Newbie here

[jwtina]

Hi all. Yesterday I took the NHS pledge to remain alcohol free for 3 days a week.Just back from summer hols so you can imagine drinks were plentiful! Any advice would be most welcome.Thanks everyone.

[Isinatra]

Hi and welcome. I’m one of those people who needed to stop cuz alcohol was controlling me, I wasn’t controlling it. I couldn’t cut back and I tried it all and invented some. I had to quit. Alcohol was was the cause of my problems or atleast exacerbated the ones that started me drinking in the first place. I just wanted to let you know that you have been heard and good luck on your journey. 🍀

[jwtina in reply to Isinatra]

Thank you for your reply. Good to know you are out there. 😀. Its far too hot for alcohol at the moment anyway. Just reaching for water & soft drinks at the moment.

[Isinatra in reply to jwtina]

Yup…it’s waaaay too hot. Water all the time and ice cold lemonade is my heat buster.

[Sago1]

My suggestion isn't particularly healthy but really help curb my cravings - sugar! I indulged in all the chocolate and cake I had been telling myself was bad up til then. Its only a short term help, as sugar isn't good for the body either, but at least it doesn't give hangovers!

[jwtina in reply to Sago1]

I love your suggestion! Seriously, I'm relaxing my 'diet rules' simply for the reason that I want to conquer one thing at a time. I will end up putting on a few pounds but at least it's not as bad for my health as alcohol. 😀.

[Sago1 in reply to jwtina]

Yes! one difficult challenge at a time. Good luck and bon appetit!

[Jolly72]

Hi I also have took the NHS pledge as I was so used to coming in from work and having a glass of wine or maybe 2. I would just like to be able to have a drink if we are out or celebrating. I do not want to go back to drinking every night and saying it’s ok it’s only 1. Good luck 🥰

[jwtina in reply to Jolly72]

Thanks. Yes, I know what you mean. Its so easy to drink every night. I just need to break this habit.

[Missmiggins]

Hello I signed up to the same pledge of 3 days alcohol free yesterday too! 1 day down so far! How have you been getting on, has it been ok?