostly taste better than out of a can.
They and i won't bother if one drink now puts you over. May as well drink at home.
I realise that some people can be over on 2 drinks depending what theyve drank. Shame there aren't machines in pubs to test whether you're over the limit or not.
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You dint, but if a drink is a pint at over 2 units. Witch at 3.6% Apb it is then 2 pints is over twice the limit and this is the problem.
As for 3 pints well don't drive easy.
If there was a machine in a pub you might blow clear but as it gets in to your system you could the me over the limit later on.
Easy just don't consume alcohol and drive. |
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"Are we talking no booze?
Or no sex?
Well so far I'm doing both 🤣
No Sex?...Why?
BTW...your pics are HOT!!!"
I'm currently unhappy with my body because I drink too much.
It's very rare I bother to meet anyone anyway. |
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Same here, I was getting home and relaxing with 1/2 beers then onto the whiskey, a litre bottle would last maybe two days maybe 3, I haven’t had a drop since the start off January, at first it was so hard to get to sleep, but after a few days I seem to be ok, think I’m knocking the whiskey on the head altogether, and yes I’ve lost a little weight thank god , good luck to you all trying |
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By (user no longer on site) 17 weeks ago
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I’m doing dry January, did it last year too 👍🏻 it’s so hard on a Friday and Saturday night, especially when friends try to tempt you 😒 but the next morning when you’ve resisted and wake up fresh and ready to seize the day make it worth it ☺️ |
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Staying off the booze for a while, not sure how long.
We don't drink if we're working in the morning, so it was only fri/sat nights but as my partner was injured last spring we couldn't do too much so just drank.
I want to do more this year, want to ride my bikes more, so that means staying sober.
Plan is to get used to not drinking so that when the weather turns warmer it'll be a habit. |
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"Staying off the booze for a while, not sure how long.
We don't drink if we're working in the morning, so it was only fri/sat nights but as my partner was injured last spring we couldn't do too much so just drank.
I want to do more this year, want to ride my bikes more, so that means staying sober.
Plan is to get used to not drinking so that when the weather turns warmer it'll be a habit."
Very well done for giving sober a go. I hope you love the clear, fresh feeling it gives you. |
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"Staying off the booze for a while, not sure how long.
We don't drink if we're working in the morning, so it was only fri/sat nights but as my partner was injured last spring we couldn't do too much so just drank.
I want to do more this year, want to ride my bikes more, so that means staying sober.
Plan is to get used to not drinking so that when the weather turns warmer it'll be a habit.
Very well done for giving sober a go. I hope you love the clear, fresh feeling it gives you. "
Thank you x
I don't plan on complete sobriety, rather not drinking for the sake of drinking.
I'll have a beer or wine when I go out but I'm stopping the home drinking. |
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"Staying off the booze for a while, not sure how long.
We don't drink if we're working in the morning, so it was only fri/sat nights but as my partner was injured last spring we couldn't do too much so just drank.
I want to do more this year, want to ride my bikes more, so that means staying sober.
Plan is to get used to not drinking so that when the weather turns warmer it'll be a habit.
Very well done for giving sober a go. I hope you love the clear, fresh feeling it gives you.
Thank you x
I don't plan on complete sobriety, rather not drinking for the sake of drinking.
I'll have a beer or wine when I go out but I'm stopping the home drinking."
That's a smart move.
Home Drinking is a sneaky habit.
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"Staying off the booze for a while, not sure how long.
We don't drink if we're working in the morning, so it was only fri/sat nights but as my partner was injured last spring we couldn't do too much so just drank.
I want to do more this year, want to ride my bikes more, so that means staying sober.
Plan is to get used to not drinking so that when the weather turns warmer it'll be a habit.
Very well done for giving sober a go. I hope you love the clear, fresh feeling it gives you.
Thank you x
I don't plan on complete sobriety, rather not drinking for the sake of drinking.
I'll have a beer or wine when I go out but I'm stopping the home drinking.
That's a smart move.
Home Drinking is a sneaky habit.
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It is, creeps up on you very easily.
I've never d*unk on a work night, but found I'd become the classic weekend binge drinker whilst my tolerance for alcohol was dropping.
Don't want to spend my weekends hungover & not be able to ride the bikes I've spent an indecent amount of money on.
Plus, I've a few outfits I've my eye on & want to fit in them! |
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By *olfiMan 16 weeks ago
Leeds |
Personally an easy one for me.
I don't drink at home, especially not if I'm in my own, and I don't go out anywhere.
I went through the COVID lockdowns without touching a drop lol
I know it's not always as easy as that for some people though |
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Two-thirds of the month down and still 'dry', despite there being alcohol in the house and being out for a meal during the week where others' dry January came to a halt. And I haven't touched the 'zero alcohol' either, as I feel that would be a cheat.
After this the plan will be to stay dry for half the week, which will have the added benefit of continued moneysaving. |
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I pretty much stopped drinking just by not having alcohol in the house. When I separated I didn’t want to be that guy who d*unk alone. No alcohol, no temptation.
My tolerance has fallen through the floor and even a pint gives me a headache in the morning. Just the thought of the headache now stops me from really wanting a drink. I don’t miss it anymore. |
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By (user no longer on site) 15 weeks ago
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Being painfully hungover on New Year's Day definitely influenced my decision.
So far it's been ok. I've had the occasional 0.05% alcohol free beer so I guess I'm technically cheating. 👀 |
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"I did drier January.
Dodnt knock it on the head completely but have certainly cut it down."
This what I've done.
I drank on Jan 1st as I was staying with friends.
Jan 10th as it was my 30th birthday.
Friday night just gone, 3 cocktails in cans (this was a moment of weakness and I just wanted a drink)
And Saturday night just gone as I went out to a club, nailed a whole bottle of Cava though 😬
But I've stopped drinking 4+ cans of Stella/Guinness every night. |
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I used to be a habitual drinker. Last July I decided that enough is enough. Literally quit the next day. The first weekend was a bit awkward but I genuinely don't give it a second thought now. Good luck & power to anyone doing dry January, keep it going. |
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"While I applaud anyone trying to complete Dry January, can I please ask you to still visit and support your local, even buying soft drinks will help them through a particularly challenging month
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Yeah been for a couple of zero's with mates after tennis but.......... the local next to the club is nearly always closed so having to go to next nearest. Sad because I think it is on verge of closing. Another one is about to bite the dust I fear, even though for past 20 years I have frequented it many a time with friends. |
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By *CExe OP Couple 15 weeks ago
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"If you need to be encouraged or you struggle to give alcohol up for a month then perhaps take a look at your life?
Exactly."
Great contribution, thanks for that. The holier than thou attitude of some folks is very odd. What exactly do you think the point of dry January is? I've been diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder and a rare blood disorder called Hughes Syndrome in the last year or so as well as having Bipolar disorder and an as yet undiagnosed neurological condition. I've had a look at my life, perhaps you could tell me why me choosing to give up alcohol for a month is an issue, and why the arrogant/sneering attitude is required? |
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"If you need to be encouraged or you struggle to give alcohol up for a month then perhaps take a look at your life?
Exactly.
Great contribution, thanks for that. The holier than thou attitude of some folks is very odd. What exactly do you think the point of dry January is? I've been diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder and a rare blood disorder called Hughes Syndrome in the last year or so as well as having Bipolar disorder and an as yet undiagnosed neurological condition. I've had a look at my life, perhaps you could tell me why me choosing to give up alcohol for a month is an issue, and why the arrogant/sneering attitude is required? "
Well asked. Some people’s attitudes are awful. I’m encouraged by all of you doing it and think I might join in for the rest of the month |
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"If you need to be encouraged or you struggle to give alcohol up for a month then perhaps take a look at your life?
Exactly.
Great contribution, thanks for that. The holier than thou attitude of some folks is very odd. What exactly do you think the point of dry January is? I've been diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder and a rare blood disorder called Hughes Syndrome in the last year or so as well as having Bipolar disorder and an as yet undiagnosed neurological condition. I've had a look at my life, perhaps you could tell me why me choosing to give up alcohol for a month is an issue, and why the arrogant/sneering attitude is required? "
I have seen family members die of alcoholism it isn't a nice way to go. The worst legal drug going. |
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"If you need to be encouraged or you struggle to give alcohol up for a month then perhaps take a look at your life?
Exactly.
Great contribution, thanks for that. The holier than thou attitude of some folks is very odd. What exactly do you think the point of dry January is? I've been diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder and a rare blood disorder called Hughes Syndrome in the last year or so as well as having Bipolar disorder and an as yet undiagnosed neurological condition. I've had a look at my life, perhaps you could tell me why me choosing to give up alcohol for a month is an issue, and why the arrogant/sneering attitude is required? "
With ongoing health issues should an adult really need to be encouraged by some fad to give up alcohol?
Intimating that one shouldn’t need the crutch of alcohol to get through a month isn’t sneering it’s a grown up fact.
Alcohol is a wicked drug that ruins lives.
But defend it if you must. |
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"If you need to be encouraged or you struggle to give alcohol up for a month then perhaps take a look at your life?
Exactly.
Great contribution, thanks for that. The holier than thou attitude of some folks is very odd. What exactly do you think the point of dry January is? I've been diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder and a rare blood disorder called Hughes Syndrome in the last year or so as well as having Bipolar disorder and an as yet undiagnosed neurological condition. I've had a look at my life, perhaps you could tell me why me choosing to give up alcohol for a month is an issue, and why the arrogant/sneering attitude is required?
With ongoing health issues should an adult really need to be encouraged by some fad to give up alcohol?
Intimating that one shouldn’t need the crutch of alcohol to get through a month isn’t sneering it’s a grown up fact.
Alcohol is a wicked drug that ruins lives.
But defend it if you must. "
Alcohol is like a way of life for lots of people if it was not then the UK "Pub" would not be at the center of so much publicity as so meny have closed and lots more will close.
Is it the same to meet friends in a pub for a cup of tea, as it is for a pint or 2.
Personally I don't think so if I'm meeting mates it's normally for a pint will more people become isolated the more pubs close. |
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