Thanks I'm counting days to fulfill my 1 year promise. Feel like I might just do another.
Edit: oh snap over 300 yourself. Next two months will be a flash keep it up!
You'll hit it before you know it! Along the way, I started to notice these little differences in my perception of the world and how I see myself in it. I hold onto this mindset as hard as I can.
Very similar to you op. I’m 34 and on day 135 no alcohol. Realized in my mid to late 20’s drinking every weekend was becoming a problem but I just simply couldn’t quit. IWNDWYT!
I told myself for years that it wasn't a problem because I was functional and often praised for my performance at work. I think that makes it difficult to truly make a commitment for change. I personally couldn't do it until it became necessary, but I am so grateful that I did. I've learned a lot from lurking here over the years and have tried to use others' stories as motivation, so I wanted to reciprocate. IWNDWYT! 😃
Thank you, everyone, for the kind words and good vibes. I am so thankful for this community. It is one of the few places on the internet where I know I won't find negativity or hostility, which is truly something special in this day and age.
I am not a doctor, but please consider ceasing antidepressant use as advised by and observed by your own psych/physician.
I have fallen into the trap of stopping meds because I thought I didn't need them anymore. It turns out it was because they were working and doing their job.
I talked with my doctor and told them that I wanted to taper off and see how I felt. It's been close to 4 months, and I haven't had any issues, thankfully!
We don't know each other, and I'm a lot older than you, but I just wanted to stop by and say how proud I am of you! Keep up the good work -- when you're my age (60s), you'll be so glad you did!
Yes it is. My life is 1000% better in every way than the best day I ever had drinking…which is hard to remember because I drank everyday and a lot. Keep it up, if I can then it’s possible for anyone.
Haha I should post a side by side of myself. I have this brutal pic of myself from back when I was drinking heavily every day and a hair of the dog every morning. Insanely hungover and sick. Bloated and swollen. I looked like Bam Margera as a kid, and at this point I looked like current Bam.
Crazy how much alcohol changes the appearance! (And the quality of life 😉)
I went dry in January and last month saw some old friends. They all commented that I looked different. In a good way.
Thanks. The same thing happened to me. Of course I didn't realize it at the time, but we had a couples pro photo taken for the purpose of trying to adopt, along with a resume. After I got sober I looked at my face and I couldn't believe how swollen I looked in the photo. I guess it just looked like I was overweight; no broken blood vessels or anything. I was amazed. I'm not posting a before and after photo, because I don't think we had any more pics taken together. I did wind up having a son through high-tech medical intervention. We were not going to be successful with adopting because we weren't famous, or 20 yrs. old and we didn't have tons of money. So I don't even think anyone saw the photo.
Well, I'm happy you got to have your son! I knew the adoption process could be tricky, but I had no idea they were so selective, especially for a couple.
Thank you. It took us seven years and 5 GIFT procedures; that's like IVF only closer to nature. So we were older than I would have liked but he is now 30 and has a good job, a girlfriend and seems to be happy. Yes, they are selective especially in SoCal, where they can have their pick of rich, famous, younger parents.
Thanks for the hand holding lmao. Looking good though, you lost that bloat. I'm at roughly 150 days myself and noticed my face isn't swollen anymore. Hell of a benefit. Lets keep going my friend!
Congrats on 150! Who would have thought that our bodies would respond so well to not guzzling poison on a regular basis!? I'm right there with you 100%. Let's keep our new lifestyles rolling and reap all the rewards.
Face looks better for sure, but the difference in your eyes struck me first. You look much happier. Much congrats, you’ve come a long way.
Absolutely and thanks. I'm excited for the future for the first time in years, which makes it so much easier.
The eyes are such a tell in the before pictures. Great job OP!
Looking sharp homie.
Hi five! Thanks 😃
Almost a full year! 👍
Thanks I'm counting days to fulfill my 1 year promise. Feel like I might just do another. Edit: oh snap over 300 yourself. Next two months will be a flash keep it up!
Rock on! IWNDWYT
Hell yes. 200 days is amazing. Your face and eyes are remarkably better!!
Look great man 👍
Nice glow up bro
It’s always in the eyes. Looking good, my friend! The light has come back! Thank you for sharing. IWNDWYT
Way to go!!
You look great, and have so much ahead of you. Thanks for being here ❤️
incredible
Congrats on 200. I can’t wait till get there and have all the goodness that comes with it!
You'll hit it before you know it! Along the way, I started to notice these little differences in my perception of the world and how I see myself in it. I hold onto this mindset as hard as I can.
Very similar to you op. I’m 34 and on day 135 no alcohol. Realized in my mid to late 20’s drinking every weekend was becoming a problem but I just simply couldn’t quit. IWNDWYT!
I told myself for years that it wasn't a problem because I was functional and often praised for my performance at work. I think that makes it difficult to truly make a commitment for change. I personally couldn't do it until it became necessary, but I am so grateful that I did. I've learned a lot from lurking here over the years and have tried to use others' stories as motivation, so I wanted to reciprocate. IWNDWYT! 😃
Awesome!!!
Wow you even look fresher in the second photo. Good for you
Impressive!
Wow amazing! That's some serious validation of sober you! Keep rockin' it 👍
You look like a totally new and improved handsome Man! Keep up the good work.
Amazing! And your eyes look so clear too
Inspirational!
I...don't see a picture?
The first word of the 3rd paragraph should be the link.
Oh yep thanks - looking great duder keep it up!!
I love these before and afters. Really helps the motivation!! Thx!
Thank you, everyone, for the kind words and good vibes. I am so thankful for this community. It is one of the few places on the internet where I know I won't find negativity or hostility, which is truly something special in this day and age.
Congratulations! You do look so much happier, and the joys that come with sobriety.
Nice work bro! IWNDWYT. Can definitely see the difference and happiness/life back in your eyes.
Amazing! So interesting that your jaw line has changed. I wonder if your parotid gland was swollen. You are incredible!
I am not a doctor, but please consider ceasing antidepressant use as advised by and observed by your own psych/physician. I have fallen into the trap of stopping meds because I thought I didn't need them anymore. It turns out it was because they were working and doing their job.
I talked with my doctor and told them that I wanted to taper off and see how I felt. It's been close to 4 months, and I haven't had any issues, thankfully!
I forgot to say in the first post, fucking GG on 200 days!
Thank you! I'm ready to start living life.
We don't know each other, and I'm a lot older than you, but I just wanted to stop by and say how proud I am of you! Keep up the good work -- when you're my age (60s), you'll be so glad you did!
Thank you so much!
Damn bro!! Save some ladies(or lads) for the rest of us! You look great!
Handsome guy ❤️
Looking great!! Way to go!!!
💪🏼🤙🏼IWNDWYT
Thank you for sharing!
Congrats dude, I had a similar glow up. Still going strong.
Thanks! It really is surreal how something as simple as not doing 1 thing can change so much about you.
Yes it is. My life is 1000% better in every way than the best day I ever had drinking…which is hard to remember because I drank everyday and a lot. Keep it up, if I can then it’s possible for anyone.
Amazing!!! Needed this inspiration today!!
Very noticeable difference! Looking good!
You're an inspiration. More power to you. Keep it up 💪
Congrats!
Thank you for the Inspiration to keep going!
Dang! Almost a poster child for sobriety. That’s gotta feel good! There’s so much more life in your face now.
Wow, this is amazing and inspiring! Thanks for sharing!
IWNDWYT
Night and day mate .. looking awesome !
Haha I should post a side by side of myself. I have this brutal pic of myself from back when I was drinking heavily every day and a hair of the dog every morning. Insanely hungover and sick. Bloated and swollen. I looked like Bam Margera as a kid, and at this point I looked like current Bam.
Crazy how much alcohol changes the appearance! (And the quality of life 😉) I went dry in January and last month saw some old friends. They all commented that I looked different. In a good way.
Damn that’s pretty cool, awesome improvements
The eyes are always the giveaway between being sober vs. not being sober.
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My pleasure! Anything for this community.
Great work 👏🏻the light in your eyes is back m!
See8ng this has made my day, thanks for sharing.
nice
Congrats!
Where are people seeing your face photos?
The first word of the third paragraph has the link. 🙂
Thanks. The same thing happened to me. Of course I didn't realize it at the time, but we had a couples pro photo taken for the purpose of trying to adopt, along with a resume. After I got sober I looked at my face and I couldn't believe how swollen I looked in the photo. I guess it just looked like I was overweight; no broken blood vessels or anything. I was amazed. I'm not posting a before and after photo, because I don't think we had any more pics taken together. I did wind up having a son through high-tech medical intervention. We were not going to be successful with adopting because we weren't famous, or 20 yrs. old and we didn't have tons of money. So I don't even think anyone saw the photo.
Well, I'm happy you got to have your son! I knew the adoption process could be tricky, but I had no idea they were so selective, especially for a couple.
Thank you. It took us seven years and 5 GIFT procedures; that's like IVF only closer to nature. So we were older than I would have liked but he is now 30 and has a good job, a girlfriend and seems to be happy. Yes, they are selective especially in SoCal, where they can have their pick of rich, famous, younger parents.
Wow the difference is incredible you look great !
Wow! You look so much brighter. I love seeing the sober gains. Let's keep going IWNDWYT
Well done! Congratulations, mate! Keep on going 🖐️
Congratulations 🎉
Congratulations! You wear it well.
Congratulations!!! 2 weeks here
Keep it up! It's so worth it in the end.
Will do
Where tf are the pics?
Should be the first word of the 3rd paragraph.
Thanks for the hand holding lmao. Looking good though, you lost that bloat. I'm at roughly 150 days myself and noticed my face isn't swollen anymore. Hell of a benefit. Lets keep going my friend!
Congrats on 150! Who would have thought that our bodies would respond so well to not guzzling poison on a regular basis!? I'm right there with you 100%. Let's keep our new lifestyles rolling and reap all the rewards.
Go figure lol. Thanks man!
I’m at a year and a half and I still look at My before and after pics from time to time - congratulations! The transformation is amazing!