Am I an alcoholic

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jondoe

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No I'm not a new member. Just want to be annonymous if that's okay.

Can you be an alcoholic but never get drunk or close to it. I hate being drunk and havent gotten drunk in years. However I drink every night just to the point of buzz. I've done this for about the last 2 years. Havent missed a night.

I do not think about it in the AM
I do not think about it at work
I do not have to have a drink soon as I step in the door but sometimes I do
My habit is about a drink to drink and a half every hour over a 5 hr period every night.
I tried to go tonight without one cause I was out and need to loose about 20# and its hard with these empty calories. But I caved and went and got some. I did not drink alot though just one drink and I was happy. I was not shaking or anything like that just wanted to relax and wanted my usual drink.

I'll post more when I can. I dont want my girlfriend to worry knowing im posting this if there is nothing to worry about.

Same reason im being annonymous here. It would be a little awkward if I made it to a bash and people thougth I might be one but see me drinking.

the reason I even am thinking about it is cause my mom was one but is recovered for about 30 years now. so it runs in the family. i feel like i could stop if i wanted to but its like being hungry and not eating if you dont have to not eat. it does help with the stress of work and winding down at night but want....well I guess I just want you guys' thoughts.

I work alot of hours so I may not be replying often so dont think ive obandoned the thread.

thank you for understanding my annonymousness.

your friend

john doe
 
its not good for your health for sure. i drink 3 or 4 nites a week like u not 2 get drunk. the only thing as far as advice i can offer is to try 2 keep your mind occupied when u get home after work.
think of all the money you would save if u didnt drink for a couple months.
 
Well....,as long as no one is getting hurt and you are keeping it under control....dont give up your means of relaxation...whatever it may be.

But everyday may have some adverse health risks associated with it.


Am I Alcoholic?
 
maybe try and stop for a couple days just to test it. :dunno:

not sure I have the best answer. Maybe at least reduce consumption.
 
I think that you should get some professional help, if YOU think that you have a problem...guess what ??? You do, no harm in talking to someone :beerchug:
 
Kudos to you for asking for help.
Absolutely no shame in that at all.

Try and pretend a friend of yours was asking you the same question you have asked.
What would you ask him? How could you help him?

I think things manifest themselves in ways that are strange to us.

I have 2 sayings that I tell my grandkids:
If it feels wrong it is wrong.
and
Who is the only one you are hurting?

Take your time and come back when you are comfortable.
I don't think anyone here will judge you and we will try and help, if we can.

Chime in guys, he is not alone in this and needs to hear it.
 
Be carefull, if your not now, it can sneak up on you in a short period of time, I have alot of freinds that drink after work, dont get stupid drunk but still get that buzz, I see it getting worse and worse, and I have even mentioned it to them, They thank me for my concern but assure me there fine. Uhhhhhh huh, for now. If your asking the question then you have a pretty good idea you have a problem, maybe not a big one at this time but like I said BE CARFULL. Once you turn that corner to alcoholism it will affect all aspects of your life, and some parts may not be fixable.:poke:
 
you have the hard part over, admitting to yourself there is a problem.
You know what you have to do.
Only you can make the change.
You may need some professional help.
No shame in it.
Get the monkey off your back before it gets out of hand.
 
DEMMYM said:
Be carefull, if your not now, it can sneak up on you in a short period of time, I have alot of freinds that drink after work, dont get stupid drunk but still get that buzz, I see it getting worse and worse, and I have even mentioned it to them, They thank me for my concern but assure me there fine. Uhhhhhh huh, for now. If your asking the question then you have a pretty good idea you have a problem, maybe not a big one at this time but like I said BE CARFULL. Once you turn that corner to alcoholism it will affect all aspects of your life, and some parts may not be fixable.:poke:
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This sounds like good advice. I dont know if you can BECOME an alcoholic or not but maybe limit yourself more or make yourself wait till after a set time or before a set time.

Can someone BECOME an alcoholic. I've heard it's a chemical thing that your born with. In other words you can be an alcoholic and never know it unless you start drinking.

for that matter do you feel like you could talk to your mom and ask her some of the signs when she started?
 
There is a theroy among counselors and behavioral specialists, called the green bean theroem

If you think about alcohol and drinking more than you think about " Green beans" you are more likely to have issues from prolonged drinking.

Now the green beans just represent a random item that would never take a place of much importance or interest in your conscience brain, so if you think of liquor more than you do green beans, you may want to explore this further.
 
it is a habbit like smoking ciggarett. it is mild now base on what you wrote but it will get worse. it happened to friend of mine (SHE). she got help and now she has it under control ( She recieved Scicological help)she was not alcoholic but she drank alot, alot of personal issues.
get professional help! nothing to be ashame of and as a matter of fact my hats off to you that you are seeing the issue and you are trying to reach out.
 
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Don't slap the old lady around
be kind to children and dogs
bust yer azz at work
ride sober
yank yer head out of your self analysis navel
suck back a cold one

and most importantly...

DON'T GET BETWEEN ME AN THE BEER FRIDGE

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:beerchug::beerchug::beerchug:

cheers
ken
 
it starts slow and builds over time, sometimes years
first your drinking on the weekends
then a few nights a week
then it's every night just a little.
then you give up other interest to just have a few
then your homeless, haven't showered in six weeks, giving hand jobs for $1.50 so you can buy takka vodka and a can of spam.

ok maybe i missed a few steps but you get the point.
give yourself a reasonable time frame and go without. few weeks maybe.. that should give you a better idea of "I can quit if I want." and a better look into if you do have a problem or just a hobby.
 
you have taken the first step. i truly admire your courage. :bowdown: i would consider talking to a professional. good luck to you!
 
If you are questioning yourself then chances are you are on to something...dont ignore it and blow it off...if you are concerned address....

Been Sober for eight years
 
I drink almost every night to.
Its relaxes me. I hardly ever drink in the day time, its always at night.
I have anxiety attacks every now and again and i think i drink cuz it medicates me and i fall asleep faster.
I even go to bars when i am on my busa but I know my limit before i get back on my bike.
What is the definition of an alcoholic?
I do not think the definition of an alcoholic is one that drinks every day or even gets drunk.
I think the definition of an alcoholic is one that drinks alcohol and gets in his or her car, knowing that they are drunk and causing an accident killing innocent people.
Someone that gets violent when they drink.
If you drink and it affects your personnel life, wife, kids, family,dog, friends or your job etc. then you might have a problem.
There are many definitions of an alcoholic.
If you have a few beers here in the USA your labeled as an alcoholic.
In germany they drink beer like water.
If your not causing any problems when you drink then i don't think your an alcoholic.
To be honest, i don't think too many people know what the definition of an alcoholic is.:beerchug:
 
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