I pledged never to drink again last night, but now I am going out to drink again. What's wrong with me?

Question

Thanks. I will keep drinking until it's just about to destroy my life, but until then, party on Wayne.

Answer 1

Your an alcoholic!

Answer 2

I did the same thing with prescription medications. I wanted any controlled substance from my doctor(s) and began "doctor shopping" so my doctor's didn't know exactly what medication(s), strength or quantity I was really getting nor did they know I was seeing the other doctors. I used different pharmacies and researched the necessary symptoms I needed to have to get the medications I wanted and eventually needed. It ended up ruining my life, and the consequences of my actions were much greater than I ever thought I could have faced. I'm lucky I never got a DUI or killed myself or someone else. Thank god I had people in my life that intervened and got me help. I thought I was so smart by manipulating my doctors, getting medications that most people wouldn't be able to get and being able to keep all my ducks in a row. That eventually was my downfall - I eventually lost my job, totalled my car and lost my relationship of 8 years. It's a series of "yet's" - stop now so you don't have to lose anymore than you already have. I'd question the reason you pledged to never drink again. Most "normal" drinkers don't think that way. Getting sober is not a hobby - it's a serious disease that needs treatment from my experience - but you can have fun without drinking or using drugs. I'm living proof of that - and your life will get amazingly better. Just don't drink one day at a time no matter what happens in your life - it can't even be an option anymore if you are truly an alcoholic, which is something only you can decide. I wish you the best with your commitment - just remember, there's nothing wrong with you and relapsing is very, very common in the recovery process of alcoholism and drug addiction.
Easy Does It!!! (Peace)

Answer 3

Many people these days ask this same question.

What is wrong with you is you are not a strong minded person.

I don't know if you have a drinking problem or not that is something only you can answer. That depends on how often you drink, why you drink and etc.

If you are going out with friends and drinking because you want to be part of the crowd. And yet, you know how terrible you felt last night; only you have the strength to say; "enough already"

Instead of saying I will never drink again; try never getting drunk. It is okay, if you drink one or two but it is never safe to get drunk. There are AA meetings in every town. Just go to one and listen; that is a way to see if you have a problem or not.

Best of everything to you; Granny

Answer 4

I said that too a couple days ago, and I think this time I am sticking to my word. I went to a co-workers party, and drunk 8 shots of Jeagermeister, then went to the store and got a 30 pack and a 1/2 of Rum, drunk at least 10 shots of the rum, I can't even remember what it was called, I was so sh!t faced, I ended up puking all over myself, I had to work the next day, got up at 6, drove home, found out I was still tore up, went to sleep, didn't even go to work, was drunk untill 9 PM the next day, and didn't have the stuff out of my system untill 330 in the morning, that was like a 36 hour buzz. My problem is once I start drinknig I can't stop until I am either out of alcohol, out of money or blacked out.

Answer 5

The alcohol industry is bigger than you are. They pour millions of dollars into advertisement, touting that if you want to be in you need a drink in your hand, or in order to talk to that beautful woman you have to have a beer in hand. When in truth drinking can cost you thousands of dollars, for a DUI, car towing, the school you'll have to go to, and pray you don't have an accident and hurt anybody else, then its an automatic TEN days in jail, oh yeah, don't forget how much you'll have to pay your attorney. You lose your license for awhile also, and your insurance goes up. You might lose your job. People have also died from drinking. It kills around 200 brain cells per beer, they don't come back either. So, if one keeps hammering them down, they'll be drooling on themselves and can't remember nothing when they get older. If you continue to drink alot, your brain starts to crave it and needs it. Some people die from the withdrawal. Alcohol and heroin are the same kind of drug....WOW!!! huh?, is what i thought when i learned this. They are the only two drugs that plant themselves in your brain and cause cravings and addictions. Alcohol is the only drug that changes the shape of your cells. Not trying to preach, just pure facts from someone whose found a relative who drank themself to death. Try the many different hobbies, sports, or an AA support group Just remember its bigger than you are Hope this helps

Answer 6

I do that every time I wake up from a night of partying. You feel so sick from all the alcohol that you swear to never drink again especially if you were hungover really bad. Then you feel good and decide why not?, everyone else is going.

Answer 7

I don't know. I don't even know your history. The definition of an alcoholic is basically someone who drinks so much it controls their life. But it all really comes down to willpower. I know guys who come from alcoholic families that are casual drinkers, and I know goody goodys that are complete drunks. Also, I admit that I had one major drinking problem for awhile, but I just kind of grew out of it. Kind of got bored of it. Alcoholism is a made up term to scare you into "getting better"(and apparently accepting Jesus is part of the equation...somehow) The same with people who eat to much/little, smokers, and many of the other "addictions" people have. It all comes down to willpower. Oh, and don't go to AA. It's just another way for Christians to expand their ranks(by the way I have nothing against Christianity, just all the different "help" groups they use to recruit) If you need help here's a helpful tip. "Put down the beer"

Answer 8

You should be asking yourself why do I drink! I'm 40 and I've been there. Hangovers are not fun. I used to drink and party all the time. Now, I sometimes substitute it with ....
As the saying goes:
Who do you trust?

Man made beer
God made weed

Answer 9

Hey Guy,

While I read with interest what everyone had to say, I couldn't help but notice that nobody looked at the added details.

You say you will drink "until your life is almost ruined". Most people don't get that lucky. I am one of them. I have lost jobs and friends. Do yourself a big favor, quit while you're ahead.

Or at least try what others have suggested, please try to drink in moderation.

James

Answer 10

This is a good sign!!! You are admitting you are having a problem. You know deep down you are an alcoholic and its ruining your life. Now take action and get help right away. Go to AA or check yourself into rehab. Get support groups and be strong. You are ready to get sober.

Answer 11

I would never vow not to drink, I drink.. but socially that I don't get drunk. It is all about will-power, and when you see it that way, the alcohol does not control u. You control it!

And you will never be an alcoholic if you are in control and know in your sane mind when to stop.

French drink in their culture and nuthing wrong with that. Part of the whole AAA thing is due to our society and culture here.