Hi everyone, im Samantha, im an addict ans an alcoholic.
I have just over 10 months off M*th and 8 months off alcohol.
I go to meetings as often as i can but i struggle with opening up in public. Ive never been good at being vulnerable , especially in public. I know at a meeting im surrounded by good like-minded people but my voice shakes when i get emotional and thats embarrassing for me , i know it shouldn't be but i cant help it .
Im looking for alternative ways to talk without feeling the anxiety of sitting in a room .
I know im not alone on this journey , millions of others have an idea of whats going on in my head , id just like someone to talk to , without being face to face.
Maybe this is the place.
Thank you everyone for listening, thats all for now.
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Start with one on one. I found that telling strangers who I will never see again my story at first. I know it sounds weird but even telling your story in a 3rd person view can also help because it feels like you're telling someone else's story. I hope this helps and you find your way to open up. I lost my family because it took me too long to wise/sober up so being able to talk about it really helps me breath.
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Thank you , that's actually very helpful. Thank you again.
One day at a time.