Tips on quitting alcohol.

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The Michalaks

The Michalaks

Күн бұрын

We decided to drill down in a long form podcast format about our new sober life.
Offering some tips and advice for anyone who's considering it or finds themself sober curious.
Stef & Hannah
Show notes:
Andrew Humberman (a must listen) • What Alcohol Does to Y...
A free 12 week program we made to help get you in the right frame of mind for it: themichalaks.gumroad.com/l/hdrnq

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@unbottledjeannie7487
@unbottledjeannie7487 Жыл бұрын
I am 65 days alcohol free!!! And I feel amazing!!! I don't miss the hangovers, shame, guilt, anxiety!! Well done you two!!
@unbottledjeannie7487
@unbottledjeannie7487 Жыл бұрын
@@TheMichalaks thank you!! and Go You back at ya both!!!
@florinnyc6371
@florinnyc6371 Жыл бұрын
I am trying for years to quit but I always go back to that buzz. I can t imagine Friday/Saturday without beers
@tlggraham
@tlggraham Жыл бұрын
​@@unbottledjeannie7487 Qqqq Qqqqqqqqqq
@francemaison4621
@francemaison4621 Жыл бұрын
@@tlggraham😊 Well done you two !
@moonpaw55
@moonpaw55 Жыл бұрын
That’s a real goal reached and I’m happy for you!🙂❤️
@Mbalings
@Mbalings 10 ай бұрын
15 days sober. Feeling amazing. Thank you for sharing
@butchmichaels69
@butchmichaels69 8 ай бұрын
Get on naltrexone and eliminate the cravings for alcohol.
@seahorses_forever839
@seahorses_forever839 5 ай бұрын
4 days sober...again. but I haven't been able to make it past 3 days in over a year since rehab. So it's a big day for me
@ponysong2006
@ponysong2006 Жыл бұрын
Well done both of you for coming to this understanding so young! I'm 60 and celebrating 1 year sober. I considered myself a light drinker and could go months with nothing but I realized I couldn't keep it in the house. If it was there, I'd drink every day. Andrew Huberman was a big part of me deciding to quit for good.
@karlabritfeld7104
@karlabritfeld7104 Жыл бұрын
I can have booze in the house, no problem. I just can't have one drink. One will be two, two will be three and so on.
@annedoupe112
@annedoupe112 8 ай бұрын
the same and it goes for the sugar too always room for improvement and I'm 58 and live alone and having an intent and sticking to it it might be miniscule but it keep the positive energy alive in me
@Paul-dv4dr
@Paul-dv4dr Жыл бұрын
For me University was a massive piss up and it taught me to go on the wrong track in life. Good mates and good memories but I just got addicted. 2 weeks sober now. I'm 58.
@emmiga
@emmiga Жыл бұрын
I haven't cut alcohol out completely, but changed my relationship with it. I made a deal with myself that I would not drink if my urge for it is motivated by stress or any negative emotions, because I didn't want it to be some sort of coping mechanism. If I want to enjoy some Prosecco or wine with a cheese board and snacks whilst watching a movie with hubby that's fine. I think it's just important to understand why you decide to pick up a drink and if it comes from a toxic place or just because of boredom/habbit then it needs to be recognised.
@filmswithjovi
@filmswithjovi Жыл бұрын
I've got into the habit now of when I want a drink questioning "Is it something stressful that's making me feel like this?" and the answer has always been yes so far, so I haven't drunk hahaha - hopefully the answer will be no someday again and I can enjoy moderate alcohol! Thanks for commenting this, think it's good to share that things don't have to be 100% not drinking or 100% drinking.
@karlabritfeld7104
@karlabritfeld7104 Жыл бұрын
Yes. I agree.
@TheGreyGhost_of43rd
@TheGreyGhost_of43rd Жыл бұрын
True. The mood im in at the time i pick up a drink indicates the mood that will be intensified by alcohol. Also FOOD, not eating a full balanced diet while drinking will wreck everything.
@margaretoconnor874
@margaretoconnor874 Жыл бұрын
Glad you can do it. It didn’t work for me. Just a glass of wine is ok. Not for me. I ended up drinking a lot of hard stuff, depressed. Now going completely dry. Decided to deal with my feelings instead. Love this couple!
@672lizzie
@672lizzie Жыл бұрын
I decided a month ago that alcohol no longer serves me and it's just not something I need anymore or adding anything to my social occasions...except the pay off and totally get the sponge analogy... so I've stopped drinking. I didn't miss it whilst pregnant and to be honest never really went back to it in the same way so I'm excited to see what happens from quitting entirely. Was a happy coincidence to find this podcast and so many of your reasons resonate with me!!
@kimjohnston5226
@kimjohnston5226 Жыл бұрын
I had my last drink at the end of April 2020. The best thing I ever did. And for me it's now become a thrill to see how long I can keep it up for! I honestly don't miss drinking at all. I wish my husband would join me and it has definitely made our relationship more challenging that he still drinks...but still worth it in my view.
@karlabritfeld7104
@karlabritfeld7104 Жыл бұрын
Plus it's better for health
@kimjohnston5226
@kimjohnston5226 Жыл бұрын
@@sassj7417 thank you for your reply. Yes I appreciate all that, and I generally don't dwell on it. That doesn't stop me wishing, in an ideal world, that he would give it up too..for his own health as much as anything.
@toniburdine1393
@toniburdine1393 8 ай бұрын
​@@kimjohnston5226I just stopped drinking and wonder how it will affect my relationship with my spouse. He doesn't drink at all. I know not drinking is going to make changes with me and idk how he will handle that.
@annedoupe112
@annedoupe112 8 ай бұрын
fabulous
@anniemarshall5480
@anniemarshall5480 5 ай бұрын
@@kimjohnston5226 I really resonate with this. But worse is both drinking and the arguments that can be brought on my it.
@Mrspeedwell
@Mrspeedwell Жыл бұрын
I'm watching this to try and encourage myself to stop. I can easily drink 2 bottles of wine a day, I have so much fun, but the down time is killing me. I call stopping, facing the boredom. It's like a vast emptiness that needs filling. And alcohol does that so well.
@lyndaluM
@lyndaluM Жыл бұрын
Ian, your comment is totally me and I really need to STOP this behavior so I am also watching some videos to encourage me. Thanks for your comment
@Mrspeedwell
@Mrspeedwell Жыл бұрын
@@lyndaluM I used to have a little pet dragon that I would let out on weekends...it's grown into a monster that is destroying everything!
@lyndaluM
@lyndaluM Жыл бұрын
@@Mrspeedwell Ian, thanks for your reply. I'm trying to move that monster out as well and I failed miserably tonight. I have so many things going on right now and tell myself everyday to stop but I don't. I'm disappointed and hate myself tonight like every day for way to long. I wish there a better way for us to talk/communicate. If you have an idea, let me know. I feel like we may be able to give each other strength.
@Mrspeedwell
@Mrspeedwell Жыл бұрын
@@lyndaluM Day 1 is the most important, then day 3, then the first weekend and then you are free because, it ain't so bad. Get yourself some peppermint tea for the afternoon and camomile for evening, drink as much as that as you like. Your body will thank you. If you relapse, that's okay, at least you know you can break it, and if you've done it once you can do it again. Best wishes from Oz!
@Amira-eq1fg
@Amira-eq1fg Жыл бұрын
Keep trying. Stop trying to quit. The guilt leads to self hate and repeating the cycle. You are better with a clear mind. Keep trying to reduce, eventually you will quit! Good luck ❤❤❤
@empowerpop
@empowerpop Ай бұрын
Thanks for such an honest refreshing conversation 💕 I quit 8 days ago and mentally realize it's such a psychological battle! Reminding myself of why I want to quit and knowing I'll have those guilty feeling if I convince myself to have a drink. Thankfully not physically addicted but after 17 years of heavy social binge drinking then lots of daily evening drinking for 3 years....takes it's toll. I grew up in London UK so remember Hooch and mickey of vodkas on the bus with mates on our way out, how easy it was to buy at the corner store age 15!! I'm committed and grateful my husband isn't a drinker!
@ralucaprepelita8428
@ralucaprepelita8428 Жыл бұрын
It takes a lot of self awareness to recognize a pattern of behaviour that no longer serves you. I have admiration for you two for the ambition and control required to overcome this habit. This is an insightful conversation, thank you for this! All my love from Romania xx
@missnorma2012
@missnorma2012 Жыл бұрын
This was interesting to listen, from someone who was not drinking for almost all my adult life. Felt a lot of pressure, need to explain, bad about making others feel bad about their drinking, all that. I really hated how (also in my country) I always had to have a reason, and if I gave one it always ended up being a huge discussion. Felt like the only immediately accepted reason was if you grew up with alcoholic parents. Now been drinking for a few years again, and suddenly I feel like I'm ready to fully stop again without the need to explain. I feel confident! Btw Hannah, you look absolutely gorgeous here.
@avsfy
@avsfy Жыл бұрын
Such an interesting podcast! I appreciate how honestly (but also delicately) you were able to speak on this topic. I loved learning how being sober has changed and ultimately bettered your lives. Thanks for sharing
@hellokittygf
@hellokittygf Жыл бұрын
i love this podcast so much. well done on your sober journey you two 🤍 everything you guys said about UK drinking culture was so relatable. its undeniably tough so this is a massive achievement! 7 months 🥹
@shonapailing1382
@shonapailing1382 Жыл бұрын
I find the best reply I find when asked why I don't drink is simply....I don't like how it makes me feel. X
@raymondlin8728
@raymondlin8728 Жыл бұрын
Havent had a drink in 2 years. Ended on memorial day weekends. Memory, family, health, happiness, improved,
@Amira-eq1fg
@Amira-eq1fg Жыл бұрын
Keep trying ... Stop trying to "quit". As the guilt leads to self hate and thus repeating the cycle. You are better with a clear mind! Keep trying to reduce, eventually you will quit! Good luck ❤❤❤❤
@TheFISHTANK666
@TheFISHTANK666 2 ай бұрын
Happy for you both to be able to have done it together. You resonate well. I am seven years today and tbh I still think about it. My ex still at it, found a new drinking chum. Many thanks. Keep the faith.
@yakoubyakoub9315
@yakoubyakoub9315 Жыл бұрын
Thanks guys, you are good people! What a journey we are on! Crazy, right? The presence, the clarity, the energy. Nee balance - physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually ... Amazing. I am one month sober today. 24 new hours. Surf the now. Bless you.
@thomasadams8187
@thomasadams8187 8 ай бұрын
A friend of mine always said that he was on antibiotics to explain why he wasn’t drinking. I thought that it was a smart answer
@Deuce_Dufresne
@Deuce_Dufresne Жыл бұрын
I don’t miss it, feel so much better overall not drinking now. I’m also doing intermittent fasting, healthy keto, and working out every day. I used to always feel tired, not I have as much energy as when I was 18.
@Tipperary757
@Tipperary757 Жыл бұрын
Learning that alcohol has no value - simply damages brain + body - motivated me. Lots of bad research stories saying red wine promotes health -- great news! But it was a lie. I try not to think about it in the summer as I used to love to sit in the sun with a drink. Working to change connections.
@laurae8324
@laurae8324 8 ай бұрын
I drank one glass of wine most evenings. I decided to stop for weight loss and brain health. I noticed that not drinking I am more productive, creative and sleep better.
@mebeasensei
@mebeasensei Жыл бұрын
Good on you. Cupla things. (watched up tp 20:00 this time) 1) You say the monthly thing didn't work, but it did. It really helped you get aware of the situation. Sure, I get the 'compensate-by-drinking-more-in-the-'wet'-months' thing, but once again it really worked 2) Alcohol is a bridge - maybe you two wouldn't even have got together without it 3) I liked that you appreciate the pleasure window...after a couple.. 4) I liked the Sponge Bob thing.
@AnavonRebeur
@AnavonRebeur Жыл бұрын
One drink is too much, ten drinks are too little.
@MeShelWoods
@MeShelWoods 3 ай бұрын
Your guys video is really cool! I’ve watched lots of videos on how to stop drinking but your guys video helped me feel like I wasn’t helpless. Still watching your video but very interested so I’m continuing to watch your podcast
@xSUZUKI
@xSUZUKI Жыл бұрын
What a lovely couple. I've just stopped ( 4 days) and it's hard after a lifetime of drinking. This podcast helps..well done guys..thank you
@jondoe6926
@jondoe6926 7 ай бұрын
I'm glad to know that you can go from too much alcohol to having a normal drink only every once in a while. I understand some people can't ever touch alcohol again. I understand that. But I want to simply cut back. I'll never allow myself to say " i can't drink even one beer or i'll lose control" . But that's just me. You are proof this is possible.
@24kHERTZ
@24kHERTZ 4 ай бұрын
As regards the social explanation point, what I find eases the tension is to emphasise the non-permanence “Oh yes, I’m just having a break for a while, just to detox” that way, they feel less judged and quite often say, “yeah I need to do that”. And then to break it to them gently over several interactions.
@twodots9403
@twodots9403 Жыл бұрын
Love this. Over the past few months I’ve seriously questioned the purpose of alcohol in my life…even one glass has such a huge impact on my mental acuity, energy levels, appetite etc. I now (genuinely) look forward to green tea or celery juice in evenings 🙂
@lakeviewstyle
@lakeviewstyle Жыл бұрын
I accidentally became sober! I’ve been a drinker especially since covid and gained a lot of weight. I struggled losing it and went on Ozempic, since that very day, I’ve had zero desire for alcohol. Prior to taking it I made sure I COULD drink while on it. Now I don’t want it at all. The anxiety is gone too. I suffered anxiety for decades and it’s just gone. I wonder if one day this will be a treatment. I’m adjusting to NOT drinking and enjoying it. I stumbled into it. Very bizarre.
@btown8210
@btown8210 10 ай бұрын
Totally agree about switching an evening drink with something you like, to break the day down. I like Trip drinks and Goodrays. Or just a nice cup of tea! One of the sobriety podcasts I listen to says ‘switch the ritual, don’t ditch the ritual’. I love that!
@irenethompson4076
@irenethompson4076 Жыл бұрын
Hi guy's.... amazing podcast and beautifully executed in a non judgemental way for not only your audience, who may be dealing with the need to drink but more importantly yourselves. We as humans go thru so many experiences and changes during our journey in life. Both positive and negative. They make us who we are. I hope together you both are finding strength and clarity as individuals and as a couple so that it brings you more joy in everything you do! 🙏❤️🙏
@27ozyboy
@27ozyboy Жыл бұрын
One thing that always gets me is having those first couple in the airport lounge then the dry spell till they serve drinks on the plane. This for me is something I hope won't be a problem in my life moving forward. Day 5 sober. Many more to come.
@markg.4246
@markg.4246 Жыл бұрын
If what you described is true, you already have a problem.
@biancalutz-kokuner2907
@biancalutz-kokuner2907 Жыл бұрын
Loved, loved, loved this one!! 7 months under my belt as well and can relate 100%...I'm just so happy in all aspects of my life that I think I make people hurl sometimes because of all the energy I have. Lol...Cheers guys x Miss B, Cape Town
@markg.4246
@markg.4246 Жыл бұрын
Number one "tip" for "quitting alcohol"... STOP focusing on "quitting alcohol". There are exceptions to everything, but for the majority of heavy drinkers, problem drinkers, and chronic drinkers, alcohol is NOT the root problem! If you're willing to start living differently, then look down at your feet. They are the two most important mechanisms for change. Recovery is NOT an intellectual proposition, nor does it require "willpower", or "strength", or "staying busy" Those notions are not sustainable. Some of the most intelligent people in the world have died drunk. For me, the solution was to find a recovery group. People who used to drink like me, but had something I didn't...SOBRIETY. Fast forward 29 years...I have a life that is so far beyond "quitting alcohol", that it's hard for me to process at times. No stress, no drama, and I live in abundance by every definition of the word. Mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually, morally, and financially. I no longer wish for those things to be a reality in my life...they ARE! All the best...Mark 5/8/1994
@HaleyOnTheRocks
@HaleyOnTheRocks 3 ай бұрын
I want to know what the intersection of “being around another human is anxiety inducing” and “humans are a social animal” 😅 ; this made me finally feel as though I’m not completely insane/alone, lol 😅😅
@minimalizman
@minimalizman Ай бұрын
Humans are weird.
@brettjolliff541
@brettjolliff541 Жыл бұрын
8.5 months 🤙🏽 I needed that something in the evening and I turned to Tea. It was an easy switch, I just needed that comfort of something and it did the trick. I don’t crave it anymore - there are so many N/A options now when you go out. I can still “go out” with friends and not “drink” … the only thing I have realized now … I’m always the sober driver 🚗 💨
@lavinatam194
@lavinatam194 Жыл бұрын
good job you guys! glad you both find yourself happier. :) my parents rarely drank as I grew up and it wasnt till I was legal and I started going to the liquor store and bringing home wines that they started semi regularly drinking. We drink as a family at dinner on occasional fridays with dinner and pour in tiny glasses so it feels like weve had 3 glasses when its more like 1 actual glass of wine. Sometimes we drink half the bottle and others times its the entire bottle but we basically stop drinking once dinner is over.
@claresutton2819
@claresutton2819 5 ай бұрын
Every time the lady speaks, I am bracing for the man to get angry with her, for interrupting. He doesn't. This just made me bawl, because that's not normal for my world.
@melpatton4731
@melpatton4731 9 ай бұрын
I've been thinking of doing this for the last year. Wasn't sure how I was going to do this, but now I'm determined. Still not sure if It's going to work out, but really need to. Thanks for this video.
@lisapatterson8610
@lisapatterson8610 Жыл бұрын
Plus, what a wonderful example you are showing your children!
@hippiehomesteader2377
@hippiehomesteader2377 8 ай бұрын
42 years old been drinking 31yrs , last 3 years Ive been drinking 10 to 16 hours a day every day .Between work and working on the homestead I always kept me ''motivated'' . Been afraid to quit because every one talking about seizures and DTs , 5 days cold turkey sober from everything . No tremors or shaking only thing I can describe is it feels like i ate a little piece of pot brownie . PS Been sleeping really well
@HowtowithPaulHenderson
@HowtowithPaulHenderson 11 ай бұрын
I'm at 15 days of being sober, I don't think I could say I was an alcoholic, but I did drink more than I thought I did. I do believe I am still going through withdrawals. During the first month I had cut down drinking at home to three beers a week. If I went out then those beers would be added onto the three that I was allowed each week at home. Yes I know that didn't make sense. I haven't had a beer in 15 days, I do feel and I think I look better. I still haven't had a good night's sleep since I had cut on my beer intake a month-and-a-half ago. From what I can see so far after 15 days of being beer free I will never go back to drinking.
@ghidescu19
@ghidescu19 Ай бұрын
Very nice from you people. Mulțumesc ❤
@lovepeace9437
@lovepeace9437 Жыл бұрын
Und ich dachte und denke immer was ist falsch mit den Menschen, die trinken. Für mich schmeckt Alkohol einfach eklig. Die Vorstellung die Kontrolle über meinen Körper und Gehirn zu verlieren ist schlimm...ABER ich kann Menschen verstehen, die schlimmes erlebt haben oder erleben sich mit Alkohol verlieren wollen...also nichts mehr denken wollen....aber aus Spaß zu trinken finde ich schrecklich. Am Anfang finden die Jugendlichen es lustig, aber habe schon einige ältere Menschen getroffen, die alles verkaufen mussten , ihre Familien verloren haben, weil sie nichts mehr konnten....Schön, dass ihr darüber ein Video dreht. Bitte Leute nicht übertreiben mit Trinken, es kann euer Leben sowas von zerstören ... Liebe Grüße
@summieraslps4856
@summieraslps4856 Жыл бұрын
I actually loved this! It's nice to know that others feel my pain.. I'm 9 mos. Sober.. it's still hard somedays tho
@Renee-p1c
@Renee-p1c Ай бұрын
TIP: If a craving enters your mind and you are thinking about going out to get alcohol, just STOP and retally ALL THE NEGATIVE TIMES AND PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP LOSE & PHYSICAL $$$, PHYSICAL DAMAGE TO BRAIN AND ALL BODY CELLS, and RECOUNT!🤝🤝🤝👌👍
@josephmbimbi
@josephmbimbi 9 ай бұрын
i used to enjoy chilling with a few beers (3-5 pints) by the river or at some park if i could sneak them. i replaced this with diet sodas and energy drinks, it worked quite well for me, i get to chill, get into my thoughts and before i even realize it, i'm not even thinking about alcohol. I was really looking forward to that in the end of the summer, now i replaced it with jogging
@Joshua78
@Joshua78 8 ай бұрын
Really inspirational and down the earth conversation. Thanks guys.
@lovenature7823
@lovenature7823 Ай бұрын
I think you're still hooked buddy. Think the drink through! Where do you go after that first, to your second, third...One is not enough, one thousand is never enough!
@kay44422
@kay44422 9 ай бұрын
I decided to cut down on alcohol jan 2023 . I just put it down felt so damn good never picked it up again. Jan 14th 2023 last drink i had. Dont regret it one bit .
@jerrysullivan9659
@jerrysullivan9659 7 ай бұрын
2/5/84 using the 12 step model. ❤️❤️
@tarakekaha2065
@tarakekaha2065 8 ай бұрын
Congrats on your work, it's a worthy project, and no easy thing.
@amberlilly4101
@amberlilly4101 Жыл бұрын
When I was young as a teenager I was very shy and I went to a party I had a drink and suddenly I realized that I didn't feel shy anymore, so that was my introduction to alcohol. But, didn't drink at all when I got married. But, several yrs ago I started to drink. It can really make my husband mean, especial Tequila.
@GiuseppeBasile
@GiuseppeBasile Жыл бұрын
Very inspiring you two. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience
@brendahornung1990
@brendahornung1990 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! What if my spouse doesn’t want to do this with me?
@TinyMaths
@TinyMaths Жыл бұрын
I had my longest period without drink over the past three years; especially the first two out of three where, because of starting a challenge I found that I stopped drinking for about a year and a half. I've gotten back to it in the last year and have been putting on weight; but also feeling groggy, lethargic, irritable and quite unpleasant (including insomnia), as some of the downsides of alcohol - definitely more downsides than upsides. I've just decided to quit properly this time. I didn't really miss it while I was away, but started again just out of curiosity and it has just become a habit. Since the period of abstinence, and the return to alcohol, it just hasn't had the same payoffs.
@Sam111-q9w
@Sam111-q9w Жыл бұрын
Great podcast guys
@mattc825
@mattc825 7 ай бұрын
8:39 that’s brilliant. I’ll try that
@emilyl9816
@emilyl9816 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this, thanks for sharing your experiences, as an early 20 yr old feels really hard to get across to people why I'd want to not drink/ reduce drinking as it's such a norm and have had to argue with people why I'd want to be mindful about my drinking before getting to the point of having a problem with alcohol/being an alcoholic which feels irrational. Another great podcast about people's experiences going sober is called One for the road.
@timmccracken5262
@timmccracken5262 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful dynamics and journey - love your work TIM, PERTH AUSTRALIA
@anne-lenealyanak8326
@anne-lenealyanak8326 Жыл бұрын
I have so much respect for you guys 🎉well done ❤
@ndjubilant8391
@ndjubilant8391 7 ай бұрын
4 years sober and clean here😊
@TheWorsnops
@TheWorsnops Жыл бұрын
HOOCH, my first alcoholic drink i loved. probably was abouttttt 13 haha! 35 now, 2 kids and i dont drink and havent done for over a year now, had the odd one on special occasions but i choose to not drink as i dont like it. didnt like how it made me act, or feel and it wasnt doing anything good for me, I drank my grief away with my mum, now i found out just this week i have ADHD so i think i defo used it to self medicate.
@MargaritacPena
@MargaritacPena Жыл бұрын
I've cut back drastically. I feel so much better overall.
@billmoore1936
@billmoore1936 Жыл бұрын
Very good indeed keep it up you are on right track as they say I try think positive thoughts day in and day out it helps if you can talk with your friends and family gives you good place of mind I think I have been sober for going on 6 years
@jakevan1969
@jakevan1969 Жыл бұрын
I do think that you can get a natural high when out with friends who are drinking, where the energy is high, where people are laughing and having a good time. Tony Robbins talks about triggering positive emotional states and anchoring them with rituals, but just being out is enough for me. You need to be generous of spirit, tell some jokes, have some laughs, it takes longer to get in the high mood state than the drinkers, but you can get there and then it lasts much longer. As they are getting sloppy, tired, hungry, you are still way up there, and you can drive everyone home or look out for them and make sure they get in a cab etc. I don't think you have to shy away from situations where there is drinking, just drink something else like a Coke Zero. After all, there is drinking with every social situation. I don't think there is any shame in not drinking. The other day I ordered a dealcoholized beer and my mate called it a baby beer. Now that's what I call them and people laugh. I told them I really quit hangovers more than I quit drinking, other times I tell people I don't drink when the willpower is high. I quit sugar and compare it to smoking, people don't try to talk you into being a moderate smoker. If you stop for a minute and look around, most moderate drinkers have 1 or 2. I would be moderate about 1/2 the time, and look forward to drinking all week. It became a psychological addiction and I didn't like the way it pulled me in. My wife still likes to drink sometimes, but I don't really care what other people think anymore, especially as I get older. Do what you have to do to be happy and healthy and live your life as you see fit. Thanks for the very important discussion. Much appreciated.
@JFTorres9
@JFTorres9 Жыл бұрын
great video, happy you made a longer video about quitting alcohol you are very motivating thanks for making this it helped me a lot
@drewa3597
@drewa3597 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the podcast guys
@bex678
@bex678 10 ай бұрын
Great podcast. 37 days AF. Thanks for introducing me to the Velvetiser too 👍
@jasonbower7763
@jasonbower7763 2 ай бұрын
OMG WHOEVER THAT WOMAN IS SHE IS A 15/10. WOW. JUST. WOW
@mddsgn
@mddsgn Жыл бұрын
If your friends and colleagues are too dim to realize it's not appropriate to inquire about your not drinking then it's on them. You don't need to qualify - just say you don't drink and move on. If that is too difficult in certain arenas - say your boss asks you at a work party, you can say you are "detoxing" "fasting" or are doing it for health reason and drop it. Things are shifting. There are more people choosing to not drink so they can be more productive and not pour a literal toxin into their bodies. Read "This Naked Mind" by Annie Grace. .... better skin - less inflammation and more hydrated.
@4Jemma
@4Jemma Жыл бұрын
Please share your alcohol free beer recommendations.
@kevinmurphy1405
@kevinmurphy1405 Жыл бұрын
Hi I drink a lot so I'm enjoying your conversation hopefully it helps me thanks God❤
@plokoon6173
@plokoon6173 5 ай бұрын
I have health anxiety and Iam using alcohol to calm my panic attacks and anxiety. But now I don’t know if Iam more anxious about drinking or my health anxiety. I think it’s both now and it feels horrible. I really don’t like drinking but also I don’t want to thinking every minute that Iam dying.
@cami4612
@cami4612 9 ай бұрын
lovely video! very insightful
@PhilJohn-j5z
@PhilJohn-j5z Жыл бұрын
AA promises a life beyond your wildest dreams. AA is full of miracles, im a alcoholic who doesn't drink sobriety rocks
@andyhinds542
@andyhinds542 Жыл бұрын
You really should link the hot chocolate drinks you've mentioned.
@jacquieyeung5811
@jacquieyeung5811 Жыл бұрын
Loved this, thank you. ❤
@jemmah4723
@jemmah4723 Жыл бұрын
This was such an interesting conversation.
@pilleandrea1160
@pilleandrea1160 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@alexandersalz5850
@alexandersalz5850 Жыл бұрын
love u guys great podcast. i stopped drinking too but never like drank daily so was easier for me i guess. the replacement strategy is super helpfull for diet changes too:D just chew on whatever your addicted too spit it out wash your mouth and eat soemthing healthy usually that works over liek month. your literally only addicted to the flavouring in most cases. also falvouring is a HIGHLY misleading term since it doesnt say what it is... it only sais it has some taste which is kinda crazy if you think about it... it doesnt even have to be edible... just has to taste of something and shouldnt kill you within idc a year... aaand its legal xD
@tommythompson7941
@tommythompson7941 Жыл бұрын
Just got back from a meeting in Somerset County in New Jersey. Don't pick up and get to a meeting my friends!
@oscarback6696
@oscarback6696 Жыл бұрын
Haven't had a drink since january 1st, I get some "nightmares" where I break my sobriety with drinking a drink and then waking up sweating feeling so guilty for drinking in the dream. It is really strange because it is only a drink, so wierd.
@leafexchange4044
@leafexchange4044 9 ай бұрын
17:57, you can go in a pub and have a soft drink!!
@andrewduggan2579
@andrewduggan2579 10 ай бұрын
You only ever have control of the first drink. After that its a spiral and you are done.
@kristy3292
@kristy3292 Жыл бұрын
The nachos and the hot chocolates, the new ritual 💗
@ArunaTRHolst
@ArunaTRHolst 3 ай бұрын
I movies and Tv series there i always wine or drinks.
@paulmulks
@paulmulks Жыл бұрын
It cracks me up how alcohol is the only drug in the world where you have to often explain why you DON'T take it 😂 If you come off crack then people would be congratulating you, but stand in a social situation and order or drink something non-alcoholic then you'll find people looking at you like you've got 2 heads 😂 Its a shame its become so socially accepted but each to our own and all that
@MN-wx2ur
@MN-wx2ur Жыл бұрын
Non alcoholic drinks that people recommend? I don't like too sweet and I find many are.
@tylerclark5086
@tylerclark5086 11 ай бұрын
If she doesn’t quit interrupting him🙃
@scotty2tone
@scotty2tone Жыл бұрын
I’ll eat when I’m hungry, I’ll drink when I’m dry, if the drinking don’t kill me I’ll live till I’ll die
@DiariesofanAddict
@DiariesofanAddict Жыл бұрын
good listen :)
@barrytelesford5265
@barrytelesford5265 Жыл бұрын
i wish i could hear about the financial side it from others
@annedoupe112
@annedoupe112 8 ай бұрын
Abscess in toothintooth on abiotics
@krishankochar3059
@krishankochar3059 Жыл бұрын
Love the accent and congrats crack on !
@vickialexander1266
@vickialexander1266 Жыл бұрын
Such a good chat and so important to be mindful of what we are consuming, can you link the best hot chocolate too please 😂☺️
@gaylegonzalez71
@gaylegonzalez71 Жыл бұрын
It's the concept of abstainer or moderator. With alcohol I cannot be a moderator
@MenwithPurpose2012
@MenwithPurpose2012 Жыл бұрын
I relapsed three days ago. I am committing to never drink alcohol again
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