subject: Crawling Off the Bar Stool and Into Recovery - Pt. 1 [print this page] Author: Kasan Groupe Author: Kasan Groupe
If your drinking habits have begun to wreak havoc on your relationships, career and health then it's time for a change. Admitting that you have a problem and committing to a change can be the hardest step of quitting. Once you've come to terms with your mistakes, failures and shortcomings, you must resolve to quit completely. Follow the steps below and you'll be on your way to an alcohol-free lifestyle. 1. The thing you should do is speak with your physician before you quit drinking. If you've been overdrinking for a long time, you may experience withdrawal symptoms that are potentially harmful. 2. Next change your attitude about quitting. Remember that you are doing it for your health, for your relationships and for your career. It shouldn't be a sad time for you; it should be an exciting time. Think about all of the things you'll be able to accomplish without alcohol. 3. Resolve to quit on a specific, significant date. Think of a time in your life when you completely hit rock bottom or maybe a relationship ended as a result of your drinking. This will help to remind you of why you've decided to stop drinking. 4. Start a journal and write down all of the reasons for quitting. Be as specific as possible so you can refer to it often when you have self-doubt. Also use this journal to chronicle your daily feelings and thoughts. It will be a great expressive tool for you. 5. Clear out your home completely of everything and anything alcohol-related. Bottles should obviously be thrown out, as well as wine glasses and beer mugs. Do not throw these items in your own garbage can, instead give them to a friend of discard them in an area away from your home. Now that you've resolved to get off that bar stool and quit, it's time to get sober. Remember the decision to quit is as big or as small as you decide to make it. For more tips on quitting, refer to my Pt. 2.About the Author:
