I used to look forward to going out with friends every weekend to party and have a few drinks. It was a fun time. Eventually over time I enjoyed it too much and those nights turned into mornings and continued all weekend. Then it moved into weekdays and yes even at work. It was hard fighting those demons and I failed many times. With the help of AA and some soul searching I was able to come back from the brink.

I didn't give up drinking completely as some are strong enough to do but I am able to control myself now and cut myself off after 1 or 2 drinks. I was never able to do that before and I can't explain how I can do it now.

Well I drank large sums of alcohol on several occasions, which led me to throw up each time. Now I stick to the glass of wine for dinner- only. Alcohol definitely isn't for me and I won't be overdrinking again!

Thanks,
Vx.

we all have been by that stage and it always happens with our friend thats the thing , we should try and get out of it some day , some many people lives are being spoiled

Wow thats pretty amazing that you can do that now.. I know its really hard for an alcoholic to control themselves even after being sober for a long long time. hehe I really am amazed

Drew did you just quit cold turkey? what motivated you?

Wow I think you are the first recovered alcoholic that I've heard of that can drink after recovery. All the ones I know take it too far and end up relapsing and drinking just as much as they used to right after their first sip.

Dont you ever get the urge to just drink a few more after your 1st or 2nd drink? What made you want to quit.