Friday, 13 February 2015

How To Stop Drinking Alcohol

By Dave A


How to Stop Drinking Liquor

Many people who abuse alcohol understand why they have to give up drinking, but the how continues to puzzle even this most diligent person among us. Perhaps you've made a big legal mess or you have lost another job. It is possible that you were abandoned by both your partner and family due to your actions. Whatever the reason is, its time to take a good look at yourself and finally be determined to give up drinking alcohol.

Alcoholics normally know that they should quit the bad habit. It is just a matter of doing something about it?which is really the hard part. Lots of people who drink a lot know deep down inside that they have a problem.

Wouldn't it be nice if there were a Magic Pill that made you give up drinking? You could also be hypnotized to lessen or even eliminate your craving for liquor. Wouldn't a time machine be nice, go back in time before you had a problem and refrain from that first drink?

The fact of the matter is there is no fast and simple method. To stop drinking liquor, you should go through a process to learn how to live without alcohol. The period of craving for alcohol can be lengthy and painful for some people. Therefore being equipped with coping tools and methods is important for long term success. If you are an alcoholic who has been drinking heavily for a long period of time, you need to ask for your doctor's suggestion before stopping in order to help you through withdrawal and detox. Others will only experience minor physical pain. Most alcoholics have gone through this a time or two on their own. But the physical cravings can last for years. In order to succeed, you have to get used to living a life with no liquor. Approx. 1/1000 people struggling with liquor stay sober beyond two years. The odds are dismal but there is a way to be that 1.



You will fail if you don't follow the systematic process to quit drinking alcohol.

Primarily, you have to convince yourself that you need to stop drinking.

If you actually want to stop drinking liquor then you need to jot down each possible reason why you. No excuses, just jot down every reason. Be sure and include anybody you hurt, how embarrassed you are, and any damage you have done. Its vital to keep this paper because you should read it if you give excuses to stop drinking liquor.

If you need more convincing then think of the money you could save if you stop going to clubs and purchasing liquor. With the legal fees, you could bring home your whole income. Make sure you have the numbers right when you check your credit card statements and budget. Alcohol abuse is detrimental in many aspects - mentally, physically as well as financially.

This kind of honest introspection is something you would need to get used to in order to come to terms with your life and recover fully. When you are ready, it's time to commit to quitting.

Get to a Doctor

The damage done to your body is something only a doctor can assess. Your doctor could also assess how you should quit drinking. You may need hospitalization and medical supervision, or you might be able to do it alone.

Telling Individuals You Trust Could be Helpful

Telling individuals you trust that you will quit drinking alcohol can also help because they would understand and support you. Most individuals are flattered and will be there to help and support you during the hard times.

You Need a Support Group

12 Step Meetings is a great place to meet others who have gone through the same thing you're experiencing. Searching for 12 Step meetings in your neighborhood can get you started. Different meetings draw different individuals. If you can't go to ninety meetings within 90 days then just try to attend as many meetings as you could. In these meetings, you will be given important info about quitting.

Congratulations on getting to this point in your drinking career. I wish you all the luck in the world; this really is the start off the rest of your life.




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