Guest guest Posted February 28, 2007 Report Share Posted February 28, 2007 Jessika, I don't have tips for quitting drinking. I do have a lot of friends who joined AA and have been successful recovering alcoholics for years. AA doesn't work for everyone, but it is a good source for the kinds of questions you have. And, it's true: one day at a time. I did quit smoking years ago and I initially started my " program " by looking at the things I did while I smoked (like talking on the phone, drinking at a bar, after dinner, etc.) In order to avoid that habit " at the moment " I started thinking of things I could do where smoking was impossible: get up after dinner and immediately wash dishes (can't smoke with wet fingers); I avoided long phone conversations; I started walking/jogging in the evenings; and I started reading instead of watching TV (I didn't smoke when I read because the trail of smoke, curiously, always went right to my eyes). I also realized that I could never even light a cigarette for anyone ever again. I quit in 1979 - haven't picked on up since. Also, having alcoholics in my family, be careful of being an enabler. He has to discover a lot of this himself, you doing it for him -- well, he won't learn it for himself. Very often alcoholics will trade one dependence (alcohol) for another (coffee and cigarettes are a prime example), or even dependence on another person. The goal is for him to deal with not just the dependence on alcohol, but also his addictive personality. Dede Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 1, 2007 Report Share Posted March 1, 2007 Dede, I have worried a lot about acting as an enabler for him. One thing I have to learn is where the line is drawn between being supportive and being an enabler, as well as where the line is drawn between that tough love of not enabling, and abandoning him. I am hoping I can get a better grasp on this through Al Anon meetings. edgetexlady <rbright wrote: Jessika, I don't have tips for quitting drinking. I do have a lot of friends who joined AA and have been successful recovering alcoholics for years. AA doesn't work for everyone, but it is a good source for the kinds of questions you have. And, it's true: one day at a time. I did quit smoking years ago and I initially started my " program " by looking at the things I did while I smoked (like talking on the phone, drinking at a bar, after dinner, etc.) In order to avoid that habit " at the moment " I started thinking of things I could do where smoking was impossible: get up after dinner and immediately wash dishes (can't smoke with wet fingers); I avoided long phone conversations; I started walking/jogging in the evenings; and I started reading instead of watching TV (I didn't smoke when I read because the trail of smoke, curiously, always went right to my eyes). I also realized that I could never even light a cigarette for anyone ever again. I quit in 1979 - haven't picked on up since. Also, having alcoholics in my family, be careful of being an enabler. He has to discover a lot of this himself, you doing it for him -- well, he won't learn it for himself. Very often alcoholics will trade one dependence (alcohol) for another (coffee and cigarettes are a prime example), or even dependence on another person. The goal is for him to deal with not just the dependence on alcohol, but also his addictive personality. Dede Everyone is raving about the all-new Mail beta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 2, 2007 Report Share Posted March 2, 2007 Letting Go is an excellent book on no being an enabler for an alcoholic and I highly recommend it. Jenny Kernan --- Jessika Stone <remindersofthen wrote: > Dede, > I have worried a lot about acting as an enabler > for him. One thing I have to learn is where the > line is drawn between being supportive and being an > enabler, as well as where the line is drawn between > that tough love of not enabling, and abandoning him. > I am hoping I can get a better grasp on this > through Al Anon meetings. > > edgetexlady <rbright wrote: > Jessika, I don't have tips for quitting > drinking. I do have a lot of > friends who joined AA and have been successful > recovering alcoholics > for years. AA doesn't work for everyone, but it is a > good source for > the kinds of questions you have. And, it's true: one > day at a time. > > I did quit smoking years ago and I initially started > my " program " by > looking at the things I did while I smoked (like > talking on the > phone, drinking at a bar, after dinner, etc.) In > order to avoid > that habit " at the moment " I started thinking of > things I could do > where smoking was impossible: get up after dinner > and immediately > wash dishes (can't smoke with wet fingers); I > avoided long phone > conversations; I started walking/jogging in the > evenings; and I > started reading instead of watching TV (I didn't > smoke when I read > because the trail of smoke, curiously, always went > right to my > eyes). I also realized that I could never even light > a cigarette > for anyone ever again. > > I quit in 1979 - haven't picked on up since. > > Also, having alcoholics in my family, be careful of > being an > enabler. He has to discover a lot of this himself, > you doing it for > him -- well, he won't learn it for himself. Very > often alcoholics > will trade one dependence (alcohol) for another > (coffee and > cigarettes are a prime example), or even dependence > on another > person. The goal is for him to deal with not just > the dependence on > alcohol, but also his addictive personality. > > Dede > Everyone is raving about the all-new Mail > beta. > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2007 Report Share Posted March 3, 2007 Thank you Jenny. I will check that out. Jenny Kernan <rainysnana wrote: Letting Go is an excellent book on no being an enabler for an alcoholic and I highly recommend it. Jenny Kernan --- Jessika Stone <remindersofthen wrote: > Dede, > I have worried a lot about acting as an enabler > for him. One thing I have to learn is where the > line is drawn between being supportive and being an > enabler, as well as where the line is drawn between > that tough love of not enabling, and abandoning him. > I am hoping I can get a better grasp on this > through Al Anon meetings. > > edgetexlady <rbright wrote: > Jessika, I don't have tips for quitting > drinking. I do have a lot of > friends who joined AA and have been successful > recovering alcoholics > for years. AA doesn't work for everyone, but it is a > good source for > the kinds of questions you have. And, it's true: one > day at a time. > > I did quit smoking years ago and I initially started > my " program " by > looking at the things I did while I smoked (like > talking on the > phone, drinking at a bar, after dinner, etc.) In > order to avoid > that habit " at the moment " I started thinking of > things I could do > where smoking was impossible: get up after dinner > and immediately > wash dishes (can't smoke with wet fingers); I > avoided long phone > conversations; I started walking/jogging in the > evenings; and I > started reading instead of watching TV (I didn't > smoke when I read > because the trail of smoke, curiously, always went > right to my > eyes). I also realized that I could never even light > a cigarette > for anyone ever again. > > I quit in 1979 - haven't picked on up since. > > Also, having alcoholics in my family, be careful of > being an > enabler. He has to discover a lot of this himself, > you doing it for > him -- well, he won't learn it for himself. Very > often alcoholics > will trade one dependence (alcohol) for another > (coffee and > cigarettes are a prime example), or even dependence > on another > person. The goal is for him to deal with not just > the dependence on > alcohol, but also his addictive personality. > > Dede > > > > > > > > Everyone is raving about the all-new Mail > beta. > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > TV dinner still cooling? Check out " Tonight's Picks " on TV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2007 Report Share Posted March 5, 2007 Let me say first that any suggestions to stop drinking are easier said than done, but not impossible and take time with commitment. When the need/wish/want/desire to drink comes up, take a moment ...what don't you want to feel, look at, acknowledge? Working with a therapist, qualified professional can help you get to the root of why this happens and the need to self medicate will take a new turn. Good Luck Namaste Cathy edgetexlady <rbright wrote: Jessika, I don't have tips for quitting drinking. I do have a lot of friends who joined AA and have been successful recovering alcoholics for years. AA doesn't work for everyone, but it is a good source for the kinds of questions you have. And, it's true: one day at a time. I did quit smoking years ago and I initially started my " program " by looking at the things I did while I smoked (like talking on the phone, drinking at a bar, after dinner, etc.) In order to avoid that habit " at the moment " I started thinking of things I could do where smoking was impossible: get up after dinner and immediately wash dishes (can't smoke with wet fingers); I avoided long phone conversations; I started walking/jogging in the evenings; and I started reading instead of watching TV (I didn't smoke when I read because the trail of smoke, curiously, always went right to my eyes). I also realized that I could never even light a cigarette for anyone ever again. I quit in 1979 - haven't picked on up since. Also, having alcoholics in my family, be careful of being an enabler. He has to discover a lot of this himself, you doing it for him -- well, he won't learn it for himself. Very often alcoholics will trade one dependence (alcohol) for another (coffee and cigarettes are a prime example), or even dependence on another person. The goal is for him to deal with not just the dependence on alcohol, but also his addictive personality. Dede Food fight? Enjoy some healthy debate in the Answers Food & Drink Q & A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2007 Report Share Posted March 7, 2007 Well, Monday was his first day without a drink and I think he is doing well. He is drinking a ton of juice, a little more than a jug of juice a day! I hope its still on sale at Whole Foods because at this rate we're going to need a lot more. Other than that he seems to be doing very well. On Monday he was sweating a lot and seemed really cool and clammy when we went to bed, but that seems to have gone away. He is spending most of his days painting and cleaning and in the evening he watches a lot of tv (which is unlike him, but he seems tired). He seems tired and quiet so I'm trying not to bother him too much. He goes to bed pretty early with me now instead of staying up late, and is now able to sleep through me getting up early every day, which he never did before. He's been eating a lot of meat. I wonder if during the first couple of weeks I should just let him eat comfort food, then the both of us should go on a detox? Its unlike him to eat so much meat. And cheese. I'll bet his tummy hurts. But I guess thats all good, right? He doesn't seem to be in too bad of a mood or too terribly miserable. I dont know. I'm starting Al Anon next week and he's starting AA soon. Don't be flakey. Get Mail for Mobile and always stay connected to friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2007 Report Share Posted March 8, 2007 That is excellent for him and you!. He does need to drink unsweetened 100% juice and lots of water. Minerals and amino acid supplements if possible. That will help with the meat craving. Lean meats will be ok as he is probably needing protein and in drug withdrawal, alcohol withdrawal etc the patient needs meat. When he's done he can cut back on it. He may need something like Valerian Root or Kava Kava to stay relaxed..ask for something that is for nerves at the Whole Food Store. Tinctures work quickly, capsules are good..stay away from tablets as they don't dissolve unless they are sublingual ( you put them under the tongue ). If he's sweating alot..that is also good, he's going to detox some that way. Just make sure he's drinking lots of fluids. You can find waters like SMART water and Fiji waters that have electrolytes and minerals added back to the water...he needs those. They will help with blood pressure and brain/organ function. If he doesn't do AA...still do the Al anon. You will need their support as much as he does. He does need to do it as soon as possible...these first few days are important. Don't worry about the sleep. It is normal to do that as the body detoxes and lets go. And don't be surprised if he starts to sleep more. That is also natural. He could also get diarrhea..it is part of the withdrawls. Just get him whole grains, bananas, toast etc to help keep him bulked and lots of fluids so he doesn't dehydrate. Good Luck Jenny Kernan Quantum Biofeedback Therapist --- Jessika Stone <remindersofthen wrote: > Well, Monday was his first day without a drink and I > think he is doing well. He is drinking a ton of > juice, a little more than a jug of juice a day! I > hope its still on sale at Whole Foods because at > this rate we're going to need a lot more. Other > than that he seems to be doing very well. On Monday > he was sweating a lot and seemed really cool and > clammy when we went to bed, but that seems to have > gone away. He is spending most of his days painting > and cleaning and in the evening he watches a lot of > tv (which is unlike him, but he seems tired). He > seems tired and quiet so I'm trying not to bother > him too much. He goes to bed pretty early with me > now instead of staying up late, and is now able to > sleep through me getting up early every day, which > he never did before. He's been eating a lot of > meat. I wonder if during the first couple of weeks > I should just let him eat comfort food, then the > both of us should go on a detox? Its unlike him to > eat so much meat. And > cheese. I'll bet his tummy hurts. > But I guess thats all good, right? He doesn't > seem to be in too bad of a mood or too terribly > miserable. > I dont know. I'm starting Al Anon next week and > he's starting AA soon. > > > > Don't be flakey. Get Mail for Mobile and > always stay connected to friends. > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 Well, despite the fact that he seems to be sleeping more, he says the sleep he's getting is terrible. I will look into some natural medices for nervousness. I am also going to try to get him to drink some chamomile tea before bed, although every time I offer him tea anymore he says no thankyou. All he wants to drink is juice! It is unsweetened, thank god. If it weren't I could see him gaining a ton of weight, and I know that would make him unhappy. Jenny Kernan <rainysnana wrote: That is excellent for him and you!. He does need to drink unsweetened 100% juice and lots of water. Minerals and amino acid supplements if possible. That will help with the meat craving. Lean meats will be ok as he is probably needing protein and in drug withdrawal, alcohol withdrawal etc the patient needs meat. When he's done he can cut back on it. He may need something like Valerian Root or Kava Kava to stay relaxed..ask for something that is for nerves at the Whole Food Store. Tinctures work quickly, capsules are good..stay away from tablets as they don't dissolve unless they are sublingual ( you put them under the tongue ). If he's sweating alot..that is also good, he's going to detox some that way. Just make sure he's drinking lots of fluids. You can find waters like SMART water and Fiji waters that have electrolytes and minerals added back to the water...he needs those. They will help with blood pressure and brain/organ function. If he doesn't do AA...still do the Al anon. You will need their support as much as he does. He does need to do it as soon as possible...these first few days are important. Don't worry about the sleep. It is normal to do that as the body detoxes and lets go. And don't be surprised if he starts to sleep more. That is also natural. He could also get diarrhea..it is part of the withdrawls. Just get him whole grains, bananas, toast etc to help keep him bulked and lots of fluids so he doesn't dehydrate. Good Luck Jenny Kernan Quantum Biofeedback Therapist --- Jessika Stone <remindersofthen wrote: > Well, Monday was his first day without a drink and I > think he is doing well. He is drinking a ton of > juice, a little more than a jug of juice a day! I > hope its still on sale at Whole Foods because at > this rate we're going to need a lot more. Other > than that he seems to be doing very well. On Monday > he was sweating a lot and seemed really cool and > clammy when we went to bed, but that seems to have > gone away. He is spending most of his days painting > and cleaning and in the evening he watches a lot of > tv (which is unlike him, but he seems tired). He > seems tired and quiet so I'm trying not to bother > him too much. He goes to bed pretty early with me > now instead of staying up late, and is now able to > sleep through me getting up early every day, which > he never did before. He's been eating a lot of > meat. I wonder if during the first couple of weeks > I should just let him eat comfort food, then the > both of us should go on a detox? Its unlike him to > eat so much meat. And > cheese. I'll bet his tummy hurts. > But I guess thats all good, right? He doesn't > seem to be in too bad of a mood or too terribly > miserable. > I dont know. I'm starting Al Anon next week and > he's starting AA soon. > > > > Don't be flakey. Get Mail for Mobile and > always stay connected to friends. > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > Never miss an email again! Toolbar alerts you the instant new Mail arrives. Check it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 That's pretty fantastic, by the way. You both should be commended. I have heard that there is a closeness between sugar and alcohol addictions, so the juice thing makes total sense. Juice is higher in sugar than a bowl of ice cream (on the glycemic index anyway). I think you just have to be patient and supportive--let him know that you want him to be healthy for both of you, and eventually wean him off the vast quantities of juice, meat, and cheese. My boyfriend quit drinking and I have managed to encourage him to crave a variety of foods and beverages--yogurt and keifer being two of them. We end up eating the same things usually, so in time he just gave in to eating like I do, which is pretty healthy. Variety is the key. Just make sure you have lots of different things around--beverages especially. Alcohol is such an interactive product-you need lots of variety to come close to the entertainment alcohol provides. Ginger brew, teas, coffees, sparkling waters, lemonades, etc. help buffer the loss. Sounds silly but it worked for us. Good luck! Don't get soaked. Take a quick peek at the forecast with the Search weather shortcut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I can also recommend homeopathic Nux vominca 30c, 3 pellets under the tongue once per day, for two weeks. Avoid coffee and other stimulants, if possible, during this time. Nux is a good liver detox; helps get you over the hump. Cathleen Springer Certified Homeopath , Jessika Stone <remindersofthen wrote: > > Well, despite the fact that he seems to be sleeping more, he says the sleep he's getting is terrible. I will look into some natural medices for nervousness. I am also going to try to get him to drink some chamomile tea before bed, although every time I offer him tea anymore he says no thankyou. All he wants to drink is juice! It is unsweetened, thank god. If it weren't I could see him gaining a ton of weight, and I know that would make him unhappy. > > Jenny Kernan <rainysnana wrote: That is excellent for him and you!. He does need to > drink unsweetened 100% juice and lots of water. > Minerals and amino acid supplements if possible. That > will help with the meat craving. Lean meats will be ok > as he is probably needing protein and in drug > withdrawal, alcohol withdrawal etc the patient needs > meat. When he's done he can cut back on it. > > He may need something like Valerian Root or Kava Kava > to stay relaxed..ask for something that is for nerves > at the Whole Food Store. Tinctures work quickly, > capsules are good..stay away from tablets as they > don't dissolve unless they are sublingual ( you put > them under the tongue ). > > If he's sweating alot..that is also good, he's going > to detox some that way. Just make sure he's drinking > lots of fluids. You can find waters like SMART water > and Fiji waters that have electrolytes and minerals > added back to the water...he needs those. They will > help with blood pressure and brain/organ function. > > If he doesn't do AA...still do the Al anon. You will > need their support as much as he does. He does need to > do it as soon as possible...these first few days are > important. > > Don't worry about the sleep. It is normal to do that > as the body detoxes and lets go. And don't be > surprised if he starts to sleep more. That is also > natural. He could also get diarrhea..it is part of the > withdrawls. Just get him whole grains, bananas, toast > etc to help keep him bulked and lots of fluids so he > doesn't dehydrate. > > Good Luck > Jenny Kernan > Quantum Biofeedback Therapist > > --- Jessika Stone <remindersofthen wrote: > > > Well, Monday was his first day without a drink and I > > think he is doing well. He is drinking a ton of > > juice, a little more than a jug of juice a day! I > > hope its still on sale at Whole Foods because at > > this rate we're going to need a lot more. Other > > than that he seems to be doing very well. On Monday > > he was sweating a lot and seemed really cool and > > clammy when we went to bed, but that seems to have > > gone away. He is spending most of his days painting > > and cleaning and in the evening he watches a lot of > > tv (which is unlike him, but he seems tired). He > > seems tired and quiet so I'm trying not to bother > > him too much. He goes to bed pretty early with me > > now instead of staying up late, and is now able to > > sleep through me getting up early every day, which > > he never did before. He's been eating a lot of > > meat. I wonder if during the first couple of weeks > > I should just let him eat comfort food, then the > > both of us should go on a detox? Its unlike him to > > eat so much meat. And > > cheese. I'll bet his tummy hurts. > > But I guess thats all good, right? He doesn't > > seem to be in too bad of a mood or too terribly > > miserable. > > I dont know. I'm starting Al Anon next week and > > he's starting AA soon. > > > > > > > > Don't be flakey. Get Mail for Mobile and > > always stay connected to friends. > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > > removed] > > > > > Never miss an email again! > Toolbar alerts you the instant new Mail arrives. Check it out. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 HellO and just wanted to add because I was concur is: " The Valerian Root would be absolutley excellent for this condition of withdrawing from Alcohol. You can buy it at www.wonderlabs.com. I would buy some B-Vits. too. A. , Jenny Kernan <rainysnana wrote: > > That is excellent for him and you!. He does need to > drink unsweetened 100% juice and lots of water. > Minerals and amino acid supplements if possible. That > will help with the meat craving. Lean meats will be ok > as he is probably needing protein and in drug > withdrawal, alcohol withdrawal etc the patient needs > meat. When he's done he can cut back on it. > > He may need something like Valerian Root or Kava Kava > to stay relaxed..ask for something that is for nerves > at the Whole Food Store. Tinctures work quickly, > capsules are good..stay away from tablets as they > don't dissolve unless they are sublingual ( you put > them under the tongue ). > > If he's sweating alot..that is also good, he's going > to detox some that way. Just make sure he's drinking > lots of fluids. You can find waters like SMART water > and Fiji waters that have electrolytes and minerals > added back to the water...he needs those. They will > help with blood pressure and brain/organ function. > > If he doesn't do AA...still do the Al anon. You will > need their support as much as he does. He does need to > do it as soon as possible...these first few days are > important. > > Don't worry about the sleep. It is normal to do that > as the body detoxes and lets go. And don't be > surprised if he starts to sleep more. That is also > natural. He could also get diarrhea..it is part of the > withdrawls. Just get him whole grains, bananas, toast > etc to help keep him bulked and lots of fluids so he > doesn't dehydrate. > > Good Luck > Jenny Kernan > Quantum Biofeedback Therapist > > > --- Jessika Stone <remindersofthen wrote: > > > Well, Monday was his first day without a drink and I > > think he is doing well. He is drinking a ton of > > juice, a little more than a jug of juice a day! I > > hope its still on sale at Whole Foods because at > > this rate we're going to need a lot more. Other > > than that he seems to be doing very well. On Monday > > he was sweating a lot and seemed really cool and > > clammy when we went to bed, but that seems to have > > gone away. He is spending most of his days painting > > and cleaning and in the evening he watches a lot of > > tv (which is unlike him, but he seems tired). He > > seems tired and quiet so I'm trying not to bother > > him too much. He goes to bed pretty early with me > > now instead of staying up late, and is now able to > > sleep through me getting up early every day, which > > he never did before. He's been eating a lot of > > meat. I wonder if during the first couple of weeks > > I should just let him eat comfort food, then the > > both of us should go on a detox? Its unlike him to > > eat so much meat. And > > cheese. I'll bet his tummy hurts. > > But I guess thats all good, right? He doesn't > > seem to be in too bad of a mood or too terribly > > miserable. > > I dont know. I'm starting Al Anon next week and > > he's starting AA soon. > > > > > > > > Don't be flakey. Get Mail for Mobile and > > always stay connected to friends. > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > > removed] > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 You can try melatonin for sleep. Also lavender oil is soothing and relaxing also. A couple drops in his bath water or on a used dryer sheet inside the pillow case will help too. Camomile tea is good, so are the zinger teas by celestial seasonings. If he's not willing to drink tea see if you can get him to take the subligual supplements like Calmplex 2000 by Unicity or Rescue Remedy by Back Flowers etc. Otherwise, let him alone and let him come to you. When he's ready he'll ask for help. When my ex detoxed...I literally had to leave him alone for days before he would allow me to help with alternative solutions.I made sure he had healthy body building foods available when he was hungry, which he wasn't for the first week. It took him 6 months before he could get around and not feel faint or weak. That was after 20+ years of hard drugs and drinking. Good Luck Jenny Kernan --- Jessika Stone <remindersofthen wrote: > Well, despite the fact that he seems to be sleeping > more, he says the sleep he's getting is terrible. I > will look into some natural medices for nervousness. > I am also going to try to get him to drink some > chamomile tea before bed, although every time I > offer him tea anymore he says no thankyou. All he > wants to drink is juice! It is unsweetened, thank > god. If it weren't I could see him gaining a ton of > weight, and I know that would make him unhappy. > > Jenny Kernan <rainysnana wrote: > That is excellent for him and you!. He does need to > drink unsweetened 100% juice and lots of water. > Minerals and amino acid supplements if possible. > That > will help with the meat craving. Lean meats will be > ok > as he is probably needing protein and in drug > withdrawal, alcohol withdrawal etc the patient needs > meat. When he's done he can cut back on it. > > He may need something like Valerian Root or Kava > Kava > to stay relaxed..ask for something that is for > nerves > at the Whole Food Store. Tinctures work quickly, > capsules are good..stay away from tablets as they > don't dissolve unless they are sublingual ( you put > them under the tongue ). > > If he's sweating alot..that is also good, he's going > to detox some that way. Just make sure he's drinking > lots of fluids. You can find waters like SMART water > and Fiji waters that have electrolytes and minerals > added back to the water...he needs those. They will > help with blood pressure and brain/organ function. > > If he doesn't do AA...still do the Al anon. You will > need their support as much as he does. He does need > to > do it as soon as possible...these first few days are > important. > > Don't worry about the sleep. It is normal to do that > as the body detoxes and lets go. And don't be > surprised if he starts to sleep more. That is also > natural. He could also get diarrhea..it is part of > the > withdrawls. Just get him whole grains, bananas, > toast > etc to help keep him bulked and lots of fluids so he > doesn't dehydrate. > > Good Luck > Jenny Kernan > Quantum Biofeedback Therapist > > --- Jessika Stone <remindersofthen wrote: > > > Well, Monday was his first day without a drink and > I > > think he is doing well. He is drinking a ton of > > juice, a little more than a jug of juice a day! I > > hope its still on sale at Whole Foods because at > > this rate we're going to need a lot more. Other > > than that he seems to be doing very well. On > Monday > > he was sweating a lot and seemed really cool and > > clammy when we went to bed, but that seems to have > > gone away. He is spending most of his days > painting > > and cleaning and in the evening he watches a lot > of > > tv (which is unlike him, but he seems tired). He > > seems tired and quiet so I'm trying not to bother > > him too much. He goes to bed pretty early with me > > now instead of staying up late, and is now able to > > sleep through me getting up early every day, which > > he never did before. He's been eating a lot of > > meat. I wonder if during the first couple of weeks > > I should just let him eat comfort food, then the > > both of us should go on a detox? Its unlike him to > > eat so much meat. And > > cheese. I'll bet his tummy hurts. > > But I guess thats all good, right? He doesn't > > seem to be in too bad of a mood or too terribly > > miserable. > > I dont know. I'm starting Al Anon next week and > > he's starting AA soon. > > > > > > > > Don't be flakey. Get Mail for Mobile and > > always stay connected to friends. > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > > removed] > > > > > Never miss an email again! > Toolbar alerts you the instant new Mail > arrives. Check it out. > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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