bangkok blue Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 So 2020 upon us! Who has a plan to cut back or quit and how are you gonna do it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vogie Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 I have made a resolution of not drinking anymore, there again I am not going to drink any less either. Boom boom. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkok blue Posted January 2, 2020 Author Share Posted January 2, 2020 Nice bit of Basil Brush to start the year! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
from the home of CC Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 most folks who drink to excess will be drinking themselves to death, don't worry about quitting/slowing down, you'll miss the excruciating pain of your liver failing... 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classic Ray Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Started my annual one month abstinence to prove to myself I am not an alcoholic, I just like to drink. Worked for last thirty years, I know it’s not as good as having regular days per week but I’m happy doing what I do. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post saengd Posted January 2, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted January 2, 2020 I decided to take a break from alcohol on 12 September last year, I figured I'd just stop for a couple of weeks, mostly to prove that I could do so. After a couple of weeks I didn't miss booze at all plus I was sleeping better so I decided to keep going. Well, one thing led to another and here it is the new year and I've still not had any alcohol. I'm telling myself that I may as well stay tee-total until I go to the UK for the summer, I can't imagine being in Blighty and not having a pint. I was surprised how easy it is and that I don't miss it, odd really. I was rarely ever a big drinker but I was a consistent drinker, I'd have a something every day, now it feels weird but kinda good. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ireland32 Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Got my medical Marajuana CertifiCate , No more Hangovers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephenterry Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 From a spiritual POV, my alcohol abstinence after a lifetime of drinking was an obligation I had to face and conquer. One more contractual challenge completed - and best wishes for everyone who is considering the challenge. IMO, I have no doubt that we ALL have life challenges to address - it's the whole purpose of evolving the soul. In my case I 'know' I've lived at least two lives on Earth, and no doubt I shall return after passing, at some future point to further my knowledge. let's hope this planet is a better place, though, and not destroyed by mankind. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30la Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 I like to drink a beer from time to time and I won't let anyone take it away from me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30la Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 hour ago, Ireland32 said: Got my medical Marajuana CertifiCate , No more Hangovers... How you do it? please send me information to: [email protected]. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patrick1968 Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 5 hours ago, Ireland32 said: Got my medical Marajuana CertifiCate , No more Hangovers... please Explain !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chazar Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 I never started , cant stand the taste of alcohol. guess I was lucky as it seems many people have a problem with it........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chazar Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 4 hours ago, stephenterry said: I 'know' I've lived at least two lives on Earth, lay off the psychotropic drugs......might be a good start Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chazar Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 4 hours ago, stephenterry said: though, and not destroyed by mankind. The planets destiny is destruction with or without man is irrelevant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neeranam Posted January 24, 2020 Share Posted January 24, 2020 On 1/2/2020 at 3:49 PM, Classic Ray said: Started my annual one month abstinence to prove to myself I am not an alcoholic, I just like to drink. Worked for last thirty years, I know it’s not as good as having regular days per week but I’m happy doing what I do. That doesn't mean you're not an alcoholic. Simple test, have one drink at lunch time and then just one more at dinner time. If you can't do that, you are an alcoholic. If you can, you are not an alcoholic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neeranam Posted January 24, 2020 Share Posted January 24, 2020 On 1/2/2020 at 9:32 PM, Chazar said: I never started , cant stand the taste of alcohol. guess I was lucky as it seems many people have a problem with it........... Your experience is valued on this sub forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkok blue Posted February 19, 2020 Author Share Posted February 19, 2020 (edited) I think it is about where your thoughts go, when drinking. I have now been off it for 14 months, previous to that just over 12 months and prior to that 5 & 1/2 months. My state of thought processing is far better. I had some friends here from UK and they wanted to go Nana. One commented how a lot of guys down there seemed lost in their own world, eyes glazed over.... That precisely how I felt at the end of my drinking career. In some ways I was a little jealous that they could drink with seeming impunity and not let it get to them, mentally. For me the 1st drink unleashes the anchor and away I go, spinning thoughts and what could have beens through my head. Now I have peace of mind and have learnt to let go! whether you are drinking, cutting down, or in the process of quitting I hope you are all doing well! Edited February 19, 2020 by bangkok blue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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