“I Expected to Have More Energy by Now”
That’s a lot of pressure to put on your sobriety.
Early sobriety fatigue is one of the most common experiences when someone quits drinking. However, many of us expect that by 2-4 weeks in we should feel amazing and that’s not always the case. Some return to drinking because the brain fog and exhaustion is too much to handle, so don’t let that happen to you. All drinking does is reset how long you have to struggle with your early sobriety exhaustion.
Why Am I So Tired After Quitting Drinking?
Did you know that alcohol provides the brain with energy? Yes, alcohol has calories, but It’s more complex than that. One of the breakdown products of alcohol can be used as fuel for the brain.
This is why many of us drink to get energy. It does actually give us energy.
So what do you think happens when you suddenly stop drinking something that is energizing…?
There are other reasons why we are tired after quitting alcohol too.
Feeling tired after you quit drinking is so frustrating because you did it, you quit drinking! Shouldn’t you be able to enjoy your life now? It’s annoying that we are too tired to do anything. People have told me that this is the most tired they have felt in their entire life.
How Long Does Sobriety Fatigue Last?
Everyone is different, so I can’t tell you exactly when you will have more energy.
What I can tell you though is I’ve generally seen people in my community stop complaining about fatigue around the 3-4 month mark. If your fatigue feels debilitating or lasts several months, then this is a good thing to discuss with your doctor just in case.
I can also tell you about the day to day choices, stressors, and thoughts you have that drain your energy. That’s why I created this course: to help you understand why you’re tired after quitting drinking and learn how to adjust the things that are under your control that will give you more energy.
Early Sobriety Fatigue Course
Learn about why alcohol gives you energy, why you feel exhaustion in early sobriety, and how to boost your energy levels.
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Please note: this course is not available for content creators in the sober space. Thank you.
Course lessons:
Alcohol Provides the Brain with Energy: The Cause of Early Sobriety Fatigue
Low Dopamine After Quitting Drinking and Fatigue
Live an Energizing Lifestyle: The Why and How
Natural Ways to Boost Dopamine Levels
(Bonus) Mitochondria: The Powerhouse of the Cell: Do We Have to Worry About It?
Energize Your Mind: Chronic Stress and Mental Health
Maintain Your Energy Levels Long Term