Weekends and the Invisible Wagon

[akgirl]

I've been here for a few weeks now and definately had my ups and downs, falling off and getting back on the "invisible wagon" we all try to ride. Exhausting at times I must say. So far I've been pretty good at staying on during the week but damn if I don't slip off at some point over the weekend. As stupid as its sounds, it's like I reward myself for being so good...like I earned it or something. I gotta come up with a better plan for next weekend. They need to put seatbelts on this wagon

[Gia]

I think of it like that as well; if I had a great day I want to celebrate, with wine or whatever. I feel like I earned it, and in my mind I do. I work hard, I TRY to pay my bills on time, I'm raising a child, running a house, I have responsibilities. And to me, if I do rather well either that day or that week, I feel like I am adult enough and I deserve it. So many things to struggle with.

[tlrgs]

ok reward for doing so good.. start think this way,get your hair done ,buy some clothes..something like that.. but dont drink .. there's your seatbelts

[CS04]

Or you fall into the trap of "I've done a few AF days. See, I can do it! (So there!)"

[Wally22]

How about a manicure or a pedicure. A really great movie with store bought popcorn.
A long soak in the tub with a cup of tea or whatever AF drink you prefer.
A half hour massage by a massage therapist, book it for Saturday afternoon.
Just some suggestions, that I have thought of to treat myself when I do good.
So far my nails look pretty bad though.

[evielou]

Gather a tool box of things that make you feel good...Foods you love..movies that make you laugh...your favorite music Etc.....My TOOL BOX OF JOY has gotten me thru lots of tough times...It may help you,as well....Evie

[New Day]

Gia --- I feel exactly like you..... and the moment seems to come on so quick and powerful, it takes you by surprise. I fall into the trap of "okay, I'll just have one or 2 glasses" to celebrate.