I don't know how bad you're hooked but in bigger cities there are detox centers that will take you in for four or five days to give you a jump start. There is no shame whatsoever in having to go . You can do this there are plenty of resources to help you walk out sobriety successfully. This community is one of them. Don't hesitate to lean on people that's why we are all here. Amanda is great has a quality recovery you can bank on anything she says
Good luck! We are here for you!
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Get to a center or rehab. It helps. No shortcuts. Do it and you’ll give yourself a chance!
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OMG so have I. I look and feel old. But Sam, keep in mind that we've been rough on our bodies and minds. Some things will come back in time as we hydrate, get better nutrition, better rest and have normal (not induced) dopamine to restore our mental functions.
I'm so with you, and I've gone a few rounds of attempted recoveries. This time I'm considering in or outpatient treatment. For so long I told myself that I can't afford the time, cost or disclosure risk. But that is not true. What is true (for me) is I can't afford NOT TO get clean. Life is precious and we don't have the time to waste it.
I'm here for you though I don't have all the answers. You are worth this. Keep looking for answers, not excuses. I believe in you.
Brian
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Yes there is intensive out patient options. Start with your medical insurance. They can provide a list of treatment centers covered under your plan. When you call they assess you over the phone and maybe even in person. For me at first it was intensive out patient recommendation but it quickly changed to inpatient. I was bounced to another facility and then another. This process started in October. I finally admitted myself March 8th. Best decision ever. Inpatient is very structured but if you keep an open mind and work the program you will feel better every day. My program was in residential 3 weeks and now I am in partial hospitalization. I can leave the premises and am subject to random urinalysis and have to breathalyze upon return to the facility. You learn the skills you need to stay clean. You have the safety net of the program to get you over the hump but you will be better equipped to handle things. You will learn different techniques to deal.. meditation, affirmative action statements, relapse prevention, and building a support network. I am giving up everyone I used to use with and will be looking for sober living. For me I would rather be in the light then stay in he darkness
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Thank you for the information
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Don’t use and you won’t die, simple.
I'm feeling better knowing I'm not alone in this. Thank you.
@will w, that is excellent advice. Im working with a highly acclaimed inpatient enrollment specialist now and it feels good to move forward on my long term sobriety.
Sam, keep reaching out to us and other sobriety related support. You CAN do this. You got this, but it is sometimes a long, arduous road. Rely on your support, learn anything you can to stay sober. When you relapse don't guilt yourself, but DO learn from it. We are here for you.
Brian
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Never alone feel free to dm anytime and I can share more
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That’s a weird reason sorry
Which one tbe don't use and you won't die? Yeah I though kinda the same thing I was already dead inside after 3 yrs hooked on meth. The most insidious drug I have ever tried. That shit is pure evil
Do you believe in God?
Therapy helped me a lot. That and med management. Turns out much of my alcoholic behavior was a direct result of a coping mechanism I used to deal but obviously got out of control and doesn't work. Seek professional help. It's worth it.
You have to change one thing. Everything. Find an NA meeting. Or AA. Or celebrate recovery. Any place that has people suffering with the same disease as you. Like minded people. One addict helping another addict is unparallel