Dry January 2026 (The Sober Thread)

I had a few drinks on Thanksgiving. I enjoyed myself and felt like crap the next day. I managed toto get through Christmas with only 1 beer and 1 glass of wine with dinner. And totally drink free on NYE.

I wasn’t even really trying to not drink but every time I was presented with the option of a drink I declined because I just didn’t feel like feeling less than 100%.

I’ll probably never totally stop but I don’t think I’ll ever drink like I used to.



Being social and sober is tough sometimes.

I was a miserable prick when I quit, actually still am, but I am sober 20 years this holiday season.

One of my favorite songs.
 
My diet/exercise/drinking went to shit in the last few months. Starting over w/ dry January, hoping to extend it until at least June again like I did last year.
 
1/22 update:
Been doing good and staying on the wagon. I’d love to say I feel amazing but I have been dealing with some type of illness for the past 4 weeks- cold, stomach bug, ringworm, knee and shoulder strains. Ugh.🙁

Can’t imagine how I’d feel if I was drinking alcohol every night.
You got this!! Remember, nobody ever woke up in the morning and said "I'm so glad I drank last night."
 
What the ? Spending time on the wrestling mat? Cauliflower ear too?
Yes. I am an assistant coach for my son's HS wrestling team. I am literally dealing with blood, sweat and tears for 3 months. Weekends are the most intense with tournaments; 10-12 hours of adrenaline and cortisol dumps. I lose my voice and can barely function come Sundays.
 
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