I never thought id be struggling with addiction, my only

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#1

I never thought id be struggling with addiction, my only downfall.

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#2

You can be free, I'm glad you're here.

#3

I think all people have addiction issues. For me it’s being aware of it and having tools from AA has helped me deal with it in a constructive manner.

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#4

None of us set out to be addicts, it just happens. When we’re aware of it, we can fight it. You got this!!

#5

I deeply believe that absolutely no one thinks (thought) addiction would be part of their lives. Yet there are millions upon millions of us who can relate...in the US alone. You are not alone or in a rare situation. A difficult situation all the same, stay strong!

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#6

Thank you

#7

Im aware i just dont know what to do

#8

I need to be,

#9

Do anything you want/need. Just don’t pick up any alcohol or substances. A support system is a a huge part of recovery. Do you have friends or family that are supportive of your recovery?

#10

No i dont, ive tried to ask for help before but that never worked out and now im so embarrassed to reach out to anybody

#11

I dont have any friends

#12

I was really embarrassed too and that’s what kept me in my addiction. It finally got to a point where I just couldn’t do it anymore and I came clean and went to detox. I’m only 43 days sober but I already feel so much better. I’m a big fan of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and this is what helps me. My thoughts lead to my feelings. My feelings lead to my actions. My actions lead to my consequences. If I can change the way I think about things, I can change everything. The only problem is that it takes time. Idk about you, but I love instant gratification and I’m not a patient person so this has been hard for me. Just take things one day, one hour, one minute, or I’ve second at a time.

#13

I get to like 10 days and than im back at it again, i really do need therapy i feel like i dont know what to do anymore so i end up just giving up, my environment also takes a huge toll on me.

#14

That makes sense. Therapy is incredible! It’s helped me a lot! Where do you live? I’m in southeast Alabama. About 20 minutes from the FL line and about 25 min from the GA line.

#15

I’m trying to send you a direct message but idk how to do that. I just joined this site yesterday so I’m not used to it yet.

#16

Hi i sent you a friend request