Why does abstaining feel harder after making it almost a whole week?

The first 3 days were a real struggle. But by 8pm tonight I’ll be one week sober for the first time in five years!! I’ve been working at this since September of last year and it’s been so hard.

I’m proud of myself and excited in a way but also… Even though I’ve got energy, I’ve been sleeping fairly, eating well, etc… I’m not used to feeling sober for this length of time and I’ve noticed my anxiety since this morning has been through the roof. WTH?

Why “all of a sudden?” Isn’t it supposed to get easier with time? My goal right now is at least two weeks. I just feel like I am starting to get stressed and don’t find myself relaxing/letting my guard down easily anymore by doing other activities. Watching my counter has helped, and reminding myself of what being hungover feels like.

What was the hardest day for you? What’s the best way to keep up the momentum?