Ussually people in aa figure this question means your in denial,which I don't agree with
2007-05-20 02:19:19 · 13 answers · asked by ? 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
Yes. I was an alcoholic for a number of years. I managed to stop by myself. It wasn't easy - but I was pregnant and |I had to decide to start living again for my sake and the sake of my unborn child. It was like the death of my old way of life and with it came grief and uncertainty but as time went by each day became easier. You can do it if you really want to do it. You have to want it more than anything else in the world. The first step is always the hardest. For me the first step was deciding I was out of control and I had to take control again. I finished my last bottle and said No more, I stuck to it and it was hard at first but drinking is a response, its something youve used as part of a bad coping strategy and if you give it up you will not have that to run back to or hide in next time there is a problem. I found facing life sober hurt a lot at first, now I just get on with it and I know I have grown emotionally as a result and that is a good thing. I am a stronger person and I have actually found out I like being sober.
If your will to succeed is strong enough, you can do it.
Just make the decision and stick to it. Have a motivation. Think about how your life will be without it, how much better you will be. And you will be in control. Thats something to look forward to. A life where you are in control without the drink clouding your perception of reality and no more poison in your body.
Give it a go, I think youll like the result.
2007-05-22 04:24:12 · answer #1 · answered by Marilyn's Sister 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems there was a cover of US News And World Report that mentioned that controlled drinking works for some people. I wonder if this is the same thing as the rationing and moderation that DJ mentioned.
I've heard the term "accountability group" before, but I don't know how similar such a group would be to AA. It seems reasonable that the group could make its own rules, though.
2007-05-20 02:41:36 · answer #2 · answered by night_train_to_memphis 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had problems in my life so went to AA a few times, I don't like it. Instead look for a victory outreach church nearby. (I'm not trying to get you into religion). They have half way houses and the people in half way home come to services. I got to listen to others and saw many people that were helped. The pastors and youth ministers have a lot of experience in helping persons with drinking problems.
What's more is that they don't force religion on anyone. I think it would be a good place for you to go.
2007-05-20 08:12:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My bf is an alcoholic... and he told me that AA wasnt for him because the people were fake and too clicky... with that attitude, he kept drinking and using until finally he ended up in a rehab per his own choice. We had gotten all of the self help books and tried medicines to reduce the desire to drink... but because he continued with the same friends, it was very difficult. When he finished rehab, he decided not to drink but continued the same pattern. He went to a few AA meetings and decided again it wasnt for him again and started hanging out with his friends again.. saying he just wasnt going to drink. Unfortunately the addiction was too strong and he is in his second rehab but this is a long term one. He now realizes that its a whole lifestyle change. He has been to several groups and realized what triggers him and has resolved some other issues in his past that made him want to start drinking. Drinking is a big coping mechanism. He decided he has to stop hanging out with who he was friends with... He wants to go to at least a few AA meetings a week until he gets enough time under his belt to feel safe in his own mind. He admitted that it was an excuse that the people were fake because he just didnt want to go. He didnt want to have to be somewhere or be "told" what to do. Now he sees that its a good place to meet people if they have awhile clean. Whoever it is trying to quit, I wish you lots of luck and hope that they find a method that works for them before it is too late.
2007-05-20 02:27:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Greetings.
I truly believe we are here to sort out our issues, overcome them. Move on more fulfilled people, to do it all again but better the next time..Sometimes through choices or people we connect with don't aid us in this respect..
1.I think it's important that you do find a group you feel comfortable with. AA or not.You do need someone backing you up in the down times.Someone you can share your achievements with in the good times.
2.We all have a little voice in our heads. You know that NEGATIVE ONE.That says your stupid, worthless, ugly,no one would love you.
Well! to achieve success you need to take control of it and get it out of your life. So that you can feed yourself nurturing loving messages.Here's How...
a. When that message starts saying negative things..TELL IT...YOU HEAR IT... BUT DON'T AGREE!!! Then Tell it to GET LOST!! or stronger words. whatever works for you.Be very forceful in saying this..
b. do this exercise everytime it does..It may take a couple of weeks, month, 3-6months. It depends how ingrain it is in your mind..
c. Replace this more and more with nuturing, positive re-enforcements as you achieve your goals. Wake up every day and let yourself know you are a Unique valuable individual. Set your goals and strive to achieve them.See yourself being successful and it will be so.
I'm not saying this is going to be easy..It's not! But the journey and the destination is worth it..
NB.THIS EXERCISE CAN BE USED TO OVERCOME MOST SHORTCOMINGS WE HAVE.I really can't think of anything it wouldn't help..
Good Luck!
2007-05-20 03:27:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rational Recovery is adapted from Rational Emotive therapy, which is similar to cognitive therapy. It is sort of like applying critical reasoning to the thoughts that lead to the feelings that make drinking seem irresistible. Some RR folks are pretty doctrinaire about the RR program and others utilize other approaches along with RR.
2016-05-21 23:47:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Treat your self.You can start by not keeping alcohol in your house. Join a gym , go for a run , eat healthy.
I`m sick of all these groups telling you need therapy an counselling. If people educated themselves on the issues and health concerns and had discipline then these groups would be unnecessary.
2007-05-20 02:23:27 · answer #7 · answered by Heads up! 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Treatment for alcoholism include;
Detoxification
Group therapy and psychotherapy
Rationing and moderation
Medications
Pharmacological extinction
Nutritional therapy
2007-05-20 02:21:14 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
just don't drink and hang out with non alcholics, play tons of video games, buy a pogo stick ( these are extreme fun and can burn a lot of weight)
2007-05-20 04:15:16 · answer #9 · answered by Bluemini93 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is a method but you must be honest and that is before you go to drink call a friend and say what are going to do
2007-05-20 02:24:01 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋