Going through something very difficult

[TheGumby]

Hey sherbros just thought I would take the time to ask for yalls support and hopefully be in some people thoughts. I've been a member here for a while and I have severe alcoholism. I relapsed about 3 months ago and I've been drinking heavily daily... A few nights ago my wife took the kids and I've been I'm the house alone. I told her I would stop drinking and I have but she hasn't returned yet. Today was the first day without a drink and my withdrawal symptoms are dangerously severe. I had to Crack tonight and cure over with a few shots. I have been lying in bed shaking, sweating and becoming violently Ill. I don't know if anyone has ever gone thru this but it's some of the worst pain I've endured. Sorry just wanted to reach out.

 

[tehend]

You type pretty well for being in such a condition....

On topic: Go to AA and get your shit together.

 

[trolololol]

I have struggled with substance abuse in the past so I feel for you.

That being said, you have children and I would think that's the ultimate motivator to stay clean. Can you imagine your life without them? Because that is a very real possibility bro. It will not be hard for your wife to win custody if you're abusing alcohol, you should know this.

Nip this in the butt ASAP. Withdrawal sucks, but it will pass. Stay sober for a few days and then reach out to your wife.

 

[CatchOmega]

That's heavy, man. I lived with a single, alcoholic parent for 20 years. It literally ruined our relationship. It sounds like you should consider going to rehab.

Don't do it for anyone other than yourself.

 

[Flemmy Stardust]

From what i understand, it is incredibly foolish to be detoxing without supervision. Alcohol withdrawals are violent and can be fatal.

 

[Inverse]

Go see a specialist. Stick in there x

 

[Bald1]

From what i understand, it is incredibly foolish to be detoxing without supervision. Alcohol withdrawals are violent and can be fatal.

This is what I've heard as well. If it's as you describe, go get some help.


Here's hoping things turn out for the best. Keep focused and you'll be the better for it once you make it past this temporary hurdle.

 

[These Two Hands]

If you are going to be stubborn and try detoxing yourself, do a countdown don't just go cold turkey.

 

[TheGumby]

I've only had about 4 shots tonight because I just couldn't hang with the feeling anymore and I just did that about 45 minutes ago and the feeling was instantly cured. I haven been through a rehab and I'm aware that at this point my dependency is potentially fatal which is why I took the few drinks. Just been here at home alone for 4 days now and I needed some people to reach out to. Thank you for the kind words.

 

[weed]

God bless nebro. +1 detox center.

 

[TrippleOG]

i wouldnt say the internet is the best place in a time like this, you probably need to sober up and find support somewhere. maybe move away from your scene for a while.

 

[DevilsLettuce]

We all love and support you TS. Please get some help from professionals, you're not alone and there are great people who would love to help you and see you get better. You've reached out to us and that is good for what it's worth - now you need to reach out to someone real in your area.

 

[SublimeSun]

Hey TS, I can't say I understand what you are going through, so I won't be able to give you much advice, if any at all. I just wanted to chime in and say that I wish you the very best. Stay strong and do what you got to do. We believe in you bud.

 

[Mike]

That's rough bud, I'm not sure going cold turkey on your own is the best way to go. I think you need to go seek help and get yourself in a program. I can understand why you wouldn't want to do that, but I think it would help.


Anyway we're here for you buddy, I hope everything works out ok. You have a family, use them as your motivation to stay clean, and get yourself into counseling. there's a good chance their are underlying issues causing your relapses. If you can address those it will be a lot easier to quit.

 

[M3t4tr0n]

Dont quit cold turkey

 

[ironwolf]

Go to an ahuasca camp down in Mexico. They get people off heroin apparently.

And probably talk to a doctor.

 

[BisexualMMA]

Don't have any quality advice that hasn't been given already, but pulling for you Sherbro.

 

[spin]

I'm gonna be a bit mean, but only because I believe it needs to be said.


Alcoholic parents are the fucking scum of the earth.

I'm not here to point a finger mess up your vibe or argue.

But this is the test of who you are. Don't be scum. Fix this now.

Best of luck

 

[GearSolidMetal]

I read the entire thread, and all the advice you need has already been said. Now you need the strength to commit to it.

Also, when I read you have alchoholism, I looked at your AV, and was reminded of these inspirational lyrics...

Spoiler

My Cock Rages On!
My Cock Rages On!

Blood rains down from an angry sky.

My Cock Rages On!
My Cock Rages On!

 

[GearSolidMetal]

Dont quit cold turkey

Also, this is sound advice.

You've had four shots tonight? Tomorrow, have three and a half. Next day, three.... and so on.

Also, find a different vice. I highly recommend vaping. It's cheap in comparison to alchohol or cigarettes, and it has variable amounts of nicotine (which, believe it or not, isn't harmful when vaped).

I'd be more than happy to go into detail, but I have to know you're interested before writing paragraphs about it.