How To Stop Drinking Alcohol

By Dave A


Efficient Ways to Stop Intake of Alcohol

Many alcoholics know WHY they need to quit the bad habit. What they really don't know is HOW to do it. Its possible that you have lost many jobs and have legal issues. Maybe your significant other has dumped you or your family is tired of your actions. All reasons why you need to look at your drinking and seriously think about quitting.

Those who think they abuse alcohol are usually correct. Nevertheless, admitting it is a lot easier than doing something about it. Denying it won't change the fact that there is a problem.

If there is a Magic Pill to quit drinking, an alcoholic would surely buy one. Or perhaps a hypnotist to 'reprogram' your need for liquor. If you would like to go back to when you actually started drinking liquor, a time machine would be useful.

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.

If you admit that you need to stop drinking liquor then you're in the right direction.

If you actually want to quit drinking liquor then you need to jot down each and every probable reason why you. Don't leave anything out, tell the whole story. Be sure and include anybody you hurt, how embarrassed you are, and any damage you have caused. Keep it and make sure to read it when you feel like giving up the objective of stopping drinking alcohol.

It can also help if you think about the money you spend every time you drink alcohol - purchasing it, going to clubs, the legal fees and income loss. Do the math when you check your budget and credit card statements. Try to figure out how much liquor is costing you not only physically, mentally, relationally but 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.

Make a Doctor's Appointment

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.

Tell People (that understand)

Telling individuals you trust that you will quit drinking liquor could also help since they would understand and help you. Most people are flattered and will be there to support and help you during the hard period.

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.

You will realize that its worth it when you have reached this point. Now its time to start a new life. One that doesn't include drinking liquor.




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