QUIT DRINKING ALCOHOL - One of The Most Eye Opening Motivational Videos Ever

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[ancjr]

Sober since Feb 2014 by the Grace of God and to the benefit of all civil society.

 

[johntheplinker]

Sober since Feb 2014 by the Grace of God and to the benefit of all civil society.

Sept 19, 1998 for me.

 

[JCSR]

I expect to stop drinking shortly before bedtime tonight. It's something I do every night and I'm pretty proud of it.

 

[Creedmoor]

I expect to stop drinking shortly before bedtime tonight. It's something I do every night and I'm pretty proud of it.

Ive tried to be a drunk before, im not very good at it.

 

[JCSR]

Ive tried to be a drunk before, im not very good at it.

Nobody likes a quitter! Get back on that horse.

 

[flatlander]

10/30/1991

 

[wtburnette]

Drinking is the social lubricant. Makes certain events and times in our life more enjoyable, for those who can handle it. Millions of people down through the ages have had alcohol and have done so responsibly. Of course the flip side is just as many can't do that. Personal accountability and discipline are part of this. I go out and have a drink and it's going to be a one or two drink limit 90% of the time. On a rare occasion I'll allow myself more but have a designated driver, or Uber or something so that I don't drive afterwards. If you have, or want, to give up alcohol, I applaud you. If you want to keep drinking on occasion, know your limits and don't hurt anyone, keep on keepin on. There will always be people for and against alcohol, but I liken this to legal gun owners. There are plenty who can own guns responsibly and cause no harm to society or their fellow man and then there are those who can't. Do we think it's a good idea to disarm everyone because of those who can't act responsibly?

 

[cg21]

10/30/1991

Sept 19, 1998 for me.

Sober since Feb 2014 by the Grace of God and to the benefit of all civil society.

nice work everyone, I know it’s hard. 7/4/15

similar to Daniel Radcliffe in the documentary I don’t begrudge people that drink, not like vegans do to the “opposition” also do not take every opportunity to inform everyone I am sober.

 

[cg21]

Drinking is the social lubricant. Makes certain events and times in our life more enjoyable, for those who can handle it. Millions of people down through the ages have had alcohol and have done so responsibly. Of course the flip side is just as many can't do that. Personal accountability and discipline are part of this. I go out and have a drink and it's going to be a one or two drink limit 90% of the time. On a rare occasion I'll allow myself more but have a designated driver, or Uber or something so that I don't drive afterwards. If you have, or want, to give up alcohol, I applaud you. If you want to keep drinking on occasion, know your limits and don't hurt anyone, keep on keepin on. There will always be people for and against alcohol, but I liken this to legal gun owners. There are plenty who can own guns responsibly and cause no harm to society or their fellow man and then there are those who can't. Do we think it's a good idea to disarm everyone because of those who can't act responsibly?

No one in this video or thread called for banning alcohol? Unless I missed something.

Freedom.

 

[flatlander]

Drinking is the social lubricant. Makes certain events and times in our life more enjoyable, for those who can handle it. Millions of people down through the ages have had alcohol and have done so responsibly. Of course the flip side is just as many can't do that. Personal accountability and discipline are part of this. I go out and have a drink and it's going to be a one or two drink limit 90% of the time. On a rare occasion I'll allow myself more but have a designated driver, or Uber or something so that I don't drive afterwards. If you have, or want, to give up alcohol, I applaud you. If you want to keep drinking on occasion, know your limits and don't hurt anyone, keep on keepin on. There will always be people for and against alcohol, but I liken this to legal gun owners. There are plenty who can own guns responsibly and cause no harm to society or their fellow man and then there are those who can't. Do we think it's a good idea to disarm everyone because of those who can't act responsibly?

Well said. Some can drink milk. At a point in my life I found that if I drank milk, bad would happen. Same with alcohol. Just because my brain loves it but my body revolts when I have it, doesn't mean others can't. I admit I got my ass beat by a molecule.

No need for an argument from me. Just like most things, if it's working ok for you than great, if not then stop and get some help before it causes more problems.

 

[Hoosierdood]

No one in this video or thread called for banning alcohol? Unless I missed something.

Freedom.

While the word "ban" was never used, the undertone of the entire video is that if you choose to drink, you will eventually ruin your life because drinking is a constant downhill ride that never levels out. In fact, the very first opening line of the video states that [if you drink] "You'll ruin your life some how, some way."

I applaud those who have recognized a problem, and have overcome its grip. I can't express my respect for you nearly as strongly as you deserve. Congrats to all who have put the bottle down.

That being said, alcohol is not the problem. It is lack of control. Some people can crack a beer with a friend and stop at one, and some people can't. Just like some can walk into a casino with $50 to play with and then stop when its gone, and some end up blowing their rent money. Some people can walk into a buffet and stop at one plate, while others have to be wheeled out in a wheelchair (I'm looking at you INGO).

I believe MODERATION is the key in everything. If you can't stop drinking until you are blacked out, then it is better to just not drink at all. If you can't walk into a casino without spending hours at the Blackjack table and blow your rent money, then it's better to just not go there. If you have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, pre-diabetes, and are 200 lbs overweight, you might want to pass on the Golden Corral.

 

[blain]

This thread got me thinking about the debate stopper... "If it only saves one life."
I've heard that moral choke hold more than once. It seems caring & kind on its face.
But underneath is a position that can't stand up against dissent. I don't take it as intellectually honest, when I hear it.
I'm not addressing anyone in particular in this thread, only the proposition of "If it only save one life."

btw, I don't drink and haven't for over 40 years.

 

[cg21]

While the word "ban" was never used, the undertone of the entire video is that if you choose to drink, you will eventually ruin your life because drinking is a constant downhill ride that never levels out. In fact, the very first opening line of the video states that [if you drink] "You'll ruin your life some how, some way."

I applaud those who have recognized a problem, and have overcome its grip. I can't express my respect for you nearly as strongly as you deserve. Congrats to all who have put the bottle down.

That being said, alcohol is not the problem. It is lack of control. Some people can crack a beer with a friend and stop at one, and some people can't. Just like some can walk into a casino with $50 to play with and then stop when its gone, and some end up blowing their rent money. Some people can walk into a buffet and stop at one plate, while others have to be wheeled out in a wheelchair (I'm looking at you INGO).

I believe MODERATION is the key in everything. If you can't stop drinking until you are blacked out, then it is better to just not drink at all. If you can't walk into a casino without spending hours at the Blackjack table and blow your rent money, then it's better to just not go there. If you have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, pre-diabetes, and are 200 lbs overweight, you might want to pass on the Golden Corral.

Agree on all points especially moderation. I don’t think it will ruin all lives but I would venture to guess it will make more lives worse than it improves. Nothing scientific to back up this claim purely my opinion. But I also bet the buffet ruins more lives than it improves.

 

[55fairlane]

March 2013 I dried out, by the grace of the Lord Allright & the love he has given my family......

 

[Cameramonkey]

Well, he also said we need to stop treating our bodies like an amusement park*, so take his suggestions with a grain of salt.


*as a mod I think that is the most politically correct way for me to say that without being too crude.

 

[wtburnette]

While the word "ban" was never used, the undertone of the entire video is that if you choose to drink, you will eventually ruin your life because drinking is a constant downhill ride that never levels out. In fact, the very first opening line of the video states that [if you drink] "You'll ruin your life some how, some way."

I applaud those who have recognized a problem, and have overcome its grip. I can't express my respect for you nearly as strongly as you deserve. Congrats to all who have put the bottle down.

That being said, alcohol is not the problem. It is lack of control. Some people can crack a beer with a friend and stop at one, and some people can't. Just like some can walk into a casino with $50 to play with and then stop when its gone, and some end up blowing their rent money. Some people can walk into a buffet and stop at one plate, while others have to be wheeled out in a wheelchair (I'm looking at you INGO).

I believe MODERATION is the key in everything. If you can't stop drinking until you are blacked out, then it is better to just not drink at all. If you can't walk into a casino without spending hours at the Blackjack table and blow your rent money, then it's better to just not go there. If you have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, pre-diabetes, and are 200 lbs overweight, you might want to pass on the Golden Corral.

Well said.

People need to learn self control and also identify what may cause them harm and act accordingly. Back in my late 20's, I developed acid reflux. I found that there were a number of things that I could no longer eat or drink, if I didn't want to have serious pain and discomfort. I gave up citrus fruits, even though I loved oranges and orange juice. I also had to give up colas. Over time, I had to give up all drinks with carbonation. My ex-wife has acid reflux as bad or worse than I do, but still drinks multiple Cokes a day and can't give it up. She's miserable because of what it does to her, but hasn't been able to kick the habit. If you can't handle xxx and give it up, good for you. I fully understand plenty of people are going to continue to eat oranges and drink pop, I just understand that I'm not one of those people. It's just the way things are and I'm fine with that.

 

[MindfulMan]

Nov. 11, 2006

 

[Cameramonkey]

Well said.

People need to learn self control and also identify what may cause them harm and act accordingly. Back in my late 20's, I developed acid reflux. I found that there were a number of things that I could no longer eat or drink, if I didn't want to have serious pain and discomfort. I gave up citrus fruits, even though I loved oranges and orange juice. I also had to give up colas. Over time, I had to give up all drinks with carbonation. My ex-wife has acid reflux as bad or worse than I do, but still drinks multiple Cokes a day and can't give it up. She's miserable because of what it does to her, but hasn't been able to kick the habit. If you can't handle xxx and give it up, good for you. I fully understand plenty of people are going to continue to eat oranges and drink pop, I just understand that I'm not one of those people. It's just the way things are and I'm fine with that.

You'd make a lousy Liberal Democrat.

 

[Frosty]

Luckily I never developed a taste for it, or an appreciation for being drunk. Now if the video had been about not using coffee I’d be in trouble!