I Quit Alcohol for 1k days... but did NOT expect THIS

[@clarkkegley]

Back with an update! We’ve officially crossed the 1k day mark. If you’re reading this, don’t forget to SMASH that like button! Giving up alcohol was one of the best decisions I ever made, but it didn’t come without some unexpected consequences. In this video, I’m walking you through the good, the bad, and the ugly of being sober for over a thousand days. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect if you decide to give it a shot too! Answer these 11 questions to change your life now: www.clarkkegley.com/free-questions (free for yt subs)

[@hightreestess]

Thank you so much Clark for spreading the word about alcohol & for inspiring people to quit. I hope the entire world quits! Then Earth would have a true awakening. No one is "woke" if they're drinking alcohol.

[@hightreestess]

🙏🏼🤟🏼💓 Keep on rockin! I want to give you a big hug & pat on the back for your sobriety! 🏆🥇🌟 I haven't had a drop since 2019 & I have never felt better! I feel like a veil was removed from my eyes. I have a clear view now! 🕵🏼‍♀️🧿

[@G.Shawley]

From the perspective of an entrepreneur and the part about escaping really hit home with me. And so much more great info as always with your videos!

[@FatterTony]

I think your video will change my life :) thanks man

[@Minicarter101]

I resonated with this video so much. I have been preaching for a while not to everyone around me that getting sober is the best decision I have ever made. Every reason and how well you explained it in this video, so well spoken and I wish I could force people to by themselves watch this at least once. Thank you for reminding me I’m not alone on this journey of complete sobriety

[@chiroptile2881]

987 days here, and at 42 my life has been transformed. Best shape of my life, clear head. Tons of new interests and hobbies. Flying airplanes again, riding motorcycles. Marriage could not be salvaged, but I am the best father to my little girl that I could have imagined becoming.. Growing professionally. I do not recognize the man I was four years ago. Still having trouble forgiving myself for some of my mistakes, which I initially attributed to alcohol. Now with a clear head I am able to reflect back on past lives and see where alcohol was a symptom of something deeper. With time we heal. To anybody else on this journey, stick with it, folks. It will transform your lives.

[@jenniferjones2015]

Congratulations 🎉

[@MrBrics_tv]

I'm also 42 and this poison has been desrtroying my life since i was 15. Always in trouble with everything and everyone , it' sjust a matter of a first sip to go insane and then blackout! Hangovers were using to last the entire week!I hope last week was my last time, no more bottled or canned demons in my life!

[@chiroptile2881]

@Mrbeest_1st brother, find your why and it will stick. I made a terrible decision and hurt somebody dear to me, and everything imploded.. I still kept going for a good 8 months afterwards. One evening, I was nursing a gnarly hangover when my daughter climbed on my swollen booze gut and just looked at me. And she had these big, sad eyes. She was 19 months old. And I looked at her and basically just died inside a little, because I was such a piss poor excuse for a father. I made a promise to her right there that I would put that poison down once and for all. That was January 30th, 2022. And it's wild, because I knew I had a problem for a while now, but was in total denial. Multiple failed attempts at moderating.. When that little baby girl looked at me, that was all it took.. she was my why. Find your why, brother

[@starsharp3500]

What's done is done. You live and you learn. Forgive your elf and keep pushing to become EVEN more unrecognizable. If you have come this far in 987 days imagine where you can be in 987 more. Good luck.

[@WilliamBTCWallace]

90 days in. I’m hoping the next 90 gets better.

[@jermboat44]

"Drinking didn't make me more social it prevented me from creating a social life with people I loved." Wow, great point

[@phuyge5378]

16 days today. It's been a real struggle, the cravings are still there and the mind hasn't figured it out yet but I can't go back so I keep going. Love hearing other people's stories they really help so thanks for sharing

[@samanthamitchell4115]

If you don't mind me making a recommendation, what worked so well for me was listening to the audiobook This Naked Mind. 7 hours long but it claims to basically reprogram your brain when it comes to alcohol and it worked so well for me!! If you love hearing people's stories, this may be a great thing to listen to for you, as it is the authors story plus sooo much more. Congratulations on 16 days, and all my best wishes for your journey.

[@phuyge5378]

@samanthamitchell4115 thank you I will give it a try.

[@Xordinarydrummer]

Hopefully you are still on the path 🙏🏽 I was the “middle lane” drinker and now at day 110 and I’ll tell you… hang tight and after week 3-5 you won’t have the cravings as bad as

[@MarvinOrduno]

Stay strong, I believe in you

[@Peter-wg7br]

Three years now. My interest in drinking alcohol ist completely gone. What helped me to overcome the cravings was using some activities as a replacement. Going for a walk, a workout, a turn with the bicycle or motorbike, chit chat with someone. And I quit caffeine too, because it inhibits natural relaxation. And I kept reminding myself of the reason why I quit: I no longer treat my body like a trash can.

[@wiandewaal]

I quit alcohol in April 2021. Never been back to the drink. I don't miss it at all. I don't crave the feeling of it either. Alcohol is a fake experience with connecting to others honestly. My body has shifted into a vibration I never knew was possible. My exercise results are better now in my 50's than in my drinking 30's. My emotional and mental clarity is off the charts, too, by now. HIGHLY recommend to quit a habit that will slowly erode you away. The choices you make are way more responsible, too. To alter your state of being with something like alcohol is actually a subtle way of self bullying 💛🌟💫

[@dudeistpriest1]

3 weeks sober. I decided I didn't want to die early. I wasn't sleeping well, waking up to sweats and pounding heart. I knew I had to change and luckily so far I'm done with it. I have a much better attitude, energy, sleep. Just decide it's time, don't make excuses.

[@derekhath380]

Congratulations! 720 days sober here. Very stoked to be sober!

[@seankurtz294]

25 years old, just got over 3 months sober, I decided to stop because I hated hangovers and I also realized that almost all bad choices I’ve made in my 20s so far involved excessive drinking. I didn’t drink super frequently (1-2 times per week) but when I did I would drink quite a bit. I’ve noticed that I am so much more clear headed, and my weekends start at 7 am opposed to 1pm. Thank you to everyone for sharing your stories in these comments you guys are some warriors! Keep it up!!!

[@BryanJOConnor]

Today will be my first day of attempting to quit. I got this!

[@Lindaaaaaa006]

Hoping it’s your second week, I myself couldn’t go cold turkey but I have cut back drastically on drinking and sit back and drink 1-2 seltzers after a long day at work. I know it’s not a solution. But it’s a start. God Bless

[@tylerreynolds8832]

I recommend reading or listening to Allen Carr’s “Easy Way to Control Alcohol”. It will change your life.

[@arranritchie3450]

Hell yes brother.

[@brettwhite2142]

You got this !!!

[@Krusher1988]

Hey, keep it up! Even if you havent managed completely yet. Keep trying.

[@jermboat44]

"Discomfort is where all your lessons are" another banger

[@sheriboberry28]

Shortly after I turned 40, I made the conscious decision to focus on detoxification and the first thing I let go was alcohol. I have been free from alcohol for 5.5 years (over 2,000 days). It was one of the BEST decisions I have ever made for myself. Sober and free is how I choose to BE ❤

[@dennychow1459]

Amazing job ❤

[@jJust_NO_]

same here. id been a social drinker. i dont demonize alcohol. i just stopped drinking because my friends went away. i drank a lot and im a woman. its in my genes being my father's side were alcoholics. i started drinking in my early 20s. its been 6years now and when i try to drink hard liquor, i dont get drunk. theres no fun. i no longer remember the experience of being drunk

[@TennesseeMike]

Wife and I approaching 13 years without a drop. Best decision we ever made.

[@craighoward5486]

I stopped about seven years ago. All the good things happened, but the social part was and continues to be challenging. a.) frequently drinkers don't like to hang out with people not drinking, and b.) it becomes difficult for me to hang after everyone is on their third round - the conversation suffers. Overall it's been a vastly net-positive path. Highlighting that not drinking is a possibility, an alternative, is a terrific service. Thank you for the video Clark.

[@nktaylo1]

My close friends stayed around, however, I stopped wanting to be around them.

[@thebryster240]

​@@nktaylo1 understandable

[@Snapsta123]

Who wants to hang out with drunks any way? Drunks are only good company to other drunks

[@michaelsorensen7567]

Conversation was always bad, you were just too drunk to notice. Recommend finding new friends who also don't drink, or convincing current friends to stop.

[@thorshuatus]

I don't get as many calls from my drinking buddies but I'm gaining my family back & that's what really matters.

[@chuddledollops]

Every drink is borrowed happiness from tomorrow! We drink to escape reality but then reality comes back 4 times harder the next day!

[@OneOfAMineRocks]

Congratulations Clark!❤ Today I have 601 days, after 50 years of drinking & drugging! Today I'm blessed!🙏 Today, I share my blessings with anyone & everyone that wants to start their own journey in recovery! 💪😎👉1❤

[@duckmasterflex]

Im at 61 days! and hopefully for the rest of my life. You are my inspiration!

[@HippityHopity]

Have you listened to Andrew Hubermans podcast on alcohol? Highly recommend.

[@xyxy5978]

❤😊

[@OneOfAMineRocks]

601 Days, you can do it! I believe in YOU! Many Blessings 1❤🙏

[@a07z]

Muslim person: I never drank alcohol at any point in my life, God is my inspiration.

[@Artbynbru]

That’s awesome! Same here, since August 5 so a little over 2 months. I get grossed out thinking about drinking. My body is definitely rejecting the idea of drinking again.

[@livelearnandteach7402]

There are a couple of things I'm truly proud of in life. Giving up alcohol 6 years ago is one of them.

[@wildager1488]

Hi sexy xx I luv u for ever and dvd and e ed and suck on your. Hand❤xx when are you back from your fishing trip I can't wait to tickle you ❤

[@markp3854]

Wow this guy nails it. This was the best info/guidance I think I’ve ever heard regarding sobriety. A lot of strong points especially in his opening and closing segments.

[@APokeInTheEye]

Sobriety is gaining something rather than losing was an excellent closer! I'm actually surprised I've never heard someone say it like that.

[@dominicrondini5980]

Great video, I've been in recovery since 2010 life is so much better sober. Show up for your own life, and the people in it. 😊

[@StayLA]

5 years sober here - life begins after you stop drinking alcohol - reminder Alcohol has zero medical benefits and is a direct cause of at least 7 types of cancer

[@duanedaisy7731]

Sheesh! What are the 7?

[@StayLA]

Here are the top 7 1. Mouth and Throat Cancer: Excessive alcohol consumption can damage the tissues in the mouth and throat, increasing the risk of cancer. 2.Esophageal Cancer: Alcohol, especially when combined with smoking, is a significant risk factor for esophageal cancer. 3.Liver Cancer: Chronic alcohol abuse can lead to liver damage, including cirrhosis, which can increase the risk of liver cancer. 4.Colon and Rectal Cancer: While the exact mechanisms are not fully understood, heavy alcohol consumption has been linked to an increased risk of colorectal cancer. 5.Breast Cancer: Even moderate alcohol consumption has been associated with a slightly increased risk of breast cancer in women. 6.Pancreatic Cancer: Some studies suggest that heavy alcohol use may contribute to the development of pancreatic cancer. 7.Larynx Cancer: The voice box, or larynx, is another area that can be damaged by excessive alcohol consumption, increasing the risk of cancer.

[@duanedaisy7731]

@@StayLA Whewww!!!

[@loveroftruth8148]

Props to you man. Fighting the craves and wanting that head change is what's challenging to me. Barely 6 days sober lol.

[@brittweir8844]

That’s one way I always thought it as well” zero health benefits to consume”,,, only negative side effects,,, For that little bit of buzz you get ,,In the end (when it wears off),There’s a huge list of things that cause us trouble it’s just not worth it.😊

[@PneumaEthos]

I quit October 1st last year, my life has improved in every area. I quit cigarettes 9 months ago, identity shifting is amazing. I'll never go back...

[@Primordial_one]

Yes! Congrats! Oct.1st this year for me

[@PneumaEthos]

@Primordial_one fantastic! Before you know it, you'll have years under your belt. Being able to say "I don't drink" or "I don't smoke" comes naturally and when I say it out loud. I know it's true and that it always will be. Keep it up, and if you need any additional support I highly recommend listening to Andrew Huberman's podcast about what alcohol does to your body and a you tuber named Sober Leon, he uses his first principal approach which allows you to see alcohol for what it truly is and the social influence and how to deal with people that try to pull you back in. I actually still hang out with all of my friends that drink, but everyone knows that this is a permanent choice for me and no one ever even tries to sway me. I do shots of pickle juice whenever they want to include me in a "cheers". These are friendships that I've had for over 30 years so I wasn't willing to part ways, nor were any of my friends, I appreciate their respect, I wish everybody had this type of support, I am grateful as I know this is rare.

[@kurt.lenser]

1003 days for me, also totally weird that this popped up in my youtube feed. Congrats on the 1k! Being alcohol free has completely and totally changed my life for the better. To anyone still struggling, I want you to know there is hope. If I can do it, you can too.

[@montrose252]

Three years sober! Helps with anxiety and depression

[@theblighter]

Mix in some workouts and you're really in business.

[@HippityHopity]

Three years sober in February next year. Best decision I’ve ever made. Just wish I’d done it sooner.

[@wiandewaal]

Don't confuse yourself with regret. You were not really ready then for you to actually do the quit. 😊

[@JulieHempton]

Me too! Feb 8

[@conraado_]

That’s beautiful I truly hope I can put the cup or bottle down myself , thank you for sharing 🙏

[@HippityHopity]

@ maybe you should ask for help? AA? It’s not easy to do and sometimes it’s nice to have some support. Good luck to you 🙏🏼

[@Lindaaaaaa006]

A late start is better than no start, Blessings and congratulations 🎊

[@pierrejoubert7195]

5 days away from being 4 months sober and I can honestly say life is better and I don't have any urge to want to start drinking again.

[@WilliamTheHeretic]

Next Feb I'm 23 years in. I love being sober!

[@nextlevelsuki]

348 Days for me! Almost at a year! Best decision ever!🙌🏽🔥

[@ssky-rt9nm]

I pulled 1,080 days without alcohol. It was one of the best things in my life. I definitely felt myself mature and grow in ways that never would have happened if I had continued.

[@Uncommony]

Stopping a lot of my bad habits such as alcohol, fizzing drinks, sweets, weed, cigarettes, and fast food has given me such freedom and allowed me to achieve unimaginable success and I'm so grateful that I took the steps to stop. Stay Uncommon!

[@jujusmagicalmoment]

five years sober our mind calms down and we can be freeee best place to be ever❤

[@CristianSays_]

Thanks! Totally needed this!

[@TotallyLikeCosmic]

Thanks Clark! Love this: authentic delivery, great content, and this resonates with me... I'm only 9 days into my own freedom from alcohol journey. My reasons for ditching alcohol weren't due to any "rock bottom", more of a health/wellbeing decision, recognising all that I gain from being free from drinking poison... I'm feeling better than I can remember: sleeping better, more mentally alert/active (had terrible brain fog while drinking), and even feeling my relationships with others are far better, like I'm actually giving people more eye contact, presence... It's nice to know my mind and body are now able to heal after, some less than ideal treatment over the last several years. And I love your advice around accepting discomfort. This absolutely nails for me why I continued to drink, despite there being no net benefit: a very low tolerance to work stress, triggered at about 6.00pm when I justified the "need" to drink to "unwind". (There's nothing relaxing about the horrors of the next morning, as we all know!) We live in a society where quick fixes are all the go, but realising alcohol fixes absolutely nothing, is empowering. Thanks again! Fantastic advice - and all really positively delivered. :)

[@mermaidtales4009]

Keep going !! I'm Day 10 today. Simply got fed-up with the BS associated with using booze as a coping mechanism ! Oh boy, sleeping like a babe & my appetite is thru the roof.. *I'm tall/skinny.. refuelling w healthy food instead of poisoning my lil system.🤢 Feel so amazing I plan on staying off for a year. Even then, why return to it?🙏

[@pkoechkirui3797]

Watching this hangover af !! I have to do this man . I have to put my life together .

[@HedleySohn]

What he's saying here are things that I've experienced also after being sober. I continue to discover new benefits that are unique to my own life. I read once that the rate of emotional growth slows or sometimes stops completely once a person begins a substance abuse. It only regains its original momentum after the abuse is halted. I think I'm realizing more and more how true that is.

[@samrj]

Hangovers are the worst. Used to be 3 hrs of discomfort. Now it's paralyzing for 3 days.

[@charlieteirney4252]

Hey guys. 25 years old, I lost my dad due to him drinking himself to death, I have always struggled with alcohol and giving it up, appreciate the sober community. im 7 days lol

[@TotallyLikeCosmic]

Hey Charlie, sorry about your dad. I lost my mum and step-dad to drinking a few years ago. Congrats on 7 days! I'm on 9 days, so right there in the same zone! I'm 46, and I've known I've had a drinking problem (binge drinking/unsafe levels) for probably ten years or more... Honestly, I wish I'd known all I know now about how harmful alcohol is. Had I known, I wouldn't have continued to entertain the idea of "moderation" or "just drinking socially"... it's all just a fallacy, and like Clark mentioned in his video, I just kept watching my drinking increase as time wore on. And, because it messes with mental health over time, I found my goals slipping away, feeling impossible, out of reach... Since stopping drinking, I've been feeling great, much happier, and my goals are back in reach. So my realisation over time is that the best time to quit for good is right now. Keep going! Don't let your brain try to tell you that you've done well and "deserve" a drink, or let yourself romanticise that drink over Christmas or holidays... You're always better off without booze to drag you down. We can always think of our parents - it's a painful but useful reminder - and know that alcohol is not our friend. Wishing you all the best. :)

[@charlieteirney4252]

@ really appreciate this response, my friend. People like yourself and myself that pull other people up to become better versions of themselves. God bless you brother

[@TotallyLikeCosmic]

@@charlieteirney4252 My pleasure, brother! Wishing all the very best. Life is so much better when we’re living free. :)

[@angelvalentin5238]

Same here man, my dad drank himself to death at only 45 years old. You would think that I would learn from this and stay away from alcohol but no… I became an alcoholic as well and I’m finally trying to quit drinking for good. I’m in day 6.

[@777STMIA]

Great work! Keep going!! Perhaps consider reading the book: Dopamine nation, this can help with understanding and awareness of the nature of addiction. Also, consider upping the physical fitness aspect ie the gym....natural dopamine boosting activities. Im 12 years sober, you are not alone.

[@lagirl4648]

Ive always been a causual drinker but felt like i needed it to have fun when getting together with friends. But it actually made me feel anxious and was harmful! After seeing a mamaswole youtuber video 2 years ago, i was inspired to quit! It will be 2 years at dec 30th and has been the best change ive ever made! You dont need to hit rock bottom to make a change!!

[@szerkomillo1928]

Hey Clark, I just want thank you! - you were kind of mentor for me for the past 8 years - most of the 130+ self development audiobooks I listened were your recommendations. No alcohol challenge was also your inspiration -I am on 55 day now and it is exacly what you were saying in your video podcast. Thanks again and best of luck!

[@BrandyMcElderry-lu2ql]

In Aug 2019, I quit for 26 months, I decided I was done the experiment because I was going on vacation to Hawaii. Since then I've been in control of my drinking up until the last couple months where I've noticed it start creeping back up again. This video has definitely reminded me of how good I felt sober. Going to start a new challenge today! Thanks Clark😊

[@darrensteves]

So true in that you have to think of quitting alcohol as gaining and not losing. Thanks for the great video Clark!

[@andreronan1035]

1000+ days here. From booze to positive boost in my life. There will be highs and lows but that’s just the way life is, isn’t it? Enjoy the new journey !

[@havasuheat99]

I think I'm 8 years now. Never really kept track but it was the best thing I have done for myself and my family. Mental clarity is probably this biggest thing I've noticed and is so great to experience.

[@KronoKing]

I quit December 3rd 2022 so I’m at day 746 as of time of writing. I quit because I decided to take my health more seriously. I’m getting older, I’m 45, and I’ve always been a cardio and gym kinda guy but it always felt like starting over at the gym after a night of drinking. But now it doesn’t feel that way. I too also noticed the sleep quality goes thru the roof which is a huge motivator for me to stay sober. I notice the mental clarity too and I read a lot now, at least one book a month sometimes more. I get a lot more done but do get bored quite a bit but always find something to do. I definitely have more drive to accomplish things that’s for sure. Sober life is good, hoping I reversed some damage to liver after 30 years of drinking. Didn’t have any actual diagnosed liver problem or anything just assuming all the years of drinking may have takin a toll. But I read our livers are very resilient and will repair itself so hopefully that’s the case. I’ve been taking a lot of liver supplements too like milk thistle. Anyway thanks for the video I’m catching up to ya, trying to get to 1000 days too.

[@cameronjameswong176]

I gave up smoking marijuana 1st august. Seeing this video has inspired me to now give up alcohol on the 1st November. Looking forward to the results 💯💯

[@mermaidtales4009]

Wishing you luck! I quit alcohol & weed will be next✌️🤙

[@HuseyinAtaiEsengol]

Don't do it. If God intended you not to smoke he would not have put that beast of a plant on this earth! Amen!

[@GalloVerdesFarms]

@@HuseyinAtaiEsengolamen brother

[@JustMalcolm914]

​@@HuseyinAtaiEsengolagree

[@emmakay4374]

Sober for five years here! I stopped at first for about two months and thought it didn't make a big difference. Then I had two glasses of wine at a wedding. The next day I really felt that it does in fact impact me, my head feeling mushy, lack of focus. And I decided I would never go back to this. Congrats on your success!

[@louisegoodyear2515]

This video and the comments are making me more determined than ever before to be free of alcohol, i start drinking in the evening (wine) helps me to sleep, i wake at 4am feeling ghastly, fed up of being a 'slave' to it...well done to everyone for your bravery ❤

[@mickeyhoward3851]

Getting into a flow state, even when doing mundane tasks, rather than just getting through or simply tolerating stuff - that sounds cool.

[@carolbradley4845]

I needed to hear this today. I’ve been coping with what started as a stressful situation, which has now kind of resolved itself, but I’m still drinking every night. I started physically feeling “off”. Not sleeping that great, gaining weight, stomach acting weird, etc. I woke up in the middle of the night recently to a headache and dehydrated. I told myself, “You know this can’t be good for your brain”. I have a friend from church with dementia and it’s getting really bad. I don’t know what part alcohol may play in this but I’m not willing to chance it. Today I can’t say I’ll never drink again but I can say I’m backing way off. I’d like to add that I think this was the best video I’ve heard on this subject and I really appreciate your honesty and willingness to share it.

[@jenniferjones2015]

I'm 21 days sober and in the past wen I "stopped" drinking, I never really understood why ppl count the days but I think I kinda understand now. I just want to be ok and it's a day by day process. I really enjoy being sober and also the 16 pound weight lose in just 3 weeks. I know I must have a focus...a purpose...a goal or I'll fall back on stupid useless drinking. I now have signed up to the gym and up at 3:30am to get ready and at the gym by 5am. I feel busy for me is key.. purpose driven.

[@jopincar]

I quit last March after watching one of your videos. Thanks, Clark!!

[@Lauren-xr3sz]

Wow. I'm on day 5 sober, contemplating doing it forever. I never drank as much as you mentioned, but I definitely looked for excuses to drink multiple times per week. "If you didn't have a rock bottom moment, it means you got lucky" hit me SO HARD. Damn.

[@3DOrigamiandMore]

You are amazing!! the first few days are the hardest but it is so worth it and I know you can do it!! I am rooting for you!! I have went sober for 3 months in the past and I am struggling again but I am hoping to get sober once more

[@raymondlin8728]

5 days is tremendous. 5 days of poison not sitting in your heart, lungs, liver, pancreas, brain, blood, etc. Plus you're feeling better about yourself, finding peace in your heart, and im sure other around you are returning the same positive energy. ❤️❤️. Keep going..soon it won't even be a thought anymore

[@TotallyLikeCosmic]

Do it. Go for forever! You're gifting your life with health, energy, vitality and an ability to ride through life's little bumps without feeling you need to anaesthetise yourself, or feel you need to drink to have fun. (If alcohol had the power to create "fun", alcoholics drinking alone would be the happiest people on earth! (I read that somewhere - it stuck with me.) I'm 9 days sober, and feeling so much better. I'm never going back to that life! And if I lose a few boozy friends, and it was only alcohol that connected us, I"m probably better off without them. Good luck! :)

[@OrganicallyYahs]

Same for me today! How’s it going for you?

[@Gq2316]

Just work on not drinking today. Don’t worry about tomorrow, today. Your life will get better.

[@Matp345]

I've never heard it described so perfectly. You absolutely nailed it. I was sober for about 2 months until my GF was forced to move away. It broke me and I fell down the rabbit hole again but the day after thanksgiving I put it down and its going to stay down

[@seattlejayde]

Wow, you hit on all the main important points. Liked/subbed. The concept of oscillation & tolerance as well as all the other stuff was really impactful. I could listen to this several times.

[@villaindreamskits]

6 months without drinking now. Great benefits, but can relate to some of the difficulties. The pain is raw; the edges are there. My friends are really supportive, but there's still a little sense of loneliness from not being involved in the drinking with everyone. I have to leave early, etc. I'm known as the "girl who doesn't drink now" lol. But one benefit is that I've definitely improved my charisma when I'm not drinking... It's more of a practice and "muscle" to build, but now I'm getting better at social skills without the drinking aid. So... Kinda a super power!

[@ccohen1965]

Exactly! I don't drink and the social aspect takes work but the reward when you find you can handle the social without drinking when everyone is drinking is amazing.

[@benjo3459]

I'm a little longer than you sober and very similar tthings going on

[@villaindreamskits]

@@benjo3459 Glad I'm not the only one!

[@pietzaken2220]

As a fellow coach, i love this video. Not only for the content, but also the way you edit everything. Its long with 16 min, but does not feel like it. Well done!

[@rentose]

I like the message, and the analogies he uses to push a point across, like when he put the duct tape over the fuel gauge on the car dashboard, I could relate to that. Good work!

[@joshw9736]

Congrats on 1000 days man! Ive been a musician my entire life, my drinking evolved into drug use, and then became my normal.....it was not normal. I got sober in 2020, and have not looked back. It's taken meetings, help, a program, and a deep dive into myself that includes a much more spiritual existence. When I looked back at my life, I realized how much addiction had shaped my life and my choices. "Choices" I say, but it was making my decisions for me. Sobriety has enabled me to tackle issues in therapy that have changed my life. I quit bands and divorced the music scene for two years, and have come back to it with a new love devoid of all of the validation BS, and performance anxiety that I had before. To be honest, it's not just being sober, it's actively recovering from addiction. For me, its like fitness...I have to absolutely be active in my recovery to keep my sobriety. Which sounds possibly arduous, but honestly it's not. The friends I have, the relationships I have, and the life (far from perfect) Im living is far superior. One day at a time, I will never go back.

[@TotallyLikeCosmic]

Great story! Well done, man!

[@Snapsta123]

SAME! Amazing🎉 i feel you . I have to stay on top of my sobriety too. But it's worth it. I tell myself : no sobriety = no life

[@GabrielXDrums]

Curious, why quit bands? Why not keep the sobriety while pursuing the music? Or did you feel you’d lose people who you assumed were close to you? I’m currently in a band and they’re far from always sober, but I have to be, at least now anyways. For whatever reason.

[@joshw9736]

@@GabrielXDrums I just had to walk away for awhile man. Im currently playing in two bands, and Im the only sober one. I just had to establish some things in my sobriety before I could dive back in.

[@jpscott7174]

Thx for the video. I like the perspective. I’m in the midst of gaining my life back! 🙏

[@lexballadon]

Well done on 1000 days!! 2 years in here, 40yrs old, and wish I’d done it sooner as it’s literally life changing!! You’re so right, you’ve got to do it when the time works for you so it sticks 🙌

[@woodprose]

Thanks Clark, this really hit home for me! I went 8 years sober in my 30s and now I'm 61 and drinking 4+ days a week. I don't recover like when I was younger, so considering going sober again for good. I have been using it as a reward for busy, hectic days. I really relate to the escaping and losing the next day part. Thanks again!

[@1dantown]

Quitting alcohol feels like winning the lottery. Prove me wrong.

[@perjacobsen8445]

You got a million dollars because of it?

[@johnblizard5023]

I so agree, but it took actually quitting 5 months ago to understand what you said.

[@1dantown]

@@perjacobsen8445 metaphorically speaking.....

[@WHEN-LAMBO]

Shut up pussyboy

[@vikrampatil29]

@@perjacobsen8445 yeah, its actually equal to winning a million dollars considering a million dollars would be lost considering the amount of productive time lost, the money wasted on alcohol itself, the number of jobs lost , the number of friends lost, the broken relationships, the money spent on various diseases caused by alcohol ranging from hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, pancreatitis, liver cirrhosis, liver transplantation, treatment of various cancers. So, yes, if you sum it up, alcohol costs you more than a million dollars, in other words quitting alcohol is more than winning just a lottery. I think you were just kidding; still 🙂

[@reversefulfillment9189]

Good points bro. I'm at 1 year from booze and also moved past weed and ciggies in that year. Cant say life's all rainbows but I know that my brain will need time to heal and as i make better choices it will have that chance.

[@abbypapagelis]

321 days! I’ve watched your videos and I can relate so much! Thank you!! My life has gotten SO MUCH BETTER!! thank you for not drinking with me today!

[@somadriz]

I am at 931 days and this video was great at realizing things that I forget about now. such a good feeling to be sober. thanks for sharing your story !

[@TastySanchez]

This was the best video I've seen on the topic. Really insightful 👏

[@youtubetv3401]

OMG this is the... i mean... the best video Ive ever seen ; and the cooleest...and the realist,passinonate and the most educational for those who goes thru this ! OMG @Clark Kegley I appreciate you frfrfrfr!!! young man can we connect your energy is that of a chosen one lol we appreciate youuuuuu

[@jackjacko6183]

This is one of the best videos I have seen, thank you for posting, very insightful and the message really resonated

[@greggorycraig1808]

Failed quitting for decades until AA. Truly worked for me, especially if you really want to stop drinking. 2 years later - zero regrets.

[@hollysgarage9627]

Thanks for the video brotha im about 19 months sober today and really needed to hear this!

[@stacihartman48]

I didn’t have a rock bottom either. Just the realization of where I was headed. I can relate to everything you said. I’m 74 days sober and feeling so good. I see myself at your 1,000 days.😁

[@krivitskiy]

Congrats on 1000 days!!! I share a similar experience, only for about 120 days. One thing, though, man, you've left outside your story. You are still counting the days.

[@dmitriypetrenko9977]

I think that last part is super important. You have to remember that you are not "losing" something when you give up your addiction, whatever it may be.. You have to view it as leaving the thing behind that's causing you to miss out on so many aspects of your life. There is so much to gain!

[@nbailey9391]

I quit for many months at a time if not a year or so because I wanted to prove I could. My problem is I am all in or all out, I cannot simply enjoy one beer or one glass of wine. The feeling I had when I quit 100% was life changing. Well done!

[@bradsillasen1972]

Outstanding piece. All rings true after 60+ years of ups and downs. I won't list them all, but I've found many other things get better as well once you take the jump. Doesn't happen overnight but hang in there.

[@angelauk4]

This is very thoughtful and thought provoking. Thank you!

[@jessicagillespie1591]

A nifty tip for new sober curious people: instead of pouring out my last bottle of vodka and tequila, I made cleaning products with them. Add florals and essential oils to the bottle, even fruit peels and add it to soapy water to clean your whole house! It’s a literal and figurative way to clean up your life!

[@sinclairfest]

Hey mate, As someone who is just beginning my sobriety journey I really enjoyed this. Particularly enjoyed the part about having to make it for a true positive purpose and not an act of deprivation. Thanks for making this

[@SsbThatsMe]

24 years sober so far! Haven't had alcohol once in my life and I don't think that I ever will. It just seems to have a lot of downsides, and quitting is a lot harder than never starting

[@MrBrics_tv]

Never start please...

[@dinamid92]

Alcohol is legal drug, approved and sometimes even encouraged by culture and society.

[@MrBrics_tv]

@B.F.01 The system must proceed with its plans to keep enslaving so-called "society," which resembles nothing more than blind cattle!

[@theblighter]

Saw the Obituary hat and inmediately subbed. 4 days from 1 year off the sauce. Fellow musician as well, a lot of drinking in my 20s when we were playing shows regularly.

[@mulantisreunitingall888]

Thank you so much Clark for this very authentic and helpful video. After realizing a pattern of self-sabotage lately, I ended up drinking a whole bottle of blueberry flavored soju, though I hadn’t drank alcohol in a while. This, and your video about self-sabotage really helped.

[@annieherrera4694]

22 yrs alcohol FREE. I don't even think about it. My husband has a glassof wine with dinner mmost nights, it doesn't bother me a bit. Had you told ne this would be the case 22 yrs ago, I never woulda believed you. Keep going, just gets better!

[@ccohen1965]

What an excellent video on this topic. The best I have ever seen, I believe. Thank you so much! I am a non drinker and have been most of my life (except for year one of college where I drank every day). I love being a non drinker. It's much easier to be fit, strong, mentally focused and gain social confidence internally when I don't drink. Yes, there are times I feel left out at social gatherings. But, I enjoy the challenge of working my way through it and feeling good about myself. I end up being more confident knowing I can handle situations relying on my own skills and not some substance.

[@kellyclark2806]

You are awesome! Thank you for sharing all this so thoughtfully!

[@Moneymakinglinksmedia]

I have my own addictions. They are a challenge to beat. So, good job on staying sober for so long.

[@MerariBonova]

Same here ! I quit drinking long time ago I really don’t keep track of it but it has been months! I feel so good and proud of myself

[@deadinthewater218]

When I quit that’s how I’m going to do it. Not keep track of it.

[@nickgelman6713]

Best alcohol-quitting related video on youtube!!! Thanks Clark!

[@michaelanthony3776]

Great video. So right about the hanxiety.

[@stewpidaz]

I absolutely love the duct tape over the check engine light analogy.

[@vinchenzo9715]

3years for me on 9-11!! Drank my whole life since very young age. Ruined EVERYTHING!! Woke up in jail being told I was facing 15-17 yrs in prison for my drunken shenanigans from the night before!! I NEVER DRANK AGAIN!!

[@orangetulip1261]

Wow! So did you end up serving time? What happened? Let us know 😇

[@vinchenzo9715]

@@orangetulip1261 lol. I beat most the charges! I did a county bid of a 364 and 2 years probation. Due to Covid at the time,I used that to my advantage. It was so embarrassing watching the dash cam footage of my dumb drunk ass

[@orangetulip1261]

​@@vinchenzo9715Thank you for your reply. I'm so happy things worked out well in the end. It just shows how a change of mind about something can literally set brand new positive experiences on your path... 🙏 I'm only on week 2 today, lol, but as I came back from my jog this morning, I was reflecting on how I would not be in such good shape, had I continued on that prior path... I also believe that something 'not so good would have happened if I continued, as I have put myself in dangerous situations, while drunk 😢. Hence I was so curious about your past situation 🥹 I did a 10-day Vipassana meditation in September and that helped cement my inner strength to being on this sober journey and since I made that decision, I haven't had a craving for alcohol, ever! 💪 Thank you again for sharing 😊🦋💙

[@therealforestelf]

being sober, straight edge, completely drug free is actually so insanely beneficial to almost every aspect of life. you take so much drugs to silence your thoughts but actually not taking any type of drug for a prolongued amount of time makes your thoughts go silent, it is some weird magic. I mean it's a spectrum, you don't have to always aim for the extremes, but if you don't need to drink or avoid drinking alcohol or consuming any drug for 6 out of 7 days a week, that is what I would recommend as the default action for anyone trying to get a grip on their consumption. decrease frequency, decrease volume, then eventually you can just completely jump off and after 3 or 6 weeks you will eventually feel amazing, Clark is not lying here!

[@pf6638]

Two years of being sober since October 2024. I can relate to all the points you’ve made. One that really struck a chord is where I’m at. I do miss tremendously the old me with alcohol. But I remind myself of the overall positive benefits outweighing the negatives of alcohol in my life. Great video on this.

[@vonsassy]

I recently went keto-carnivore due to autoimmune issues, and subsequently was forced to reevaluate my daily drinking habit. I realized I'd rather feel great without alcohol than like crap and use it to mask my pain. Thank you for sharing these motivational insights!

[@NicoI]

Congrats on everything you do. Very inspiring

[@eileenstasczak6606]

CONGRATULATIONS, Clark! Im so happy for you! Aren't you excited for what lays ahead?!🎉🎈🎉🎈🎆

[@walterargumedo1375]

Yup, about 4:30 pm my hands would start shaking knowing I’m getting off at 5:00 PM and hit the liquor store. After many relapses I finally got it right on 12-14-2001. That’s when I started really living. Happy New Year brother!

[@VelcroKittie]

It's one of the best decisions one can make. Your life will improve dramatically.

[@GonzoSA]

Such an important point about booze making you tolerate bullshit! Thank you for this video.

[@BillHeilmannfritz]

Really appreciate the candor the authenticity of your share my friend! You're right on! God bless 🙏🙏

[@paulbrown5839]

A lot of people are stopping because the price of alcohol has gone up recently to where it is not worth it for many people. This video has a lot of gems in it. "Two pint buzz" - understood. Good one!

[@colinrussell2017]

That two pint buzz is usually where I go "Hey! I'm having a good time! Lets have a third!" Then we're off to the races and the finish line is around seven pints. Personally, I find it far easier to just not start than to try and moderate. It's like popping open a bag of potato chips to have just one. Good luck with that!😂

[@paulbrown5839]

@@colinrussell2017 Exactly the same here Colin. If you have ever been a binge drinker, moderation is very hard to sustain. For those who have always been light drinkers, it's doable.

[@catsteinhilb2880]

Thank you Clark. I really appreciate this especially when you said just because you don’t have a rock bottom doesn’t mean you don’t have a problem.

[@angelacacace3705]

Another awesome video Clark 👏 I stopped drinking almost 2 years ago and to be honest I was only going to do it for 30 days but I just kept going with it and I genuinely feel now like there's a part of myself that got to finally grow up and it would never have been possible if I kept drinking....and I had no idea 💡 lol

[@JV-ce1ob]

717 days here. Love the fact that you didn't have to find a bottom to make the decision to change your life. Seriously, that's something to be proud of. Quite an accomplishment. I didn't get sober until the DUI's started piling up. In Louisiana a 4th offense comes with a 10 year prison sentence. After my 3rd charge I became convinced that I was out of control and finally got sober. Life is now exponentially better in every way.