1. Healthier 2. Mentally sharper 3. Easier to get in shape 4. Feel euphoric for no reason 5. Sleep is the new drug 6. Wake up feeling refreshed 7. Relationships are way better 8. 100 times more productive 9. Face has reverse aged 10. Workouts are 100 times more satisfying 11. People admire the transformation 12. Clarity of mind produces a purpose in life 13. Being free from alcohol is more satisfying than drinking 14. Free from having to hide alcohol all the time 15. Finally feel at peace with the universe

Hit 30 days today. I’m 36 , first time sober this long since I was 13

Here's a benefit: You can drive your car whenever you want to.

Come December, I will be clean and sober for 21 years. Was drinking a liter of rum a day in 1996. Quit 1999.

I'm a 47 woman, and I got 44 days in today. Waking up without a hangover in the morning is a real blessing and so worth it. Peace to you all for 2020!

I'm 1 year sober and i don't know that past guy anymore. My life changed.

Day 2 of not drinking- might not be many days but my journey just started.

I'm allergic to alcohol, every time I drink I break out in handcuffs...

102 days sober ❤️☀️ i have never felt better!

Just passed my 5th month of sobriety and it’s so much more rewarding than I thought it would be. Life is so much better without it.

17 months no alcohol. Life is definitely better. I will continue!! I drank for 40 years!

27 Days Alcohol Free Today. Anxiety has Reduced Tremendously. Feeling clear. Going strong

Nearly four years alcohol free.Replaced with exercise, good diet and a great sense of confidence.All the best to those going through the process.

98 days clean and sober and have no cravings and won't be going back to that shitty way of living.

5 years baby!!!

You where ahead of your time man, it's the 1st time I hear someone saying exactly the symptoms I had.. I'm 3 weeks sober, I couldn't be better. I will keep sober for ever.

Sober for 1087 days. I'm addicted to being myself without anything changing my positive mindset.

1 year sober money in my pocket started my own business everything changes for better when you quit drinking

This man is correct. The booze is no good for anybody. Smart guy doing the right thing. I'm 10 months into the sober life and lost 40 pounds. I walk with the dog every day, eat better and get along with others to the best of my ability. Excellent.

I wasn't even a heavy drinker and I decided to quit completely. My life changed, I have a lot of time and energy to do whatever I want and I am more productive than ever. Alcohol simply is not worth it.

I’m on day 25 with no nicotine or alcohol. This is my countless number of times trying to quit and this is first time where I feel I’m done completely. What changed this time around is that I purchased “the easy way to control alcohol” by Allen Carr. ThT book has made a tremendous difference n my perspective of alcohol. Since reading the book the thought hasn’t crept into my mind not once

63 days sober today.

Brilliant video. I’m 5 years sober. I’m no longer wine’s bitch.

I began my recovery from cocaine and alcohol abuse in July of last year (2022) and have successfully maintained my sobriety throughout all that time. I'm very happy with myself and I am thankful for those that have helped me through this difficult period in my life. Sharing my experience as well as exploring the experiences of others is important to my recovery, so thank you for this video and all of the others you have released.

For me it was realizing waking up refreshed is way better than waking up hungover. I didn't drink everyday but 3-4 times a week I was having 3-4 drinks in the evening. Since I quit I have lost 25 pounds and my skin looks so much better. I feel great. My only regret is not coming to this realization 10 years sooner.

9 days sober i feel like shit but going to day 90 regardless

Three days sober, and by far the most hopeful and uplifting look at sobriety I've seen. Thank you!

I’ve been struggling with alcohol consumption as of late. It’s nice to hear someone who’s been there verify that there isn’t any benefit to alcohol at all. I’m not getting any younger and your video was very inspiring. Thank you.

7 days sober and I feel amazing and this is just the start

Meditation helped me to quit my 16 years of alcoholism

I’m 18 months sober after getting pretty deep into alcoholism for several years, drinking heavily every single day, it took me 6 months to feel better and get some mental clarity, I workout constantly, mainly to replace my drinking habit, and even training was very difficult physically for me for awhile, now I’m in the best shape of my life and I will never drink alcohol ever again in my life, it is pure poison

Agree 100% with all 15...especially #5: SLEEP! Booze will destroy your REM sleep to the point you wake up in the morning feeling like you haven't slept at all.

Bloated face and sleep disruption are the main reason am quiting drinking today. 21:21 31/8/2020.

I'm from Russia, Moscow. thank you for this info

Wow! What a great well spoken articulated guy who know his shit. Am 53 days sober. Can't wait to reach 1 year

I am 57 and 4 days of sobriety! I was/am a lot like you with my drinking. Thank you for the positives that will come from quitting. I was literally sitting at my desk in tears thinking why the heck am I quitting. I am in the withdrawal stage. Thank you....

30 days sober. Longest stretch since I was 19. I can't believe how productive I am. My "friends" hate me though.

You are the most real speaker I’ve ever heard and enjoyed. I’m 66, and live alone after raising 3 kids and trying to keep a 40 year marriage together. To find myself now alone, not knowing what to do with myself. Over the last 10 years I started drinking wine (alone), what started with a few glasses a week, is up to 3 to 4 bottles a week. I, as many, keep saying I’ve got to get out of this vicious cycle. Your video is pure hope and encouragement! Thank you for sharing your experience and giving hope to others.

Have not had alcohol since the end of November, 2022. The thing that surprises me the most is how much safer I feel.

Yes Sir thanks to God i have stopped 68 days Clean. I couldn’t have done it by my Self. The king of the Universe Jesus guided me through by self inflicted issue.

7 months no alc, I feel incredible af

Super job quitting alcohol. All what you say is 100% true. I was sober for 30 days. Had a few drinks last night now I feel terrible. Reminds me how much better those 30 days I had without alcohol. I promised myself Never Again..!

Thank you. I needed this. I lost everyone in my life and now have no friends due to alcohol. I'm under the influence right now but I know I need to stop and this video showed up at a perfect time.

The last time I was intoxicated I fell down the stairs while carrying firewood to the woodstove in the basement. I smashed my head open and totally passed out. It was January 11th 2017. I was helicoptered to Dartmouth hospital in Lebanon NH from my home in Littleton NH. Nobody thought I would survive - doctors, nurses, therapists, friends and family. I had 3 brain surgeries. I was in the hospital for a year and could not even walk. Age 56. Fortunately strong as an ox from a lifetime of heavy weightlifting and hiking in these rugged mountains. I remembered nothing during that full year and I did not even know where I lived. When I got back home I could only walk a hundred yards using a walker. Slowly graduating to using a beaver cut staff and going further. I now had epilepsy and 6 siezers. Now I walk without help a couple of miles on these mountain trails, a bit unsteady on roots and rocks whereas before I often bushwacked into remote areas with pack and rifle. I shall continue to get better. A year ago I started weightlifting again - before my injury I was very near the NH state bench press record for my age and weight. 5 years ago I had bought several hundred bitcoin at $250 each. I sold half of them for $2 MILLION US dollars after tax. Everybody meets with challenges in life - they can take you down or cause you to overcome in ways that are stronger than ever. This is me. I shall and am coming back whatever may.

Day 1. I've tried many times and failed. I wouldn't say alcohol controls my life, but I feel I "need" a few beers after work to come down from the day and then probably knock back a couple 12 packs on the weekend. I've worked out consistently for years and got in decent shape but I've never been able to take my body to the next level. Also my weekends are very non productive from wanting to do nothing but sit around and drink. Been watching a lot of vids last few days on quitting so here I go again.

I'm 9 years sober. My life is amazing now. I meditate, do tai chi, yoga, acupuncture, and use Traditional Chinese medicine for any ailments and to achieve a state of balance.

Saving a fortune losing weight sleeping better and feeling great. I stopped after 36 years of hard drinking and now only drink once or twice a month.

One of the best presentations I've ever seen. Very articulate, sincere and down-to-earth. I went 6 days without drinking and fell off the wagon yesterday. This video will hopefully put me back and keep me on the wagon.

I’ve made it to the 1 month checkpoint and I feel great right now but I can’t wait to feel the 1 year brain power.

Day 10 and feel so much better. I couldnt understand why I was so depressed and anxious when I was drinking. It was so obvious but I was in denial. Facial bloating going down, incredible workouts, minimal to zero anxiety already! Cant wait to see what day 30 is like

I’m 4 months sober on the 2nd of May. I love my life now after years of abusing alcohol and my liver.

So Inspiring, I'm just over a month sober after 20 years of drinking every night. I feel like a different person and I feel like I've had a new brain plumed in just like you say. Thanks for the great vids.

The world needs more people like you, helping people who are struggling with addiction. Thank you for sharing your story. God bless.

I'm 8 months sober and I'll be honest I feel pretty depressed. I think sobering up has uncovered the reasons why I drank in the first place. I keep thinking that I can only improve though and things will get better.

One week sober today and excited about my journey after drinking a gallon of Vodka a week for a long time... Changing my life and body moving forward. I knew I could quit I just had to make THE DECISION. Greatest decision ever! Not a young man anymore but I can still feel like one! Peace and Love to all...

Really put things in more perspective and knowing about the more in tune you get as time goes on, dead on. I’m off now and won’t be back on. Since xmas and feel beter each day

Thank you for this inspiration! I am 4 days clean from alcohol today. Today I will not drink. Tomorrow is a new day and I will declare the same.

(1) 2:16 Healthier, weight-loss, not inflamed or paranoid about health (2) 3:18 mentally sharper (3) 4:12 Physical workouts better. (4) 5:45 Feel euphoric 5* a day (5) 6:45 Sleep is easier, (6) 8:12 Wake-up refreshed (7) 9:06 Relationships with people good (8) 10:10 More productive (9) 11:32 Look younger, face looks younger, (10) 12:24 (same as (3) (11) 13:58 people respectful - key point - "I didn't own the frames through which I was viewing my life and my transformation", sounding apologetic wasn't good, but knowing that is cool..and people respond better when u fix it. (12) 16:04 Clarity in life leads to purpose in life..."had a sense I was building something" (13) 17:20 being free of the social drug is cool.. (14) 18:22 Not hiding alcohol anymore.. (15)19:25 feel at peace with universe

Yo Fit Recovery, awesome video. I'm roughly 7-8 months sober and EVERYTHING you're talking about is happening to me. All the sudden I'm getting along with everyone, all the sudden I'm performing better at work, all the sudden I don't want to kill myself anymore, all the sudden I'm confident, all the sudden I know I'll find my purpose. Purpose was the big one for me. I've tried so many things and nothing's really stuck. I used to think I'd never find anything for me and that I'd die broke and alone but these days I know that there's something perfect out there just for me! Thank you so much for making this video. I'm nearly the very end of my 20s. My 30s will be spent being sober and successful.

I’m 34yes old and suffered from sever addiction to alcohol, 34 days sober and loving every moment of it, learned to love myself unconditionally which is amazing to even say, hope the best for others suffering from this terrible disease

Seven weeks sober and very bored and compfused. I don't know how long I'm going to do this for, but it does feel great all the way around. Getting great rest. Love those teas, sleepy time and green tea. I really enjoy guys like you sharing your experience. It tells me that I'm not alone worth this experience. There was a time that my routine in the morning was to call friends and try to find out what stupid things I might have done that ofended people or friends so I can appologize to them cus I felt horrible for the stupid things that I did. Thank you again for sharing your experience, its a big support for idiots like me. One big thing that I've been doing also that has helped me is staying in prayer. I ask for help and support from the allmighty. Best wishes to all people that are in this journey.

18th February 2019 the last time I touched a drop of alcohol - I never ever thought I would be able to do it. I agree with everything you say it’s about re-wiring your brain and living and embracing life without alcohol - break the illusion - and start to live - Alan Carr’s Easy way to control Alcohol saved me from my addiction.

You are fabulous! I thank the universe for guiding me to you. You popped up out of the blue. I just want to share that I feel sad and disappointed at having wasted decades of my life, of my creativity, through heavy drinking. You simply won’t believe how long I’ve been drinking ...- all my life. From Irish stock and every relative drinking Guinness I started very early indeed. I’m in my 60s now! God definitely must have a plan for me because I’m still here very healthy... liver lungs heart in great shape and now my mind - so clear. I have an unshakable faith and I’m excited about finishing my creative projects and am so inspired by your naturally positive outlook and life style through your wise choice. This is such a huge step for me and I’m only on my 15th day……!! I’m feeling some incredible unforeseen benefits already. Thanks again. To your good health!

I immediately liked the tone of the video. I "stopped" 3 months ago with 4 exceptions totalling 9 small drinks. I treat them as "accidents" not "drinking in moderation" or any other kind of "management"

14 days sober. I can relate to everything you have said. Brilliant video. Thank you

Good on you! 17 yrs sober. Best decision I ever made was to quit drinking. Thanks for sharing.

Two months sober so far. One of my best decisions ever. More clear and energy. Hitting the gym daily and eating healthy food.

I’m at 40 days today! It’s like a different world that I’m learning to navigate, but I love. Everyday really is a new adventure. Thank you for sharing!

I've stopped 4 months ago, I feel so much better. My anxiety has almost disappeared. I'm not going back ! Love your story, very inspiring. Keep it up.

I'm 2 weeks sober today after drinking between 221-310 units a week. I feel so lucky and so looking forward to life without that toxic stuff in it.

I'm almost 3 months in. The physical effect is amazing but the emotional struggles are another story. I realized I was numbing my suffering and anxiety that I wasn't even aware of and that all the drinking was coming from huge childhood trauma that im trying to deal with now through therapy but that is the hardest part of it but it worths every penny and all the energy I'm dedicating to it. I believe in a better tomorrow. Reading people going through the same is helping a lot ❤

Great video. 3 weeks sober and feel amazing. Everything this guy says is TRUE.

2 weeks in at the moment, feeling pretty rough and have been having strong urges to go and sink a beer or 10. Seeing videos like this makes me want to keep going. I'm also journaling my progress, this seems to make me more accountable to myself, I dread the thought of waking in the morning to write "Days sober: 0" and so I keep going. Thanks for taking the time to go over why it is worth continuing, appreciate this and wish you the best moving forward.

Decided to go without alcohol for 1 year, I'm on the 25th day now. Feeling so much better

383 days sober and the night mares are gone.

About to take the leap. This video and the comment section really gives more confidence in my decision. Thanks yall

I've been sober a while and I could relate to virtually every single point u raised. The fear I had to not drink, was the main driving factor behind it and now through help like this, realising and relishing the benefits of not drinking I'm building strength to ensure I never go down that road again! A very honest account of what a life without booze could be, anyone that is still struggling with alcohol should certainly take some comfort from knowing what life they could achieve by not drinking! Very articulate and well thought out thank u so much!

I am about 7 months sober from alcohol but I’m still smoking a lot of pot. I quit nicotine four days ago and weed is next on the list

Wonderful. Totally agree with all your sentiments. I have lost several friends who are heavy drinkers but I so cherish my sobriety and clarity over superficial, dangerous relations. Well done - much respect!

This is the video I’ve been searching for because it feels like it’s about me and my life. Thank you for making this.

This is totally me. It makes me feel somewhat better that I'm not the only one who experienced this and actually made it out on the other side. I wanna get to the point of not drinking at all. This is day 2 and counting. I know its not much but its a start

What a fantastic video! I've been looking around for people who have quit drinking and came across your video. Not only was this video encouraging but you have a great voice which made this so easy to listen to. I'm only on day 2 of no alcohol, but I've been researching and preparing for months. It's hard when everyone in your life drinks but I've had enough and have to take care of myself. I can only hope my body will heal and I look forward to actually feeling good and sleeping well again. Thanks for the honest video!

I’ve watched a ton of videos on KZfaq and this one is the only video/story that I can relate to. Thanks you for putting content like this out there. It’s really helped me.

When you get to the last point and talk about the universe it really made me smile! Great video, great job dude ✌🏼 very inspiring

From a struggler, great video Chris. It’s evident to me you’ve already walked a mile in my shoes and I’m thankful for your efforts.

In my late 60s and have been on a rollercoaster ride with alcohol my entire adult life. It's a daily process for me to stay focused and keep alcohol out of my body. I'm never going to give up. I know if I do the work I will be free. Sober today!!❤

I quit the Devils piss Alcohol, month ago after drinking for years socially. Now I feel great, sleep is so good. My skin color is back to original color. No more nightmares and hangovers. I love working out and focusing on myself again.

6:27 this is so true. After alcohol I became like a child fascinated by many topics and the simplest of things and often have a sense of calm and control and warmness inside.

Just completed my 7th day. Today was particularly difficult, so I am glad that I found this video

at the stage of just wanting to start my journey of an alcohol free life so looking for people who I can look up to and encourage me on my journey this video is exactly what I needed to hear atm.thankyou

This video is a godsend. Thank you so much for the details of what changed for you. So much of what you went through is going on with me and listening to this is giving me hope. 1 day sober.

Drinking caused me to lose an amazing gf and an amazing job. My new years res to go cold turkey.

Nice points man, you're a good speaker. A few viewpoints I hadn't thought of yet were def. addressed here.

Chris, i so appreciate this video. this is such a great one and I so appreciate you sharing this. I am 13 days today and I feel so good. I have to admit that - i am so excited and eager to be going through this and be a part of a community with you. I am even more excited to know what the future holds for me because of your video. I have to agree with so much you say. esp with the exercise. the past couple of days I find myself after work heading home and i actually WANT to walk home (NYC here)... when i was hungover and going to work, i would be so exhausted i would take cabs (11-15 bucks each way) just to go home, lay down and drink more. looking back it all seems so freaking foolish. I also relate to what you said about exhausting that idea of alcohol as a way to have fun with it or make things better. i did that and i feel the same. i feel like its time is over for me - it did what it did, but i came out lower. thanks again. i truly appreciate it. -alex.

I can relate to your story so much!! Been sober for more than a year and the rewards are coming in!

Thank you for the great video. This really hit home for me I'm going on 7 weeks sober and I can't remember ever feeling this good. I'm 45 and I feel like I have a new lease on life I don't need alcohol I'm so much better without it.

Standing ovation. 👏Truly inspiring story and has made me rethink my values.

You have my total respect and admiration Chris. Thanks for posting this video and your honesty, openness and advice. Best wishes, Blair.

This was a great watch. Thanks so much for the insight it gives me motivation and something to look forward to in my recovery.

I can literally feel your positive energy through the screen and it brightens my day and puts a smile on my face 😊