Day 2: April 2, 2024
What are My Thoughts Today?
My overarching goal is for alcohol to feel completely optional. No cravings, no compulsion... Like I want it to be totally unnecessary for my happiness and for social / cultural joy. I definitely have a lot of baggage to unpack around this part.
My Whys: It's time to really think about my Why's! They can and will change:
- My "Why" is because I have goals and plans. Alcohol isn’t cheap and I would much rather use my hard-earned money to fund travel, cool learning opportunities, buying a house, and making real adventures / memories.
- Another "Why": I take better care of myself when I don't drink. I eat better and I spend less time just sitting. I'm a better wife. I enjoy spending time with people more when my head is clear, especially towards the end of the night. By the end of the night I feel more negative / crabby if I'm drinking.
- My final "Why" for today: I really, really want to get on a better sleep schedule. Drinking is not helping my time management, at least in part because I am not productive or creative once I start drinking in the evening, and also because it cuts into / dampens my next day when I don't sleep well due to alcohol. I go to bed late and then wake up tired and uninspired. I want to feel more alive, energetic, and ready and eager to create!
Drinks since April 1st: 0 (One day down...)
What's One Awesome Thing that Happened Yesterday because I Chose Not to Drink? I slept really well!
Daily Affirmations:
1) I choose to live alcohol-free.
2) I respect and honor myself.
3) I am worthy of love and care.
4) I give myself patience to heal.
5) I have compassion for others.
6) I create beauty all around me.
