Unbearable challenges

I try hard to turn everything into a positive. I believe things do happen for a reason and we grow from our struggles. Im hoping my situation might resonate with someone else and my strugglings can be a lesson to someone else.
Lately I have been faced with really difficult circumstances revolving around someone else’s addiction which is jeopardizing and hurting my sobriety and mental health.
I never thought that being an addict myself I would ever face struggling with someone else’s addiction. Im fighting to find a purpose in this. It has definitely opened my eyes to what I was like and how I acted. Im facing trying to help someone who doesnt want help and doesnt think they have a problem.
The last few days have tested me hard. Its been an emotional roller coaster and I keep asking myself can I maintain this, can I survive this.
Today I am sober. Ive made it this far staying clean. Im grateful for my sobriety. One day at a time.

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I’m sorry to hear that. I think it’s good that you posted!! (rather than bottling it inside). I don’t know that I have words to make any of it better but I’ll say I’m proud of you for staying sober through it…that takes a lot of strength and courage so kudos to you :muscle:t2:

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I understand my son is in sober living

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I am going through the exact same thing right now as well. It’s truly heartbreaking to watch and you want to help as much as you can, but yesterday my worry turned into major stress and anger and I realized I just can’t do this without jeopardizing my own well-being. Hang in there girl ❤️‍🩹

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Praying for you both!

You described it perfectly, I hope things get easier for you :two_hearts:

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I’m really grateful for this app and for everyone on it willing to listen! Thank you

I agree

One of the hardest battles. Especially someone who isn’t there yet. Protect your sobriety with boundaries and if you feel like your sobriety is in jeopardy than maybe you’ll have to consider an alternative path. Rooting for you