I've started to work out on a daily basis. I truly feel like this has helped me mentally. I do believe I was dependent on alcohol and smoking to help me cope with life in general. Depression definitely set in because of my lifestyle. I still find myself in a depressive state sometimes, but I remind myself I'm still very much at the beginning of my journey compared to how long I smoked and drank for. It does seem to get easier every day to some degree.
Some days are way harder than others, but the routine helps me keep my focus. But it's not only the routine—it's the will to want better for myself because I know I deserve that. I feel like I owe it to myself. All this time of neglect... I now understand what it means when people say you have to want it more than anything else. You have to want that change with no shadow of a doubt.
I don't know the exact date when I stopped drinking, and to be honest, I'm so over it I don't even care—but I do know it was before I stopped smoking. Officially, my date on this app is July 20th, and that's the last day I smoked. So, for drinking, I must be a month or more plus. I'm proud of myself because I always knew it was possible, but I never thought I'd conjure up the willpower to want it bad enough.
My name’s Stephen Johnson, and I can proudly say I'm at least 100% three weeks sober from what I am able to properly track.
I believe in you. I think your environment is very important. Try not to have people around you that will influence you. I'm a loner now a days so thats not very hard for me. Also just try to keep your mind occupied with new hobbies or activities. You got this Nicky 
sorry for the late reply. If you need someone to check in with we can definitely add each other and be sober buddies
Hey great post Stevie, I struggle with my daily routine. I quit meth 8 mo ths ago and weed about 3 months ago. I've been struggling with my routine ve abuse my life seemed to take a bug dump since then but I think I'm rounding a corner. Thanks for your post 
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WELCOME! Your post is very inspirational. Seeing you own your sobriety rocks. You may be at the beginning but the journey from here is exciting. Getting to know yourself without substance is one of the most beautiful journeys a person could go on. Keep on keeping on, friend.
No problem RJ. Thank you for taking the time to reply. We are both helping each other here. I added you, don't be afraid to reach out if you ever want to chat
Thank you Crissy, your reply put a smile on my face. Thank you again for your kind words.