This community is all I have now. I love my family but they all use various substances and I have to distance myself from them frequently. I often feel guilty and like I'm missing out and disappointing everyone. I'm not sure how to talk to them about sobriety without them becoming defensive. I feel like I have no one who supports me. It's very isolating and I'm afraid of what I do in that isolation. The only things that keep me focused are my animals, nature, exercise, and spirituality and knowing that I have to fight to live the absolute best life I can so I can be free. Any advice on how to maintain a relationship with loved ones who use??
If being around those who use is a trigger- it's best not to be around them right now. Don't sacrifice your sobriety. Easier said than done for sure.
Sadly, I agree. I'm wish things could be different for us all. But I need to protect myself at all costs right now.
We do not get a long with people who to any drugs or alcoholic.when we are new.it’s very hard.set your self up to move out.go to meetings.meet lots of people/ friends.of any kind.
I'm trying. I struggle with social anxiety so meeting people has always been a challenge, that's why I love this app lol but yeah, I know I do need to get out of my comfort zone and out of this environment.