Alcohol follow up
So I’ve been trying to stick to my goal of not relying on alcohol as much to get me through the week. So far, I drank twice last week and haven’t had a drink this week (yet). I haven’t been going out as much, and it’s saving me money and brain cells. School starts back up in less than a month and I’m already a year behind, so I need to focus on graduating.
As for my uncle’s case, just the other day the police caught a man involved in his murder. These detectives are really working their asses off. Life is slowly but surely getting back on track. I’m starting to drink less, I’m getting along with my parents a little better, and I’m focusing more on my future. I still think about my uncle everyday and miss him dearly. When something funny happens or I think of a random memory from the past, I wish I could call him up and talk about it. I know that he wouldn’t want me to sit around and be sad, while crying and drinking all the time. That is why I’m really trying to focus on getting through school and make changes in life.
August 1, 2008 at 10:22 am
Ash,
Good for you and best wishes.
I too am trying to stop the alcohol pitfall. Alcohol has always been my downfall to everything good in my life. I’m 6 days without a drink right now and hope for many more.
keep in touch and let me know how you are progressing.
Rob
August 1, 2008 at 10:27 am
Glad to hear you’re laying off the alcohol! Take it from me, Alcohol is no bueno!! Only makes matters worse. Fitness is much better for the mind, body and soul! Good luck with the changes and your progress!
August 1, 2008 at 10:32 am
I wish you all the best in your quest for sobriety.
August 1, 2008 at 11:12 am
here is one from the other side. your family will greatly appreciate your success in sobriety.
I can’t have it in my wife, but I can sure wish it for you.
August 1, 2008 at 11:50 am
Ash,
I remember when my PT told me only one dessert per week, I was like "OK", next session she was like "only two drinks" per week…..and I was like "Are you sure"….next session "Cardio 6 days a week"….SIX DAYS A WEEK !!!!!, next session - WE CAN’T TALK ABOUT SEX - WE CAN’T TALK ABOUT SEX!!!!!! OMG !!!
Wow - the whole thing was an eye opener for me!!!!
I was hearing all these rules for the first time…
My take on alcohol is this, if you join a club and the club has a rule then you try to follow the rule. I was a pretty big drinker and the URL below was really instrumental in me understanding the "WHY" of why bb don’t drink alcohol. It really sets you back on your goals, your metabolism goes to fight the alcohol rather then fighting fat.
I hope this helps. Welcome to bb.com, the people are awesome !!! it’s a great source of inspiration and technical training.
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/drobson194.htm
clc.
May 15, 2009 at 7:01 am
Well done Ash!!!! I am going through the same thing, alcohol almost ruined my life, bodybuilding saved me. If you ever need to chat - I know we are all here for you
May 15, 2009 at 7:08 am
I understand a bit where you’re coming from. I just got my 2nd DUI. I’m extremely ashamed and am not one to rely on others for things like a ride. Luckily I have amazing support from my girl and my parents. I never thought I had a drinking problem, just make some reckless decisions when I do drink. I haven’t had a drink in over a month and honestly, it feels great. Good luck and like Phoenix said, we can all be a sounding board for you!