Heartbreaking to hear the story of your getting within striking distance of sobriety and then falling to the insidious internal voice of alcohol in your head. Must have been heartbreaking to those who love you, too. While it's heartbreaking, of course, it gives you the credibility and the passion to reach those struggling for sobriety who might otherwise be lost. So much admiration for your work, your commitment and your good, kind, humble character. Wishing you all the best, LD. ❤😊❤
Thank you Kathryn! I often contemplate my drinking, why I did it, why so much, why I never stopped. But, now here I am. Life can take us down paths and we don't understand why at the moment, I really believe that this was my path, I was supposed to be here. I wouldn't change it now. If i could. Thank you again! God bless❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊
Drinking today steals tomorrow’s happiness, it’s really self sabotage. For me it’s either all or nothing… just trying to take it one day at a time. God bless everyone on here we’ve got this 🙏🏻
Yes it is tough when first trying to quit. I relapsed more times than I can count before I finally got sober for good! I'm glad you were able to finally do the same! Hopefully, this is truly the end of our drinking careers because no one deserves to go through any of that crap. It feels so good to wake up with a clear mind, and no more headaches, nausea, or that awful metabolized alcohol smell lingering. Yuck!! 🤮 Life is a whole heck of a lot better on this side, and you're right, it does get easier with time and the cravings become less intense eventually. Good message today my friend; this will reach a lot of people. Thanks LD, hope to catch you live this weekend!❤
Thank you David!!! We definitely aren't going back to that! Absolutely not!!!! Being g sober and not dealing with all the crap that comes along with it is way too important!!!! Hope your day is a great one my friend! God bless❤❤❤❤
You said it all perfectly, LD! It can feel desperate when you want to drink. But if you can distract yourself through the craving, you'll feel so empowered. Maybe not the first time, but eventually, you absolutely will. You can also definitely trick yourself into thinking that you can control your drinking once you've got some time under your belt. But for most of us, that's just not true. I always want more. But it's also true that once you've given your brain a moment to reprogram, and you've given yourself the chance to build a new routine (whatever that looks like for you), it really does get easier. And the gratitude you feel for the benefits that you WILL receive will help you to remain sober. I can definitely attest to going through boring moments, only to find a new appreciation for everything that life has to offer. I just had to give it time before the alcohol stopped controlling my thoughts. Anyways, im pretty much just repeating you, such great statements, friend. Have a lovely evening, all!! ❤❤❤
Thank you so much Amanda!!! You are so kind! I hope that your day is a wonderful one and you have a great weekend as well!!!! Thank you so much for being so supportive!!!! God bless❤❤❤
The reason I don’t drink isint even the hangover the next day, it’s knowing that now I am addicted and I don’t think I could have the strength to quit again.
Awwww my heart hurts for the pain you went through 😢 God has blessed you Indeed LD. Congratulations on the growth of your channel through your determination to share the awareness of AUD 🥰🥰
Thank you mona!!! It's definitely grown very fast lately!!!! Thank you for being here since I started!!!! I can't thank you enough for your continued kind and lovely support! God bless❤❤❤❤❤
I used to take breaks at work just to put the car seat heater on to help relieve the pain of pancreatitis in my back . Then drink after work to not care
Man..... pancreatitis sucks so bad! I would drink during it all the time. I've had it so many times now.... horrible!!!! Thank you for sharing paul! God bless 😊😊😊
The life readjustment part is rough! I feel so empty on those occasions, where''d I normally be throwing beers back one after the other. it's just an awkward, lost, and shallow feeling. Driving home after work on Friday, I'll be a great mood thinking about the weekend, sleeping in, making plans etc... and boom the random thought pops up into mind and reminds me that I'm not stopping by the store to grab a 12 pack and it just kills the weekend vibes for the rest of the drive.
Awww man, I get that. I treat myself now to takeout and a movie on Fridays. Unless I have plans with friends, but even then, I just spend a little on myself because I'm not drinking, and I'm not spending money on drinking. It makes that disappointment a little less sharp feeling. So you so anything special for yourself on those days? Hope you have a great night 😊❤
I know exactly how you feel my friend. It's not easy. But being bored, is so much better than feeling like crap on Saturday morning and wondering what happened the night before!!! Keep it up my friend! God bless😊😊😊
This has got to be one of your best videos out there regarding trying to quit and what people go through. You nailed it. Thanks for helping others with your message!
I'm so sorry you're going through this, friend. It's so hard. I totally understand feeling helpless, and everyone here in this community understands to some degree what you're going through, but your experience is your own, and I won't claim to know entirely what you're going through. I'm sending the warmest thoughts and prayers your way from NY. I hope you continue coming back here. You can just talk in the comments, and normally, someone will respond. I hope you're okay tonight and that tomorrow is better for you. You can do this!! You really can! I believe in you!! Much love, friend ❤
I didn’t think I could quit either but it is doable. Please don’t give up on yourself. You deserve to have a beautiful life! Keep trying and reaching out. Nobody would/could help me either. I had to dig my heels in and do it myself. Sometimes we need medical assistance. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Hey spotted cow! Thank you for being here! I understand your frustration. I was there too. Is there anything I can do to help? Video idea? Just let me know what I can do to help. I'm sorry that things are so tough right now. Thank you! God bless❤❤❤❤❤
@@amandaflaherty7528 🥺thank you Amanda. Y’all really are the best. You guys have helped me through this more than you know. I’ll be back stronger than ever soon. Much love 🖤🖤
This whole thing with me was just start, quit, start, quit, start, quit, ad nauseum. I couldn't sustain it. It went out of control within days. And like I have said it didn't take much to light the fuse. Now I look at it as, "What is the point"? now. More interesting stories, LD. I needed to hear this stuff. I haven't felt too good today mentally.
Sending you love and prayers, Shades! I'm sorry you're not feeling well. I totally feel that cycle, and I'm so glad that you're no longer in it. I hope you have a great night 😊❤
Hey shades! Thank you man! I'm sorry that you haven't been feeling too good mentally lately. Is there anything I can do to help my friend? I'm always here! God bless😊😊😊
@@liverdisease-qb6rk That's ok. I feel a lot better today - was just in a bit of a funk yesterday. I might still be having some PAWS (post-acute withdrawal syndrome) symptoms. That can take up to nine months to completely resolved depending on your case/severity.
Vid topic idea: Do you worry about your children’s predisposition to alcoholism; have you talked to them about it; how would you approach that conversation; etc
Thumbs Up 👍 and shared out. It gets easier as you go. The main thing I’m learning is that we all need support. Life can and does happen. Excellent Video! Thank You So Much for all of your hard work!!!🫡💯💞
Thank you so much cindy! It's my pleasure! We all need each other, especially in the tough times. It's so nice to have this wonderful community to lean on each other with!!!! Thank younfor being such a huge part of it! God bless❤❤❤❤
Thanks for the great video LD. You are such an inspiration to me. I can really relate to that uncomfortable feeling of wanting to jump out of your own skin when trying to stop drinking. One day at a time! Sobriety feels good!
Hahahaha!!!! Thank you Craig! I have so many more to tell! When I day that I used to be crazy, I wasn't kidding!!!! Hope your day is going great! God bless❤❤❤😊😊
I have tried hundreds of ways to stop,and had long bouts with sobriety .. what finally worked for me was a realization that I had the same issue with money,food,work and people … it was my need to feel safe.. We are different and our paths are different… Just never give up
I have pancreatitis, so why you started talking about being very sick and pain, I knew you were about to say pancreatitis. My first time having it, I thought if I drink, it'll go away 😆 What a battle it is, but it taught me to be humble and accept the pain and hurt that was and is my life. The depression is very real. Thanks again for the topic, LD. I'm 73 days sober.
Congratulations on 73 days!! That's amazing!! You should be SO proud of yourself!! I'm so sorry you're battling depression. I'm sending tons of warm thoughts and good juju your way. Keep killin' it, friend! You've got this ❤🎊🎉😊
I cannot thank you enough for your inspiring and brutally honest videos . Even though I have almost 2 years sobriety, it is tough somedays, but you are a great source of support for me & I am sure for many others going through this struggle. God bless to you & your family. ❤🙏
Hey man, I just feel the need to comment here so youll see it sooner, its in reference to your 4th of july story. Please do not ever let a drunk driver get behind you.... dont pass them, go another way if you have too, just stay behind them. I had an experience where a drunk driver came close to killing me after I passed him. I passed him, and a few miles down the road he kicked it up to about 90 in a 40 and almost hit me
Hey LD another great video, I tell myself the same thing every day, not drinking today. Some days it’s takes all of me not to give in. Have I’ve been perfect, nope but I keep trying. I want to be a better version of myself and make healthy lifestyle changes. That’s what I’m focused on for this year and the years to come. Thank you for always sharing your beautiful space with us, I always feel like I’m right there with you. Just two friends talking. Have a wonderful rest of the day.
"It takes all of you," you said. I wonder if a lot of really grasp the totality of it ( we're battling our own demons), but to have u say that is very, very impressive
@@CraigFox-lt6lt right for me it’s the monotony of life sometimes. In my opinion, we work way too hard to obtain “things”, at times it doesn’t feel like I’m living in the present. There’s more to life than alcohol, for sure, my issue is how as a robot I nonchalantly purchase the wine or beer in addition to vegetables, fruits, etc. I’m not alone I see it all the time at the grocery store. I’m retraining my brain to not do it. I recall you sharing how tough it is for you when traveling for business and having the bar in the lobby and:or mini bar in the room. I feel I’m constantly being confronted with the evil thing! It’s just so easy to get it Craig. So I have to step up my game and stay the course.
@@Micru866you hit the nail on the head. The way that LD talks feels like having a conversation with a friend. That's what makes all if his advice to easy to take in! I totally get you with the supermarket scenario. Things are just so normalized. My whole family are drinkers to some degree. Nowadays, not so much,but there were times in life for everyone in my family where beer was regularly sitting in the cart next to the produce. Most of my family aren't problem drinkers and they still lived this way. I'm so not used to it anymore that when I go shopping with someone and they casually put a 6 pack in the cart I'm sort of startled! I believe that in time you'll feel the same way, my friend. Happy FriYAY eve! 😊❤
Hey micru866!!! You are so welcome and I feel the same way. When I film the videos, it's like I am just talking to a good friend of mine. It's how I always approach it. Thank you for being a part of it!!! God bless❤❤❤❤
@@Mmoose712 mind over matter. I would go for a run or ride my bicycle or go to the gym. Behavior is mental. Imagine you're on an island with no alcohol. Anything is possible.
Hey G, thanks for the video. ! It gives me comfort knowing that it will get easier. I had no reason to go get shots the other day, except that I just wanted to. I was feeling good, I had money, I was happy. This chemical is a real bitch. Thanks for the encouragement and understanding. Much love ❤❤❤
Hey jersey girl I’ve literally been at the liquor store buying garbage without even realizing it. Like a zombie ugh I’ve always been able to stick to my goals and this has taken over all rhyme or reason. I celebrate the wins and try not to focus too much on those times. We got this!!
@@Micru866 yeah yall do! Our brains can’t make sense out of the nonsense. Sometimes it just is what it is. Totally sucks! Idk if I could stay sober if my drug of choice was sold out in the open. Yall are tough as steel!!! As for me I’m so deathly afraid of falling or getting into an accident that I hardly leave the house. I can’t take an opiate Id rather die than b on those again. I think health problems or problems from abusing our drug of choice has kept me completely sober. It’s like seeing Satan right before you & you know what would happen.
@@Kristen10-22hi Kristen, I know what you mean about at times not even wanting to leave the house. I hate going to the grocery store nowadays because I feel I’m always being tested. I find myself in the aisle just staring at the poison and it takes a lot to walk away. I’m not always successful but it’s getting better. If I had to get a script or buy it illegally it wouldn’t be a problem because the fear of getting arrested would come into play. For a functioning person it’s a double edged sword. It’s tough but we can do it. Hope you and goose are staying cool my friend. Thank you for the message. 💜
@@Micru866 at first just driving past CVS & seeing the word “pharmacy” was a huge trigger! I think in the end I was just so enraged that I finally confessed and ticked at the system I finally told it to get the F out of my life. I don’t go to any cvs or Walgreens anymore. I use the same pharmacy, family owned for my meds. Never ever ever would I ever go to the streets ever. Not sure what stopped me but not my bro. In my mind I guess knowing it came from a doctor I was safe. Weird I know. I still can’t walk into a cvs and not think back to how it was. They r all the same. My toddler self finally gave up kicking and screaming. Difference is back then I told on myself & called every cvs to put a note in the system I can’t take those because…. I don’t leave because being sober here with all these people is too stimulating my brain goes into hyper awareness. Too many lights & sounds. I disassociate it’s awful. Here in Tx docs don’t give u anything ever. Yall are strong af though truly!
I once went through a two week bender, drinking a disgusting amount of liquor. Seriously. All day and all through the nights. I went through about 9-10 big bottles of booze in two weeks. When I quit (because I was so sick, throwing up non stop), I was feeling like death. I was hallucinating, hearing voices and seeing crazy images, whenever I tried to sleep. I couldn’t sleep for a week. It was so scary. I had no control over my mind/brain. Luckily, I pulled through and it got better. I made it. I still worry sometimes and hope I didn’t do any permanent damage to my brain. I still don’t know what the hell I was thinking and the thought of liquor still makes me nauseous 🤢 Oddly enough, I don’t do that with beer or wine. But, I lose control with hard liquor. Lucky for me, I have no desire to touch the stuff again. I hope that continues forever.
I can totally reach to what you are saying here my friend! I'm really happy for you that you don't drink that stuff anymore!!! I hope that you don't want to anymore either! Thank you! God bless 😊😊😊
Man, sounds like you were good at hiding your habbit, probably not a good thing. That feeling when you black out at family events, i get the worst anxiety thinking i did/said something stupid or worse, insulted someone. I feel like such a embarrassment of a person in those moments
Hey trippyseeds! I know exactly what you mean. I would get a phone call the next day with the line... " do you remember what you did last night? " that's when the anxiety would ramp up so high!!! Thank you for sharing! God bless😊😊😊
Absolutely! 100 percent. I have talked about that a bunch of times. I really think that my diagnosis has helped me through the tough times. I want to live! Thank you for the question jersey girl! I hope your day is going great! God bless❤❤❤❤
Ive wheeled myself to the liquor store in a wheelchair cuz i had a broken leg in the winter after a blizzard in chicago! Over 3 feet of snow ❄️ on the ground. Alcohol is a HARDCORE DRUG/ADDICTION if it gets that far. Its not all fun and games all the time like the beer commercials try to make it seem. The CEOS OF THESE COMPANIES ARE NOT DRINKERS
Many people who are struggling can find strength in your message.
Thank you so much Cheryl!!! God bless❤❤❤❤
Heartbreaking to hear the story of your getting within striking distance of sobriety and then falling to the insidious internal voice of alcohol in your head. Must have been heartbreaking to those who love you, too. While it's heartbreaking, of course, it gives you the credibility and the passion to reach those struggling for sobriety who might otherwise be lost. So much admiration for your work, your commitment and your good, kind, humble character. Wishing you all the best, LD. ❤😊❤
Thank you Kathryn! I often contemplate my drinking, why I did it, why so much, why I never stopped. But, now here I am. Life can take us down paths and we don't understand why at the moment, I really believe that this was my path, I was supposed to be here. I wouldn't change it now. If i could. Thank you again! God bless❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊
Drinking today steals tomorrow’s happiness, it’s really self sabotage. For me it’s either all or nothing… just trying to take it one day at a time. God bless everyone on here we’ve got this 🙏🏻
You've got this, Brandon! I believe in you ❤❤❤
You are so right!! Thank you for sharing this and God bless you too my friend!!!! ❤😊
Yes it is tough when first trying to quit. I relapsed more times than I can count before I finally got sober for good! I'm glad you were able to finally do the same! Hopefully, this is truly the end of our drinking careers because no one deserves to go through any of that crap. It feels so good to wake up with a clear mind, and no more headaches, nausea, or that awful metabolized alcohol smell lingering. Yuck!! 🤮 Life is a whole heck of a lot better on this side, and you're right, it does get easier with time and the cravings become less intense eventually. Good message today my friend; this will reach a lot of people. Thanks LD, hope to catch you live this weekend!❤
Thank you David!!! We definitely aren't going back to that! Absolutely not!!!! Being g sober and not dealing with all the crap that comes along with it is way too important!!!! Hope your day is a great one my friend! God bless❤❤❤❤
You said it all perfectly, LD! It can feel desperate when you want to drink. But if you can distract yourself through the craving, you'll feel so empowered. Maybe not the first time, but eventually, you absolutely will. You can also definitely trick yourself into thinking that you can control your drinking once you've got some time under your belt. But for most of us, that's just not true. I always want more. But it's also true that once you've given your brain a moment to reprogram, and you've given yourself the chance to build a new routine (whatever that looks like for you), it really does get easier. And the gratitude you feel for the benefits that you WILL receive will help you to remain sober. I can definitely attest to going through boring moments, only to find a new appreciation for everything that life has to offer. I just had to give it time before the alcohol stopped controlling my thoughts. Anyways, im pretty much just repeating you, such great statements, friend. Have a lovely evening, all!! ❤❤❤
Thank you so much Amanda!!! You are so kind! I hope that your day is a wonderful one and you have a great weekend as well!!!! Thank you so much for being so supportive!!!! God bless❤❤❤
Thanks for sharing your story with us. Im off to set up my AA meeting. Good luck to all contemplating sobriety ❤
Absolutely! You are so welcome! I hope your meeting went great! God bless😊😊❤
The reason I don’t drink isint even the hangover the next day, it’s knowing that now I am addicted and I don’t think I could have the strength to quit again.
@@adambrady7742 I share in that fear Adam. You aren’t alone
Well, you are doing an amazing job, Adam. I hope you had a great day 😊❤🎉
Congrats it’s hard ❤
@@MonaYY_Rig hi Mona 🤩
Wishing you a great day my friend
I hope you are doing well ❌⭕️❌⭕️♥️
I know how you feel Adam! I don't ever want to go through that again! Thank you! God bkess😊😊
Awwww my heart hurts for the pain you went through 😢 God has blessed you Indeed LD. Congratulations on the growth of your channel through your determination to share the awareness of AUD 🥰🥰
Thank you mona!!! It's definitely grown very fast lately!!!! Thank you for being here since I started!!!! I can't thank you enough for your continued kind and lovely support! God bless❤❤❤❤❤
I used to take breaks at work just to put the car seat heater on to help relieve the pain of pancreatitis in my back . Then drink after work to not care
Another 'weird " and interesting habit to circumvent facing the actions that need to be taking
Thanks for sharing 👍
That sounds like a total nightmare. I'm so glad you're not in that position anymore. Have a great night 😊❤
Man..... pancreatitis sucks so bad! I would drink during it all the time. I've had it so many times now.... horrible!!!! Thank you for sharing paul! God bless 😊😊😊
Praying for you LD. Thank you for all of your videos. I hope you have a great evening man! Enjoy being with your family! :)
Thank you so much for the prayers will! I had a great evening and I hope you did too! Thank you so much for the prayers too my friend! God bless❤❤😊😊
your videos and those of others are helping me not drink so much! I cannot thank you enuff sir.
You are so welcome my friend! So happy to hear that!!! Keep up the great work! Thank you! God bless 😊
Stay strong, it really gets so much easier it’s wild.
Doug1967...Thanks for the feedback and positivity!!! So good to hear!!
You've got this, Dougi!!! Keep up the great work!! ❤🎉🎊
The life readjustment part is rough! I feel so empty on those occasions, where''d I normally be throwing beers back one after the other. it's just an awkward, lost, and shallow feeling. Driving home after work on Friday, I'll be a great mood thinking about the weekend, sleeping in, making plans etc... and boom the random thought pops up into mind and reminds me that I'm not stopping by the store to grab a 12 pack and it just kills the weekend vibes for the rest of the drive.
Awww man, I get that. I treat myself now to takeout and a movie on Fridays. Unless I have plans with friends, but even then, I just spend a little on myself because I'm not drinking, and I'm not spending money on drinking. It makes that disappointment a little less sharp feeling. So you so anything special for yourself on those days? Hope you have a great night 😊❤
@@amandaflaherty7528That’s an excellent idea. We do save a lot of money when we quit so spending a little on dinner and a movie 🍿 is a solid reward!!😊
I know exactly how you feel my friend. It's not easy. But being bored, is so much better than feeling like crap on Saturday morning and wondering what happened the night before!!! Keep it up my friend! God bless😊😊😊
This has got to be one of your best videos out there regarding trying to quit and what people go through. You nailed it. Thanks for helping others with your message!
Thank you so much for saying that topgun! You are so awesome! God bless😊😊❤
I totally agree!!!
I love your daily videos..I am in the depths of hell..I can’t stop..I need someone to help me and no one will
I'm so sorry you're going through this, friend. It's so hard. I totally understand feeling helpless, and everyone here in this community understands to some degree what you're going through, but your experience is your own, and I won't claim to know entirely what you're going through. I'm sending the warmest thoughts and prayers your way from NY. I hope you continue coming back here. You can just talk in the comments, and normally, someone will respond. I hope you're okay tonight and that tomorrow is better for you. You can do this!! You really can! I believe in you!! Much love, friend ❤
I didn’t think I could quit either but it is doable. Please don’t give up on yourself. You deserve to have a beautiful life! Keep trying and reaching out. Nobody would/could help me either. I had to dig my heels in and do it myself. Sometimes we need medical assistance. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Hey spotted cow! Thank you for being here! I understand your frustration. I was there too. Is there anything I can do to help? Video idea? Just let me know what I can do to help. I'm sorry that things are so tough right now. Thank you! God bless❤❤❤❤❤
God bless you man.
Hey Slayer, how are you doing?
Sending you all this love, all these prayers, and tons of good juju Slay! ❤️😊🙏🫂 you've got friends who are thinking about you
@@Mmoose712 I’m hanging in there angela 🙏🖤, just trying to get back to my feet again. Thank you for asking
@@amandaflaherty7528 🥺thank you Amanda. Y’all really are the best. You guys have helped me through this more than you know. I’ll be back stronger than ever soon.
Much love 🖤🖤
Slayer ! 🫶🏻
This whole thing with me was just start, quit, start, quit, start, quit, ad nauseum. I couldn't sustain it. It went out of control within days. And like I have said it didn't take much to light the fuse. Now I look at it as, "What is the point"? now. More interesting stories, LD. I needed to hear this stuff. I haven't felt too good today mentally.
Not good mentally Shades? Sorry for that, whatever it is..forward ho!! It's never pointless man!
Sending you love and prayers, Shades! I'm sorry you're not feeling well. I totally feel that cycle, and I'm so glad that you're no longer in it. I hope you have a great night 😊❤
Prayers friend 💚🫶🏻
Hey shades! Thank you man! I'm sorry that you haven't been feeling too good mentally lately. Is there anything I can do to help my friend? I'm always here! God bless😊😊😊
@@liverdisease-qb6rk That's ok. I feel a lot better today - was just in a bit of a funk yesterday. I might still be having some PAWS (post-acute withdrawal syndrome) symptoms. That can take up to nine months to completely resolved depending on your case/severity.
Vid topic idea: Do you worry about your children’s predisposition to alcoholism; have you talked to them about it; how would you approach that conversation; etc
I’ve talked to mine about it🙏🏻
Thank you for the idea! Will do! God bless 😊😊😊
Yes indeed we all can do it! Thanks LD ❤
Absolutely, we can!!! 😊❤🎉
@@amandaflaherty7528Yes we can!💯
💯! Thank you laura! God bless ❤❤❤❤
You hit the nail on the head with all of the withdraw symptoms. They’re horrendous sometimes
Thank you! They are absolutely horrible!!!! God bless❤❤😊😊
You’re the man LD
Thank you chilluminati! I really appreciate that! God bless 😊😊😊
Thumbs Up 👍 and shared out. It gets easier as you go. The main thing I’m learning is that we all need support. Life can and does happen. Excellent Video! Thank You So Much for all of your hard work!!!🫡💯💞
So true!!! No one left behind ❤️🩹.
Thank you so much cindy! It's my pleasure! We all need each other, especially in the tough times. It's so nice to have this wonderful community to lean on each other with!!!! Thank younfor being such a huge part of it! God bless❤❤❤❤
I really like your videos. I like your honesty.
Thank you so mcub Shari!!! I really appreciate you being here! God bless❤
One of your best videos my friend. Truly amazing. Thank you.
Inspiring talk, as always.. thank you LD
Thanks for the great video LD. You are such an inspiration to me. I can really relate to that uncomfortable feeling of wanting to jump out of your own skin when trying to stop drinking. One day at a time! Sobriety feels good!
Thank you angie!!! I used to feel like that all the time!!!! Hope your day is going well! God bless❤❤❤❤❤
It's that feeling tho man!!! You get that high gravity feeling and you want more more more!!!
The reverse of a "happy camper" LD.....you well a belligerent boozy badger!! (And ruined your trip) Your stories are GREAT!!
Thanks man!!!
Belligerent boozy badger😂😂😂
@@Mmoose712🤣
Hahahaha!!!! Thank you Craig! I have so many more to tell! When I day that I used to be crazy, I wasn't kidding!!!! Hope your day is going great! God bless❤❤❤😊😊
I have tried hundreds of ways to stop,and had long bouts with sobriety .. what finally worked for me was a realization that I had the same issue with money,food,work and people … it was my need to feel safe.. We are different and our paths are different… Just never give up
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@@liverdisease-qb6rk right there with ya! 🙏🏻♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Just wanted to say hi and love you, Kristen!! ❤😊❤
@@amandaflaherty7528 Love u too tons Aman
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I hope you have a good day my friend big hugs 🥰
I have pancreatitis, so why you started talking about being very sick and pain, I knew you were about to say pancreatitis. My first time having it, I thought if I drink, it'll go away 😆
What a battle it is, but it taught me to be humble and accept the pain and hurt that was and is my life. The depression is very real. Thanks again for the topic, LD. I'm 73 days sober.
Congratulations on 73 days!! That's amazing!! You should be SO proud of yourself!! I'm so sorry you're battling depression. I'm sending tons of warm thoughts and good juju your way. Keep killin' it, friend! You've got this ❤🎊🎉😊
@amandaflaherty7528 Thank you, Amanda. I appreciate you and everyone here ❤️
@@veronicafoxx27Congratulations! I’m right behind you with almost two months sober! I’m so sorry you’re in pain. I hope you get well very Soon.🙏❤️🩹
@veronicafoxx27 I appreciate you, too! Have a wonderful day ❤️
@CMoore8539 Cindy, I'm so proud of all of you do!! I hope that you are, too. You've got this, friend, keep being amazing!! ❤️🎉🎊
tractor story reminds me of 'Walk the Line'
lol, now I have that image in my head
I cannot thank you enough for your inspiring and brutally honest videos . Even though I have almost 2 years sobriety, it is tough somedays, but you are a great source of support for me & I am sure for many others going through this struggle. God bless to you & your family. ❤🙏
You are so welcome Andrew! I really appreciate you being here! I'm right there with you, 2 years and I still get cravings too! Thank you! God bless😊😊❤
Hey man, I just feel the need to comment here so youll see it sooner, its in reference to your 4th of july story. Please do not ever let a drunk driver get behind you.... dont pass them, go another way if you have too, just stay behind them. I had an experience where a drunk driver came close to killing me after I passed him. I passed him, and a few miles down the road he kicked it up to about 90 in a 40 and almost hit me
Oh my gosh, I'm so glad you're okay, Bonzeye!!! That's so scary!! Thank you for sharing this. ❤
That’s good advice! Wow! I’m glad you’re okay.
Hey bonzeye! Thank you so much for the advice! I'm sorry that happened, glad you are ok!!! Hope all is well my friend! God bless😊😊😊
Hey LD another great video, I tell myself the same thing every day, not drinking today. Some days it’s takes all of me not to give in. Have I’ve been perfect, nope but I keep trying. I want to be a better version of myself and make healthy lifestyle changes. That’s what I’m focused on for this year and the years to come. Thank you for always sharing your beautiful space with us, I always feel like I’m right there with you. Just two friends talking. Have a wonderful rest of the day.
"It takes all of you," you said. I wonder if a lot of really grasp the totality of it ( we're battling our own demons), but to have u say that is very, very impressive
@@CraigFox-lt6lt right for me it’s the monotony of life sometimes. In my opinion, we work way too hard to obtain “things”, at times it doesn’t feel like I’m living in the present. There’s more to life than alcohol, for sure, my issue is how as a robot I nonchalantly purchase the wine or beer in addition to vegetables, fruits, etc. I’m not alone I see it all the time at the grocery store. I’m retraining my brain to not do it. I recall you sharing how tough it is for you when traveling for business and having the bar in the lobby and:or mini bar in the room. I feel I’m constantly being confronted with the evil thing! It’s just so easy to get it Craig. So I have to step up my game and stay the course.
@@Micru866you hit the nail on the head. The way that LD talks feels like having a conversation with a friend. That's what makes all if his advice to easy to take in! I totally get you with the supermarket scenario. Things are just so normalized. My whole family are drinkers to some degree. Nowadays, not so much,but there were times in life for everyone in my family where beer was regularly sitting in the cart next to the produce. Most of my family aren't problem drinkers and they still lived this way. I'm so not used to it anymore that when I go shopping with someone and they casually put a 6 pack in the cart I'm sort of startled! I believe that in time you'll feel the same way, my friend. Happy FriYAY eve! 😊❤
@@amandaflaherty7528hey Amanda happy Friday! 🎉
That’s the hurdle, choosing not to put it in the cart. Hope it’s a great day for you my friend.
Hey micru866!!! You are so welcome and I feel the same way. When I film the videos, it's like I am just talking to a good friend of mine. It's how I always approach it. Thank you for being a part of it!!! God bless❤❤❤❤
I quit smoking and drinking 11 years ago. Hit the gym every day.
How did you handle withdrawals???
@@Mmoose712 mind over matter. I would go for a run or ride my bicycle or go to the gym. Behavior is mental. Imagine you're on an island with no alcohol. Anything is possible.
@@Roscoesadiegreat advice! Imagination is powerful. Why not imagine smokes or drinks are unavailable!
Wow!! Congratulations on 11 years, Roscoe!! You shpukd be so proud of yourself 😊🎉🎊
That's so awesome!!!! Congratulations on 11 years my friend!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 God bless😊😊
Saying this time i will control my drinking is like an abusive spouse saying i will never hit you again.
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Good video. Seems like you had some lucky escapes with the boys in blue. I bet you’re pleased you don’t have to deal with that anymore.
Thank you! Absolutely 100 percent!!!! Definitely don't have to worry about that anymore!!! God bless 😊😊❤
Hey G, thanks for the video. ! It gives me comfort knowing that it will get easier. I had no reason to go get shots the other day, except that I just wanted to. I was feeling good, I had money, I was happy. This chemical is a real bitch. Thanks for the encouragement and understanding. Much love ❤❤❤
@@cheryldeanley2074 hugs friend ..
Just promise not to quit trying ❌⭕️❌⭕️
Hey jersey girl I’ve literally been at the liquor store buying garbage without even realizing it. Like a zombie ugh I’ve always been able to stick to my goals and this has taken over all rhyme or reason. I celebrate the wins and try not to focus too much on those times. We got this!!
@@Micru866 yeah yall do!
Our brains can’t make sense out of the nonsense. Sometimes it just is what it is. Totally sucks! Idk if I could stay sober if my drug of choice was sold out in the open. Yall are tough as steel!!! As for me I’m so deathly afraid of falling or getting into an accident that I hardly leave the house. I can’t take an opiate Id rather die than b on those again.
I think health problems or problems from abusing our drug of choice has kept me completely sober.
It’s like seeing Satan right before you & you know what would happen.
@@Kristen10-22hi Kristen, I know what you mean about at times not even wanting to leave the house. I hate going to the grocery store nowadays because I feel I’m always being tested. I find myself in the aisle just staring at the poison and it takes a lot to walk away. I’m not always successful but it’s getting better. If I had to get a script or buy it illegally it wouldn’t be a problem because the fear of getting arrested would come into play. For a functioning person it’s a double edged sword. It’s tough but we can do it. Hope you and goose are staying cool my friend. Thank you for the message. 💜
@@Micru866 at first just driving past CVS & seeing the word “pharmacy” was a huge trigger! I think in the end I was just so enraged that I finally confessed and ticked at the system I finally told it to get the F out of my life. I don’t go to any cvs or Walgreens anymore. I use the same pharmacy, family owned for my meds. Never ever ever would I ever go to the streets ever. Not sure what stopped me but not my bro. In my mind I guess knowing it came from a doctor I was safe. Weird I know.
I still can’t walk into a cvs and not think back to how it was. They r all the same. My toddler self finally gave up kicking and screaming. Difference is back then I told on myself & called every cvs to put a note in the system I can’t take those because….
I don’t leave because being sober here with all these people is too stimulating my brain goes into hyper awareness. Too many lights & sounds.
I disassociate it’s awful. Here in Tx docs don’t give u anything ever.
Yall are strong af though truly!
We fool ourselves so many times.
Absolutely!!!! So many times.... thanks Gary! God bless😊
solid message LD!! 8k subs🎉 congrats!
Thank you so much olives!!! God bless😊😊❤❤
I once went through a two week bender, drinking a disgusting amount of liquor. Seriously. All day and all through the nights. I went through about 9-10 big bottles of booze in two weeks. When I quit (because I was so sick, throwing up non stop), I was feeling like death. I was hallucinating, hearing voices and seeing crazy images, whenever I tried to sleep. I couldn’t sleep for a week. It was so scary. I had no control over my mind/brain. Luckily, I pulled through and it got better. I made it. I still worry sometimes and hope I didn’t do any permanent damage to my brain. I still don’t know what the hell I was thinking and the thought of liquor still makes me nauseous 🤢 Oddly enough, I don’t do that with beer or wine. But, I lose control with hard liquor. Lucky for me, I have no desire to touch the stuff again. I hope that continues forever.
I can totally reach to what you are saying here my friend! I'm really happy for you that you don't drink that stuff anymore!!! I hope that you don't want to anymore either! Thank you! God bless 😊😊😊
Same thing happened to me, off 5 weeks and it took a month to get back going and two months to get back to liquor
Its 811 for digging
Any tips on living in the moment and being present?
Man, sounds like you were good at hiding your habbit, probably not a good thing. That feeling when you black out at family events, i get the worst anxiety thinking i did/said something stupid or worse, insulted someone. I feel like such a embarrassment of a person in those moments
Hey trippyseeds! I know exactly what you mean. I would get a phone call the next day with the line... " do you remember what you did last night? " that's when the anxiety would ramp up so high!!! Thank you for sharing! God bless😊😊😊
Hey G, question. Do you think its easier for you not to drink because of your cirrhosis and other issues. Just wondering. ❤❤❤
Absolutely! 100 percent. I have talked about that a bunch of times. I really think that my diagnosis has helped me through the tough times. I want to live! Thank you for the question jersey girl! I hope your day is going great! God bless❤❤❤❤
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Sweet!!!😊😊
Look at you popcorn boxing 🥊 first in line!! Wooo hoo!! 😊
Not for long popcorn, NOT for long
Kristen will have u in her cross hares B4 long
LOL.😅😊
@@CraigFox-lt6lt love yall and Craig yep! Your silly 🤪 Thanks for the laugh
I’ve missed yall
One withdraw symptom I deal with is irritability. I'd be so damn angry all the time and it is exausting.
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Ive wheeled myself to the liquor store in a wheelchair cuz i had a broken leg in the winter after a blizzard in chicago! Over 3 feet of snow ❄️ on the ground. Alcohol is a HARDCORE DRUG/ADDICTION if it gets that far. Its not all fun and games all the time like the beer commercials try to make it seem. The CEOS OF THESE COMPANIES ARE NOT DRINKERS
Same thing happened to me, off 5 weeks and it took a month to get back going and two months to get back to liquor