2 Months Sober Update & Sober Dating

[@TheAngloAfrican]

You have beautiful eyes. Congratulations on two months! It’s tough and you’re doing really well. Keep at it!

[@Testing-sobriety]

Thank you so much!!

[@ufobigfoot4002]

Keep on the path, it’s worth it. I’m 7 years sober and tried for 20 years to manage. Good job

[@SeanC1959]

You're doing well Claire. Congratulations. Although quitting alcohol doesn't seem like a huge life changing event at first, it's the cumulative positives (money saved, clarity of mind, feeling good in the morning) that make abstaining life changing. Any "friends" that question your choice or are asking when you're going to have a drink with them, aren't true friends. I can assure you of that. One other thing. If you relent and have that one drink at a special occasion, you may fall off the wagon. I know, It happened to me dozens of times. Stay sober, stay strong. All the best, Sean.

[@Testing-sobriety]

Thank you, you’re so right, it’s cumulative and compounding. Maybe not instant but progressively better day by day.

[@SeanC1959]

@@Testing-sobriety Yes, it sure is.

[@rodb66]

We just have to give it some time especially those of us who were drinking for decades. Let's just stay on this sober journey.

[@Testing-sobriety]

Absolutely!

[@ems_h.eartnotes]

You're doing amazing! 🙌 Not drinking never made me a morning person either, I also need a good hour in the morning with my coffee 😂

[@Testing-sobriety]

Thanks Em glad I’m not the only one!

[@ronsmith2241]

My situation has been very different. My grandfather was a very violent alcoholic. My Mum said to me many times, "Never have your first drink and you'll never have to worry about your last." It worked. I am 77 and have never had a drink or cigarette. However I will never judge. All the very best for your future. Take care.

[@vacher45]

Very true. I had expectations of feeling amazing. It's really hard to sit with difficult feelings and emotions at times being sober, but would rather be sober and not have that on edge hangover. Good to see you doing so well.

[@Testing-sobriety]

Thank you

[@74GenX]

Alcohol is a trap. We don't realize this until we're trapped. Do not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. One day at a time. ❤❤

[@Testing-sobriety]

Absolutely! 👍🏼

[@silentangst7742]

Hi. I to am on day 69 now, and I agree I dont feel magical every day, in fact over the last week I have been feeling a bit down but overall I feel more focussed and driven towards self improvement. Great progress for you so far and keep the focus going !

[@kennithminnich]

Best wishes on your journey in sobriety. One day at a time.

[@Testing-sobriety]

Thank you

[@SpotlessLeopard]

The limitless power of an alcohol free lifestyle on the Rich Roll channel is a great little watch.👍

[@Zwien22]

You're still one month ahead of me, keep it that way 😊 you look a lot better than the first video, compare it yourself to see the difference. Well done!

[@Testing-sobriety]

Yes and you too! Thanks ok I’ll watch and see.

[@bobmathews9072]

Well done sweetie . I can still sense the hesitancy about quitting forever , we all go through it . Been through it time and time again , love from Watford x

[@Testing-sobriety]

It’s daunting so probably better just going day by day. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@shaungray4643]

Well done girl,your doing great It's early days yet Me myself haven't had a bevvy or cigarette since Jan 22.Keep going ❤

[@Testing-sobriety]

Well done! Stay strong 💪

[@SarahLouiseBacchus]

Wow!! Watched your day 6 and you look 10 years younger!!!

[@MsSheilaC]

Day 5 here just found yr channel! Thanks for yr posts 🙏🏻💙

[@Testing-sobriety]

Well done! Keep going

[@LivingInMetroDetroitMichigan]

Great update and news👍 You're growing in so many areas... Congrats on your progress.... Not sure if you've tried intermittent fasting?? I'm much older than you, but it was a gamechanger for me for losing weight.... really kick started my metabolism... Looking forward to future positive progress from you🙂✌️

[@Testing-sobriety]

Thank you, I did try it but couldn’t quit milk in my coffee so it didn’t do anything for me but I do try to keep a good distance of time between dinner and breakfast.

[@rodb66]

Today is the last day of February so tomorrow will be two months for me.

[@frankmazzie4855]

Dont count days make days count,REMEMBER SOCIAL ACCEPTABILITY DONT EQUAL RECOVERY.

[@dans8978]

keep the faith, you can do this..

[@Testing-sobriety]

Thank you

[@johnconnor4136]

Just wanted to comment here to proudly share that I've been sober for 1,666 days.

[@Testing-sobriety]

Great job!!!

[@anneefroc4234]

Good on you, its hard but possible. !

[@philipdefrancisco7540]

I admire your determination.🙂

[@Testing-sobriety]

Thank you!

[@Barela_]

I hear people say I feel so much better sense I have stopped drinking. I dont wake up tired and groggy anymore. I dont feel any of this. The only difference is I dont drink anymore really starting to second guess my choices, not trying to be a troll just want to share. Thanks

[@Testing-sobriety]

How about health? Finances? Time management? Anxiety levels? Drunken mistakes? I suppose it depends how much a person drinks as to what level of benefit they see. If your drinking was minimal then you’ll see minimal changes.

[@AshlingMcgovern-ir9bu]

Im sober 5 years gave up at 35. Let me tell you realistic you never have a good social life its gone u grief it. But I did it for my health one more drink would of killed me so it was that or die ❤

[@imitationofwoman]

Focus upon your recovery for the next year or so; all peer-led and recovery groups will tell you this. And avoid looking for a soul mate in said group too! Join a local group: AA, NA or recovery group anything else; including dating, is a diversion. Try not to view maintaining abstinence as another way of instant gratification. Your suppressed appetite and dehydration is your liver complaining. Look at fitness goals too.

[@adrianowallin]

Please don't take offense, but just give a listen of my opinion... For the same reason you don't want to go out on a date with a drinker - that it would be unfair... should be the same reason why you shouldn't go out with someone who isn't a drinker... You are not yet ready to date! And looking to fill a void. Alcohol on it's own is rarely the problem, but is a temporary solution to the deeper issues within. You must first feel the pain of those issues before healing begins, and quite frankly it's just too soon if I had to place a bet. Best Wishes on your journey

[@billwilson3665]

Think of it like sober is the new high.

[@Testing-sobriety]

Ok interesting will think on that.

[@lauraswihart4816]

My daughter 35 drinks like a 🐟 fish. She doesn't want to quit though. What made you want to quit? Can you give me tips?

[@ananda_miaoyin]

Yes. It has to suck more than it gives to you. It always does, you just have to realize it.

[@Testing-sobriety]

I don’t think anyone else could have persuaded me to be honest. My deciding factor was a particularly bad night with total memory loss and waking up to wet muddy ruined clothes that suggested I walked home and fell in the pouring rain. I can’t advise how you can handle it but perhaps you can research? If you try and force the subject it’ll probably make things worse so if anything sow very subtle seeds every now and then. Mention a friend or celebrity you read about who quit and has a positive story that might resonate with her then change topic. Good luck

[@lauraswihart4816]

@@Testing-sobriety Thanks for advice & it makes sense! 💗💗💗💝

[@jacobeickhardt84]

strong

[@Testing-sobriety]

The Naked Mind “quit lit” amzn.to/48AZBKT

[@MISCIFMAKER]

Kool, sober sex rocks .

[@andreflavell3453]

i don’t think you should date for a year or 2 . i love a alcoholic woman who is about to go to rehab for 8 weeks. it’s been a nightmare and after her drinking for 6 ti 7 years she is losing her mind . i sailed away to another country but stayed in touch . it’s hard to have a relationship with a alcoholic. the real test is after rehab

[@andreflavell3453]

also she lost all her $ her kids and is homeless. i tried everything to keep her on track . the sad thing 7 years ago she was married and didn’t drink or smoke . educated as well and beautiful. in the last 7 years she totally debased herself especially with random men . alcohol will take away everything fast . it effects women badly. i feel such a fool in many ways as it’s robbed me to because i tried to have a normal relationship. you can’t have a normal relationship with a chronic alcoholic.