Its time to quit. Living with liver disease

[@CraigFox-lt6lt]

Worked today, and while traffic is heavy w law enforcement out "in force" this weekend, it's such a good feeling to know theres zero chance of even being close to DUI.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Craig! I know exactly what you mean! Isn't it so nice when a cop gets behind you and you don't get that crippling feeling of doom? Like.... if he pulls me over, I'm going to jail. I do not miss that at all!!!! Hope to see you in the live today! God bless ❤❤❤

[@CraigFox-lt6lt]

Got an appt at 1pm, if it's at noon I might be able to sneak on for a few

[@MonaYY_Rig]

💚💚💚

[@wolfwagonc1727]

I went to a birthday last night and I had the chance to get ripped. Like I did many times, but I thought about the hangover the next day so I ended up being a designated driver instead and here I am the next morning feeling 100%.

[@tomlyon3273]

I've just been diagnosed with mild to moderate fatty liver, i have cut way down on alcohol but the damage takes many months to heal. Year's for some. Last night i flushed all my codeine and paracetamol down the toilet as well as stopping drinking completely. And maintaining an extremely healthy diet, i have to take this seriously now. Good luck to everybody on the same path.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I am really sorry to hear that. Sounds like you have a Solid plan to turn the worm! Keep it up!!! I know you can do it! God bless😊❤

[@shotinthedark829]

THIS WAS THE VIDEO I NEEDED LD! Got out of detox 2 weeks ago and shit hit the fan in my personal life. Wanted to relapse wanted to quit what I'm doing and end it all. All in all I have the golden ticket. Alot of people would kill to have the opportunity I have sitting in front of me. I wanted to throw it away. I'm not going to. Gotta stay in the fight pray buckle down and work harder. Thank you for all you do and reaching us. Keep going forward yourself and God bless everyone who's struggling. I'm there with you we can't give up now. Even if you think you have nothing to lose by drinking just remember you do.

[@Xhxifkfy4748]

Keep going, you are very, very special to so many and give strength to many Look up until you see the beauty that is in this world.

[@Onelethalangel69]

Yay YOU ! 🎉🎉🎉 You can do sobriety just like you can do your drug of Choice. We are here to be cheerleaders. I may not do videosblike this but I am cheering for anyone who chooses themself over destroying life. Thank you for sharing this. I'm struggling but due to other issues like homelessness..cheering for me to find a job? May you be blessed today! MelissaTirona

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Woohoo!! Wonderful job!! You're right! We can't stop now. You've got this, and you should be so proud of yourself!! ❤❤🎉🎉

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Wow!!! I am so glad I did this video yesterday! I'm so sorry that things hit the fan for you, but I love your outlook on life! I don't know what your situation is, but it sounds like you have some really positive things happening in your life! I am so happy for you! I was in the same position. I worked so hard to build the life I have. And I almost threw it all away because of my consumption. I am so happy for you that you see the light now!! Thank you so much for sharing your story here!!!! Much love my friend!❤❤❤❤❤ God bless😊😊

[@steveharwoodAFCTV]

LD what ever you have done in the past, I CAN ASURE YOU M8 youre making a real difference here, and you're not only helping yourself but many others in this utube community. I think your wife has been amazing in sticking buy you. Thank you for sharing your personal journey and remember your making a real difference. Steve LONDON 😊

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so very much for saying that steve! I can't thank you enough my friend! Thank you for being here! God bless😊😊😊❤

[@steveharwoodAFCTV]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk My pleasure your a inspiration to me and your keeping me personally on the right path. So a huge thank you from your m8 Steve in LONDON

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

@@steveharwoodAFCTV thank you so much again!!!!🤎🤎🤎

[@Aotearoa.]

I think alcohol is a poison it silently damage a person from the inside out. I'm glad to be sober and grateful for everything in my life💯

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I am so happy that you are sober too!!!! Thank you for sharing! God bless❤❤❤

[@naelyneurkopfen9741]

"inTOXICation". Yes, it's literal poison.

[@chp6489]

LD❤! Keeping everyone who is struggling with drugs & alcohol in my prayers!❤ Sometimes for me it’s one minute at a time, one foot in front of the other! Wonderful loving , supportive, positive message LD! Saving one life, one day at a time!❤❤❤❤❤

[@amandaflaherty7528]

That's right!! Sometimes it's one day, or one hour or even minute by minute. But it's worth it!! In our darkest moments, life is waiting right around the corner ❤❤🎉🎉

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much and I am doing the same.... they are all in my prayers too! I know how hard the struggle really is. God bless❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@simoncochrane6190]

Excellent advice! Theres nothing to lose and everything to gain. To anyone who is thinking of giving up then please give it a try! Im almost six months sober and i can honestly say its one of my proudest achievements. Keep up the good work LD you are making a huge difference ❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much and I am so happy to hear this!!!! Congratulations on 6 months!!!! I know exactly how you feel right now.... I never thought I could do it either! God bless❤❤❤

[@2bookoo4u]

This video helped me a lot today. That little evil voice in my head kept trying to talk me into going to the store all damn day. This is when I'm especially vulnerable. A long weekend with nothing to do, I could get plastered for days and nobody would know. I'm not going down that bleak road again. It's been almost 3 months for me (again), and the last few times I quit it was pure hell. I basically had to quit due to a few physical and mental health problems. Even then my brain still tries to talk me back into it. Not today. I just realized that I never subscribed to your channel. I just did. Keep the content coming. It really does help people. I wish you the best.

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Hey, 2bookoo!! Amazing job on avoiding the store yesterday!! Weekends like these are the hardest. But I'm rooting for you and celebrating in your win!! 🎉🎉 Stocked up on seltzer, snacks and iced coffee fixings for myself this weekend. My brain was prepping for the mental storm of the holiday haha ❤️

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Hey there! I know what you mean, I really do. Congratulations on 3 months!!! That is so awesome to hear! Thank you so much for sharing your story here!!!! Keep up the great work!!! God bless❤❤❤❤

[@jimwebster7317]

your doing a great job. And yes it's a disease. I have been sober since rehab in 1981. Self medicated for chronic panic attacks. Was over a liter a day of vodka, when I went to rehab after a dui. Rehab back then was 10 days. I'm one of the few percenters who has never relapsed. Thank you God and yes both parents were alcoholics. Not an excuse, just a reality. Keep up your great work.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your input! That is so awesome to hear!!!! I am so happy for you my friend! ❤❤❤❤ God blesz😊

[@Mmoose712]

Congratulations on your success! I've dealt with panic attacks for over 30 years. Most of the time they are manageable, but sometimes I have bad spells. Definitely a challenge!

[@MrStooge.]

Great video man. What about dealing with loneliness as a topic one day. Loneliness is something that always led me back to drinking. All my friends drink. All my socialising is in the pub. It gets to be that I don’t see people if I don’t drink. I work alone. Without drinking I’m alone all the time. So it is a temptation as a way of connecting with others.

[@CMoore8539]

That’s definitely a serious problem. Loneliness sucks. Bless your heart. You need to develop other activities to find friends. I understand loneliness perfectly. I deal with it too but bars and clubs haven’t ever helped me. Try to think outside of the box and work on finding good people to be friends with. You deserve it.❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Great idea! I can totally relate to this. I am too. We Will definitely talk about this today! Hope to.see you there! God bless❤😊

[@christycomer373]

You are a Godsend for me…. I love listening to your “real” talk. I’m so happy you are here and giving people hope & faith.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💕

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

@christycomer373 thank you so much for saying that!! I am so pleased that you get something from the videos! God bless❤️

[@mattbeauchamp7614]

I have a party to go to with old drinking friends and donno if i can go right now because its been almost 6 months. I may feel to much pressure. Thanks for your stories and talk man

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Hey there Matt! I definitely would probably not go.... not yet. If you feel like it's too soon, I would trust your gut! I hope this helps. Thank you for sharing! God bless😊

[@AndrewMarloweTV]

Fascinating content LD. I think whats tricky about drinking is that it can make for productivity in spurts, but in comparison to sobriety is very short lived. Another complication for me personally is the reward, or imagined reward that comes from treating myself to drinking after a long day, major accomplishment, etc. Bukowski once said, "The Problem with drinking is that when something bad happens we drink, if something good happens we drink, and when nothing happens, we drink to make something happen.

[@Mmoose712]

Totally agree

[@Kristen10-22]

I would have loved for my brother to say, Hey Kris I need your help - I’m in deep trouble. God if only… Your family members know something is going on. They’d give anything to help you I promise. Fall into them instead if the alcohol. My brother if he had reached out may still be alive had he asked me. I ❤ U Jimmy. Wait for me. God isn’t done with me yet down here.

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Love you, Kristen! ❤ I hope people see this and give it a hard thought because you're absolutely right. You're also right that God isn't done with you yet! Keep being a bright light in this world!! ❤

[@Kristen10-22]

@@amandaflaherty7528 oh Aman u made me cry! I didn’t even connect my comment with praying others might see it. LD gets it & I don’t get stuck in the rearview but if only he would have asked I would have given him anything to help him. God hasn’t taken me yet so I have to assume He’s keeping me for someone to help maybe.. idk I love u too and yeah maybe someone might just open up and even just asking for a hug is huge. Keep being amazing 🤩 Love u Kristen

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@Kristen10-22 I think you already do it by being a part of this community and offering encouragement and wisdom to the people in it! I see your comments, and I'm sure they help. And our interactions have helped me from day 1. It feels so great to be understood and accepted. If you ever need anything, then I hope that you, too, would feel comfortable reaching out. That's what friends are for!! 💞🙏💞

[@Kristen10-22]

@@amandaflaherty7528 you are so genuine & kind. I am so grateful to have found you & everyone else honest. Yall are like family to me. I know if I ever run into trouble you would be one of the first friends I’d reach out to Amanda. Honestly. I don’t know how it’s like to be on the other end of me but I pray I never come across selfish or it’s all about my experience. I have always led with what’s on my heart. LD’s made that part easy. Yall are the only ones that know me. It’s too big and busy here.. it’s easy to stay at home, take care of the guys, Goose and Charlie (cat). I hope maybe someday I help someone reach out to their family or at least let them in on their “secret” The pain of never knowing eats at my soul sometimes. Dying is easy but are you “willing to live” for your family? That’s the hard ?. Love u Aman and thank you for being my sista ! Night sleep tight don’t let the bed bugs bite. Just a saying I’d say sometimes ♥️♥️♥️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻♥️♥️♥️

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@@Kristen10-22 I definitely don't see you as selfish!! And I would agree with the family part!! I'm sorry that you've had to hide your experience from anyone. That must be so lonely. I'm so glad you not only have an outlet to talk about it, but that you found this group in particular!! So happy to know you!! It's a little late to say, but good night, sleep tight!! Don't let the bed bugs bite!! It's so funny, my family says this to one another. But we also say I love you, sweet dreams! Angels on your pillow!! It's a mouthful! Again, love you, sista!! ❤️💞❤️

[@captainnitrousx1331]

It sucks, that I had to be diagnosed with Cirrhosis to stop drinking. It scared me so bad that I never drank again but the damage was already done. I have not drank alcohol beer or liquor in any form in 7.5 years. The only reason I could quit is because I am afraid to die. I wished I stopped a couple of years before all this happened

[@Micru866]

Hey LD, so thank you, I really needed to hear this. The weekends are difficult for me…and I was going to grab some ☠️. Instead I’m sitting here crying because I know you’re speaking from the heart and sharing so much truth. I have to give this my all and really commit to stopping. I made the decision because I don’t want to take away years of my life being on this loop. The consequences of drinking always catch up and I want to be here for as long as possible. I want the cravings to go away. I just want to be done but have to focus on today. I’m not at the level of drinking where I think it’s not reversible but I don’t want it to get worse. Anyways thank you my friend you’re a true gem. I’ll hop in tomorrow.

[@CraigFox-lt6lt]

Work hard on focusing this weekend!! Don't slip

[@Micru866]

@@CraigFox-lt6lthi Craig yeah that’s my plan. The biggest hurdle is avoiding the store i just avoided it for today. I’m making a nice meal and had a water fizz berry drink instead. Appreciate the comment.

[@kathrynminnick8986]

Wishing you strength this Memorial Day weekend and beyond! You can beat the cravings and everything else about the grip of alcohol!!

[@Micru866]

@@kathrynminnick8986 thank you Kathryn, I appreciate your kindness and rooting for me. This community is amazing and very supportive. Hope you have a wonderful weekend as well.

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Sounds like a great night you've set up for yourself, Micrue!! I'm celebrating your decision with you!! 🎉🎉 Hugs from NY 😁

[@amandaflaherty7528]

I agree with all of this, but in regard to the productivity portion, I definitely have had the same experience. I was always itching to drink, and I'd either rush through what I had to do or skip it because it was keeping me from getting to the bottle. I would make concessions because I felt like I didn't have the time to do it all. Now I sometimes feel so free going about my day, because there's nothing tugging me in another direction. It feels so good to not be distracted by my desire to to get to drinking. My relationships have become so much stronger, and I don't have to deal with the guilt of ignoring my relationships and responsibilities for the bottle. It feels so good to not be letting people in my life down by hiding away. My energy is up, my outlook is up, and it's insane how many hours your realize there are in the day when you're not losing so many to drinking. I wish for nothing but the best for everyone here. I'm sending love, strength and warm thoughts to each and every one of you!! I hope you all enjoy a beautiful and sober weekend!! ❤❤❤ wonderful video, LD! Have a great weekend!! ❤❤❤

[@Micru866]

Hi friend, you’re speaking facts as always. Question for you, and feel free not to answer if you don’t feel comfortable, do the cravings ever go away? I was never a daily drinker but as I’ve shared with you I’m on that journey of reflection right and realizing that I was drinking a bit too much each time and it was increasing. For example, first a regular bottle of wine then the bigger bottle, then jumping to the spirits few shots and chase with a beer. But I guess what I don’t understand is I don’t drink every day and don’t wake up feeling bad every time but if I continue to drink in that manner it can only get worse. If I could just stop thinking about it, for example mon-thur I’m good here comes Friday. Ugh 😣 I just wish the thought wouldn’t cross my mind. Well you give really great advice so figure I would ask, do the cravings stop? I hope you’ve had a great day and that you have a wonderful weekend.

[@Micru866]

And to add my fear is taking away years of my life because of drinking. This video has kept me from going to the store.

[@CraigFox-lt6lt]

Back to you! 🙏 😊

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@Micru866 Hey, Mic! So that's tough to answer because I only have a little less than 2 years under my belt, and I drank on a handful of occasions, so I feel like I'd be speaking from a more newly sober perspective...but what I can say is that when I first quit pretty solidly, I had frequent urges for the first month or two. Since then, I have had decreasing urges during either stressful times, times of celebration, or occasions where I'm seeing novel friends who drink. I also set myself up to not be hit with temptation for a long time. For months, i only hung out with safe people, I practiced self care by putting less on my plate where I could, and I gave myself concessions in other areas (like diet and sugar). There were plenty weeks where I'd just hermit and read books, play video games or watch movies and have a good meal because I needed to feel safe and comfortable. Although I've had temptations, it's getting a lot easier and feeling a lot less frustrating to say no. I don't know if I'll ever not have urges. But they're really mild now! So I'm hoping myself that they'll someday be so fleeting and far and few in between that they're not worth mentioning. I hope you have a great weekend, friend! ❤️😁❤️

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@Micru866 Also, I'm so glad that you feel so motivated by these videos and that they help to keep those important thoughts in the front of your mind. I know the pattern you spoke about. That's similar to me in frequency and volume. I started off with beer with friends, then a combo and then suddenly (seemingly out if nowhere) I was drinking only spirits and daily. Frequently alone as well. It's just patterns and tolerance! But I think about my life getting cut short all the time and that is a big driver for my sobriety. There are a handful of major reasons, but that's one of them.

[@kamikaze_kev]

Hi LD! Loving your videos and hope your having a good day my friend, peace blessings

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Hey there! I am! I'm playing sorry right now with my kids! Something that I would have never done when I drank! I hope you are having a wonderful day too and God bless you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@GraceAn3]

Good inspiration today. Being able to be present for the people in your life is one of the most valuable things about not drinking. I’m glad you brought that out. Also good point about not going into shark infested waters!

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much grace! I really do appreciate it! God bless❤❤❤❤

[@CMoore8539]

Thumbs Up 👍 and shared out.❤

[@terrihorne6057]

Thank you! Awesome video! God bless you and heal you! ❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much! God bless you too!❤❤❤❤

[@Redsnapper123]

21:47 the classic logic of the drinker. Just not going to the doctor because you know what they are going to say. As if the problem will just go away.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Exactly! I thought that way for years! Not a very smart way of thinking. Thank you! God bless ❤❤❤❤

[@cheryldeanley2074]

Hey G,thank you for this video. All these years I didn't think anybody really cared about me or what I was doing because I'm a single white female. My kids are grown but my daughter and I are always close and getting more clothes since I'm sober. But truly being single in my house alone drinking nobody else mattered and I didn't think anyone cared. Now that I'm closer to my daughter and watching my grandson it is very clear to me that I've been missing out on a lot. ❤❤❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Oh wow jersey girl! That is just beautiful!!! You are loved and have so much to live for! Especially the grand baby!!! Thank you for sharing this! It really made me smile! God bless❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@davidlafond8327]

Thanks for the motivation LD, it's always so helpful! Yeah I'm definitely a much more productive person without the alcohol. Not only that, but so much has improved in my life without even me trying, and all I had to do was quit drinking! I believe 100% that alcoholism is a disease, it's preventable/avoidable, but it is a disease nevertheless because it "checks all the boxes". Also, you're right about drinking and smoking going hand in hand. When I used to drink, I always smoked and the more I drank, the more I would smoke lol. So glad to be done with both habits! Smoking is one of the worst things you can do for your health, and apparently it can be a cause of pancreatitis!! 😨Thank you again, and enjoy your Memorial Day weekend! ❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much David! I am so glad that you got rid of both too. Yep... it's the biggest cause of pancreatitis from what I understand. Crazy! Hope you have a great weekend too! God bless😊❤

[@onellmonjarrez3295]

Thank you very for this video. Still struggling but will work on it

[@amandaflaherty7528]

It's a great sign that you're even here watching these videos!! I'm rooting for you. You've got this!! 😁💖

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome! I am so sorry that you are struggling, I hope things get better for you soon my friend. Thank you for being here!❤❤❤❤ God bless😊

[@DougMacDonald-w1f]

absolutely great video! my church

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much for saying that!!!! God bless❤❤❤❤

[@buttercup1765]

George Harrison has a wonderful song with this credo. Just for Today

[@Thagy1973]

Excellent video LD!!

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you my friend!❤❤❤ God bless 😊

[@janepp889]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome Jane! God bless❤❤❤

[@kathrynminnick8986]

I love your analogy about jumping into shark-infested waters with meat strapped to your body. A very good way to describe putting yourself in the crosshairs of temptation. Wishing much strength for the subscriber who is struggling!! You can do it! You can overcome the lure of alcohol!! Prayers and good wishes!!🙏🙂❤

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Prayers and wishes for only the best sent your way tonight from a friend in NY!! If you're struggling, then you're in the right place. I'm rooting for you!!

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much Kathryn!!! It's unfortunate, but true. The temptation is everywhere! Especially on a holiday weekend like this. Thank you! God bless ❤❤❤❤

[@Kristen10-22]

“Take time to waste a moment” Kings of Leon

[@awakenow4048]

I love this video. Thank you.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Awe! Thank you so much! ❤❤❤❤ God bless😊

[@cheryldeanley2074]

Hey G just seen the weather for memorial Day. I never thought I would be so happy to see that it's going to rain all day. Let's party last temptation!

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Exactly!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@greyhoundmama1085]

Yes, the mundane of life can be hard to deal with however this this REAL LIFE. We need to as😢k for help. Period.

[@CMoore8539]

Definitely right.❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!! God bless😊❤

[@JackiePena-h4z]

Chef thanks for the video. Hope you get some rest this weekend! 🙏 Maybe discuss how alcohol affects the family, especially spouses? Thanks 😊

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome and great idea! Will do! Hope to see you today! God bless❤❤❤

[@MonaYY_Rig]

Bless your heart LD you’re such a good man! Spreading awareness and understanding about alcoholism!!! I’m really glad to know you here on YT 💚💚. May God continue to watch over you and your family my friend . I appreciate you! Happy Memorial Day weekend 🎉

[@valerielock2374]

Watching 2:20 pm Florida ❤ Same with smoking ..sooo many triggers .Any excitment makes me want one. Probably any addiction right? ❤❤ Have a good rest of the day .I got a new grandson this week .They named him Kasher ❤

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Welcome to the world, Kasher!! Have a great weekend, Valerie!! ❤

[@valerielock2374]

@@amandaflaherty7528 thank you 😊😊

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Oh wow Valarie!!! Congratulations! Welcome to this world kasher! I am so happy for you!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ God bless😊

[@valerielock2374]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk 💖💖💖

[@tannerclower8409]

Preciate the videos man

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching! God bless

[@ShadesOClarity]

The clarity. Isn't it great when you don't worry about the craziness? That next day sucks the dog as well. I am with you with the hangovers, although I quit having them. It was always replaced with shakiness and hangxiety. Knock it out, LD.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Man! You are not kidding! Thank you so much brother! God bless😊❤

[@Kristen10-22]

LD this is weird…. I told “R” yesterday “Guess one thing nobody can ever take from you?” He asked “What?” I said “Nobody can take our memories” I also told him try not to be in such a hurry to grow up because before you know it time goes by so fast. “Try not to wish anything away because before we know it we want that time back.”

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Crazy that you were just talking about this! You are so right! We have to take advantage of the time now..... it's not going to stop moving. Thank you! God bless❤❤❤

[@cheryldeanley2074]

Less party less temptation.

[@DebraReule]

Thank you LD 👍👏❤🫂🙏

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome!!!! Thank you!!!😊😊😊😊

[@Laura-sj2es]

Excellent video as usual LD! What about duscussing tomorrow émotions management. for me its the first reason why I abuse the substance that give me instant gratification. I would love to hear the strategies that everyone applies

[@Laura-sj2es]

by the way, I completed 3 months sober, I still cant believe it! and its mostly thanks to you. As you say, you cant imagine all you mean to me

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

​@Laura-sj2es we can definitely discuss that topic! I am just so happy for you!! 3 months is amazing! I am so happy for you! Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤ thank you for sharing and for saying that! God bless😊😊😊😊

[@CMoore8539]

That was so cool that you were able to be there for your daughter when she accidentally hit a deer. You’re a Great Father and a Wonderful Husband too. Take good care of you.❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much cindy! If I was still a drinker. I would not have been able to help her, I probably wouldn't have even woken up when she called...... jeez...I do not miss those days. Thank you so much for saying that, I can't thank you enough for your kind words and always being so supportive of this channel and community! God bless ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kkl4815]

GREAT video LD. So true, so true. in early sobriety I would tell myself daily..... listen you are going to feel uncomfortable until the "urge" passes today, if I make it until xx:00 the urge is gone but if I cave, I am 100% for sure going to 1) feel like dog shit in the morning, 2) have the 3am wake up call; and 3) have hangxiety for hours tomorrow. XXOO - KK

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much! I know exactly what you mean here. God bless❤❤❤

[@sethjr9815]

When you are tired does it show on your race, I attend my kids games and do errand a lot and family noticed it before I do, often I go quite pale or flushed and I crash quite hard a few hours afterwards

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Absolutely man! I came home from my son's awards day yesterday and passed out at like 4pm and slept all night. I was exhausted!!!! I know exactly what you are talking about. Thank you! God bless😊❤

[@peaceonearth351]

I realized when I did put my mind to quitting drinking and I look back and wonder why did I think it was so hard. Because it really wasn't. After I quit drinking for a year, I knew I had it beat then. I could go past the beer aisle in a grocery store and not even think about it. Just being grateful for everything is the most important. Love what you have and not worry about what you want.

[@kivoe]

You could talk about the opioid epidemic. I'm struggling with opioids at the moment

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Hey kivoe, I'm sending you tons of prayers and wishing for only the best for you! I hope you have a great night and a wonderful weekend. You've got this!! ❤

[@Mmoose712]

Yes, the opioid epidemic is terrible. I wish someone who has conquered a fentanyl addiction would share how they did it

[@kivoe]

@@amandaflaherty7528 thank you Amanda, this means a lot. Wishing you a great weekend too, it's sunny and warm where i live, i like it but i can't take much sun so i keep in the shadow a lot

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@@kivoe Totally get that! I hope you can grab some shady vitamin D haha Sounds to me like a great excuse for a nice, sweet, freezing cold iced coffee!! And for me a good book (or crime podcast) ❤️

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

For sure! I am really sorry that you are struggling right now with that. Can I ask. How did you get on them? Was it from an injury or surgery? God bless😊❤

[@loualban]

when I heard any amount of alcohol can causes health issues like leaky gut and inflammation I quit

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

That is so awesome to hear! Thank you! God bless❤❤❤

[@Dianeayr]

Do you ever still get cravings? You are an inspiration.

[@RonsMom40-pu1en2gj4p]

Says he does sometimes...previous videos.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I absolutely do. Thank you so very much!!! God bless😊❤

[@Kristen10-22]

Hey you!!! Watching at 1:15pm central

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Hey Kristen!! Busy day yesterday and I slept all afternoon into the night! I really, really needed it! Hope you are having a great morning! God bless❤❤❤

[@Kristen10-22]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk thank goodness so happy to hear You looked so tired Have a good am

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

@@Kristen10-22 thank you Kristen! I was really tired.... feeling great this morning! Hope you are too!

[@Kristen10-22]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk dew point 81 Feels like temp 111 Oh not in a good mood I’ll b fine … is it 8pm yet? lol 😝 had a great morning

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

@Kristen10-22 I'm sorry Kristen. Sorry it's so hot and that you aren't in a good mood. I hope that you get to feeling better. Unfortunately...we still have some time left before 8, it will be here soon enough though. I really hope that your days improves! God bless

[@RonsMom40-pu1en2gj4p]

LD probably needs a break but hopefully thats not what he meant. He can't. Lol! Enjoy the long weekend.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I was so tired yesterday..... I came home from my kids school yesterday and was in the bed by 4 and slept all night! I feel so much better today! Thank you! God bless❤❤❤❤

[@FoodieBeautyStan]

Hopefully you aren’t leaving 😮

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

No.... absolutely not!!! Thank you for your concern! I really do appreciate it! Thank you so much for watching! God bless❤️❤️❤️

[@fknid]

Thanks. Today I will not drink.

[@amandaflaherty7528]

You've got this fknid!! Wishing you all the best!! Have a wonderful night!! ❤❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome and that is so awesome to hear!!!! Thank you! ❤❤❤❤

[@olives2426]

maybe I’ve missed it. I’m just now finding you this morning, but can you please take us through a typical sober day for you? Please really love your inspirational message.

[@Micru866]

Hey LD and fellow community did I miss the live? I looked for it and couldn’t find it.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I tried to do one and my internet wouldn't cooperate..... I'm sorry. I kept trying for about 20 minutes and finally it kicked me off. I am going to do another one this week. I did a video for today, it's uploading now using my phone internet. Sorry micru866! God bless 😊

[@Micru866]

@@liverdisease-qb6rkhey friend no worries at all. I was getting some shopping done and didn’t have wifi but tried to connect and just couldn’t find it. I thought I was confusing the days I’m like wait LD said tomorrow which is today hahaha. No worries at all hope you’re having a beautiful Saturday.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

@Micru866 you too my friend!!!! Storms again.... sigh..... oh well. God bless😊

[@Micru866]

@@liverdisease-qb6rkhey at least you have some cooler weather we have 98 degrees out here in FL. please send the rain. 🌧️ lol

[@isaacthompson2343]

Its too late for me i already lost everything

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I am so sorry my friend..... but you are still here. You still have life! You never know what is in store for you my friend! I thought my life was over.... I swear to you. I thought I was going to die in a matter of months. I had no idea what was laying in front of me. I had ascites so bad, my stomach was so big, I had gallons of fluid in there. I understand how you feel.... I really do. Keep your head up my friend.... what do you have to lose if you keep your hope? Nothing. As you say you have lost everything, you have nothing left to lose. I promise you, you will look back on this day one day and say..... I'm so glad I hung in there. Let me know if there is anything I can do. I'm here. God bless❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Micru866]

Im sorry you’re struggling but you don’t know what good could be right around the corner. Hope is so important. We are all here to support you.

[@cheryldeanley2074]

Wow all that reply came out really messed up. I usually don't talk in the speaker I type. After I read it I was cracking up. Hope you can understand what I'm saying.

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Hahaha that's like me when I use swype text... now I just take my time 🤣

[@Kristen10-22]

They don’t call it a family disease for nothing. Just “I’m gonna stop for this second”

[@robertwilliam9558]

I just saw a video that said you have to drink 10 beers a day for 10 years to get cirrhosis. Not sure if true.

[@chickensdontsurf]

It wouldn't take 10 years at that rate

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Yeah.... It really depends on the person and there genetics and environment I would imagine. Thank you! God bless😊

[@blde_grypr]

Dude, I appreciate what you're saying but you need address post accute withdrawal. Enjoying the present moment is hard to do when every present moment sucks. Post accute withdrawal will keep you screwed up and depressed for years and I know you know that. You talk about making good memories. I actually liked blacking out because I already did not want to remember anything. That is how much I hated my own experience. It makes it seem like nothing will get better even after choosing moment after moment. And saving money? Haha. Thats a myth. I spend sooo much more on health food than I ever did on my cheap booze. Every time I quit drinking my food bill rises over what I paid for alcohol. But yes. Fxck alcohol. And I totally relate to your words about checking for jaundice. It is hell. I used to check every day before work. I quit drinking for years and I was disappointed with my results. I still am. Life sucks but it is what it is. The only thing I have to do in this world is to die.

[@CraigFox-lt6lt]

Yeah man,this whole system sx, but life is a gift...many of the most faithful people that ever lived,even prayed to die! They endured tho, like Job, Jacob (who thought is favorite son was killed by an animal), and lived into old age and saw wonderful things through their children!! Don't despair friend!!

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Im so sorry for what you're experiencing. I know that there's truth to what you're saying. I know i cant fix your experience. I know that when I was dealing with depression, I had to actively get myself out to do things and see people even though I didn't want to. Sometimes it didn't even feel good to do. But when I kept on doing it, the good feelings that can come from it did come. Sometimes I'd just go out to the supermarket to feel productive and to grab some easy social interaction. Just like quitting drinking, healing is baby steps. I hope you continue to come here. We all talk to each other, encourage each other. It won't fix things, but maybe it could help you to feel that at least that people care. And we do! I hope you have a great night ❤

[@Mmoose712]

❤❤ prayers ❤❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I'm really sorry that you are going through this right now. Is there anything I can do to help? I can do a video on paws. I do know what you are talking about. Unfortunately, some of us get paws and suffer from it for a long time. And sounds like you are one of them. I really hope that things Iprove for you soon my friend. God bless❤

[@DougMacDonald-w1f]

I don't understand why you don't get more likes..1.4 K views and 150 likes...maybe ask people to subscribe and like? like ALL the other channels do.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you for saying that! I have done that in the past and didn't get great feedback from it. Maybe I will start doing it again. Thank you so much! God bless ❤❤❤

[@olives2426]

so literally, I am just sitting here, drowning myself in poison day after day.

[@Schaferhund1]

With all respect and love, you come across to me as intoxicated in this video. Maybe it's just mental health meds or maybe I'm an idiot. I personally have a drinking addiction. I'm just curious if you drank at all before the video. Thank you.

[@christinehirabayashi9598]

Are you allowed to exercise?

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I can walk. I can't lift weights or anything like that. Thank you! God bless 😊