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Posted 10/25/2014 7:01 PM (GMT 0)
I miss wine. Since this anxious bout started in mid April, I have not drank any alcohol or caffeine. I am on buspar, which I know I can drink on because I've taken it in the past. But if I were to have a glass of wine, I don't trust myself NOT to have a panic attack (then I would be scared to take a xanax, as I would have alcohol in my system). I am not an avid drinker, but I do love a glass of melbec or Merlot (especially with an Italian meal, like we will be having tonight) or an occasional Michigan hard cider. I know I will be able to partake again, someday...but until then, I will have to substitute that craving with cake:)
Posted 10/25/2014 7:17 PM (GMT 0)
Well, I don't drink, so I'm probably rather useless on this topic!

Did you ask your doc if an occasional glass of wine would be acceptable? I'm admitting up front, I'm totally ignorant of this topic. Just curious....



M.
Posted 10/25/2014 7:26 PM (GMT 0)
Mom

I never drank much wine or alcohol but I do miss cigarettes and coffee. Life's all about sacrifice and I have found that I can manage my anxiety a lot better without these substances (doesn't make it any easier though)

Your friend
Cornell
Posted 10/25/2014 8:07 PM (GMT 0)
Merrida, my pdoc and therapist said I would be fine drinking an occasional glass of wine (and that was when I was on xanax daily). I am down to taking it prn now and at the teeny, tinyest dose. But I am still scared to do it. I think it's more that I miss my old self. I also miss my twice a week yoga classes, enjoying the grocery store, eating dinner at a restaurant and long car rides. All of which I'm not comfortable with right now. I miss trusting myself, which I know will come back. Just having an impatient day.

Cornell, I will sacrifice just about anything to rid myself of this anxiety. I used to do cigarettes too. Im glad you quit!!:)

Post Edited (Momtogigiandquinn) : 10/25/2014 3:44:59 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 10/25/2014 8:49 PM (GMT 0)
Mom,

I'm cutting back on my wine and it's hard. I do notice for sure though that I have less panic feelings the next day if I don't drink. We're going to a wedding right now where we only know the couple getting married so not only have I taken a xanax to get me downtown, but I will also indulge in a little wine to try and act like a mellow party goer. I'm sure tomorrow will suck. I'm gonna try and do one or two glasses a week, because in the Fall I love to have a little wine by a fire!
Posted 10/25/2014 9:30 PM (GMT 0)
M2G&Q.,

I like your attititude...

Your realization that this is a temporary sacrifice...and that this is not forever, but something that you will be able to enjoy again one day is spot on...and shows healthy thought patterns!!

Positivity and hope are KEY to recovery!!! Keep up the good work.:)

S.C.

p.s. I will drink your portion until you are ready to raise your glass again...;p ;)
Posted 10/25/2014 11:44 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Mom!

Definitely waiting until you are ready is a good idea. If you think that you will panic from it, the likelihood that you will panic is a LOT higher. When you do eventually try to have some, maybe just have a half of a glass, or a sip, or a quarter of a glass and see how it goes. I love wine too, so I know the feeling. Sweet red wine... ahhhh.... so lovely. :)

Cheers, in time! :)
Posted 10/26/2014 12:16 AM (GMT 0)
I never cared for the taste of any kind of liquor thankfully...but to hopefully make you smile, here's a little song for you! Be sure to listen to all the lyrics! ;)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZ7j292Y_Cw
Posted 10/26/2014 12:26 PM (GMT 0)
You guys are the best! I know I will get past this (hopefully before holiday!), but until then, wine at communion will have to suffice:)

Janet, that song is hilarious!! Thanks for sharing.
Posted 10/26/2014 12:35 PM (GMT 0)
Mom.

Trust me. The wine is NOT worth it. I only had two glasses last night at this wedding and it impacted me sleep big time and I woke up already in an anxious state! Keep on avoiding it, because it is a really big trigger. I'm going to avoid it as much as possible too. In fact a friend of mine who may or may not suffer from anxiety, posted an article on Facebook about how alcohol plays a huge role in anxiety and anxious feelings.

Anyway, I should've just skipped the wine last night. I'd rather not sleep like crapola and wake up feeling jittery.

Go you!
Posted 10/26/2014 12:36 PM (GMT 0)
Mom, if it made you smile, then I am glad I shared! :))
janet
Posted 10/26/2014 12:52 PM (GMT 0)
Park, I hope your day gets better:( I hope you had a good time at the wedding, at least.

Janet, made me not only smile, but laugh out loud!
Posted 10/26/2014 3:02 PM (GMT 0)
I know what you mean about just wanting to feel "normal" again. I went months without drinking and I missed just being able to chill w a beer like I used to. I'm back to being able to have a couple, but if I have too many, I pay dearly. I had a couple last night and between still recovering from walking pneumonia and that, I'm feeling super anxious this morning.

Park- I'd love to read that article. You should post it if you can find it. I hope you feel better as the day goes on!!
Posted 10/26/2014 8:55 PM (GMT 0)
MG,

I looked for the article, but I think she had just "liked" it, so I saw it. It was good though. It talked about people with anxiety really needing to cut alcohol from their diets because it will make a noticeable difference in the anxious feelings. I'm gonna try!
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