Calling time on wine: 100 days sober - starting 01/01/26

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My wine drinking has slowly spiralled into a daily habit and I’m calling time on it. No drama, no rock bottom - just the realisation that it’s become a crutch and I want out of the swirl.

From 1st January, I’m committing to 100 days sober and I’d love others to join me. This isn’t about moderation or “just weekends” - it’s about a clean break and supporting each other to go completely alcohol-free for the full 100 days.

If alcohol has crept in as a daily default, if you’re tired of negotiating with yourself every evening, or if you simply want a proper reset with people who get it, you’re very welcome here.

No judgement. No pressure. Just accountability, honesty, and support.

With you in spirit! I’m finding it tough too but I know I’ll be glad I didn’t succumb to the wine witch tomorrow morning. You’ll be glad too!
Have you eaten? I have just eaten and it definitely reduced the urge for alcohol

Just seen you have family over to eat later. Maybe allow yourself some nibbles now to distract..

I am on Tesco white AF wine tonight and it's awful!

https://drink-trip.com/products/mixed-pack?fbclid=PAb21jcAPONdhleHRuA2FlbQEwAGFkaWQBqyyL06kW_XNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzU2NzA2NzM0MzM1MjQyNwABp-XDlEMrZn2mMSYwGoVDpIKzk3YVyc0jjK1axaFeMFrt2NlTIEOkocvMZP0h_aem_E6QzWGGrvkXH-GAUBT7GkA by the way just seen advert for Trip at £1 / can if this helps anyone. Might try them

I’ve struggled today - my DF has been put on end of life care so probably only has 24/48 hours left to live. The urge to pour a glass was so strong, I figured in truth if I can’t have a drink with my Dad dying when couldn’t I?

Then I figured if I could just resist this strongest of temptations, then that was for the best.

I’ve made a chilli and we are watching telly, I’m drinking a hot chocolate.

It’s been a tough old day and I’m sorry I’ve not read back x

@katinthehattt that is just one of those moments where you check yourself and are so thankful you were sober! 😅 May we enjoy many more of those in the weeks to come.

@needastrongoneagain1 so sorry to hear this about your DF, this is a horrible situation for you to be in. Nobody will tell you what to do, but I am guessing you are here because you want to be strengthened in your resolve not to drink tonight x

@JustAnotherDayWorkingAtHome That drink looks lush, hope you enjoyed.

@needastrongoneagain1 I'm so sorry about your dad. How awful, you've done amazing to resist when dealing with such a stressful thing.

@GoodNamesOnly Definitely the first real Friday. I've only just got home after running around doing swimming lessons. My kids are driving me up the wall, my brain is maxed out after a busy old week at work, so a cold glass of white would be a delight.

Thanks @GoodNamesOnly- I actually thought a lot about this thread and how much resolve and inspiration there is on here to draw upon x

@needastrongoneagain1 so sorry to hear this x

Difficult evening. It’s been a hard week at work and ended the week with a mediation session for the divorce. That was hard. Went out for dinner, had non-alcoholic G&T, the zero % gin had a great taste. Ate everything I fancied and feel good for it.

Thank you for the welcome 😊

Just been reading through and it is really fab to see that despite an array of tough week's, people are not letting the wine seduce them!

I have had an awful work week. Usually I would be impatiently waiting for friday... not to drink, id drink any night of the week I fancied. But, to drink to excess.
Total escapism and pass out into a deep sleep on the sofa.

What I can see now is it isnt escapism, its amnesia. Not remembering conversations and having no clue what actually happened in the show I was watching. Its not deep sleep, its unconsciousness and its not in the least bit restorative!

I honestly cant explain the switch that has flicked or why it has happened but I have such clarity now. In 9 short days im struggling to understand how I thought getting blackout drunk at home was fun, enjoyable, needed, worth paying for!

Im also feeling guilty about how I thought it was FAIR. I have an amazing partner and my god, he must have been disgusted going up to bed every friday, and to be honest some Saturday nights, leaving a passed out drunk on the sofa who probably wont remember half of the evenings conversations. I can imagine him feeling frustrated, unheard, disappointed 😞.

I have spoken to him prior to starting dry Jan, about my relationship with alcohol and why doing this is so important for me. I can also see now this isnt just about me. I owe my wonderful partner an apology (God that feels heavy to acknowledge!)

Im hoping I will be able to hit reset and moderate in the future. However, it already doesnt feel scary to say I may not realistically be able to drink again.

Sorry for the long post but also thank you for welcoming me into a space on which I am able to do so!

Oh that's a really tough one. I'm springadorable from the other thread by the way, forgot about the name change. I don't have anything helpful to say other than that is really really shit. Hugs.

So I managed not to drink last night despite DH’s family coming over. I don’t think I enjoyed the evening as much as I would have if I’d drunk - it felt like harder work making conversation and I generally was more subdued and quieter than I’d normally be after a few drinks. HOWEVER, it does feel good waking early this morning with a totally clear head and feeling fresh and rested. Here’s to day 10!

Can I join as well please? I was doing dry January with 3 friends and they've started drinking. So I came to this thread looking for support and have been completely inspired. There is so much good advice and thoughts on here. This is day 10 for me. So far, sleep is now more balanced and improving. My skin, after an initial breakout of acne, seems to be calming. Getting odd cravings at certain times but I'm really liking no hangover mornings, so just have to keep reminding myself of that.

Also, just looking back at my screenshots of Ian C - according to him week two is the “fog phase” when lots of people give up, as you’re past the initial shock of stopping drinking but the payoff hasn’t arrived yet. Week 3 (which for those whose day one was 1st Jan begins on Thursday next week) he says is when things start to turn.

Day 11. Sipping fresh black coffee in bed while the rest of the house sleeps feels like such a luxury!

Trying to take stock of improvements so far:

✨ My face looks different already. Puffiness gone, and redness reduced (I’ve had this weird red mottledness high up on my cheekbones for months, plus other redness and it is fading)!

✨ Anxiety much reduced. Feeling lighter, more measured, calmer. I was often previously waking up feeling absolute doom so this is a massive improvement.

✨ Sleep now feels deep and refreshing.

✨ My bowels are slowly improving (been working hard to eat loads of different plants and enough fibre alongside AF too).

✨ Despite eating tonnes (of mostly really healthy stuff!) no weight gain. Quite enjoying focusing on planning healthy meals, makes the idea of pouring poison down my throat less appealing as I don’t want to undo my hard work!

✨ I’m enjoying reading again! Working my way through books being turned into films this year. Just finished Project Hail Mary and although I’m not really into sci-fi it was one of the best books I have ever read!!! High recommend it (make sure you don’t watch the film trailer first, better to read it without any idea of the plot!).

Exercise next on the list to introduce.

Best wishes to those of you going through really tough times atm. I can absolutely see the huge temptation to press the fuck it button, but also think a hangover on top of everything else really isn’t helpful for the sake of a few hours of hazy numbing. We are all here for you regardless xx

Morning all. It’s my day 11 and last night was probably the first decent nights sleep I ve had since starting this. Woken up not hungover and ready for the day. Feels brilliant! I must admit I just went to bed around nine last night but fir me the cravings are from 4-6 really so if I can get through that then I’m ok.
We are smashing it! Well done to us all especially those that are experiencing really tough times- you are warriors and I applaud you!
We are a third of the way in pretty much so let’s keep going.

Great post @GreenCherries . I’m also in bed sipping a coffee - feels great doesn’t it?

I’ve also noticed a reduction in redness and puffiness in my face. In recent times I was having stomach issues no doubt caused by alcohol - really loose bowel movements that were very stinky (sorry 😳). The smelliness has now completely gone and my bowel movements are almost back to normal. That’s a huge win for me!

@freshstart2026 well done. That's a great result - and congratulations on double figures.
I've a challenge today but mindset is good. It's too cold for a crisp, white wine anyway.

Yep, similar stomach issues here too @freshstart2026

Not to mention reflux, which has also improved loads come to think of it!

Gosh, scary to think how much damage I was doing to my poor body. Really really need to stick with this and allow healing!!

Morning everyone - hope we are all good and waking up hangover free. I feel like I’m not really pulling my weight on this thread because I’ve had such a busy week, I’m not getting time to read everyone’s posts! I’m not usually so busy but I’m doing things to keep my brain occupied (extra shifts at work, gym, decorating) and to try to improve relationships with friends and family after too many occasions of my drinking to excess spoiling things - so being pro active in planning lunches, cinema trips etc. It’s costing me a fortune lol but better than spending it on booze!!

@SwiftyFifty day 11 for me too. Sleep is still hit and miss but I’ve been a chronic insomniac for decades - I’m hoping a long AF spell might eventually help.

@GreenCherries I love finding out stuff about what happens to the body when you stop drinking. I’ve been trying to lose 3 stone for about 20 years (not kidding!) so I’m really hoping a body reset post booze will get my liver and metabolism working in ways to promote weight loss alongside healthy eating and exercise. (Tried MJ last year and I did lose a bit but it made me feel so ill so I stopped).

Another busy day for me decorating. Also determined to get out a walk at some point - even just round the block. The weather is 💩 (but I’m in a part of Scotland that’s escaped the storm/snow so it’s “safe” outside, just minging, as we say in Scotland lol). I’ve also started watching the latest Harlan Coben on Netflix (Run Away) so that will be my early evening entertainment once I get bored of finish my painting.

DH is working all weekend so this would often be a time I’d start on the wine at midday, get a bottle down me then “sober up” before he gets home around 10pm. I’ve genuinely zero desire to do so, which feels amazing. I poured him a glass of wine last night whilst he was in a different room and my brain sneakily said “just take a swig, no one will know”. But it quickly dissipated because I’d know and I am committed to at least 30 days AF, without questioning the decision. I think/know I need to stop completely but 30 days seems less scary at this juncture.

I’ve got a wee quandary about a social situation coming up in March but I’m going to start a thread about it as I don’t want to railroad this one - but please feel free to post on it - all opinions welcome!

Happy Saturday 💐❤️

Good morning all, I hope you all had a restful nights sleep. I’m still very sick but found some co-codomol tablets I’d been prescribed after knee surgery I never took.. they knocked me out and I’ve had some sort of sleep!! 😴 My head is banging - ironically not from wine, this flu/virus or whatever ever it is has kicked me sideways. Needless to say the temptation to drink has been completely removed. I’m going to have a hot bath and put on some fresh clothes. Anything else from that point is a bonus! @needastrongoneagain I’m so sorry to hear of your DF condition, I have no doubt the urge to hit the fuck it button is strong. These are the obstacles that we face regardless of whether we drink or not, how we choose to deal with them is the real question. One stiff drink will lead to two. . You know the rest. Stay strong and keep coming back here and posting - this is a safe supportive space. Sending lots of love and strength your way. xx

Welcome @Els1ewe have a wonderfully supportive group here so do jump in and join us. No judgement, no rules, just stay in your lane and focus on your sober journey. It would appear for many of us the switch has just been flicked! The desire to drink is just not there - I’m sure there will be wobbles but that’s what this group is for. My own personal experience has been a rollercoaster ride throughout the years and I simply cannot moderate my alcohol consumption so it’s a hard stop for me. Whatever your thoughts about your own situation - feel completely safe to share as much or as little as you wish. Much love xx

Morning.

Thank you for the kind words (I’m Needastrongoneagain1 too, I really do need to email MNHQ as I can’t quite figure out what’s happened - I’m logged in under same email just using a different device!!). I’m shattered today, but in the clear light of day I’m so glad I didn’t drink last night - because I’d be shattered and hung over and fuzzy and even more out of sorts than the natural emotions I’m feeling. I know I won’t drink now while DF passes, now that the initial shock of the situation has been and gone, I’m okay with the process. He’s 94, and really has absolutely no quality of life. I think he’s almost chosen his time, but can’t explain why I feel that’s the case.

I did wonder @Notbwinetimeitsmyprimetime!

I’ll keep up from now on - this is such a wonderful place.

@Youdontseehow I have read that 20-30 minutes walking a day helps the liver. Not sure how but worth a shot!

@reset100 I wonder if this is your body purging all the toxins. In a way it’s good as you sort of get a head start as you are ill and probably wouldn’t be drinking anyway. From personal experience, just be careful when you feel better as that’s when it might be rough for you. Wishing you a quick recovery