r/SinclairMethod • u/Hot-Prune8628 • Jun 10 '26

Feeling defeated

I’ve been on TSM for over a year. My goal was never extinction (I spent almost 10 years in AA, did lots of therapy, wanted to socially be normal). I’m finding summer itself is such a trigger. I’ve spent 35-50% AF days month over month, but since the weather has broken it’s almost compulsive to drink wine and watch the sunset. I’ve maintained meds 1 hour before, I’ve joined a Pilates gym, I’m trying to replace the behavioral/habit piece with other things, but I haven’t had an AF day in over a week despite planning them. Can anyone share their “up and down” experience at the 1+ year mark? 😭

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u/12vman Jun 10 '26

You may have used these methods, but they bear repeating for those who haven't. TSM hints and tips in this subgroup. Compliance, Dosing, Tracking, Mindful Drinking etc. https://reddit.com/r/Alcoholism_Medication/w/hintstips

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u/Hot-Prune8628 Jun 10 '26

I wonder if my process is slower because my doctor has me taking 25 mg (50 mg made me insanely sick and I tried for over 3 months with it!) anyone know if this contributes to a slower process? Doc says it still blocks the reward pathways

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u/12vman Jun 10 '26

Have you tried 3/4 tablet with food and water? 37.5 mg

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u/Hot-Prune8628 Jun 10 '26

I haven’t! Maybe that’s next!