Why do really drink (or use)? I always used stress or depression as an excuse, but ive realized that wasent the always the case, i just enjoyed it and thought nothing bad could happen to me. I built a good life, got married, good job, brand new house and nice things. Well thats all gone now because of my drinking. Now i had an "excuse" to keep drinking and even heavier. I wasent feeling well and was turning yellow. I went to the dr and was told if I leave theres a good chance id die. I now have cirrhosis and kidney damage. Nobody is invincible, and even though im just beginning sobriety, i hope this can reach someone who can relate or learn from this. Wish you all the best and just keep pushing forward.
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Hi Steve. I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Thank you for sharing your story. You are in my prayers.
Steve, welcome! I can echo your words. My story exactly. I finally got that call of desperation. I lost almost everything as well. They say alcoholism almost always ends in hospitals, institutions or death. I exhausted the hospitals and institutions and my last detox myself experience I did think I was going to die. Believe me. Detoxed myself many times, this last the worst by far. I get it and many others on here will as well. But you “are” here. That is a miracle in itself. Stick with it! While I am not a medical doctor, you at least can put a stop to further physical damage and you will get better spiritually, emotionally and mentally one day at a time. Please reach out if you need a friend. I know I speak for many. We are glad you are here!