Day 7: April 7, 2024
What are My Thoughts Today?
I drank very mindfully the last week before April because I knew this change was coming for me. And I noticed that the drinks were tasty in the moment and fun for about 30 minutes, but then later (at night especially) I just felt anxious and unwell and I slept like crap. I think because I knew from counting drinks over the last 2 years that it was important to tune in to what the last week of drinking felt like. I had gradually come to the conclusion that drinking wasn't helping me, but I had never tried to be alcohol free before. Right now I don't miss it as much as I thought I would. I am reminding myself that although drinking is "fun" in the moment, the moment soon gave way to many more hours of "not fun" immediately afterwards!
Drinks since April 1st: 0
My Why: To experience a full week of freedom from alcohol, to build momentum!
What's One Awesome Thing that Happened Yesterday because I Chose Not to Drink? I actually went to bed at a reasonable hour and didn't feel my heart racing, alone in the dark. When I drank water, it wasn't because I was dehydrated. I didn't spend the late night hours fighting against my best interest.
Daily Affirmations:
1) I choose to live alcohol-free.
2) I respect and honor myself.
3) I am worthy of love and care.
4) I give myself patience to heal.
5) I have compassion for others.
6) I create beauty all around me.
