How to Give up Drinking Liquor
Most individuals who abuse alcohol know the reasons why they must give up drinking, but the how continues to puzzle even this most diligent person among us. Maybe you have made a huge legal mess or you've lost one more job. Its possible that you were abandoned by both your spouse and family members because of your behavior. Whatever your reason is, it is time to take a good look at yourself and finally be certain to stop drinking liquor.
Alcoholics usually know that they have to give up the bad habit. Most 'normal' individuals do not just wake up and say, "I think I should stop drinking." Many individuals who drink heavily know deep down inside that they have a problem.
Wouldn't it be nice if there were a Magic Pill which made you give up drinking? Or maybe a hypnotist to 'reprogram' your craving for alcohol. Wouldn't a time machine be nice, go back in time before you had a problem and refrain from that very first drink?
The fact of the matter is there is no fast and easy way. First, you need to learn how to live your life without alcohol. Some people will crave for alcohol and this could be a long and painful phase. If you want to succeed then you could use some tools and strategies. Heavy drinkers need help through withdrawal and detox. So before quitting, ask for a physician's advice. Others will only experience minimal physical discomfort. A lot of alcoholics have tried to quit once or twice in their lives. It could take years before one could get rid of the physical cravings. You will not succeed if you don't learn to live a life without alcohol. For every one thousand alcoholics, only one stays sober for at least 2 years. The odds are dismal but there is a way to be that 1.
Yes, most individuals would fail if they do not give up drinking in a careful, methodical way.
First, you have to convince yourself that you must quit drinking.
If you really would like to give up drinking alcohol then you have to jot down each and every possible reason why you. Write down each and every reason you can think of. Be sure and include anyone you hurt, how humiliated you are, and any damage you have caused. Put this paper in a safe place so that you could read it if you need to expel any doubt that your should give up drinking alcohol.
It could also help if you think about the money you spend every time you drink alcohol - buying it, going to bars, the legal fees and salary loss. Make sure you have the numbers right when you check your budget and credit card statements. Alcohol abuse is detrimental in a lot of aspects - physically, mentally and financially.
This kind of truthful introspection is something you would have to get used to in order to come to terms with your life and recover fully. You will know when you're prepared and committed to quit drinking liquor.
Get to a Physician
Your doctor will evaluate the damage you've done to your body. Advice on how to quit drinking alcohol is something a physician can give as well. You may need hospitalization and medical supervision, or you may be able to go it by yourself.
Make Certain to Tell Those You Trust
Another effective method to quit drinking is to tell trusted people who would understand that you are going to stop drinking and you might need their help. If they really care about you then they would support you.
Find Meetings
If you want to be with people who have experienced what you are experiencing then the 12 Step Meetings is the place to go to. Start by looking for 12 Step Meetings around your neighborhood. Various kinds of people with various kinds of problems go to different kinds of meetings. Attend a lot of meetings all around your area; in fact, you should attend ninety meetings in 90 days. You will learn more about quitting in these meetings than anywhere else.
If you have reached this point then that is something to be really proud of. Just continue to be strong and control the cravings...live a life without liquor in your system.
Most individuals who abuse alcohol know the reasons why they must give up drinking, but the how continues to puzzle even this most diligent person among us. Maybe you have made a huge legal mess or you've lost one more job. Its possible that you were abandoned by both your spouse and family members because of your behavior. Whatever your reason is, it is time to take a good look at yourself and finally be certain to stop drinking liquor.
Alcoholics usually know that they have to give up the bad habit. Most 'normal' individuals do not just wake up and say, "I think I should stop drinking." Many individuals who drink heavily know deep down inside that they have a problem.
Wouldn't it be nice if there were a Magic Pill which made you give up drinking? Or maybe a hypnotist to 'reprogram' your craving for alcohol. Wouldn't a time machine be nice, go back in time before you had a problem and refrain from that very first drink?
The fact of the matter is there is no fast and easy way. First, you need to learn how to live your life without alcohol. Some people will crave for alcohol and this could be a long and painful phase. If you want to succeed then you could use some tools and strategies. Heavy drinkers need help through withdrawal and detox. So before quitting, ask for a physician's advice. Others will only experience minimal physical discomfort. A lot of alcoholics have tried to quit once or twice in their lives. It could take years before one could get rid of the physical cravings. You will not succeed if you don't learn to live a life without alcohol. For every one thousand alcoholics, only one stays sober for at least 2 years. The odds are dismal but there is a way to be that 1.
Yes, most individuals would fail if they do not give up drinking in a careful, methodical way.
First, you have to convince yourself that you must quit drinking.
If you really would like to give up drinking alcohol then you have to jot down each and every possible reason why you. Write down each and every reason you can think of. Be sure and include anyone you hurt, how humiliated you are, and any damage you have caused. Put this paper in a safe place so that you could read it if you need to expel any doubt that your should give up drinking alcohol.
It could also help if you think about the money you spend every time you drink alcohol - buying it, going to bars, the legal fees and salary loss. Make sure you have the numbers right when you check your budget and credit card statements. Alcohol abuse is detrimental in a lot of aspects - physically, mentally and financially.
This kind of truthful introspection is something you would have to get used to in order to come to terms with your life and recover fully. You will know when you're prepared and committed to quit drinking liquor.
Get to a Physician
Your doctor will evaluate the damage you've done to your body. Advice on how to quit drinking alcohol is something a physician can give as well. You may need hospitalization and medical supervision, or you may be able to go it by yourself.
Make Certain to Tell Those You Trust
Another effective method to quit drinking is to tell trusted people who would understand that you are going to stop drinking and you might need their help. If they really care about you then they would support you.
Find Meetings
If you want to be with people who have experienced what you are experiencing then the 12 Step Meetings is the place to go to. Start by looking for 12 Step Meetings around your neighborhood. Various kinds of people with various kinds of problems go to different kinds of meetings. Attend a lot of meetings all around your area; in fact, you should attend ninety meetings in 90 days. You will learn more about quitting in these meetings than anywhere else.
If you have reached this point then that is something to be really proud of. Just continue to be strong and control the cravings...live a life without liquor in your system.
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