I am drinking and on induction

[Arizona Girl]

Alright, this probably sounds terrible, but I guess I am one of those people with an addictive personality. My husband is in the states right now and I am angry that he hasn't called or emailed me since Sunday (the day he got there) I called his hotel room at 1:00 am his time (it was only 5 p.m. my time) and no one answered. He's in Reno so I assume he was out gambling. I am feeling sorry for myself and I have no willpower sometimes. My 12 year old daughter already went to sleep so I went and poured myself a Bacardi and diet coke and am now catching a buzz. I am already contemplating sneaking out on the porch and smoking which I haven't done since last Friday because I quit. I do that too. I quit smoking a couple months ago but still smoke about once a week, usually when I drink. My cigarettes are hidden in the laundry room. I hope I don't stall on induction, I only started 4 days ago, but my stomach feels smaller already. I am just rambling and bored now but if anyone can relate to anything I've said, I'm here. If anyone wants to condone my behavior that would make me feel even better!!!!!

[carebear]

first off I hope that you get to feeling better.
So many people are going to have mixed emotions on this b/c alcohol is a no-no on induction. I honestly think that you will be just fine. What I do is try to only eat when I get hungry a few days after b/c your body is going to want to burn that alcohol first. Atleast you didn't go on a carb binge, ya know? Please take care!

[Arizona Girl]

Thank you for replying. I did not know I felt this bad and lonely until I was checking and checking to see if anyone would respond. I went to chat and NO ONE was on. I have not been a chatter on the internet since I was about 21 or 22 years old. But I just want someone to talk to.

[deedee886]

As someone who has quit smoking AGAIN!! All I can say is DON'T SMOKE. You have gone through the worst part, hang in there, you will only be hurting yourself. As far as the drink goes, if you just have that one and quit you will most likely be okay. It can trigger cravings for me too, if not smokes then eats so be careful. It also hits you harder and faster if you are in ketosis so be careful.

[Arizona Girl]

I just posted my picture... I want to see if it works

[Bubbles]

We are here all hours of the day. I know how hard it is to be alone and bored sometimes. I also have a very addictive personality so I hear what you are saying. Sometimes this way of eating has to come in baby steps. Cutting out certain foods, smoking, alcohol all at once is so hard.

[mirroravoider]

It was surprisingly easy for me to go from drinking 2-3 beers or glasses of wine each night after work to completely stopping. I was actually afraid that I was becoming addictive. I have an extrememly stressfull job and lots of other not-so-pleasant things going on in my life right now, so I guess I was looking for an outlet. Now, instead, I take my exercise clothes with me to work and stop at the gym on my way home. Sometimes I go to a jogging trail instead, if I get off work early enough. My emotional health is 100% improved in just the last two weeks since I returned to this woe and took charge of my life again. I feel so awesome already!

I don't know what your habits are, but there are for sure better alternatives to stress and distress than drinking. I'm amazed at the difference it has made in my attitude and my health!

[RobinB]

I used to have 1 or 2 glasses of wine with or after dinner, but also have had no trouble stopping since I've read so many studies of how it contributes to breast cancer. (I am recovering from surgery for that!)

One thing I like to drink now at night is diet tonic water with lime--no alcohol. I like the taste and the quinine helps with leg cramps/aches.

[brilliant100]

I chew sf gum when I get pissed off! The more angry I am the faster I chew. Working out is a great idea as is calling a friend/family member. Sometimes I write letters to the person that has hurt my feelings then tear it up.

I've drank before when upset but it only made me feel better for a short time and during the process I make bad decisions like calling the guy I'm pissed at and saying dumb drunk things (major embarssement when you are sober).

good job for posting here and taking about it. Maybe next time you will onlu post verse drinking. I hope your honey finally got in contact with you.

[la.lady]

Some people that drink will stall for up to two weeks when they have any...
It just depends on your system...

[Jennyl]

sorry you are going through a rough time. A couple of drinks here and there never made me gain. I often lose a couple of pounds on the scale the next morning but probably because alcohol is dehydrating.

[BABSY]

Originally Posted by RobinB

I used to have 1 or 2 glasses of wine with or after dinner, but also have had no trouble stopping since I've read so many studies of how it contributes to breast cancer. (I am recovering from surgery for that!)

One thing I like to drink now at night is diet tonic water with lime--no alcohol. I like the taste and the quinine helps with leg cramps/aches.

My mother had breast cancer and never drank. So I dont believe anything they say regarding those stupid studies.

[Arizona Girl]

Everything is fine now. I finally got ahold of my hubby and I bought the excuse he gave me for not calling and he is coming home tonight. I actually was a couple pounds lighter on the scale this morning (major dehydration). I was thrilled anyway, except for my small headache.

[la.lady]

I am so glad that things are better for you... Keep up the good work and you will have much success....

[Karen60]

Hugs....my hubby travels alot too. Once or twice he has forgotten to call or he has missed me, he is generally pretty good but boy does he party with the guys. he'll get to bed at 4:00 for an 8:00am meeting! I dont mind becasue I dont like going out a partying that hard so at least he gets it out of his system. Please ask your husband to at least send a text message before he goes to sleep to say goodnight. Tell him it is not alot but it would mean so much to you. Maybe you could do the same to him, just a simple "love you, goodnight". Were you a little upset because you have trust issues? Sorry if that is too personal.

sincerely,
karen

[la.lady]

I know my husband was required to go to a lot of parties while he traveled on his job...
For me it wasn't a trust issue, but I didn't like the idea of him partying and I even found out that later on in our life, that his BOSS tried to set him up with women... Can you imagine, how I felt about that? He says that he never took him up on it, because I trusted him so much... It just seems to me you shouldn't be around temptation like that, and be required to do so... Just my thoughts anyway... LOL

[Karen60]

I agree, but its only "temptation" if your husband is feeling tempted. The issue in business I have found is peer pressure. Really silly that they act like a bunch of teenage boys. Thankfully my husband is a "grown up" and does not succumb to the worst of it. I married him relatively later in life (32), he 34, and it comes with a whole bag of experience. With technology how it is these days there is no reason why you couldnt be in direct contact.(except for maybe on a plane or in a movie theatre). He doesnt consciously know that hes on a leash. Its pretty long but its there.

I would ask that he be available at any time for emergencies, ie with the kids etc. It will give you a better peace of mind.

Dont worry too mcuh either about a drink. I love wine and still got down to goal, albeit very slowely. As long as you are still fully functioning, kids are in bed, you do it in moderation, can go for a few days with out "needing" it I think its okay!!!!!!!


How are you feeling now????

Karen

PS What industry is your husband in? Mine is in oil. Are you an expat as well? How is it living in Japan?

[la.lady]

Tell me a man that doesn't get temptation, and I'll show you a dead man...TeeHee...
I've made lots of observations in this 58 years of mine....LOL