This time last week I had a horrible hangover. I decided it was time to kick the booze. I spent half the day in bed, the other half figuring out how to get this blog up and running.
A week has passed, and I’ve had no alcohol at all.
Sometimes, the old me would drink during the week, maybe after a particularly stressful day, but it was guaranteed that I would unwind on a Friday after work.
A typical routine was to pick up some take-out and drink wine. Initially it would seem fun and relaxing. Then I would go to bed, fall asleep for a while, and wake up in the middle of the night, feeling awful, and unable to get back to sleep again. Tossing and turning for the rest of the night — berating myself, and feeling guilty.
Last night (Friday night), I skipped the wine, and just made a nice meal at home. It was a stressful week at work, and I definitely could have used a drink. But I chose not to.
And today I’m so glad that I did! Because I got a good night’s sleep, woke up and had some coffee, and now I have so much energy! Whereas last Saturday I got next to nothing done, today I’ll do laundry, pay the bills, and get out for a bike ride. And that’s just this morning!
If you’re suffering with a hangover right now, I feel for you. And you’re not alone. Here’s an article that might help you through the day.
Just remember, it’s never too late to kick the booze. You could choose to start right now if you want to.
KTB
Kick the Booze 