To quit drinking

[bouncingbelle]

I don't know where else to post this, I am an a**e on the drink. Tonight I have even sickened myself. I don't WANT to stop drinking but I have to, for health reasons. I just wanted affirmation that this is the right thing to do, I don't know how to do it but I need to. If I know I,ve had enough, it's enough isn't it???

[ColdCottage]

Well done for making a choice you know will help your health. Drinking is fine in moderation for most but can have an evil side for some.

This is the best first step, deciding yourself to stop.

I would start with writing a list of all the reasons to stop and the benefit, read this when you feel weak.

I would also speak to your doctor for support, advice and local groups which support this for either health or addiction.

Find someone to partner you in this who will support you and be there to talk if it gets tough.

Take up a new hobby, ideally something social with health benefits to take up the old drinking time.

Good luck.