They know. We are usually the last to know.
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For me hiding my alcoholism made it much easier for me to hide my drinking from those that did know about my problem and believed I was sober. Being open an honest about my problem with everyone made it much easier for me to be held accountable.
Don't look at this as a failure, it's an opportunity to learn. You learned that the way you tried to be sober did not work so this time you can try a different approach or whatever you feel needs to be adjusted this time. Good luck!
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I hide it for years. Bottles everywhere. The freedom of not having to constantly be worried about where I hide it was worth getting sober alone. Piece of mind!
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You're not a failure. You have an addiction. It's an unfortunate fact that most of us have had relapses. Don't be so hard on yourself. Guilt and shame never help. Also, remember it's ok not to be ok sometimes. Don't place so much pressure on yourself to be the strong one. That in itself can be overwhelming and drive somebody to seek an escape. You don't have to hide it. If you tell people about it, they might be able to support and help you, but only you know what's best for your particular situation. If your money situation allows, I'd highly recommend seeing a therapist to talk to. Also, you mentioned you have social anxiety. I do, too so at least at this stage in my journey, I'm not comfortable going in person so I totally get where you're coming from. A lot of groups have online meetings though which can be helpful since you just need a camera and dont even have to turn it on. You got this!
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Go online, turn off the video, put âjust listeningâ next to your name. You donât have to share until youâre ready.
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I just downloaded the zoom app, I see several meetings I can join online tomorrow. Going to give it a try!
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