Week 48, 17 units, 4 af. Went out 4 nights but only drank 3 with a 5, 6 and 6 beer nights. Had fun while out dancing and socializing but I believe I'm starting to change. The thoughts that repeat in my head are moving towards the benefits I derive from my af days. I just feel so much better and I 'm able to make better choices and use my time during the days better. The nal continues to wipe the slate of my mind clean. I'm experiencing the freedom from my previous addiction and my love for my af days grows. TSM did exactly what it was suppose to do and even after 11 months continues to distant my mind from my former obsession. I've been going out 3 to 5 nights a week with my new freedom TSM has given me. I could of never done this pre TSM, but the way I've been using this freedom is losing it's appeal. I maybe just growing up a little, and now putting my life in a better perspective. But I'm beginning to think of more down time for resting and getting things organized as opposed to staying out late or closing down a bar 2 or 3 nights a week. Getting home earlier and having fewer beers while out might serve me better too. It's amazing to think that I came from having an obsession with drinking for decades, getting drunk every night, passing out to where I am now. All in under a year and with little effort. I consider TSM a miracle and if it worked for me, who's to say it wouldn't work for you. In looking back on the week, I am very thankful that I found TSM, this forum, and my new life. I am slowly learning to take more responsibility for my life and benefiting from my new choices. Things that I used to take for granted are becoming more cherished. I know without a shadow of a doubt, this is a beautiful life and worth protecting by making better decisions. Keep the course and experience it for yourself. Peace. Start TSM 4/10/14, pre TSM probably between 60 and 70, going as high as 85 units per week for months straight .......................................... Wks:
1-52.5.......... 11-42.75.............21-21.75, 2 af................31-17, 4 af.....................41-26.5, 2 af
2-52.5.......... 12-36.75.............22-23, 1 af....................32-15, 4 af.....................42-17, 4 af
3-53.5.......... 13-27.................23-25..........................33-18, 4 af......................43-16, 4 af
4-51............ 14-28.75..............24-19.5, 1 af.................34-12, 5 af......................44-21, 3 af
5-50.5..........15-27.5................25-9...........................35-19, 4 af......................45-24, 3 af
6-56.5..........16-27.5................26-14.75......................36-17, 4 af......................46-22, 3 af
7-51.............17-30..................27-19.5, 2 af.................37-16, 4 af......................47-16, 4 af
8-46.............18-34.5...............28-17, 3 af....................38-30, 2 af......................48-17, 4 af
9-46.............19-28.5...............29-17.5, 3 af..................39-16, 4 af
10-42...........20-14.5, 3 af.........30-17, 4 af....................40-12, 5 af

Hi Plantpro - it is so so great to get this update - I have followed your progress with TSM and it is so inspiring! I hope to be where you are some day - I cant even imagine getting 1 day AF and you are have 3 and 4 a week - that is amazing - I think that TMS is working for me too - I feel different and my consumption is going down - I am so hopeful and grateful for this forum - please keep posting your progress and experiences - thank you for sharing and keep it up! great job! ready

Plantpro I am so happy you are doing so well. My progress and consumption timeline is very similar to yours (almost identical). I'm going on week 12 and looking forward to being where you are at now in the future!

Week 49, 22 units, 3 af. Went out 5 nights but only drank 4 with 5, 4, 6, and 7 beer nights. A little higher then normal because I went to a 8 hour party. I was with friends I've met dancing and we had a absolute blast. It's been a long time since I've been out of control from my drinking. I handle my alcohol real well these days. So much so, many can't believe I ever had a problem. The alcohol has no allure and I drink out of an old habit. I love live music, dancing with pretty women and the social interactions I get while going out. The alcohol just seems to be a social lubricant we all use and I see nothing wrong with it. I just love life and this is how it presents itself right now. I much prefer this compared to pre-TSM where I drank to get drunk and had no social interactions except with drunks. I love the af quiet nights, I have a social life and my personal goals are coming along nicely. My alcohol consumption is a little too high, but compared to my old ways with the compulsive way I used to drink, I'm a saint. In signing off, a good week to be alive. My stash of nal seems to be lasting a long time. I'm not spending $$$$ for a 12 pack every night. I have no problem with the thought of following the GR for the rest of my life. The nal-overs aren't nearly as bad as they were, I guess my body must be adapting. I want to welcome the new people. Encourage the ones that have been at it for a while. If you have a problem with alcohol, TSM is a miracle. Peace. Start TSM 4/10/14, pre TSM probably between 60 and 70, going as high as 85 units per week for months straight .......................................... Wks:
1-52.5.......... 11-42.75.............21-21.75, 2 af................31-17, 4 af.....................41-26.5, 2 af
2-52.5.......... 12-36.75.............22-23, 1 af....................32-15, 4 af.....................42-17, 4 af
3-53.5.......... 13-27.................23-25..........................33-18, 4 af......................43-16, 4 af
4-51............ 14-28.75..............24-19.5, 1 af.................34-12, 5 af......................44-21, 3 af
5-50.5..........15-27.5................25-9...........................35-19, 4 af......................45-24, 3 af
6-56.5..........16-27.5................26-14.75......................36-17, 4 af......................46-22, 3 af
7-51.............17-30..................27-19.5, 2 af.................37-16, 4 af......................47-16, 4 af
8-46.............18-34.5...............28-17, 3 af....................38-30, 2 af......................48-17, 4 af
9-46.............19-28.5...............29-17.5, 3 af..................39-16, 4 af......................49-22, 3 af
10-42...........20-14.5, 3 af.........30-17, 4 af....................40-12, 5 af

Plantpro - this all sounds really good for you !! I am happy that things are going as you want them to - your attitude has changed towards the AL and I smiled at folk not knowing that you ever had a problem !! It all sounds really good - way to go !!

Hugs, Maggie x

Good for you plantpro, you have really worked at this and gotten what you want out of it. I think the AF days are going to be key for me too. Right now they are still difficult. But when they have occurred (2 last week for me, YAY!) they feel so good. Newlife

Week 50, 19 units, 4 af. Went out 4 nights, but only drank 3 with 7, 4 and 8 beer nights. They had a special week long event in town. I participated three nights and that's why two of my nights had high consumption. I drank over a 5 and 6 hour period, kept my compulser and had fun. I'm with friends, dancing and socializing, a happy situation that I feel at home in. I guess I never grew up because I've always liked these situations of being around people in a party situation. This is my life and what I choose to do in lieu of staying home at this time. If you take a look, I've completed 5 rows and am a couple weeks shy of 1 year. The difference the nal is making with my drinking is night and day. Although I consistently drink a few nights a week at unsafe levels. I am very happy that there is no desire to drink, no compulsive out of control drinking, no blackouts or stupid behavior. I much prefer how I feel on the af days. They are desired and natural and not forced. The highlight of my evenings out aren't focused on alcohol but rather the people I'm learning to bond with. I believe at some future date, my consumption will fall even more as my life comes together and I trully learn to bond with others and myself. In signing out for the week, it is all good. I'm so happy you have all found yourself here and TSM. Ty for reading my posts and your replies. Being accountable to myself and you may of saved my life or someone else's. Please participate and share your story by journaling your path and story. Let's show others there is a way out. You can all do it, keep the course. Peace. Start TSM 4/10/14, pre TSM probably between 60 and 70, going as high as 85 units per week for months straight .......................................... Wks:
1-52.5.......... 11-42.75.............21-21.75, 2 af................31-17, 4 af.....................41-26.5, 2 af
2-52.5.......... 12-36.75.............22-23, 1 af....................32-15, 4 af.....................42-17, 4 af
3-53.5.......... 13-27.................23-25..........................33-18, 4 af.....................43-16, 4 af
4-51............ 14-28.75..............24-19.5, 1 af.................34-12, 5 af.....................44-21, 3 af
5-50.5..........15-27.5................25-9...........................35-19, 4 af.....................45-24, 3 af
6-56.5..........16-27.5................26-14.75......................36-17, 4 af.....................46-22, 3 af
7-51.............17-30..................27-19.5, 2 af.................37-16, 4 af.....................47-16, 4 af
8-46.............18-34.5...............28-17, 3 af....................38-30, 2 af.....................48-17, 4 af
9-46.............19-28.5...............29-17.5, 3 af..................39-16, 4 af.....................49-22, 3 af
10-42...........20-14.5, 3 af.........30-17, 4 af....................40-12, 5 af......................50-19, 4 af

always good to hear from you PP. sounds like life is sweet for you these days

thanks for continuing to check in & give encouragement to those of us still on the path

-badger

Plantpro you are a huge ecouragement! Thank you for your update and story!

Wonderful inspiration here Plantpro! Thank you, and congratulations!