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Has anyone here stopped drinking? (beehaw.org)
submitted 1 year ago by neamhsplach@beehaw.org to c/chat@beehaw.org
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I stopped drinking on the 18th of March 2023. Because of where I live and how my culture socialises, this was a huge step. But to be honest, in hindsight it was just something I'd been putting off for a long time. The hangovers did just become a nightmare to deal with, plus I didn't feel like I was doing well with my personal relationships because of it. I'm glad to have all that time back, although I miss part of the social aspect. I'm working on creating a sober social life but it's very early days.

How has your sobriety journey been for you?

I absolutely loved using r/stopdrinking as a resource. Now that I'm not on reddit so much I'd love to find a new community here! Has anyone created a sobriety community on the fediverse yet?

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[โ€“] Dee_Imaginarium@beehaw.org 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I stopped drinking but not by choice. I got a medical diagnosis that meant I go to the hospital if I drink and possibly get some intestines removed.

Sucks because I liked craft beer and didn't even drink a lot. Maybe a beer after work and a few on weekends.

One good thing though is that at least my waistline is pretty great without all those extra calories. My liver is probably pretty happy too.

[โ€“] neamhsplach@beehaw.org 2 points 1 year ago

Sorry to hear about your health troubles.

The weight thing is mad isn't it? It's been quite easy to keep weight off. Although I think I've upped my sugar intake to make up for it!