living with liver disease, what methods I used to quit drinking

[@colinnz]

I hate going to the supermarket and seeing the beer i used to drink. So much temptation

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I know!😊❤

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Totally get that, Colin! It can be so hard... it's everywhere. I'm glad you're pushing forward, and I'm sending you support and the best of wishes. Hope you have a great week! 😁

[@davidlafond8327]

You're right, we don't know what the future holds and we can't promise ourselves or anyone else that we'll never drink again. It really is one day at a time, one hour, one minute, or even one second at a time when you first quit drinking. So it can be helpful in the beginning of your sobriety journey to break up time into smaller increments, instead of thinking "no more alcohol for the rest of my life". That strategy has helped me quite a bit, and still does to this day. I'm right around 2 years sober like you!

[@CMoore8539]

Congratulations on your Two Years AF!💞👍

[@davidlafond8327]

@@CMoore8539 Thanks!!

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

That is so awesome!!! Congratulations!!! You are so right!!! Thinking forever will drive you insane!!! I still use it to this day as well!!! Thank you for watching! God bless😊😊😊😊❤

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Congratulations on 2 years, David!! You should be so proud! ❤️🎊🎉 I really agree with what you said here. I'm praying for a lifetime more of seconds, minutes, hours, days, and years to come for all of us with our sobriety and newfound appreciation for life.

[@stepha3003]

This video is one of my favorites - you are saving lives every day, friend! Love to you and your family!! Oh btw, the sparkling drink thing helped me during sober October in '23, so I got to do that again!

[@ImkeSinner-wv2md]

Kombucha helped me felt like I was sipping on wine

[@stepha3003]

@@ImkeSinner-wv2md nice, good tip, thank you for sharing! Good fizz in those for sure 🙂

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!! I really do hope so!!! Love you too!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤ God bless😊😊😊

[@MonaYY_Rig]

Hi LD. GREAT touching video. You have come a long way. And I am proud of you. Stay strong. I know it’s not easy talking about your past. You are an incredible person with so much love and support to give 💚💚💚 god bless you brother. Much love and hugs.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much mona!!!! I really do appreciate you saying that!!! I am still blown away that I am almost at 2 years!!!! I would have never in a million years would have thought this would be possible!!!! Thank you again! God bless😊😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@Micru866]

Hi MonaYY just stopping by to say hi. Hope it’s not too hot for you and you’re able to enjoy the day. I think you’re in NY? FL girl here and we’re back up to high 80s and will be up to 90s by the weekend. Summer is here lol!!!

[@MonaYY_Rig]

@@Micru866hi. Ty for thinking of me. I am in west Texas and it’s getting hot. 86 today. I’m off work today. Running errands for my mom . Keeping busy! Hugs. Hope your day is awesome ❤

[@LydiaVacs]

I am so grateful you are still here. I know things are still difficult and your health gives you fits but every day we can tell our babies we love them is a good day. God bless you ❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much for saying that!!!! I can't thank you enough!!!! You are so kind and I am so happy that you are here!!!! God bless😊😊❤❤

[@disorderlydeplorable2327]

This is very similar to what happened to me and what I went through and been going through he's had some worse health issues then me, But I knew I was sick for awhile and I already knew from news I've gotten in past years ago that what I was going to hear wasn't going to be good at all I'd already been sick with pancratitis and liver issues years ago but I ended up quitting for about year and half and I thought I could handle one beer at a festival and next thing you know I was back up to a half gallon (handle) of vodka and most of time 6-8 24oz 8% hard lemonades a day. Every morning I'd wake up dry heaving and sometimes coffee ground looking stuff which was blood. And nomatter how sick I felt the shakes would be so bad I'd be shaking so bad as I would pour about first 6 shots into glass and worry I'd chip my teeth from hand shaking as I'd put glass to my mouth to get that first warm feeling that everything was going to be ok. Then I'd try my best trying not to throw it up as body rejected it.Then it was off to races but I knew my organs wasn't right. Constant pain physically and mentally. And when I finally started going to Dr the news was overwhelming. Hard to explain when you're told how serious health is and that if I didn't stop it wasn't years I was being told this time it was weeks to months. And first thing I thought was do I just say f%ck it and drown myself in alcohol to death or actually decide to love myself and live. People don't realize most alcoholics are self medicating other issues or traumas. Nobody wants to be a drunk or and addict. And for me I had to make some of the hardest decisions I've ever had to make nomatter what some may say. I know myself and sitting alone during day alone and in my head wasn't healthy I didn't feel like getting off couch everything took so much energy It took everything I had to get motivation to take a shower. I was scared miserable with what I'd become again and it's true doing same thing over and over expecting different results is insanity. So I never wanted to take the steps I took to find myself again and love myself again even though I knew it would be painful for me and others mentally. But sometimes the only thing you can do for yourself and one's you care about is step away from everything and change your whole surroundings to become mindful again and find yourself and love yourself again and decide you want to live for the ones you love. But if you're stuck in the same groundhog day nothing will ever change and you will be caught in that whole vicious cycle of depression defeat repeat that us alcoholics recovering or not know all to well. And if the people you have to temporarily step away from truly love you they will maybe understand or at least try to and if they can't. Then that's on them because you can't love others if you don't love yourself first which sounds selfish and might not make sense at time but its..true. would these people rather see you get better even though you might be apart for awhile and someday hopefully see you healthy and live a long life or watch you slowly drown mentally and physically? Life's not easy and I don't know all the answers but human nature is to survive and if those who say they love you and really do they will like I said at least try to understand. Alot of people don't know the true meaning of "empathy" empathy isn't feeling sorry for someone and trust me I don't want nobody feeling sorry for me..I've made my own mistakes and choices good and bad like every other human but the true meaning of "empathy" is putting yourself in someone else's shoes which, I wish some could try but everyone's feet and lives are different and it's not just a one size fits all thing..everyone's journey and reasons are different so all we can do is live in our moment and hope we are staying mindful and hopefully making the right decisions for ourselves and those who care about us. Love is understanding love is forgiveness even though it might not make sense at time but love is also forever..❤️(you know who you are now let me love myself again)❤️🙏

[@CMoore8539]

Beautifully Written!💞👍 I agree with you.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

This is so well written!!! Thank you so much for sharing your story and your thoughts on this! I couldn't agree with you more! We have all made mistakes in life and when we finally realize how much of a mistake the drinking in the morning is, even after our bodies are trying so hard to reject it, we can finally get to a place where we know how much of a negative impact it's having on our physical and mental health. It's sad that it took me almost dying to finally wake up and smell the coffee! Thank you so much! God bless😊❤

[@CMoore8539]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk It’s like that for many of us LD. By the way my name is Cindy and I’m doing everything I can to help get your message out there. Hopefully it will help bring more people here. Have a Beautiful Day! It’s drizzling where I am.😊💞

[@amandaflaherty7528]

This is a powerful story. Thank you for sharing it!! It's so good that you're here. We're like a family here, and I just want you to know that I applaud you and am wishing you the absolute best!! I'll be praying for you and sending you tons of warm thoughts ❤

[@samponder1861]

I hope I can live and celebrate 2 years like you. Me, I drank til I couldn't drink anymore. I haven't touched a drop since December the 7th of last year. Hindsight is 20/20. I wish I had quit sooner. Thanks again for you being you and sharing your experiences.

[@Micru866]

@samponder1861 congratulations on your sobriety. It’s definitely something to be proud of.

[@ImkeSinner-wv2md]

What did you drink and for how long ? What made you stop?

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You can!!! I know you can do it!!! I am praying for you my friend! You are doing great!!!! Nothing since December!!!! That is so awesome!!!! It's not easy and you have done something so important! Hindsight is 20/20, but you are here now and that's all that matters!!!! Thank you! God bless😊😊❤❤

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Hey Samp!! Congratulations on 4 months of sobriety!! You should be so proud of yourself!! 🎉🎊🎉I'm sorry if your health isn't what you want it to be, but I hope you can focus on the moment and the wonderful things you're doing and experiencing now!! I'll be praying for you and thinking about you! Just know that you have friends here who are wishing you the best ❤️🙏

[@dash1bravo24]

Same day and year for me too.

[@SkysMomma]

So many great points and things to try. Very informative - I didn't know some of the nutrition info. Thank you for sharing.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much stacy!!!! I really appreciate it!!! God bless😊😊❤❤

[@cheryldeanley2074]

Hey G. I really needed to hear this tonight. I'm doing good. Still sober but it's been really hard today. I'm writing this at 10:50 thank God all the liquor stores are closed. Listening to your video about being here and being alive. I think I've been there a lot of times I still think I'm between I don't care if I die a drunk or I want to live sober. I'm just 3 months in sober. Just laying here in my bed writing that the alcohol can determine my future. I know that's not true but that's what the demon says 😮 thank you G. I feel like I'm falling off the wagon but thank God everything is closed. Im scared 😢

[@Micru866]

@cheryldeanley2074 hang in there. You can do this. Having any time under your belt without alcohol is worth celebrating. I started back up only 3 days in and today was tough. But made it through, tomorrow is a new day. Stay the course, it’s definitely better without it. Take care jersey girl.

[@CMoore8539]

Cheryl we all love you. Hang in there and reach out if you need someone to talk to.💞👍

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Hey jersey girl! I'm so sorry that you were struggling so bad last night. Trust me.... I know how you feel. I still think about it. You made it through yesterday, and you can make it through today! I really believe that not trying to think of the big picture and breaking it down into day parts or hours really helps. If you start thinking forever, you mind is going to freak out. I like to think of it like this.... I could have a drink tomorrow if I really want to, but today I'm just not going to and I'll see how I feel tomorrow. I know that easier said than done. But.... it's really helped me. I am praying for you! Let me know if there is anything I can do to help. I am here for you always! Hope your day is starting off well! God bless😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Hey Cheryl!! I feel so sorry bc I'm just seeing this. I'm so sorry that you're having such a hard time. I'm sending you the biggest hugs!! Idk what your day looked like today, but even if it was a tough one, I hope you see these comments and know that you are so loved and you have a bunch of friends here rooting for you. I'll be praying for you and sending you strength ❤❤❤

[@kennithminnich]

Congratulations on your two years of sobriety.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much! Congratulations on yours too!!!! You have quite some time under your belt!!! God bless😊😊😊

[@kennithminnich]

​, we all have only today.

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@@kennithminnich amen ❤️🙏

[@Deuce_Dufresne]

Very awesome

[@margaretwebb389]

Thank you for posting often!!! I need to hear this on a regular basis

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome!!! Thank you for watching!!! If it wasn't for you all watching. I would be doing this in vain! I can't thank you enough! God bless😊😊❤❤

[@margaretwebb389]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk May God bless you as you have blessed us!

[@Micru866]

Wow LD just wow!! You have no idea how badly I needed to hear this today. I’ve mentioned that for me I’ve been able to function and don’t drink every day but the word “excess” is hard to determine some times as it’s subjective if we disregard the cdc. Maybe it’s the alcohol trying to fool me to continue to drink. I’ve realized that if drinking pops in your head then you may have a problem. Stopping now can help prevent irreversible damage. Oh LD you’re a gem 💎 thank you for all the work you’re doing. You made it your mission and I’m so grateful you did. First, because you finally started loving yourself and wanting to be here for yourself and family. Second, for all the people you’re saving here. What a legacy!!! Today was tough, but I’m sober and tomorrow the sun will be out. Live in the moment, don’t worry about never drinking again. That sealed the deal. Home run LD. Have a great evening. ❤❤❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!!!! I know it's tough! I still deal with it everyday! I am so happy to hear that you made it another day! The sun came up this morning and we are here another day on this planet and that is such a blessing! I have to remind myself daily of how sick I was at one point and all I wanted to do was get up out of the bed and I am still up!!!! I am so blessed and we all are!! Sending you love!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤ hope your day today is wonderful!!!! Thank you for everything! God bless😊😊😊

[@amandaflaherty7528]

I love this, mic!! I hope you had an amazing day ❤️❤️❤️

[@RonsMom40-pu1en2gj4p]

My 40 y/o son Ron was one of the 90% that continued drinking, blowing off Dr. appointments. Now he in an urn. November 27th 2023 my world went upside down. Ron and I bonded over Rum and coke and Steeler games. I stopped on my own when he got sick. RON DIDNT but cant watch my beloved Steelers anymore...bcoz its a trigger.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I am so. So sorry. I pray for you everyday. I can't even imagine what you are going through. Thank you for always being here and supporting this channel!!! You are helping more people than you know with your story. God bless😊

[@susanbohman3620]

So sorry about your lose. I'm afraid I taught my son how to drink.😢

[@Ladygaga4047]

The thing is... if you knew you only had one day left together the both of you wouldn't drink... just to finally win and enjoy your time in peace...

[@GraceAn3]

Although this is aimed at people with AUD, I think a lot of people who struggle mentally, even with things like depression or overthinking, etc., could benefit from watching this.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Wow! Thank you so much for saying that!!! I hope that it can! God bless

[@Redsnapper123]

Great advice. I think keeping busy is advice that works for all of us. They used to say in the old days there is a strength in struggle. We don’t have to struggle anymore thanks to modern amenities and tech. However- you can replace that struggle with keeping busy. Mind and body.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much! I really think that it's one of the most important things I have done. The days go by so fast now... like for real fast and I don't have a lot of time to think about the booze. It's been a real game changer for me! Thank you again! God bless 😊😊😊😊😊

[@Rodriguez723]

LD is going to become famous his saving life’s! Before long big organizations will contact him to go speak for them. Perhaps rehab companies. Thank you LD for all your doing for us!

[@CMoore8539]

Some rehabs aren’t worthy. Many are just about money! However some are good.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much for saying that!!! That would be really awesome if I could do that!!!! We will see what happens! Thank you for being so kind! God bless😊😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@robertivers4200]

You are loved❤❤❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

So are you!!!!! Thank you!!! God bless😊😊❤❤❤

[@robertivers4200]

So glad you😢chose life over😢the😢bottle😊😊God bless you😊❤❤❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!!! God blesz😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤

[@AimeeKeller-q2t]

You are so strong. When I was super sick for months and months if it wasnt for my family encouraging me and helping me with things I would be dead. I could barely walk lost all my muscle and had ascites super bad. It was hard to do anything for quite some time. I couldnt drive for 7 months and I was living own my own for years before this happened !!!! Boooze is poison for me! I could barely eat for months my kids had to help me with everything . I had to move in with my son and thank god he worked from home and was able to help me with everything!!! Im still here and going back to school to be a RN . Without the support from my family , friends , AA recovery meetings and private therapy I wouldnt have 2 years on Monday April 22. Stay strong and I hope your getting support from all the different resources that are out there now

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

That is so awesome to hear that you had help from your family. I know what you mean. It's so hard to do anything when you are that sick. Congratulations on your sobriety and that is so cool that you are going for your rn now!!!! Congratulations!!!! Thank you for watching! God bless😊😊😊😊

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Congratulations on not only 2 years, but everything that you're doing for yourself!! You should be so proud, and your family should be, too!! 🎉🎊❤️ I hope you get everything you wish for, and I applaud you!!

[@Hoonigantrucker]

So great to have you and your service, young man. Thank you for your tireless dedication for our cause and sobriety.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!!! God bless

[@shanereynolds4276]

Enjoyed this video bro

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much brother! Hope you are doing well! God bless😊😊😊

[@CMoore8539]

Quitting alcohol is like breaking it off with a toxic girlfriend or boyfriend. You have to be very careful to watch your back afterwards.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

So true!😊😊

[@amandaflaherty7528]

What a great comparison, Cindy! It's like a trauma bond almost. It can be tempting to forget the hard times you went through and fall back into it for the comfort

[@CMoore8539]

@@amandaflaherty7528 Absolutely I started out only socially drinking but it lead to isolation drinking. For me it really was a trauma bonding with it plus it’s every where and legal. I’m so happy for you. Stay strong Amanda. It’s like a personal war. You will overcome!💞👍

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@@CMoore8539 thanks, Cindy! I'm so happy for you, too!! Have a wonderful day 😊💞💕

[@CMoore8539]

@@amandaflaherty7528 You too Amanda!💞

[@CMoore8539]

Congratulations on almost Two Years AF! That’s Huge!!!♥️ You are a Tremendous Inspiration to All!!!👍💞

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!!! I would have never thought this would be possible!!!! I am still amazed! God bless😊😊😊❤❤❤❤

[@CMoore8539]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk You are a Warrior!!👍💞

[@amandaflaherty7528]

You know, I saw someone say it in the comments, and we congratulate and cheer each other on constantly here, but I don't think I ever congratulated you on your sobriety!! So congratulations on 2 years, LD!! That is amazing!!! ❤🎉🎊🙏 everything you've done for yourself is nothing short incredible, and you should be so proud of yourself! I feel like you've stepped into permanence with your sobriety, but I will continue praying for you and cheering you on forever. Keep up the great work 😊 Thank you for your candidness, your kindness, and your friendship!! I think everything you've mentioned in this video is great advice. I have found myself doing almost all of these things, except that I have slew lazy days here and there, but mainly because my life is SO HECTIC. The taking care of things immediately when they're within your control and being conscious and accepting of when things are simply out of your control is definitely something I've been working hard at. That's such a hard one. I still stumble constantly with that one. But I think that may be a lifelong project for me haha it definitely has gotten easier over time, though. Anywho, wonderful video!! Have a great day, and god bless you!!

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Wow!!! Thank you so much for saying all if this! It means so much to me!!!! I never thought it would be possible! I was so deep in my addiction and was so lost! I have found myself now and I couldn't be happier with just living sober now. Even though my health isn't where I would like it to be, I am still here and living the life I always dreamed about!!!! Thank you so much for being so kind! God bless😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@liverdisease-qb6rk of course, LD. You deserve to hear every word of it. I know what you mean, too. In those last days, I never thought I'd quit. But here we are, and thank God for that!! Love you lots ❤️❤️❤️❤️😁🙏

[@JJL716]

Its like you described me when you tell your stories.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Wow, that's crazy! It still amazes me how similar all of our stories are. And to think that I thought I was the only one for so long! Thank you for watching! God bless😊😊❤❤

[@MartyCL]

Great video. Looking well.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!! God bless😊😊❤❤

[@NicksHEAT1995]

Once again, every single thing you did, even if it is not intended to be "advice," is excellent advice as it would turn out. I can relate. Been there. This was an amazing video and maybe one of the most important videos you've put out yet. The things you said, basically all the things you have said here will echo to all those that need to hear it and understand that an addict MUST STOP FOR THE ADDICT, and love yourself and love life enough to make that come to fruition. IT CAN BE DONE. You did it. I did it 7 and a 1/2 years ago, and many others have done it or are doing it. If you are concerned that you are helping people with your channel, then I can tell you now that you need not be concerned, because you most definitely are.

[@CMoore8539]

He’s straight up and on point.❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Wow! Thank you so much for saying that!!!! Congratulations on your 7.5 years!!!! That is just amazing!!! You are so right! You have to want it for YOU!!!! Trying to do it for anyone else will ultimately leaf to failure, well, in my case at least. Thank you so much for your inspiring words!!! God bless😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@cherylleannhuntley5049]

LD, i have so much admiration for you. Your choices and advice is life-giving! Incredible words if wisdom! My heart is full of brotherly love for you ❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much for saying that!!!! Much love back to you! God bless😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@CMoore8539]

Great Video!👍♥️

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much for this!!! You are so nice!!!! I really do appreciate it so much!!!! Thank you again for your continued support of this channel!!!!! God bless you❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊

[@stevenralston1183]

Glad you came on tonight. Was getting worried about you. Steven from nh

[@RonsMom40-pu1en2gj4p]

Mother hen that I am...was getting concerned too.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you for your concern!!! It was just my internet moving really slow yesterday. Hopefully today's video won't do the same!!! Thank you for Watching! God bless😊

[@bain5872]

You hit on many of the triggers that I have. I'm an evening drinker never during the day. My alone, down time, I find myself remembering the past, wanting to relive much happier times, experience those happy feelings I once knew. Some of the happiest times of my life involved Alcohol. I put off stopping drinking because I fear a sober future. It seems I won't be able cope without a drink. I've came to the point as you said here that I can not get anything done. I'm either to intoxicated or to sick to do what needs doing. I must stop and I feel blessed to have found your videos. I congratulate you on your sobriety. Stopping drinking is war between yourself and your addiction. The mind wants to drink and your heart wants to stop. It is war. You have given me hope! Thank you.

[@Kristen10-22]

Takes 28 days to change a habit

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Yep!!!❤

[@ShaneBolerHunting]

Not true for everyone. For some it can be triple that time others half that time. It sounds good though

[@aslansgirl9014]

It seems you have found your true calling. I’m so happy you made the decisions you have; for your wife, your children and yourself. God bless you! 🙏 Matthew 6:34 “ Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.”

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much for this!!!!! It took a lot to finally get me to change, but I finally did it and life couldn't be better now. God bless😊😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@cheryldeanley2074]

Still listening to your story. I hear that alot of your things help you through. Like different drinks you make. Why is nothing helping. Now I see day by day. Thanks for listening to all my weakness. It's 12:00 a.m. here. Just going to bed but what a long day being weak❤❤❤

[@CMoore8539]

Hang in There Cheryl.💞👍

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I am so sorry that you are struggling. I am pretty for you. Is there anything I can do to help you? Let me know if there is. I really hope that you start to feel better. Thank you for watching. God bless😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@CMoore8539]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk That’s real sweet of you.💞👍

[@Kristen10-22]

I do believe for some there is a divine intervention at play. I too literally quit smoking in 2001. Walked around inhaling straws instead. Pain pills once again I told on my disease for the last time. I wanted a family of my own. Married, 5yrs later holy cow preggers. God had been waiting patiently for me to grow up. Blessed beyond my dreams

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Oh... you are not joking!!! I'm so glad that you quit and you are living your life substance free now!!! It's not easy, but it can be done and you are living proof that we can overcome our obstacles!!! Hope you are having a great start to your day today Kristen!!! God bless😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤

[@amandaflaherty7528]

I love all of this!! I applaud your determination and resilience!! You deserve every second of joy you experience! God definitely has our backs and will meet us if we're open, looking, and listening. ❤️❤️

[@sc1]

Thanks! This video was helpful very much.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome my friend! Thank you so much for your generosity and support!!!!!! I really appreciate you being here! God bless😊😊😊😊

[@janetsmith8377]

Thank you ❤

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You're so welcome! Thank you for watching! God bless😊😊

[@jeanniewest8794]

Thank you for your honesty, authenticity and vulnerably. I so appreciate you!

[@shevincoe]

I like the idea you mentioned about drinking the bubbly water drinks. That seems like it would be very helpful

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you! It really helped me a lot! God bless

[@laurieunser6281]

Great video, great advice for any addiction

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much! God bless😊❤

[@jorgeloya6420]

Thanks my friend. A lot of this resonates with me.. One year sober and counting. Stay strong and positive with purpose it's do able..

[@cyn2480]

Very useful information. Thank you.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!!! God bless😊😊😊😊

[@DebraReule]

Excellent advice ❤️ Thanks for sharing ☺️ Hugs and prayers LD 🫂🙏

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you!!!

[@Mmoose712]

Great advice! Thank you for sharing!

[@Plan-C]

Thanks for these videos. They are very helpful. Personally, I find fixing something or making something helps. It distracts the mind and gives a sense of accomplishment. It doesn't have to be a big thing. I.sometimes just buy cheap junk off ebay just to fix it lol. You are so right about the vitamins..I found the vitamins helped with sleep and RLS . That in turn makes you feel better. I found that eating properly came later. Gonna try the Calomine tea. Thanks.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome!!! Thank you so much for your comment and for watching!!!! Staying busy is the key!!!! God bless😊😊❤❤

[@MC14772]

Thank you for sharing, great advise! God bless.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching! God bless

[@blackeyedsiouxsie]

You're doing good work with these videos

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!! God bless

[@nancywolf3786]

your videos are soooooo good. i am an occasional drinker but i know some drinkers and some in recovery. you are so sincere, it's refreshing. i wish i actually knew more sincere people like you. (wearing your tee shirt right now!)

[@tomlyon3273]

Routine is great to help with life and not using any substance. A very helpful video, thanks.

[@CMoore8539]

Thumbs Up 👍 and shared out!❤

[@AdamRead-ot3df]

Greetings from the U.K. I’ve found your videos the best that I’ve come across, as you have lived through this, and can speak from experience. I’ve had 3 bouts of acute pancreatitis, and am now being tested for Chronic via an EUS. I also have a fibrotic liver, so am most likely on the way to cirrhosis if I carry on. It’s really hard to find the motivation to stop drinking. Yours were family, but I’m estranged from mine; So suppose I have to do this for myself. This video was of particular interest to me. Best Wishes Adam

[@josephtolan9947]

This makes a good point about being shocked into quitting drinking (when a person is shocked by two weeks in ICU or similar). I am *not* promoting aa, which is a poor fit for some people. However, I can imagine that somone who is "shocked into quitting drinking" and shocked into 'plug in jug' could still find value in aa, such as meeting people, kinship, overcoming shame, tools for living and so on. Also a channel to help other people newer than you. I have hung around AA age 35 to 65, and still find it interesting or even fascinating, and (1) the chance to keep a meeting running or to (1) help a new person is more likely than (3) me relapsing suddenly. BTW my favorite modern movie about alcoholism is SMASHED, which you can rent streaming for around $4.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you for being here. I really appreciate you adding this! I think you are correct. Thank you for the movie suggestion! I will check it out for sure!!! God bless

[@virginialangford6257]

Happy Anniversary as well as many happy returns for you and your family! Now an off subject question…as a chef did you note your appreciation of food and aroma increase when you removed ETOH and cigarettes from your life?

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much and absolutely!!! My taste has improved dramatically since removing!!! Thank you for the question! God bless😊❤

[@birdiebnz50]

Hi LD! Congrats 4 your sobriety! I am encouraged by you. Today 4-17, I had a repeat endoscopy. Good news my esophageal varies are not actively bleeding or friable. 🎉 stage 4 nafl cirrhosis not so scary today. However they gave me ketamine to control my BP and stress. Did not like it! Took me 10 hrs to become fully awake. That's my update for today. Thank you, LD community-you Rock! ❤❤😊😊

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Hey there!!! Thank you and thank you for letting me know!!! That is so awesome to hear!!! I have never had ketamine, but I'm sure it wasn't a great experience. I hope you are doing well! God bless

[@birdiebnz50]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk Much better today. 👍 ❤️

[@heathergreen5815]

Thank you

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome!!!! God bless

[@susanbohman3620]

OMG sitting on back porch drinking smoking and Thinking is my killer too. It can start in morning with coffee. I need a plan, way to much thinking.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I completely understand. I had to stop going to the places that I used to drink, including places around my house. Too much of a trigger. Thank you for watching! God bless😊❤

[@RonsMom40-pu1en2gj4p]

Bonfires at the back yard fire pit. Trigger with a vegence!

[@DougMacDonald-w1f]

you are the best!

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!!! You are awesome yourself!!! God bless

[@rpinola]

Good message! For me it sounds weird they didnt pick up the cirrhosis on the first visit to the hospital? Anyway thanks for the great educational material, you're very good teacher

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!! I know.... you would think they would have found it, but it was a very small town hospital. Thank you for being here! God bless😊❤

[@KenWang2]

You’re a smart guy. Yea protein helps a lot.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you so much!!! I really appreciate it! God bless

[@KenWang2]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk Don’t forget the body also needs some fats specially for brain health.

[@mattgrimes9104]

love this guy like my Brother

[@ShaneBolerHunting]

Congrats! Hope you continue to get better. I want to ask, how are you wealthy enough to not have to work in this world at such a young age? If I missed that part, forgive me.

[@jamieburgett4652]

Do you think if you would've caught your disease early, you'd stop drinking? Or would you just think, you're ok enough and continue.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I'm not sure really. I would like to think that I would have, but there is no way to know for sure. Thank you so much for watching! God bless😊❤

[@ggp89]

I'm drinking right now, i'm drinking to stay awake until i have an appointment for accupuncture for addiction tomorrow... i feel like an idiot. Sounds like you did some of the AA stuff yourself in the beginning, good for you. i didn't make the past 24 hours evidently.. i do some of the stuff you mention while drinking or sober, sad to say i do manage to learn even while drinking,,,. i gotta learn to cook and take care of my liver

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I understand. You can do it. It's not easy, I know. I had to be ready for it myself and it tool me a lot of hiccups to get to where I am now. I basically had to be told that if I drink again. That's it. That's what really woke me up. I'm praying for you my friend. Wishing you all the best! Thank you for being here! God blesz😊

[@ggp89]

@@liverdisease-qb6rk Honestly i'm still in the early stages of addiction relatively - and am doing what they call the "sinclair method" where you take naltrexone, and it supposedly decreases your desire to drink, though apparently i still go on benders with the naltrexone. Not sure if i'm in denial or fooling myself or what. But your channel is a positive place i feel, i really enjoy your videos. I know that there is always hope, as long as i'm alive.

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Hey GG! I'm so sorry you're struggling, but I believe in you! I know you can do it because most of us didn't think we could do it. Sending you hugs! I'll be praying for you and sending you tons of warm thoughts! 🙏❤️

[@char4364]

LD, do you check with your doctor about the supplements?

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I sure do. Thank you! God bless

[@realmenistries2904]

Do you ever try apple cider vinegar?

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

I do! I put it in my protien shake at night. I use the one with the mother.... and not Braggs. They got bought out and are using gmo apple now. Thank you! God bless😊

[@MalloryJay95]

Do you work construction? My boyfriend is an electrician, and I feel like EVERYONE is drinking like this at the jobs. Do you feel work or coworkers kind of promoted drinking like this? am so worried, my boyfriend drinks more than a fifth every day.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

No, I don't. I was in the restaurant industry my whole life and it's got a lot of drinking in that culture too. I am so sorry to hear that. I really hope that things change for you both! Thank you! God bless

[@UnderwaterJohn-fn7jg]

Happy 420 people 🎉

[@mrsbahka]

What do you think about my GF drinking to the point of passing out daily but her liver enzymes only come back slightly elevated? She’s been pounding it down for over 30 years 🤦‍♀️

[@JasonX-k9d]

Thanks, these are some good reminders, there’s no question that increasing your mental clarity and boosting your drive, comes with quitting. Yes, there are many ways to kick the habit, Steffon Barkload's Quit Drinking Forever is what worked for me, best shortcut I go’ogled that took days without withdrawal.

[@a.amanning7631]

❤

[@rydderhescock]

Did your legs swell up @liver diease ?

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

They sure did. Very bad too. Thank you! God bless

[@AngelaMartino-zm9rh]

I’m learning so much from your willingness to share your story and tips. Thank you! Is God part of your life? What are your thoughts? I’m glad you love yourself. I need help understanding that. Why didn’t you? What changed your mind?

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

Thank you! Yes! I do believe in God. God is a very big part of my life. I believe that he put me here for this exact reason. I just didn't know it. My journey has led me to this place. And to your other question, I just faced death. Looked it right In the eyes and finally realized that I wanted to be here. I wasn't done yet and I really did love me. That's the best way I can describe it. Thank you! God bless

[@WilliamJohnson-wq4ii]

The things you did to stop drinking are exactly what AA prescribes…..one minute at a time. Make the bed. Healthy occupied routine. A higher power….. You admitted you were powerless……

[@thomashugus5686]

The higher power part is total BS in my opinion

[@WilliamJohnson-wq4ii]

@@thomashugus5686 and that’s perfectly ok. I suggest to you that a “higher power” can be a group….a friend whose advice you trust…. And if that doesn’t work for a person, they won’t be asked to leave. Lololol.

[@DebraReule]

👏👍❤️🙏🫂

[@tenzeb615]

Thank you.

[@liverdisease-qb6rk]

You are so welcome!! Thank you for watching! God bless