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Hi everyone, I'm trying to cut down the amount of alcohol I'm drinking and I'd appreciate any prayers. I use to only have a drink now and then but the last few months my body and mind have been craving more, I'm concerned about this as I don't want to become an alcoholic. I have an anxiety disorder and PTSD and I think I've been self medicating with gin, thanks for any responses in advance
 
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It comes down to will power, but it would help to not keep much on hand. I love beer but switched to Michelob Ultra, it's lower in alcohol, carbs and calories. I limit myself to 2 in an evening, which is basically nothing to most beer drinkers. try keeping a single nip bottle on hand as opposed to a larger bottle. Simply make it a point to purchase no more than that on the way home.
 
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Maybe try some chamomile tea to drink instead of the alcohol. PTSD and anxiety both run off the amygdala and that's increased mental and physical activity, and it leaves one craving sedation. Alcohol is a sedative, that's why people drink it to "take the edge off". Chamomile tea is also a sedative - but it has far less negative side effects than the alcohol and won't leave you drunk/impaired.

Dear Lord,
I pray for strength for Your child, that they may be strengthened to follow Your commands against becoming drunk and a drunkard. Guard her from the dangers of addiction, and help her to see how to manage her mental illnesses in a way that is honoring to You.
In Christ's Name,
Amen
 
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thank you so much for your post and your prayer, I am praying that the Lord take away my cravings for gin. I have been using a non alcoholic gin instead to try and help me have more dry days.
 
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Lord, have mercy on your suffering servant. Flood them with your healing grace and mercy. Be their refuge, strength, and support.

Amen!
 
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