STOP Before You Pick Up That Drink!

This video is more directed at those who have already gotten sober. However, if you are trying to get sober and there is a possibility of bad withdrawal symptoms, please see your primary health provider. Stopping drinking abruptly, especially if your brain and GABA receptors have undergone "kindling," can be dangerous and lead to a bad withdrawal syndrome. This "stop sign" concept came directly from my therapist. He didn't say it would work for alcoholism but it stands to reason that if an intrusive thought about alcohol comes into your head, you could immediately focus on a mental image of your choosing. He just mentioned a stop sign. You may even call it a life hack.

Disclaimer: I am not a licensed healthcare professional. I am merely offering my experiences in the hope of helping others and this should not be taken as medical advice. If you are experiencing a medical crisis or medical emergency due to alcohol or sedative-hypnotics, don't hesitate to get in touch with your primary care provider, dial 911, or go to the nearest hospital.

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Camera — Canon RP with a Vivitar 28mm F2.8 adapted manual focus lens
Microphone — Bower Shotgun
Music — "Silent Night" by The Soundlings
Intro Music — "An Enemy For Keeps" by Crossed Wire
Phil Lynott photo: Finn Costello
Liam Gallagher photo: Dave M. Bennet


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