What Is Alcoholism Explained

By Dave Sober


Alcohol Abuse and Ways to Finally Stop It

Lots of alcoholics know WHY they have to quit the bad habit. What they really do not know is HOW to do it. Perhaps you've made a big legal mess or you have lost another job. It is possible that you were abandoned by both your partner and family due to your actions. Whatever the reason is, its time to take a good look at yourself and finally be convinced to quit drinking alcohol.



People who think they abuse alcohol are frequently right. However, admitting it is a lot easier than doing something about it. Denying it won't change the fact that there is a problem.

It would certainly be much easier if alcoholics could just buy Magic Pills to heal themselves. You could also be hypnotized to reduce or even eliminate your craving for alcohol. Wouldn't a time machine be nice, go back in time before you had a problem and refrain from that very first drink?

Sadly, there are no magic pills or gimmicky methods. In order to quit drinking alcohol, you should go through a process to learn how to live without liquor. For some, it is going to be painful; alcohol cravings can be lengthy. The great news is there are strategies and tools that can help you be successful. For heavy drinkers who would go through withdrawal and detox, it is vital to ask for your doctor's suggestion before quitting. For some individuals, the pain and discomfort is minimal. lots of alcoholics have gone through this a time or two on their own. It can take years before one could get rid of the physical cravings. You would not succeed if you don't learn to live a life with no alcohol. Just one of 1000 alcoholics stay sober for a couple of years. If you're determined enough then you could be that ONE.

Individuals usually succeed if they follow a disciplined process to give up drinking alcohol.

Admitting that you should quit drinking alcohol is the very first step.

Write down all the reasons that you feel you must quit drinking liquor. No excuses, just write down each and every reason. Include those embarrassing times and the individuals you have physically and emotionally hurt. Put this paper in a safe place so that you could read it if you need to expel any doubt that your must quit drinking liquor.

If you need more convincing then think of the money you could save if you stop going to clubs and buying alcohol. With the legal fees, you could bring home your whole income. Make sure you have the numbers right when you check your budget and credit card statements. Try to figure out how much alcohol is costing you not only physically, mentally, relationally but financially.

This kind of truthful introspection is something you would have to get used to in order to come to terms with your life and recover fully. You will know when you're prepared and committed to quit drinking liquor.

Go to a Physician

A physician will assess the damage you've done to your system. The physician can also assess how you should quit drinking. There are two options - do it alone or be medically supervised in a hospital.

Tell People (who understand)

Another effective method to quit drinking is to tell trusted people who will understand that you're going to give up drinking and you might need their support. Most people are flattered and would be there to support and help you through the difficult period.

Find Meetings

12 Step Meetings is a great place to meet others who have experienced the same thing you're going through. Searching for 12 Step meetings within your neighborhood would get you started. Different meetings draw various individuals. Attend lots of meetings all around your neighborhood; in fact, you should go to 90 meetings within ninety days. These meetings will give you all of the info you need about how to quit drinking liquor.

Great job on getting to this point in your drinking career. Now its time to begin a new life...one that doesn't involve drinking liquor.




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