Tuesday, February 10, 2015

How To Stop Drinking Alcohol

By Dave A


Efficient Ways to Stop Intake of Alcohol

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.

If you even suspect you have a problem with alcohol, you probably do. Its just a matter of doing something about it?which is really the tough part. Denying it won't change the fact that there is a problem.

Wouldn't it be nice if there were a Magic Pill that made you quit drinking? You could also be hypnotized to lessen or even eliminate your craving for liquor. A time machine could also work as you can go back to when you actually started drinking liquor.

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.



Yes, many people will fail if they don't quit drinking in a careful, systematic way.

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

Write down all of the reasons that you feel you have to quit drinking alcohol. Write down every reason you can think of. This includes those humiliating times and the individuals whom you have hurt physically as well as emotionally. Put this paper in a safe place so that you can read it if you have to expel any doubt that your need to give up 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 entire 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.

Go to a Doctor

Only a physician could evaluate how much damage is done when it comes to your body. The doctor could also give advice as to how to stop drinking. There are two options - do it by yourself or be medically supervised in a hospital.

Telling Individuals You Trust Could be Helpful

Another great method to give up drinking is to tell trusted people that would understand that you're going to stop drinking and you might need their support. Most people are flattered and will be there to support and help you during the difficult 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.

If you have reached this point then it is something to be very proud of. Now its time to begin a new life. One that doesn't involve drinking alcohol




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