For me, when I got to the point of wondering if I had a problem, it meant I had a problem. Everyone who struggles with drinking has different symptoms. I started blacking out after two drinks and that scared me, but I still didn't stop. I also have alcoholism in my family. I didn't really think I had a justifiable problem until I lived with a roommate who was sober. She helped me to realize that each person has their own line and it takes crossing that line to motivate them to get sober. I hope this makes sense. And I am not judging you at all!
I think you might be right. The fact I’m thinking about it probably speaks volumes. Thanks for sharing your experience. I find it so helpful to get other’s perspectives - especially when I feel it can be a bit of a blind spot for me. Of course I don’t take any judgement. Appreciate you! ❤️
I feel this so much. I was sober for a few months and now I'm really working on trying to be less strict with myself and more go with the flow. It's something I struggle with and is where my anxiety comes out (making lists, being super strict with myself, etc.).
I think part of life is trying to navigate these aspects and learning to understand what just feels right. And that is such a hard thing. Proud of you for posting about it!
Hiya thanks for reading!! 💕 ah nice that seems like a good middle ground! I think I may try to just drink on special occasions long term.. but we will see how it goes. For now I need a total break. xx
I can totally relate to this as I went sober September last year. The anxiety after nights out just wasn’t worth it anymore! I definitely think the cultural view of drinking in the UK masks alcoholism in ways, we brush off problematic drinks as the norm because it is so engrained. Feels like it’s changing though. Either way, you do what works for you, you might not even need to label it as anything :)
Yes I completely agree, the UK is sooo bad for it. Binge drinking culture is just totally the norm so it not a very good ballpost to compare to. A lot of us are in the same boat with it, doesn’t mean it’s good. Congrats on going sober though! its actually such a nice feeling knowing you don’t need to worry about your actions the next day!!! xx
For me, when I got to the point of wondering if I had a problem, it meant I had a problem. Everyone who struggles with drinking has different symptoms. I started blacking out after two drinks and that scared me, but I still didn't stop. I also have alcoholism in my family. I didn't really think I had a justifiable problem until I lived with a roommate who was sober. She helped me to realize that each person has their own line and it takes crossing that line to motivate them to get sober. I hope this makes sense. And I am not judging you at all!
I think you might be right. The fact I’m thinking about it probably speaks volumes. Thanks for sharing your experience. I find it so helpful to get other’s perspectives - especially when I feel it can be a bit of a blind spot for me. Of course I don’t take any judgement. Appreciate you! ❤️
I feel this so much. I was sober for a few months and now I'm really working on trying to be less strict with myself and more go with the flow. It's something I struggle with and is where my anxiety comes out (making lists, being super strict with myself, etc.).
I think part of life is trying to navigate these aspects and learning to understand what just feels right. And that is such a hard thing. Proud of you for posting about it!
exactly, I think I have a habit of having a very all or nothing personality - so if I can manage to master any type of balance I’m half way there.
Thank you for reading ❤️
Completely relate to this.
I’m a “California sober” girly now, and I don’t miss alcohol.
I do give myself the flexibility to enjoy a drink on special occasions, but I don’t usually enjoy it when I do.
Hiya thanks for reading!! 💕 ah nice that seems like a good middle ground! I think I may try to just drink on special occasions long term.. but we will see how it goes. For now I need a total break. xx
I can totally relate to this as I went sober September last year. The anxiety after nights out just wasn’t worth it anymore! I definitely think the cultural view of drinking in the UK masks alcoholism in ways, we brush off problematic drinks as the norm because it is so engrained. Feels like it’s changing though. Either way, you do what works for you, you might not even need to label it as anything :)
Yes I completely agree, the UK is sooo bad for it. Binge drinking culture is just totally the norm so it not a very good ballpost to compare to. A lot of us are in the same boat with it, doesn’t mean it’s good. Congrats on going sober though! its actually such a nice feeling knowing you don’t need to worry about your actions the next day!!! xx
Yeahh it's so nice haha! Thank you <3. Keep up the writing, I always love reading what you post :)
That means so much to me, thank you 🥹 x