I have accepted this morning that I have a drinking problem. I've tried not to accept it for a long time but I know I do.
I drink as a self medication for depression and anxiety. I am on anti depressants now and I want / need to stop drinking. I'm a SAHM and the days are so long that all I do to get me through the day is envision that bottle of wine at the end of it.
However lately it's got out of hand. Drinking more and more and more and even at lunch some days.
So I'm stopping.
I would love any practical tips on how to not drink ... Obviously other than don't buy any. Wine is my reward for getting through the day - and if I don't drink in the evening I get severe anxiety and can't sleep.
Any ideas on how to not drink when my urge sets in? I'm thinking alternatives / things to divert my attention.
Thanks
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Practical tips on how to not drink
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hangingoutattheendofmywick · 15/06/2016 09:12
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