Dry January 2023 Thread

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I over did it last night. Terrible. I have not been hung over like this in years.

I’ve downloaded the reframe app, and joined the dry January and 31 day challenges. I have no problem taking time away from drinking, but also slip into a daily habit quite easily as well. I’m really hoping to lose a few pounds too.

This sounds like me. Once I’m in a routine I can avoid but then I also can drink everyday. I don’t weigh myself but a few years ago I stopped for just two weeks and my pants were looser. I think alcohol makes me puffy all over.

How much is the app costing?

[Anonymous]

I quit drinking 17 months ago and feel fantastic. Cheering you all on! And to the PP who is concerned about replacement NA drinks, I think the concern is misplaced. It’s very difficult to quit a habit (especially an addictive one). Snacking on candy got me through the early days of sobriety. Do what you have to do!

Usually I just drink water now, but my favorite replacements are kombucha, apple cider vinegar drinks from TJs, and this “whiskey” recipe (the perfect winter drink): https://benandbirdy.blogspot.com/2022/03/really-really-good-non-alcoholic-booze.html?m=1

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I over did it last night. Terrible. I have not been hung over like this in years.

I’ve downloaded the reframe app, and joined the dry January and 31 day challenges. I have no problem taking time away from drinking, but also slip into a daily habit quite easily as well. I’m really hoping to lose a few pounds too.

This sounds like me. Once I’m in a routine I can avoid but then I also can drink everyday. I don’t weigh myself but a few years ago I stopped for just two weeks and my pants were looser. I think alcohol makes me puffy all over.

How much is the app costing?

$13.99 a month, or $79.99 for the year

Right now I’m on the 7 day free trial. So far I like it. I’m going to keep it for at least a month. The app isn’t just for staying alcohol free, but more focused on reduced consumption and healthy alternatives.

I’m feeling better today. I went for a walk and am mentally preparing for going back to work.

[Anonymous]

I had to quit when I was put on certain medication. A couple of years on I had a tiny sip of my husband's red wine and now it tastes likes nasty cough medicine. I mainly drink water and decaf tea. Because I can't have a drink, I don't have that "I really need a drink" feeling.

[Anonymous]

Love the idea of training for a 10K! I already decided to do Dry January but having a goal will make it much more meaningful.

[Anonymous]

Trader Joe’s sparkling lemonade is a delicious replacement!

[Anonymous]

I signed up for the Annie Grace Alcohol Experiment just to see what the fuss is about. I do Dry January every year along with a yoga challenge just to reset and get off on the right foot. I hear good things about it. So far I just did the intro and she's got a good attitude!

[Anonymous]

Anyone else having trouble sleeping? Usually I fall asleep with in a minute of lying down. Last night took nearly 45 minutes of tossing and turning. Then I kept waking up. I've felt so good the past few days, I just need to get over this slump. Maybe I'll take an Aleve PM tonight.

[Anonymous]

What does everyone think of the NA drinks? My IG feeds are inundated with ads for these and some do look pretty good--like the mocktail mixes. Maybe not the NA wines so much. Anyone tried these and have good recs?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Anyone else having trouble sleeping? Usually I fall asleep with in a minute of lying down. Last night took nearly 45 minutes of tossing and turning. Then I kept waking up. I've felt so good the past few days, I just need to get over this slump. Maybe I'll take an Aleve PM tonight.

Yes, my sleep has been terrible. I used also fall right asleep thanks to the alcohol. Now I can barely fall asleep and when I do I am waking nearly every hour.
I have been using melatonin with out much success.
I am exhausted during the day. No one to blame but myself but still frustrating.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Anyone else having trouble sleeping? Usually I fall asleep with in a minute of lying down. Last night took nearly 45 minutes of tossing and turning. Then I kept waking up. I've felt so good the past few days, I just need to get over this slump. Maybe I'll take an Aleve PM tonight.

Yes, my sleep has been terrible. I used also fall right asleep thanks to the alcohol. Now I can barely fall asleep and when I do I am waking nearly every hour.
I have been using melatonin with out much success.
I am exhausted during the day. No one to blame but myself but still frustrating.

Alcohol actually messes with your sleep, but I don't think it's uncommon to have a little trouble when you stop drinking alcohol. My sleep has never been better.

[Anonymous]

I'm on Day 7 thanks to a post-Christmas cold, and I am sleeping better (despite coughing).

I bought a selection of NA whites and found St. Regis chardonnay is actually palatable (not wine, but it satisfies my pre-dinner pour a glass of wine habit).

[Anonymous]

Taking down my Christmas tree and I'm a bit mortified how many wine-related ornaments I've been given over the years....

More motivation to stick with DJ!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Anyone else having trouble sleeping? Usually I fall asleep with in a minute of lying down. Last night took nearly 45 minutes of tossing and turning. Then I kept waking up. I've felt so good the past few days, I just need to get over this slump. Maybe I'll take an Aleve PM tonight.

Yes, my sleep has been terrible. I used also fall right asleep thanks to the alcohol. Now I can barely fall asleep and when I do I am waking nearly every hour.
I have been using melatonin with out much success.
I am exhausted during the day. No one to blame but myself but still frustrating.

Alcohol actually messes with your sleep, but I don't think it's uncommon to have a little trouble when you stop drinking alcohol. My sleep has never been better.

DP - alcohol absolutely messes with sleep, and those issues can take a while to reset once you’re sober. Don’t return to drinking because you need better sleep.

[Anonymous]

Checking in on day 3. I wanted to stop and pick up a bottle of wine after work today. Going back to work is a drag, but I didn't stop and pick up a bottle. Logged into Annie Grace for support. I have a headache, but the barometer is falling, so maybe it's a weather system moving in. Took ibuprofen with fizzy water. Slept great last night and my face wasn't puffy today.