Living Sober Gets Easier Everyday! | The Truth About Sobriety

[@lasvegasauditor4508]

Good talk Tim... I always say " I never met anyone who regretted not drinking alcohol anymore "

[@TimothyWard]

That's a great quote!

[@enigmathegrayman2953]

2/9/16 not a drink 🥃 since! Date is very important to me......let’s me know I accomplish something for once in my life.

[@The_Walrus_Was_Paul_1984]

One year sober on the 8th of March.👊🏻💪🏻

[@enigmathegrayman2953]

@@The_Walrus_Was_Paul_1984 Great job!

[@samuelvetromile5382]

The 30 day sobriety solution by jack canfield has really helped me

[@dianestuckenberg9944]

You missed the point. You'll forget to drink and just be alive today enjoy the beauty.

[@megarichhh]

Started a few days ago had a terrible blackout, Hangover & the shakes. I’m so so done. Been battling for about 5 years now I turn 28 next week & it’s just not for me. Period. Thank you for your encouragement ❤️ Love from Florida

[@BBW590]

I can relate. How are you doing now?

[@kalirally]

Hope for you this is going well!! Wishing you good things!

[@JenniferLKersten]

Good luck! I'm on #1 day

[@gagebarchard4940]

I was just having an enxiety attack from not drinking from a trigger and this video helped slow my heart rate down

[@daviddavian7562]

I know that feeling because I’ve been struggling with severe anxiety for more then 15 years and that why I started drinking but then go worse and the hungover s were nightmare and I could not function

[@JOHNPJORDAN50]

I agree. Was using alcohol for the wrong reasons. I found that at first it helped anxiety and mood but it eventually made things worse. It’s not a great idea to drink to stuff your emotions because they come back worse.

[@jurijsk8997]

I will try to remember that, when I will have my next trigger. Every first trigger is like 99.9% chance to hit my brain. I hate my life.

[@audunseverin]

Really appreciate you keep touching this subject! Sober now for 23 days 💪 still feels good even though it's difficult at times. For people that are thinking about quitting, you won't regret it! I went to a party today sober and had tons of fun. Now that I'm home I feel great and have energy and all the memories of the night 🥳

[@TimothyWard]

Auden! Thank you so much for the PP donation! I really appreciate it!

[@audunseverin]

@@TimothyWard It's the least I could do, Tim! Glad to help you spread the love of life :)

[@Nerds4President]

4 years later and your still making a difference Tim!! Just know that ur the man and that your honesty in these sobriety videos is very very much appreciated!

[@matthewzielinski6937]

I agree with what you said about how people think "once an alcoholic always one." I've seen people form their entire identity on how many days, years, in a row they did not drink. I've never been one to find it right to count the days...Yet those same people, once they break that streak for one day, I've seen it destroy them. Now they think somewhere along the lines of "well, Im back at step one," but I personally don't see it that way. If you've gone 5,000 days and happened to screw up one of those, you are not back at square one. I don't know why people think about it in this way.

[@TimothyWard]

I couldn't agree with you more Mathew. I wish more people viewed each sober day as a win and didn't focus on how many days they have gone without a drink. That outlook is a recipe for feeling of guilt and self doubt when the inevitable relapse takes place.

[@delonoliver8920]

I agree. How can u be starting for scratch when u have gained so much experience in those 5000 days sober...lol...have to change da way I look at it. I do believe tho that some ppl cannot drink at all I'm 1 of them... best of wishes to u all. Nice work Tim.

[@MsSheilaC]

Two things I learned help me frame this. I would see it as “5000 days sober…. minus one”. Lets you keep the accomplishment while acknowledging the slip, but not beating yourself up because there’s no productivity in that. And there’s this quote; “Keep quitting, until you quit for good”.

[@chrisparkcomedy]

Ya know as someone who just decided to quit, I've been looking around for videos etc on living sober, and this was by far my favorite so far cuz you're just being real dude, thanks I needed this.

[@R-V1]

Man thanks for this vid im glad i found it! U got a great perspective. Relapsed twice since January but 3 months sober today & proud

[@thecreativemastermin]

Man. this dude is giving me all sorts of inspiration!

[@maxinahunt8652]

Great video!! I hate the “alcoholic” label. So unfair. People who want to quit should not be seen as the abnormal ones…..

[@LONEWOLF..314-S-T-L]

6 YEARS SOBER NOW MYSELF AND SALUTE 👍🏾💯 .. GREAT TALKING POINTS SIR .. 💯👍🏾

[@ixishadesixi5101]

Just found your channel, thanks I needed to hear this. Going on day 3 and when I got off work the urge was almost unbearable. Yet I white knuckled it on my way home passing by 3 liquor stores. I decided to take a nap to fight the urge and feel so good that I didn’t fail. Just gonna take it one day at a time. Glad to know it gets easier.

[@TimothyWard]

Good luck on your sobriety journey! That's awesome that you made it through the night without relapsing. It's hard but it can be done. And yes it does get easier!!!

[@TonyRome402]

Excellent video, 7 years alcohol free and no reason to look back. The process is just as you describe. Thank you for sharing the message.

[@azrock235]

You are correct, it gets easier. I started drinking as a teenager and did not stop until I was 46. I didn’t start to smoke cigarettes until I was 28 and also stopped at 46. I would say the first month was easy then it was harder and then with every day it got easier. I also prayed a lot and it took about a year before I just picked a date and stopped. Now I might have a drink once or twice a year. I cannot have even one cigarette or I know I will be hooked again. I don’t know why but even if I talk about a cigarette my mouth waters😂weird. You learned a lot younger than me. Way to go!!! Stay well and be Blessed!

[@MsSheilaC]

“…Equals a whole smidge” 😂 Thank you for this video. I am two weeks in and this is my logic process as well. It was a daily habit that wasn’t serving me anymore. And the minute I consciously realized that, I stopped and I haven’t had cravings. And I too relate to wanting to get back to more like my childlike thinking because there’s freedom in that.

[@justtanja7327]

Skin looking good brother.

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks Tanja!!! 😀

[@SimplyNaturalBlack]

Hello Timothy and everyone else in the Chat ✌🏿💓. This was a great video I believe yes it will go away

[@Esmerelda333]

I'm so grateful for you and this channel. Thank you.

[@jonjones4439]

I decided to take a drink after every time this guy said ‘drink’, I’m feeling it! 🍺 🍻 not alcohol, it’s water now sit down!

[@mikechalk1562]

All I want to do is say thank you for what you do.

[@djspacey2509]

Im struggling. Been drinking for years . Stopped now. But the days feel boring and i have cravings to drink all the time 😢 I want to stop forever 😊 I have my music producing and play the Playstation VR and play with my little daughter and me and my misses and kid always go out and hav fun but the urge to drink is always therr. It is really hard 😮 thanks for this video. Subscribed x

[@bellce0]

Just started watching your KZbins today and I'm really excited to keep watching and keep learning. Thanks for making a difference for others.

[@TimothyWard]

Welcome Charles!

[@danashaw8463]

Its time for me to let it go. I once did it for four months. I looked and felt awesome. Honesty, Im just fed up with it. I have a natural creative high I love. I don't need alcohol at all. It was worth it then I'm sure its worth it permanently. I good to hear your views on it. Thank you

[@chrismeredith3626]

I'm so glad to hear another speak of childhood "fun" (having good times b4 drink)--- AND--- emphasize that yes, it TRULY DOES GET EASIER!-- Been sober at least a few years now, and imo-- those "ideas" aren't stated enough! Great luck to all of you! 👍

[@TimothyWard]

I agree Chris, for some reason the popular narrative seems to be that you will have to struggle for the rest of your life if you get sober. Why is no one saying that it gets easier over time?

[@daviddashti9227]

Thanks man, I needed this.

[@AV4Life]

When I’m by myself the thought of intoxication is very rare. But when I’m around other people, especially when they have marijuana, alcohol, or nicotine, the urge just gets so intense… And I’m a teenager. I think I’ve become accustomed to friends = intoxication. Which probably isn’t good.

[@jannorris4140]

No social life = No peer pressure.

[@chrisbaird2417]

This was an encouraging word for me today the day I am quitting Keaton addition of many years. Thank you brother for your encouragement

[@coettahannah8110]

Pray about any problem including drinking. Lots of people have it down or quit. You can unlearn drinking I agree also. I've never drank alcohol..but many people quit smoking cigarettes they quit after years...its not easy but work on it. Good video Tim!

[@DannyAH99]

Started to watch these videos to start my sobriety since I did not handle alcohol well at all! This has really helped me out a lot. Thank you!!

[@laralee8413]

So true! We change... we grow ❤️👏👏

[@damontaylor42]

Been sober for a couple months now but its still hard to fight the urge.

[@GroupConglomerate]

Hope your doing well brother.

[@summer_poems]

I completely agree with you about those negative sayings that deter people from even starting the sobriety journey. If people assume it will always be difficult then of course it seems easier to numb your emotions with alcohol as much as you need to. I love the way you talked about giving your brain "new data" and new options to get away from the ritual of drinking/coping. I firmly believe in letting your brain soak in all the info and not rushing your own growth process ...because with a little patience and self-acceptance, eventually it all kind of clicks, and staying committed makes you feel *joyful* instead of overwhelmed. Really great video with lots of excellent truths!!

[@danielacosta2155]

Amen Brotha🙏 "Be Sober Stay Vigilant"

[@sajeelraza4682]

Thanx for this wonderful video. I absolutely love it. It gave me so much encouragement to continue on the path of quit opiates

[@yorkshiremgtow1773]

Hope you make it, Sajeel.

[@joshuacharlton8475]

I've seen many of these types of videos and this is a very good one -- so true it just gets easier and easier and better and better. Alcohol is poison to me and I feel like my old self again

[@jtooley6554]

I've watched this 3 or 4 times, need to hear this stuff. It's helpful

[@djspacey2509]

I needed to hear this today bro. Thank you x 😎👌

[@MargaritacPena]

I've been battling with alcohol. I know that if you can do. I can too stop. I hate the person I become when I drink. Please keep me in your prayers. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@TimothyWard]

You definitely Can Do It! I will keep you in my prayers. Never give up, the battle can be won.

[@douglaswilliams6834]

You Sir, are 100% correct. Learned behavior = unconscious mind.

[@bipedalprimate1927]

Drinking is a solution to my problem. The real problem is lack of power. Only a power greater than ourselves can save us. AA and the 12 steps, God and meditation. Also, avoiding people, places, and things. Good Luck!

[@anzolomyer4584]

A ridiculously great video. Thank you.

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks!

[@cpkay33]

time is your friend to move on from the relationship of the addiction and build up strength to handle the cravings, but it's really not easy everyday.

[@bipedalprimate1927]

Had to hear this again. One day at a time baby.

[@SpectreSpook]

I just broke at 72ish hours after 18 months. I want to be done. Thank you for your stories.

[@GroupConglomerate]

I'm on day 3. Thank you for this video.

[@HomemakerDaze]

I was never a happy child, I've always had depression. So by some miracle im hoping to find happiness for the first time in life naturally at age 32 and stay off meth and alchohol. Day 71. High anxiety Nd depression still but still pushing through..

[@elijahdunmore7526]

I like that I had a problem with drinking stay strong you will make it ☺️

[@stanchambers2509]

Thanks Tim,Your videos are always helpful & inspiring 👍

[@becks_bird]

Just found your channel! Thanks for the inspiration. Can’t wait for it to get easier.

[@ichooselife2028]

Great advice....which can actually be used for a lot of other addictions.

[@heatheringram2976]

My biggest trigger is cooking dinner. I’m a stay at home mom with a family to cook for every night. Come 5 o’clock I get really anxious knowing that I’m either going to have wine and be mad at myself. Or I’m going to try not to and then be really irritable. Then sitting on the couch until bedtime watching tv is torture too. I want to relax and enjoy my evenings like a normal person and enjoy cooking again. I cook dinner in the morning often to avoid the trigger, but that’s not sustainable. Thanks for your videos.

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you for sharing your story here Ms. Dude. I totally see your dilemma and where you are coming from. You just want to have an enjoyable evening but in order to do that you must drink. But you also want to quit. This is one of those cycles that drinking puts us into. The good news is that the cycle is breakable, the not so good news is that breaking it means going through quite a few of those irritable nights of torture. But all those nights will be worth it when you can finally cook dinner and enjoy your evenings without the urge to drink!

[@heatheringram2976]

@@TimothyWard You mentioned in a video that it gets better in two months. I’ll just keep telling myself that at 6pm when I’m ready to snap. Thanks Timothy

[@bumblebee444xyz4]

Oh do I know that one ! Did it for Years ! And I mean Years! Wine time ! I now drink diet grape juice in a wine glass , and don’t feel guilty with my numerous refills 😜 a lot easier on the wallet Too . 4 months sober and never thought I could do it .

[@j.dinkins4709]

I can relate to this. The sitting on the couch until bedtime is the absolute hardest. Sometimes I take walks or go to the mall. The latter is a lot of temptation to drink tho. Good luck.

[@caprilover6391]

Great video! Thank you!

[@llamedosgough8883]

You're a good man... 👍

[@cjsmitty2019]

Thank you for this video

[@javi7602]

I enjoy your videos when you talk about drinking. Your perception i think is a mature and one with depth. I have never been a big drinker and rarely drink. I'm a bit of a health nut and never had an urge to drink. Videos like this give me a fresh perspective on it and highlight some of the blind spots Im not aware of. Some of my friends are really big drinkers and I've never quite understood it tbh. Thanks for the vid Tim. I'm really enjoying your channel.

[@SAMEntalhealth]

So positive and realistic

[@stanchambers2509]

Wow 😯 Timothy you nailed it.Thanks for the video.Very motivational.

[@TimothyWard]

No problem Stan!

[@5339kimhall]

30 years sober in May

[@gsmills100]

Every time I drink I have an allergic reaction and breakout in handcuffs.

[@TatumDay-vl6zj]

Me too 😆

[@dianestuckenberg9944]

Thank you I needed that start.

[@sherrondanance3049]

Super video! I applauded for $2.00 👏

[@jaysins]

thank you for sharing

[@TimothyWard]

No problem 👍

[@garylockhart526]

Don't let your past become your future.

[@cyber_alias9633]

Thanks for the help Timothy.

[@Fluffyfarmgirl]

Thank you friend I needed this

[@bobbihoffman8452]

Thank you!! I needed this!

[@DennitClaudmen]

This man is the truth

[@sharronfrink6614]

Mili-smidge! Love it!👍

[@Esmerelda333]

9:58 made me smile, fewf. I'm so ready for this road.

[@Topgun19688]

Good stuff Tim. Keep it coming. Your videos are hitting home to folks.

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you Tomcat. Comments like yours mean alot because I really want to use my story to help others if I can!

[@Sammyftheeproducer]

I appreciate this brother

[@btceatsfiat6641]

Right on, great message! Agree 100%

[@MrDrwatson01]

A fresh perspective, I like it

[@prathmeshjoshi1308]

Amazing explanation 👏

[@daviddavian7562]

I agree with you. That’s why I left aa. I’m sure it works for other people.

[@jackedkerouac4414]

Same here. I went to 3 meetings but it's not my style

[@NoCantFant]

MY BOYYYYYY LOVE IT MAYNE!!! 💯

[@TimothyWard]

I see you homie!

[@callumpratt]

Tim I love you, you are my hero 🤩😎👏

[@callumpratt]

I don’t have a problem with alcohol but am free of weed for 3.5 years and want to stop cigarettes and want to try being sober of all 3 and enjoy life for what it is! Enjoy seeing the beautiful scenery in some of your walk n talks and like your humour and energy 😀

[@dubzs5428]

Thank you for your words

[@xxzz1119]

Hey man thanks for the advice , my girlfriend of one year that i love dearly dumped me 10 days ago. It's been so damn hard not wanting to go to the bottle and make my pain go away. I'm now 10 days sober and want to give it up for good and move on in my life and be happy. The pain im feeling is so depressing it hurts so much , I know if i have that drink its right back to square one. Your thoughts make a lot of sense to me

[@TimothyWard]

Hang in there! If you can stay sober during this very hard time then you will know that nothing will ever make you drink again. This is a test. A very, very painful test, but you can resist the urge to make things worse by drinking.

[@xxzz1119]

@@TimothyWard Cheers man , it definately is one of the hardests test's i've gone through in life , i'm turning 27 this year and god damn is it hard! thanks for the motivation

[@hendrxfn]

Makes so much sense man...Thanks!

[@ThaliaHayden]

Great message! Thank you.

[@SimonMartinForPrimeMinister]

Great inspirational video God Bless

[@hollies.chambers3960]

Thank you for this video ♥️

[@tonyperez5630]

Thank you so much Tim I really appreciate your advice

[@TimothyWard]

No problem Tony!

[@SAMEntalhealth]

Be my spiritual guru. You are an amazing, uplifting man. I have more words but less time lol

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks! I really appreciate the kind words!

[@SAMEntalhealth]

@@TimothyWard i really need your guidance, one conversation with you. I am about to give up, i look up to you. I really just need some motivation from you during my situation. Because my Brain just feels completely gone, but i want to quit after this opiate relapse. I've gone through this before successfully, but after something with the ex happened, i relapsed..... now i have to detox again, but this fear is beating me to death. My plan is to tell my pizzeria boss i have covid and need a week off. To detox

[@loveonly259]

Thank you for the upload new subbie 🧏🏽‍♀️

[@TimothyWard]

Welcome to the channel/journey!

[@mgtowanonymous3120]

Thanks for the words my man 8)

[@TimothyWard]

Love your username!

[@mgtowanonymous3120]

@@TimothyWard haha thanks.yea sometimes u gotta deal with shit b4 u can deal with women lol esPECIALLy in today's wacko age as we move toward the shit world order 👁👁

[@markyd540]

Thank you Tim

[@jakeschuetzle7848]

I used to drink every weekend. Now I drink about once a month, sometimes once every 3. Completely learned behavior. Where you at Tim? Traveling? I'm moving to Bozeman next week!

[@TimothyWard]

I'm still in Bozeman!

[@anthonycoman4828]

You are very inspiring to me and great thanks

[@johnb.1744]

Great advice.

[@adh1980s]

In the process of quitting 🙏

[@MargaritacPena]

Thanks for sharing this...

[@klikklak6099]

What about the “I can’t drink” thought when you go some where or have fun with fun and it’s the “ I can’t drink” I hate the the thought of a that limitation. I think that’s what does it for me.

[@TimothyWard]

I like to tell myself that I can drink if I want to, but I just choose not to. Seems like the same thing, but realizing that it's a choice and not a limitation made a big difference in my sobriety.

[@drestrick3899]

Awsome video man!

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks!

[@ringomayhem]

Day 49 is being particularly rough.

[@javiermejia5987]

Very well said!

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you Javier!

[@paulfitness5157]

Where you get that hoodie Tim ,I want one