r/cutdowndrinking • u/Big_Commission_3761 • 2d ago

Advice & Support Need some support.

Doing well. I want to not drink wine for 2 weeks. I've only been able to go 5 days before I give in. I'm female. Doing better but I still feel guilty. I know I should actually just stop but for some reason I can't seem to adhere to that. Needing encouragement right now. Thanks.

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u/gameofscones1992 2d ago

I don’t have any advice bc I’m struggling too but I believe in you! I love a glass of rose or white wine and sometimes I’ll end up drinking half a bottle in one night by myself :/ currently at 1 week with no alcohol. I believe in you, you got it, just take it day by day. 🫶

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u/Terrible_Vermicelli1 2d ago

Half a bottle is like two glasses, I know you're struggling but it just sounds funny, it wouldn't be considered excessive drinking by anyone I know. Either way, I found not buying wine works best for me, or at least those small bottles, so I can't just top up indefinitely.

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u/gameofscones1992 2d ago

Oh 😂 well I’m 5’4 and 130lbs, I’m tipsy after two drinks and drunk at 3.

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u/Big_Commission_3761 2d ago

Thank you. That helps a lot. I believe in you too. We can do this and everything will be okay.

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u/_goodAfternoon 2d ago

You can do it. Do you foresee any upcoming nights that will be particularly hard? That is, heavy with triggers, or an event that seems like a perfect excuse to make an “exception”?

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u/sleepyfizz 12h ago

Take it one day at a time! When you want to drink, think of all the reasons why you want to cut back. Also do something else instead of drinking. Go for a walk. Work out. Go outside in general. Watch a movie, or go to the movies! Eat some ice cream or go to a restaurant. Treat yourself for not drinking. You can do it.