10 AMAZING Things That Happen When I Quit Drinking Alcohol
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- čas přidán 30. 06. 2024
- Sharing my personal journey and all the amazing things that happened when I quit drinking alcohol. I really wanted to focus on the positive here instead of diving too deep into the rough stuff. I hope you all will share your journeys too (and this video) so it may inspire others. Thank you so much for watching. Your support means the world to me! ~Erin xo
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Not drinking is one of the best decisions I ever made
Good Morning Erin! I don’t really know where to begin. Thank you so much for posting this. I went to bed last night and woke up this morning thinking I should quit drinking and the first thing I saw when I picked up my phone was your amazing, heartfelt video. Alcoholism also runs in my family and I’ve known for years that my addiction was ruining my life. Now, I’m 63 and I regret I didn’t seriously address it earlier. I’m a retired teacher, an aspiring CZcamsr, and have been confused for a very long time about alcohol. This may sound crazy but for a long time I have believed it was the source of my creativity, humor, and drive. I have been very successful despite drinking and until recently thought I couldn’t get much done without it. It took almost being totally broke for me to realize it is the source of my overspending, loneliness, unhappiness, and mental and physical pain. I have so much more to share and I will! Thank you for being an encouraging, loving guide. You are very important in my life and I’m grateful!
Nancy Kindred Hester my prayers go out to you. Get the help you need. Negative affects of alcohol is progressive. Take care🌸
Wow! So powerful! That is exactly the way I use to feel and now how 21 years. You too can start with 1 day at a time.
Prayers for you. You can do it.
Nancy Kindred Hester Nancy I’m a retired teacher too and I don’t think the general public recognizes the stresses teachers are under. Sending a hug to you.
What an amazing and courageous share. You can get through this and you will find you have more support than you could ever imagine. Big hug.
Sober as of 9/1/2019 here. Thanks for sharing from the heart.
Stay strong!!!!! You can do this.
Wow!!! Awesome. Starting your journey. Many prayers to you.
WyoRadical yay!
Me too. 🙌🙌🙌
@@misstickleeast268 proud of you..
My father had a problem with alcohol and quit when I was 12, but knowing the dynamics alcohol can bring into lives, I chose never to drink myself. All through college and later social situations when drinking was ‘cool’ I never gave in to being a ‘wet blanket’ in the party. I’m now on my way to 81 and have never regretted not drinking. Thank you for being brave r ought to share your story. Alcoholism definitely has a genetic link and you were wise to stop drinking alcohol when you did. ❤️. Sandra
That is beautiful. I am also sober
I quit drinking on my daughter's first day of kindergarten. I had brain fog for 6 to 9 months. I was too shy to go to AA but I did attend two meetings. Almost fifteen years later I relapsed. It took me two years to quit after that. I lost so much weight everybody kept asking me what my secret was! I now have all kinds of things that make me happier than being drunk did. I have not drank in 11 years now. 😀
Diane Doskoch so happy for you!!!!! I need to cut down big time.
Thank you this helped me. I went to lose fat and I think showing down in my drinking is going to hello tremendously.
Today I have been sober 610 days. One day at a time. Thank you for sharing 💕
Did you go to AA meetings or you just stopped by yourself?
Congratulations. Be proud. Be sober.
Hope you’re still doing well.
My Dad was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer in May. He stopped drinking couldn't stop smoking) and became the nicest, sweetest, most loving man I have ever met. He became my father. He died in August, a short three months later. That's when I realized my father was an alcoholic. Those three months are the best memories of my father. This was 26 years ago. Bless you, Erin and thank you.❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing. 🙏. 20 years sober here.
Congratulations Holly! That is incredible!! I hope you are doing something special to celebrate.
Holly Rolette McCaughley congratulations 🎈🎊
Go Girl!
Holly McCaughley 3 years sober, here. 20 years, whoohoo.
Thank you Erin for sharing such a "taboo" subject. I will be celebrating my 4 year anniversary of sobriety next month. Everything you mentioned from feeling healthier to saving money to looking better is all true. Alcohol is a toxic substance like any other addictive drug. I appreciate you giving this topic the voice it deserves. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing, Erin. I’m a social drinker but as I listen to you...even drinking only socially, it is not serving me well. 🙂
This is an important conversation.Thank you for this video.
Oh Erin, just when I thought I couldn’t adore you anymore you drop this amazing video!!! I too am a sober woman (14 years), and so appreciate when women share their story in such a graceful and elegant way. Taking the time to use this platform as a powerful agent for change is not only brave; it’s necessary!!!! Bravo 👏🏻 ❤️🌻
Thank you so much, Jennifer. And I appreciate you taking note of the direction. I thought long and hard about how I would broach this and I really wanted to address this in a positive way. Congratulations to you on 14 years!!
I was a pretty heavy drinker in my 20s. It started in College and I actually used it as a tool to maintain my weight. If I got hungry, I would drink and it worked like an appetite suppressant for me. I am 5.7 and was down to 105lbs at my lowest & I actually thought I looked fantastic..(I didn't in reality). My casual alcohol use turned into a full blown dependency..It took me a few years to get it under control and cost me some relationships and a job. I have been alcohol and smoke free for about 18 years now. Meeting my husband and having children changed the course of my life and gave me a purpose that was bigger than myself. I believe it was Devine intervention. Thanks for being vulnerable and bringing awareness to such a topical issue.
Bravo~
Thank you for sharing your story! It takes a lot of courage to admit to yourself having a problem, let alone sharing it with others! I'm one of those people who can't drink in moderation, it was all or nothing for me. Wine was my best friend for some time, until I decided to quit. There's nothing better than feeling sharp, focused and in control! xoxo
Thank you for sharing your story. You are even more amazing to me than you were 15 minutes ago. I love you!!
Aw, thanks, Lisa! I share these things and then I forget that my neighbors and friends might watch. 🤦🏼♀️ 😉😊 It’s okay. I’m at peace with this and I firmly believe it was one if the best decisions I ever made.
Hi Erin, You may have some friends and neighbors that need to hear what you said -- or that have a loved one that needs help. We never know whose lives we may touch.I love that you shared your story and how you shared it. I first went to AA in my late teens. I'm now in my 60's.
Alcohol is bad, bad stuff. Alcoholism runs in my family. I think it's sad how our society glamorizes and normalizes drinking alcohol.
Agree , I still can't believe that Hoda and Kathy on the Today Show did and still do wine Wednesday or drink on tv starting at 8-9 in the am...
@sara. Bosworth, you are so right that our society glamorizes and normalizes drinking alcohol. It's insidious. What's even worse is that my last job for 11 years started having Happy Hour on Wednesdays in a big conference room. I was vocal about that amongst other things, so I got laid off. I'm glad to be rid of that toxicity, but it's now so accepted that they've brought it to the workplace. .....and people are way over worked and stressed, which concludes that we, as a society have way bigger issues.
I agree. I cringe at every commercial, and music video and everything that glamorizes drinking.
@@godsgirl0019 And all the t shirts about it being wine o'clock or rose all day.
It's big business and celebs have to promote what they are told to promote. All for money and fame
I quit drinking too! About 6 years ago. After being hooked up to an IV 3 separate occasions in a hospital and losing my will to live, I decided to fight. At first it was for my son, and then my husband, eventually, until I realized that being sober doesn’t suck, I stuck with it for me. Your top 10’s are sooo true! It doesn’t happen overnight. There is definitely a tough transition, but it’s all very true what you said. AA was helpful, but I realized I wasn’t a group therapy kind of gal so individual therapy with a social worker was my gig. Reading the 12 steps helped me sooo much. My best goes out to anyone suffering and I hope they seek help. Alcoholism doesn’t discriminate. There is nothing to feel ashamed for. Congrats Erin!
Oh yes, there is absolutely a genetic component with alcoholism, my family on both sides had alcoholics, it's a terrible disease that will take those that love you away, as it did my father. His disease was so bad he could not be present in our lives...I have no doubt that he was capable of love...just not strong enough to fight off his disease. I know many high functioning alcoholics, it saddens me, not only are they not living a full life...they will also shorten their lives. I made the decision to not drink at all in my life many many years ago with no regrets. Bravo to you for making the change in your life, you're better for it, your family and friends also benefit from you loving yourself enough to make the decision not to drink. It takes strength and courage to recognize our own faults....Excellent Video ERIN!!
Soo right
I have been alcohol free for 8 years. It’s amazing. Thank you for sharing your story! It was not my friend either.
Thank you for sharing! xo
What concerns me are all the young girls and young Moms who are caught up in the huge wine trend. Drinking wine is being glamorized. Full disclosure.....I drink a glass or two of red wine each evening, but I am almost 70 and did not start drinking wine until I was in my 60's. I can't imagine how I would look or feel if I had been drinking and trying to raise my kids and work a job. As it is, i have gained 15 lbs over the last 5 yrs! I need to re-evaluate and start being more of a role model to my grown children and younger friends. Maybe if they see an old lady actually losing weight and getting stronger, it may spur them on to quitting too! Thank you for starting this conversation.
This is sooo true-I started drinking wine in my early 50's-and it is a "social upper class" thing--which is horrible. I have 150 bottles of wine in my home, have visited Napa on 3 trips, and I realize this is not what I want life to be!!! No more buying wine!!
this is so true and perception of wine drinking in the media as a sophicated elegant thing to do... well said
I watched a TV show called "the split". It's about a group of exceptional women, three sisters and the mum who own a prestige divorce solicitor firm on London. Rich, beautiful, smart, amazing houses and lawyers to the celebs.
In EVERY episode, they are downing the wine ALL the time. Also at some points drinking neat spirits in shot glasses like it's water.
Now, I am doing a dry month and I found it very triggering! I wanted that lifestyle and that wine!
It's such a trick. I think soaps and dramas in the UK are terrible for this.
Women binge drinking on wine all the time, whilst looking fantastic cos in real life they probably don't touch the stuff.
The timing of this video is an interesting coincidence for me. Or maybe it’s not a coincidence! 🤔 I have been contemplating my relationship with alcohol. Especially since I just ended a relationship that was full of drinking and our relationship suffered because of it for sure. I was thinking of quitting for 30 days to see how my mind and body feels. Then your video popped up which was unexpected. I was just looking for some black jeans for fall lol...the universe has ways of showing us signs when we are open. Thank you for sharing your story and being so positive.
Try it for 30 days and see how you do. You’ll know pretty quickly how serious the issue is (or isn’t) and then you can go from there.
jjldaisy there are no coincidences ☝️😊
Trina Todd SO TRUE!!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Take it a day at a time. There’s no need to think about a long term commitment at the moment. 30 days is a good short term goal. You got this!
Read the book This Nake Mind by Annie Grace. Awesome book about alcohol
I’ve been sober for almost 14 months and I have never looked better! Thank you for sharing Erin I love you even more now!
dear erin, i am so glad u posted this vid. i have been fighting my battle with booze for years. i go a few days of staying sober and then i feel so good that i decide to drink again. my hangovers ruin my next day but i have juss learned to put up with them . as i have gotten older they are getting worse and really affecting me and my day and my outlook on life. after listening to your video i am going to try again and go for 30 days with out the devil (meaning booze). i want to succeed and not shorten my life because of an addiction that is getting the best of me. xx
Erin this was so brave of you and so proud of you for sharing this topic. 💜
I stopped drinking 6 months ago. Drinking became such a habitual nightly routine that I just felt wasn’t good for me. I would pour a glass of wine, or make a martini or something every night, and I would drink it down like water and get another one. I wanted to stop for a while, but I kept procrastinating, I just couldn’t picture myself not having my evening drinks, especially with dinner “water only? , don’t think so “. Well on February 26, 2019, I said to myself, “ try to go this one night without a drink “. The next day I was so proud of myself ( although I did have a headache, due to the withdrawals). Making it through that one day was a life changer for me, I was like “I can do this, let’s try to go another day “ and then “I’m going to see how long I can go”. The weird thing is, is that I don’t seem to miss it. I especially don’t miss it when I’m at a dinner party , or out with friends and I know they’ve had too much ( they always have designated drivers, by the way- sometimes it’s me!). Anyway, I know they’re not going to feel good the next day, and I’m going to feel great! Sometimes I miss the taste of red wine with dinner, my husband always says “you can have a glass, it’s okay “. But, I always say, no. First of all one drink leads to more for me, and 2nd, I just want to see how long I can go. I’m proud to say that I don’t drink anymore more, and I cannot say that if I have the occasional drink. My husband and I still go out to happy hour, and dinner quite often, I always order my club soda with lime. It’s my drink of choice now❤️
P.S. I live in Colorado also! I’m in Steamboat Springs ❤️
Thank you for helping to diminish the stigma associated with this disease. I was sober 8 years then relapsed. I am now sober for three years. You have shown that you genuinely do want your followers to be the best version of themselves possible.
thank you for an amazing video. I lost my husband over a year ago. He was an athlete and coach who along with all of the work that went into it, drank a lot with the socialization, until a stroke ensued, depression set in and even though he was totally functional after the stroke ,could not engage in contact sports anymore, leaving him more time to drink until he physically drowned himself in alcohol from the depression. I, along with him socially drank and now I feel because he is gone, and loneliness has set in I find myself drinking a lot. I have to stop before it's too late. I want to be more alert ,do more, etc. I think this video has begun to help . thanks again
Best wishes for a sober life, you deserve it.
I'm almost 58.....I believe I look younger now than I did when I was 38 and I was drinking all the time.....not drinking alcohol literally reverses the signs of aging.....there is no serum or million dollar product out there that can do that.....it's a process, but so so worth it! Thank you Erin....your story inspires me!
When you talked about the Serenity prayer, I literally got a lump in my throat. That prayer can apply to so many areas of EVERY SINGLE person's life. I, for one, love a nice glass of wine...or 2 or 3.😘 There was a time I would indulge myself, 3-4 evenings a week. To me, it made dinner preparation and evening routines so much more relaxing. However, my husband wasn't crazy about the new habits I was forming and was concerned that eventually I would want to relax with wine EVERY night of the week. Now I just look forward to Fridays, and only Fridays (unless there's a special occasion). 😊 Great video topic! Glad you are happier now. 💕
Hi Erin, I quit drinking 9 months ago today because it didn't serve me. I was tired of battling everyday with should I have a wine or shouldn't I - I usually did! I was sick of thinking about it. After a couple of drinks I would fall asleep on the couch, not eat my dinner and have a terrible sleep then wake up feeling sick, feel guilty and usually do it again that day. My first husband is an alcoholic and I left before it destroyed myself and my 3 girls. I remarried eventually and drinking has always been a big part of my now husband's life and his family's. We have battled over his drinking and we separated at one stage for over a year. We are ok now - building our dream home - but his drinking will always bother me. I have seen how it destroys families and I have girlfriends who drink excessively and I hate it. It is THE best thing I have ever done for myself. I don't miss it and the thought of waking up with a hangover is enough to make me never drink again. Thank you for sharing your story 💛
Thank you. This helps me. I feel good about the fact that I have cut down on my drinking. I can see a point where I will quit all together.
Thank you so much for this. Dealing with problems before they become big is what, in my opinion, separates successful people from desperate people. This concerns what we ingest, spend or say.
I quit drinking when I was 40. I went to a counselor who had me sign a contract stating that I would never take another drink. That was frightening but what great strategy.I signed the paper, and from that day forward I have kept my word. It is amazing what drinking looks like when you are the one who is sober! Now I am 72, and the decision to live without alcohol is one of the best decisions that I ever made. Erin, you reach a lot of women, so it is fantastic that you decided to share your personal story. It takes courage and you may have helped many women struggling with the addiction of alcohol. Blessings!
Thank you so much, Cheryl...and thank you for sharing your journey with me. It means so much to me to be able to share with other women. xo
I think you are way past helping one person but here stands another. I have listened to this every time I do my daily hour’s walk, sometimes twice through. You are reaching many who don’t have a huge problem but just want to clear the deck of alcohol for good. This is the most persuasive thing I have ever heard. Big thanks to you. Love the fashion stuff...that goes w/o saying.
You are preaching to the choir, Erin!! I gave up drinking alcohol over 35 years ago. I think it is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I have reaped a lifetime of benefit from it. More than anything else, I feel free. I am not relying on a chemical to make me happy but it is all me and I am present in every moment. Thanks so much for choosing to share your story. I really hope it sparks a fruitful conversation.
Thank you Erin! My marriage ended because my former husband was an alcoholic in denial. He would not seek help, no matter what I tried. We separated and it was really rock bottom from there for him.
Your openness and honesty is loved and appreciated!
When the student is ready, the teacher appears- Thank you!
"If you are asking yourself if drinking is an issue then it's an issue." "...at the very least it's not serving you." Powerful words! For me it may be more powerful than the 10 amazing things list. The list seems to be the icing on the cake. Thank you for sharing!
In my family alcoholism became a part of a negative family culture that eventually broke most relationships within the family apart. My mother’s parents were both alcoholics - and even though she rarely drinks- it made her a more fearful, less trusting person. I see those tendencies in myself- and actively try to work on those impulses. It’s amazing how far reaching the fall out from drinking is. Thankfully I’m not drawn to alcohol - but I definitely know how much it has impacted me regardless.
Such a powerful talk! Another benefit is being a role model for your children. I think our son, at 17 now, hasn’t been interested in drinking since we don’t drink and most of his friends have tried or do drink alcohol. He knows we live just fine or even better not having alcohol in our lives.
An eye opener was after having him and going to restaurants and seeing other people drinking with babies and little ones and then getting in cars and driving under the influence with the little ones in the car!
Thank you for sharing this very personal story! You didn’t just stop drinking. You have found and are experiencing serenity. You have found “ sobriety”. These two are the result of deep reflection and desire for change. Congratulations to you! It’s not automatic and is entirely different than simply “ not drinking alcohol. You continue to be an inspiration! I use the word “ lovely” now so often as a way to describe things because you use it often... and you truly are lovely. Thank you 😘
My thought watching this video was just a thoughtful, intelligent and genuine woman you are. ❤️ I grew up with a very different experience with alcohol. My parents had religious beliefs that they thought kept them from drinking when we were growing up. It was sort of an oppressive thing that isolated them from family and friends. After we both turned 21 and they realized we were fine, they both started drinking wine and it has been a great joy to enjoy with them all as adults. I have a problem with the “alcohol culture” in the US. Many people seem to think if you drink, it’s to get drunk. Alcohol is enjoyed in every culture around the world, and not to get drunk. I personally enjoy it and am grateful to have healthy relationship with it, but I know that’s not the case for many. I so appreciate your honesty and openness and what a strong woman you are. You’re a fabulous example for your children. Thanks for sharing❤️
Elizabeth, interesting point about USA culture. It's so EXCESSIVE about everything, whether unhealthy, healthy, the size of drinks or meals or cars or houses or Starbucks size options, even days we work vs. vacation... Hmm. Hadn't made the correlation with alcohol, but I see it now that I reflect on our international travels! Moderation is more popular elsewhere.
Thank you Erin for this very real video. For the last decade or so, I've been drinking more than I should. Pretty much every night, a couple of glasses of wine, sometimes more. I can go for a while and not drink, but it always seems to circle back around to the same old routine. I'm going to give it a shot again though, inspired by your story. Thanks friend!
THAT was such an inspiring video you shared... I will stop drinking, ( I would call me a social drinker ). I drink white wine and beer to relieve pain.
I have a chronic disease that pain meds do not help. I have had practically every joint replaced, so exercise is tough.
But, after listening to you, I don’t need that in my life. Alcohol is “not my friend”. I feel like crap the next day...and still in pain!
I will search for another “relief”. Thank you for sharing.
You helped me, more than you know, dear friend.💕
Judy Bunch Maybe CBD oil could help?? Just a thought.....hope you find something.
I have tried CBD oil, one did help a little! I have had acupuncture, and he was a Chinese Doctor that taught it!He was very good, but it is only temporary relief.
Thank you for your encouragement.
Dear Judy, I understand. I too, suffer with chronic pain in my joints and walk with a bad limp because of hip and knee complications. I found a channel called The Paddison Program, here on YT. I am only in my first week, and today I woke up with much less pain than I have had in the last 2 yrs.. The program involves juicing, healing gut permeability, and eating non inflammatory foods. I understand about the drinking...I found that 2 glasses of pinot grigio with 3 Naproxen seemed to help...….unfortunately, not so much the next day, as well as bad for the stomach and liver. Good luck to you, and God bless.
Hey, Judy.
For your pain, check out Kratom. Also, the "Fisher Wallace Stimulator." 🙏💞
Thanks for sharing this Erin. I quit drinking over 3 years ago. My husband did as well. It’s been a good thing for both of us.
Congratulations Nicole! It’s so great, right?
Dear Erin, I am so proud of you,!! Both my parents were alcoholics and it destroyed my family. I do not drink and neither does my brother and we are both over 70. My mother died when I was 7 due to alcoholic rated diseases. I look around and see so many families destroyed thru alcohol. When I was working as a nurse in E R , I can’t even begin to tell you the destruction of lives due to alcohol. It is so hard for me to see people drinking. I don’t have a soap box about people doing what I think is best , but so many people drink as a self treatment for depression anxiety and other mental illnesses.
You are so brave, keep using this channel as a way to help so many people. Proud of you and love you loads!
Glenda
My friends brother drank himself to death. Very very sad.
Powerful message! My life improved exponentially and the change began with me 13 years ago, one day at a time. I already saw you as a strong and successful woman. Now after sharing this private and vulnerable aspect of your life, I respect you much more!
My mom was a single mother of three children and one child with a disability. She had a hard life but she was an alcoholic. I grew up watching her drink daily. She wasn’t a stumble fall down drunk. She was the life of the party and everyone loved her. She was very loud and hateful with her words at times. I never remember her saying I love you until later on in my life. This sounds horrible but she was a good mother but in the end she chose alcohol over anything else. She died from cirrhosis of the liver. I myself went through an alcohol issue thru ages of 16-25. Just one day I got tired of the way my life was headed and wanted to love myself. Two years later I had my own children and I’m happy they’ve never had to experience the things I had to experience.
Thank you Erin for sharing
I’m so sorry about your mom and I’m also sorry about your personal struggle. I feel honored that you shared your story with me. I think issues with alcohol look different for everyone. I’ve seen them all; the nightly drinker who just peacefully passes out, the loud, abusive ones, the life of the party drinkers... it’s a drug and we are all so different that is affects us all in different ways. Sometimes I think it was easier for me to quit because it was so obvious that it was not working well for me. Congratulations to you for making the decision to quit, AND at such a young age! That is truly amazing!!
Erin, this is an excellent (and brave) video. My ex husband is an alcoholic and waited until alcohol was destroying his life before he quit. A lot of people feel that way-the alcoholic is the person who cannot function but you are absolutely right - alcoholism is not simply when you hit rock bottom. It’s all about the relationship with alcohol. There are plenty of functional alcoholics out there and only the people who know them best can identify the cracks forming in their lives as a result of alcohol.
Thank you for sharing! I quit drinking about 32 years ago. It has done nothing but serve me in a positive way. I was fortunate that I needed no help. I was not an alcoholic....yet! I have close family members that are alcoholics. Thank God for AA. They are all sober. It's such a hard topic to bring up because of how it is perceived by most members. Great job on bringing a difficult topic to light!
Thank you for sharing !!! Speaking about this is not popular , but really is very real in slot of our lives. I stopped drinking in 2010 when I gave my life to the Lord. Reconciled with my God & never looked back.
As a parent, another good reason not to drink are the two little eyes watching your every move..
So true! xo
That was incredibly courageous of you, Erin. I personally don’t have a problem with drinking, but my husband is a high-functioning alcoholic who is still in denial. It has caused a lot of pain in our family. I grew up in an alcoholic home too, but am now in recovery at Al-Anon. We have monthly combined meetings with AA where I learn so much about the disease of alcoholism, and how to grow in compassion towards my husband. Anyway, thank you so much for sharing your story. It’s so important to get rid of the stigma around it. I believe it’s going to help many of your viewers out there. Alcohol dependence/alcoholism is much more common than people think
Keep going to Al-Anon! It is a wonderful program. Hope your hubby finds his way to AA! Love and hope to you💙
Wonderful video! I started tapering down to a social drink here and there about 15 years ago (I started with one per week, then bi-weekly, monthly, 3 months, 6 months). Now, I don't drink at all. Alcoholism runs in our families. I don't want my grandkids to remember that "yucky" feeling that so many of us lived with from seeing relatives drunk. NOT in my home!
Wow! What a wonderful share. You said it all. Very honest. Just about every incident that has happened with friends and family in my life was around drinking. I’ve seen too much damage because of it. My marriage ended because of my husband’s drinking. Broke my heart, but I couldn’t live like that any longer. Tried my best, but ultimately it is THEIR decision. I just decided that it wouldn’t ruin my life as well. Thank you for your courage in sharing.
Wow, Deborah... you are SO brave! So many women (and men) get caught up in a codependent cycle and it does end up ruining their lives too. It’s really courageous that you took the necessary and very hard steps to ensure your happiness.
🙃I quit 6 yrs ago just to get in better health! It is amazing how much better it feels without it!🤗. You better believe you have helped, touched, and improved someone’s life with sharing your story!!!!💖
Thanks for sharing Erin~ I've experienced similar dynamics, grew up in an alcoholic family and started to developed the allergic side effects in my late 30's which increased as I've matured. I still have a drink now and then but feel 100X better when I'm clear, you nailed it on the benefits!
Erin, wow this was an amazing discovery to learn about your journey with drinking. I just celebrated 25 years in July and I’m 56. It has truly transformed my life. Good for you for being so open and honest.
Thank you for sharing. I quit drinking 35 years ago and I’m still grateful for waking up and feeling good in the morning. I also know that at any time I can drive someone anywhere the need to go when I’m around. No guilt no embarrassment! The thought of drinking still makes me feel sick. It’s the best thing I’ve ever done for myself. Thanks again.
You never know who you will touch with an episode like this... very brave!! I quit alcohol 6 years ago and had the same questions and reservations about what life would be like without it. Happy to say that so many positive things happened to me as well. You absolutely have 10 great and true benefits of life without alcohol. I’m the healthiest and happiest I’ve ever been . Great job telling your story.
Thank you Erin. Your style runs deep.
Thanks for sharing. My family has definitely been touched with the destruction that alcoholism brings. Luckily for me, alcohol just makes me ill. Kudos to you for addressing this topic. 😊
Melissa Malone I feel the same. Alcohol makes me feel ill. So I’ve never been a drinker. Alcoholism runs in my family and I’m thankful I wasn’t struck with it. My father he battled addiction my entire life. My bother now battles. I worry for my adult sons. They know their history on both sides of the family and we openly discuss it. I’m hopeful they don’t ever battle it. They are early 20’s and rarely drink. But I know how easy that can change.
I think people speaking up will help with this problem not being so stigmatized. People are scared to come forward, they don’t want that stigma attached to their name. Thank you for your voice.
Proud of you for sharing your story. Yes you will help someone.
It is good to share and be vulnerable. Helps in healing. Nothing to be ashamed of. You are human. Letting others see your humanity is a gift to us. Makes you a real person and not just a perfect cut out of a person. Thank you for sharing.
Coming up on 9 years and I relate to everyone of these points. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much for sharing your story! I have been a functioning heavy drinker and wanting to stop for a long time. This was the first weekend with out a bottle of wine a night. (Without any wine this weekend). I want my sparkle back and hearing your story is encouraging for me to continue.
Good for you, Lesa for cutting back. It’s a hard process and you may need someone to talk to. A trusted friend helped me in my journey and I think that made a huge difference. You might like the podcast, Recovery Elevator. The friend I mentioned in the video who recently quit says it’s really helpful to her.
@@BusbeeStyle And the Bubble Hour for a podcast too. I put a few free online secret groups, blogs and podcasts above all very solid in the recovery movement and they are all women like us.
I truly appreciate your honesty and you sharing your story. I grew up in Alanon and have always loved the Serenity Prayer. And I am not a drinker and never have been. But, that prayer (religious or not) puts things in perspective and is a really good tool to get through things. 💖
thank you so much for this Erin ...
I know I have a problem ... but it’s always a « civilized » problem ... I never get crazy .... but I feel alcohol is stopping me from a lot of things.
you are making me rethink the situation.
Alcohol destroyed my 1st marriage. We divorced after 30 years. The divorce propelled my youngest sons addiction. 5 years later alcohol killed my ex husband. But on the outside we looked like we had it together. 2 years ago my son and I both quit drinking alcohol. All of the things you talked about are soooo true! It was almost like hearing my story being told. Thank you for sharing. ❤️ I am so much happier more productive and loving my life! I wish I had done this so much sooner!
I’m sorry for your hardship and loss. Thank you for sharing your story and congratulations on being a quitter like me! 😉😘
I wish I could “Like” this a million times!! I have 19 years of sobriety & as I type this, getting ready to go to an AA meeting. It’s changed my life so much. I didn’t believe in God or miracles before but I do now. Thank you for your honesty & hopefully if there is someone sick or struggling out there, it will give them the courage to find help
Thank you, Lorraine and CONGRATS to you on 19 years of being alcohol-free!!! What an incredible achievement... especially in a society that welcomes and encourages drinking. Loved reading your story. ~Erin xo
I quit drinking alcohol in December 2010 and I have never looked back. Thanks for sharing. My doctor who is also female said that women over 40 just shouldn’t drink so here’s the proof. 😊😊😊
That’s an awesome point. As you age, the effects are worse. I’m going through menopause and IF I were drinking also, there is no chance I would figure out how to stabilize my hormones and thyroid. Not to mention the aging effects of alcohol use and abuse. Thanks for sharing and congrats to you on making this life changing decision and sticking with it!!
Thank you for sharing this!! I’m going to celebrate 4 years sober next month and I love when people share their story. You helped me so thank you!!
So glad you did this video! I rarely drink because I just don’t like how I feel. It’s hard when our culture places so much emphasis on drinking to have fun!
Thank you for your opening up about this topic. It is very helpful.
Thank you for such a wonderfully honest and inspirational video.
My Nan taught my sister and myself the serenity prayer when we were 5/6 years.
I say it every night. I believe acceptance is the key to life. I’m sober 15years 11months.
I grew up in an alcoholic home, I abused alcohol for many years as did my beloved late brother who passed away 1 month ago.
Since I have stopped drinking alcohol I have found peace and contentment. It didn’t happen overnight and life is not a Disney movie but it is a million times better, happier, healthier both physically and mentally when you are sober.
Great job, Erin! Perfect way to use your platform. I quit drinking 3 years ago and I agree with all you points. I’ve never been happier and more content. The one huge benefit that happened for me is to realize that I am worthy. Worthy of happiness. Thanks again for sharing!
Yes, self-worth and confidence are definitely a treasure and areas that improved for me too when I quitting. I love myself enough NOT to drink. Thanks, Lesley. 💗
Thanks for share this Erin. Really you touched my heart and my mind. Was nice see you in this emotional situation beyond the look, the fashion and the shopping. I see you very different now. I have issues with the alcohol in my family and listen to you today was simply a very important sign for me. Hugs and love.
Alcohol is the one drug you have to explain why you don’t use it. I’ve found that alcohol is so socially acceptable, even though there are so many negative effects on your life.
I’ve been 11 months alcohol free & the social situations are the most interesting. My friends tease me & some times don’t invite me, however I’m now ok with that because the benefits far out way all the negatives 😁
Thank you for sharing your story & sharing all those great benefits of saying goodbye to the drug “alcohol” 🙏🏻
So true. People still ask me. WHY don’t you drink. I got that question at a huge group dinner table recently. Normally, I’m happy to answer. No problem. But at a giant group table?? It felt like everyone’s conversation stopped (even though it didn’t). I simply said, it’s a long story and to make a long story short... I didn’t like the person I became when I drank so I quit many years ago. Would I ever say to someone, why aren’t you eating dessert?? No. I sure wouldn’t. Thanks for sharing your story and struggle, Trina. Congrats to you on almost a year of NOT drinking!!
Oh my gosh, I never thought about alcohol like that before......."the one drug you have to explain why you don't use." That's an eye opener for me. Thanks, Trina!
There is power in prayer 🙏🏽 I am glad you found a combination of something that worked for you. You are brave.🌸
Yes! And that serenity prayer is true whether alcohol is an issue or not.
these conversations should be happening more, thank for sharing your vulnerability! I too have been down this journey and do not drink anymore! It's empowering to get back that control and choosing to be honest with yourself and the demons that often chase us down. Keep up with all the real things that are often not shared on this or any other platform, because I am paying attention! virtual hugs Erin, xoxoxo :o)
Thank you! This is incredibly helpful for me. Real talk, for sure, but in your usual upbeat and meaningful way. I am going to watch again...and again.
Erin - kudos to you for being brave enough to share your story. Our son in law came to me earlier this year and told me he knew he was out of control with his drinking and he was going to stop. He was having issues with our daughter, his wife, and he knew he was handling it badly. He decided on his own to go to AA meetings and he talked to me. I suggested that even though I was happy to sit with him and talk, I was not equipped to really help him work out the issues. I then suggested that he call our Pastor who is a family counselor, especially since they could not afford to pay for a professional and we live in a very rural area where there are not a lot of options. He has been counseling with Pastor since early May and it has helped so much because he can say out loud what he needs to say and know he won't be judged and he receives the guidance he needs. I once had an alcoholic in my life when my daughter was in her teens and made the decision that was not good for my life or my daughters. I am sure your story will help other women. Thank you again.
Erin your honestly and vulnerability is so beautiful. You are truly an inspiration. Thank you
God gave you the awareness, strength and wisdom to stay away from this substance. He is real and available to us when we seek him. Great video Erin and we all need this this message. Kudos to your courage and concern for yourself and others. ❤
Amen.
Erin, thank you for sharing your story! It is not easy to be open up and be vulnerable to others. Your words of encouragement were impactful! As you said if your story reaches 1 person it was well worth the effort! Have a blessed Sunday.😊🙏🏼
You are such a brave, nice and caring, human being, thank you for keep it real.
Thank You, I am sure with telling your story you have helped many that are going through the same things right now.😊😊
Good for you for being so brave and honest. Addiction is very difficult to break away from and the benefits are incredible.
Thank you for your brave spirit! I rarely drink & it's not an issue for me, but I still loved hearing your story & it inspired me to examine some other things in my life that aren't serving me. I gained even more respect & admiration for you today!
You are so courageous to share such a personal part of your life. It shows that you genuinely care and want to help others through your platform. You are such a special lady ❤
Thanks for sharing your story. I am always amazed when you share a story and we have something in common. I have 21 years clean and sober and am so grateful.
Thank you for sharing your story with us Erin. It is a subject that either resonates with us personally or because we have history within our families. This video I'm sure can be the catalyst for changing their relationship with alcohol. This was a a very kind and giving hand you extended to so many people that are struggling with this issue. Thanks again. 💕
Erin,thank you so much for sharing. As a nurse, a daughter and mom of people with addiction it is so rewarding to hear of success. Wearing sobriety never goes out of style. I love the way you explained the benefits in a simple hearfelt forum. It takes alot of courage to soul search, prepare for your journey and actually go through with it. To share with others encourages everyone to keep sobriety. You and many of your viewers are amazing people. Hugs to each of you.🌹💝☺
When I stopped drinking several years ago, that left plenty of free time to think. And wow, when I started _thinking_ again, I realized how blind I’d been living for so many years. God bless and thank you for sharing your story and wisdom. I pray it helps other women (and men) who find this video.
Erin, everything about you is so special and sweet. Thank you so much for being brave. You are wonderful! ❤️
Thank you Erin. I quit drugs years ago by going to NA and by my faith in God. I have since drifted away somewhat. I know I drink too much sometimes.
You got me thinking, I'm going to be mulling over what you've said. I know it's all true. It's hard, and raw and somehow scary. Wow that got deep...maybe I should start journaling.
Yes! I think that’s an amazing tool. And ask yourself... Is it serving you?
Thank you!!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 - God definitely granted you courage- and using your platform for good! You definitely inspired me- and at one point had me crying. You’re a gem, Erin! Keep doing you!
Thank you for sharing, and being real. Someone will see this and a seed will be planted. Well done!
Shine your light, girl! Love your inspiration & using your influence to empower others to take the next step! Rock on!