I am a poor example of because gambling as helped me stay off of Drugs & Alcohol.
While using & boozing - I'd piss away money gambling.
But now, however, I treat my wagers like I'm back in scool; Study. Notes. Homework. Etc...
It seems like you know that you need to take a long overdue break. So just do it. It's crazy how it works - you are "pissing" it away as you say, and it's like the Gambling Gods know exactly that, so they aren't helping you.
I'd advise finding a strong support group to help you out. A support group is KEY. Find those who in your exact shoes. Same color. Same size. Same brand. Everything. You need an identical person with your problem. Kick the enablers to the curb. They don't help.
Just some advice my dude. I've been where you are. A few times.
I'm young - 28 - and I've fucked my life up twice already. I got a strong support group. Loving family & friends. And they help me out, Day By Day.
All the best.
Yeah Thanks GLMO. I'm 27 turning 28 next month and have fucked my credit up pretty bad. I'm lucky cause I have my house already and have never fucked up with those payments. Got to get out. I have a couple last wagers for a few bills on flst but got that before all this injury shit so like you said, "gambling gods know and are not helping." Will obviously lose that bet. I have been doing well documenting my nfl picks on covers but am not really playing them funny enough. And they are fucking winning! Either way prolly best to leave that thread and get off covers alotgether. Only reason I would say staying on here would be good, would be like Detox said, ther are good people here that can have good insight.
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Quote Originally Posted by GiLmo574:
I am a poor example of because gambling as helped me stay off of Drugs & Alcohol.
While using & boozing - I'd piss away money gambling.
But now, however, I treat my wagers like I'm back in scool; Study. Notes. Homework. Etc...
It seems like you know that you need to take a long overdue break. So just do it. It's crazy how it works - you are "pissing" it away as you say, and it's like the Gambling Gods know exactly that, so they aren't helping you.
I'd advise finding a strong support group to help you out. A support group is KEY. Find those who in your exact shoes. Same color. Same size. Same brand. Everything. You need an identical person with your problem. Kick the enablers to the curb. They don't help.
Just some advice my dude. I've been where you are. A few times.
I'm young - 28 - and I've fucked my life up twice already. I got a strong support group. Loving family & friends. And they help me out, Day By Day.
All the best.
Yeah Thanks GLMO. I'm 27 turning 28 next month and have fucked my credit up pretty bad. I'm lucky cause I have my house already and have never fucked up with those payments. Got to get out. I have a couple last wagers for a few bills on flst but got that before all this injury shit so like you said, "gambling gods know and are not helping." Will obviously lose that bet. I have been doing well documenting my nfl picks on covers but am not really playing them funny enough. And they are fucking winning! Either way prolly best to leave that thread and get off covers alotgether. Only reason I would say staying on here would be good, would be like Detox said, ther are good people here that can have good insight.
I think the biggest thing is as well is that I have met an incredible girl and been with her for a few months now. She is super smart (7th year as teacher), very fit, attractive, super cool and relaxed, etc. She seems me gambling here and there but i control my actions around her. For example....
Was lying with her last night when Willie harris hit that bullshit 2 strike 2 out pitch for a HR that he has one all year and fucked my 500 dollar RL. I could have lost my mind!!! Instead had to just say, "oh sweetie can't believe that just happened and I lost my bet."
She deserves much better and as you said DETOX if I am to be a husband and father one day I can't risk my families financial future on betting!
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I think the biggest thing is as well is that I have met an incredible girl and been with her for a few months now. She is super smart (7th year as teacher), very fit, attractive, super cool and relaxed, etc. She seems me gambling here and there but i control my actions around her. For example....
Was lying with her last night when Willie harris hit that bullshit 2 strike 2 out pitch for a HR that he has one all year and fucked my 500 dollar RL. I could have lost my mind!!! Instead had to just say, "oh sweetie can't believe that just happened and I lost my bet."
She deserves much better and as you said DETOX if I am to be a husband and father one day I can't risk my families financial future on betting!
I think the biggest thing is as well is that I have met an incredible girl and been with her for a few months now. She is super smart (7th year as teacher), very fit, attractive, super cool and relaxed, etc. She seems me gambling here and there but i control my actions around her. For example....
Was lying with her last night when Willie harris hit that bullshit 2 strike 2 out pitch for a HR that he has one all year and fucked my 500 dollar RL. I could have lost my mind!!! Instead had to just say, "oh sweetie can't believe that just happened and I lost my bet."
She deserves much better and as you said DETOX if I am to be a husband and father one day I can't risk my families financial future on betting!
I've been in that situation so many times before .... Or how about when you have a wager on a game and your girl is watching w/ you and you haven't told her you bet on the game, and she says she likes such and such team cuz they have cute uniforms - and such and such team isn't the team you bet on and you have to watch the game with her rooting against your bet - all the while not strangling her to death.... Oh, those are the days!!!
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Quote Originally Posted by minion0812:
I think the biggest thing is as well is that I have met an incredible girl and been with her for a few months now. She is super smart (7th year as teacher), very fit, attractive, super cool and relaxed, etc. She seems me gambling here and there but i control my actions around her. For example....
Was lying with her last night when Willie harris hit that bullshit 2 strike 2 out pitch for a HR that he has one all year and fucked my 500 dollar RL. I could have lost my mind!!! Instead had to just say, "oh sweetie can't believe that just happened and I lost my bet."
She deserves much better and as you said DETOX if I am to be a husband and father one day I can't risk my families financial future on betting!
I've been in that situation so many times before .... Or how about when you have a wager on a game and your girl is watching w/ you and you haven't told her you bet on the game, and she says she likes such and such team cuz they have cute uniforms - and such and such team isn't the team you bet on and you have to watch the game with her rooting against your bet - all the while not strangling her to death.... Oh, those are the days!!!
its been 44 days i believe. awful anxiety and depression. i'm starting to get some hope and energy back, thank god.
im going to take some RE classes next month and get my RE license. might as well sell a few because it takes so long for my personal projects to unfold.
just an update. i'm fucked.
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its been 44 days i believe. awful anxiety and depression. i'm starting to get some hope and energy back, thank god.
im going to take some RE classes next month and get my RE license. might as well sell a few because it takes so long for my personal projects to unfold.
I've been in that situation so many times before .... Or how about when you have a wager on a game and your girl is watching w/ you and you haven't told her you bet on the game, and she says she likes such and such team cuz they have cute uniforms - and such and such team isn't the team you bet on and you have to watch the game with her rooting against your bet - all the while not strangling her to death.... Oh, those are the days!!!
Yeah man awful times lol.
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Quote Originally Posted by sandals17:
I've been in that situation so many times before .... Or how about when you have a wager on a game and your girl is watching w/ you and you haven't told her you bet on the game, and she says she likes such and such team cuz they have cute uniforms - and such and such team isn't the team you bet on and you have to watch the game with her rooting against your bet - all the while not strangling her to death.... Oh, those are the days!!!
its been 44 days i believe. awful anxiety and depression. i'm starting to get some hope and energy back, thank god.
im going to take some RE classes next month and get my RE license. might as well sell a few because it takes so long for my personal projects to unfold.
just an update. i'm fucked.
Hey Detox,
What is all the anxiety and depression from? Lack of using and gambling or outside factors?
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Quote Originally Posted by I_Need_A_Detox:
its been 44 days i believe. awful anxiety and depression. i'm starting to get some hope and energy back, thank god.
im going to take some RE classes next month and get my RE license. might as well sell a few because it takes so long for my personal projects to unfold.
just an update. i'm fucked.
Hey Detox,
What is all the anxiety and depression from? Lack of using and gambling or outside factors?
What is all the anxiety and depression from? Lack of using and gambling or outside factors?
its just part of getting sober. when you give your brain fake shit to make it happy and then your brain isn't getting them it makes you depressed as hell ... along with anxiety.
thats what happens when you numb yourself for an extended period of time. reallity is a shock to the system.
i didn't quit gambling. i feel it helps to throw a few bucks on a game. it takes my mind off of other shit and i'll be ok with just sitting in and watching the game.
everything outside is ok believe it or not. this is a major problem i have on my hands though. i can't slip.
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Quote Originally Posted by minion0812:
Hey Detox,
What is all the anxiety and depression from? Lack of using and gambling or outside factors?
its just part of getting sober. when you give your brain fake shit to make it happy and then your brain isn't getting them it makes you depressed as hell ... along with anxiety.
thats what happens when you numb yourself for an extended period of time. reallity is a shock to the system.
i didn't quit gambling. i feel it helps to throw a few bucks on a game. it takes my mind off of other shit and i'll be ok with just sitting in and watching the game.
everything outside is ok believe it or not. this is a major problem i have on my hands though. i can't slip.
its just part of getting sober. when you give your brain fake shit to make it happy and then your brain isn't getting them it makes you depressed as hell ... along with anxiety.
thats what happens when you numb yourself for an extended period of time. reallity is a shock to the system.
i didn't quit gambling. i feel it helps to throw a few bucks on a game. it takes my mind off of other shit and i'll be ok with just sitting in and watching the game.
everything outside is ok believe it or not. this is a major problem i have on my hands though. i can't slip.
You're @ the very, very, very worse stage right now.
Days 40-60. 3 week stretch of hating life to the fucking fullest.......
You have to keep track of your days. It'll help. Trust me. Going to bed sober on Day # & Waking up sober on Day #
Keep it up. You got this. Just gotta keep telling yourself that and keep checking in with this thread - I try to look @ this thread everyday.
I have 19 months clean - and I'm still fucked in the head.
Wagering on sports does help. And it helps to have my wife involved as well... she keeps me in check. She's @ the top of my support chain.
Lock in tight with your support group - and if we're the top of your support group, then keep comin' to us.
Keep comin' to us, regardless.
You got this.
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Quote Originally Posted by I_Need_A_Detox:
its just part of getting sober. when you give your brain fake shit to make it happy and then your brain isn't getting them it makes you depressed as hell ... along with anxiety.
thats what happens when you numb yourself for an extended period of time. reallity is a shock to the system.
i didn't quit gambling. i feel it helps to throw a few bucks on a game. it takes my mind off of other shit and i'll be ok with just sitting in and watching the game.
everything outside is ok believe it or not. this is a major problem i have on my hands though. i can't slip.
You're @ the very, very, very worse stage right now.
Days 40-60. 3 week stretch of hating life to the fucking fullest.......
You have to keep track of your days. It'll help. Trust me. Going to bed sober on Day # & Waking up sober on Day #
Keep it up. You got this. Just gotta keep telling yourself that and keep checking in with this thread - I try to look @ this thread everyday.
I have 19 months clean - and I'm still fucked in the head.
Wagering on sports does help. And it helps to have my wife involved as well... she keeps me in check. She's @ the top of my support chain.
Lock in tight with your support group - and if we're the top of your support group, then keep comin' to us.
Good luck! Don't have alcohol addiction, but gambling problem. Was able to quit cold turkey for awhile, but got back into it. Sounds liek we do the same thing. I only bet very small amounts and won't allow myself to bet anything too big. Seriously, my max is like $10 and that is goosd neough to even get the blood flowing. Makes the losses easy to take. Best of luck!
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Good luck! Don't have alcohol addiction, but gambling problem. Was able to quit cold turkey for awhile, but got back into it. Sounds liek we do the same thing. I only bet very small amounts and won't allow myself to bet anything too big. Seriously, my max is like $10 and that is goosd neough to even get the blood flowing. Makes the losses easy to take. Best of luck!
Good luck! Don't have alcohol addiction, but gambling problem. Was able to quit cold turkey for awhile, but got back into it. Sounds liek we do the same thing. I only bet very small amounts and won't allow myself to bet anything too big. Seriously, my max is like $10 and that is goosd neough to even get the blood flowing. Makes the losses easy to take. Best of luck!
Fuck I wish ten bucks was enough to get me going! I think i actually piss 10 dollar bets! lol
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Quote Originally Posted by E-Muffin:
Good luck! Don't have alcohol addiction, but gambling problem. Was able to quit cold turkey for awhile, but got back into it. Sounds liek we do the same thing. I only bet very small amounts and won't allow myself to bet anything too big. Seriously, my max is like $10 and that is goosd neough to even get the blood flowing. Makes the losses easy to take. Best of luck!
Fuck I wish ten bucks was enough to get me going! I think i actually piss 10 dollar bets! lol
Be careful with the gambling detox with an addictive personality things can spiral out of control at any time.Your an intelligent guy use your talents and continue to focus on your work in Real Estate.Exercise will help as it can give you a natural high and make the tough days easier to deal with.Keep busy and get into a good routine.I know its not easy but you can do it .In the long run the struggles you are going through will only make you smarter and stronger.
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Be careful with the gambling detox with an addictive personality things can spiral out of control at any time.Your an intelligent guy use your talents and continue to focus on your work in Real Estate.Exercise will help as it can give you a natural high and make the tough days easier to deal with.Keep busy and get into a good routine.I know its not easy but you can do it .In the long run the struggles you are going through will only make you smarter and stronger.
Could always be worse brother. U could be waitin to 8 years in pen like me. Feel like I'm lining up to die
very true. i wish you luck man.
when i'm at my lowest i think of everything good in my life. hell, i've lived a full life to this point. and then i try to imagine what other people go through ie, death of a child etc. people go through awful things and make something of their lives. nobody ever said that life was going to be easy.
STEELERS, i honestly hope you don't have to go away for 8. if you do, spend the entire time reading and come out a smart man.
GL. My friend.
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Quote Originally Posted by STEELERS in 07:
Could always be worse brother. U could be waitin to 8 years in pen like me. Feel like I'm lining up to die
very true. i wish you luck man.
when i'm at my lowest i think of everything good in my life. hell, i've lived a full life to this point. and then i try to imagine what other people go through ie, death of a child etc. people go through awful things and make something of their lives. nobody ever said that life was going to be easy.
STEELERS, i honestly hope you don't have to go away for 8. if you do, spend the entire time reading and come out a smart man.
Be careful with the gambling detox with an addictive personality things can spiral out of control at any time.Your an intelligent guy use your talents and continue to focus on your work in Real Estate.Exercise will help as it can give you a natural high and make the tough days easier to deal with.Keep busy and get into a good routine.I know its not easy but you can do it .In the long run the struggles you are going through will only make you smarter and stronger.
you're exactly right. first i'm concentrating on the booze and drugs and then i'll move on to the gambling. first things first though.
thanks for the kind words.
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Quote Originally Posted by ILPRATO:
Be careful with the gambling detox with an addictive personality things can spiral out of control at any time.Your an intelligent guy use your talents and continue to focus on your work in Real Estate.Exercise will help as it can give you a natural high and make the tough days easier to deal with.Keep busy and get into a good routine.I know its not easy but you can do it .In the long run the struggles you are going through will only make you smarter and stronger.
you're exactly right. first i'm concentrating on the booze and drugs and then i'll move on to the gambling. first things first though.
you're exactly right. first i'm concentrating on the booze and drugs and then i'll move on to the gambling. first things first though.
thanks for the kind words.
Yeah he is right DETOX. Gambling is just a substitute. In rehab I learned that we are programmed to be compulsive people and often sub one thing for another.
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Quote Originally Posted by I_Need_A_Detox:
you're exactly right. first i'm concentrating on the booze and drugs and then i'll move on to the gambling. first things first though.
thanks for the kind words.
Yeah he is right DETOX. Gambling is just a substitute. In rehab I learned that we are programmed to be compulsive people and often sub one thing for another.
Yeah he is right DETOX. Gambling is just a substitute. In rehab I learned that we are programmed to be compulsive people and often sub one thing for another.
True...
Addictive traits rest in us all.
Whatever is effecting the Big 3 - then kick it to the curb. Work on steps. And wake up feeling brand new, each and every morning.
BIG 3 - Family, Friends, and Yourself.
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Quote Originally Posted by minion0812:
Yeah he is right DETOX. Gambling is just a substitute. In rehab I learned that we are programmed to be compulsive people and often sub one thing for another.
True...
Addictive traits rest in us all.
Whatever is effecting the Big 3 - then kick it to the curb. Work on steps. And wake up feeling brand new, each and every morning.
I've been following this thread for awhile and I thought maybe I should share my experience with you. Last October I was hospitalized with alcohol induced acute pancreatitis. I was 36 years old at the time and a full blown drunkster. I drank everyday, prolly 5 to 10 beers a day ... everyday for at least 5 years and drank beers and mixed drinks for five more years prior to that. So I'd say I was a 10 year alcoholic.
Anyways acute pancreatitis is usually caused from gallstones or alcohol, there are some other exceptional cases but those two are the main ones. And once you get it from alcohol, your pancreas is prone to flaring up again which could lead to chronic pancreatitis. Needless to say that would be a complete nightmare. So I had to quit drinking. I had other medical issues prior to that and shortly thereafter which made my life hell. Because the one thing I really wanted was a damn drink to make things better temporarily, so I can relax and not stress about my illness and my financial problems.
It has been a really really long year for me. But it has been a long year without booze. My fight with alcoholism will prolly end up being a lifelong battle ... i loved my booze that much. I still miss it from time to time but I really don't have a choice in this matter. If its between me developing a lifelong illness or booze, well that pretty much seals the deal. Initially the "thought" of never drinking again scared the crap outta me. I didn't think I could go two or three weeks cause in those 10 years, I didn't go a week without drinking. I mean my life revolved around drinking. Everything I went to, parties, happy hour, sports events, you name it, if there was no alcohol, there was no cave0707 showing up. I really loved my booze bro. So I know what you're going through. I really do. Its tough no doubt. But just remember this, there are thousands, or prolly millions that have gone through what you're going through now. It can be done, you just find a way to stay sober today. Don't worry about tomorrow like I use to. Tomorrow doesn't matter if you drink today. So you fight it off however you have to. Everybody is different, do what works for you. Just remember, it will get better, you will feel better and life will turn for you. Just stay positive and take things one day at a time. Best of luck.
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Detox,
I've been following this thread for awhile and I thought maybe I should share my experience with you. Last October I was hospitalized with alcohol induced acute pancreatitis. I was 36 years old at the time and a full blown drunkster. I drank everyday, prolly 5 to 10 beers a day ... everyday for at least 5 years and drank beers and mixed drinks for five more years prior to that. So I'd say I was a 10 year alcoholic.
Anyways acute pancreatitis is usually caused from gallstones or alcohol, there are some other exceptional cases but those two are the main ones. And once you get it from alcohol, your pancreas is prone to flaring up again which could lead to chronic pancreatitis. Needless to say that would be a complete nightmare. So I had to quit drinking. I had other medical issues prior to that and shortly thereafter which made my life hell. Because the one thing I really wanted was a damn drink to make things better temporarily, so I can relax and not stress about my illness and my financial problems.
It has been a really really long year for me. But it has been a long year without booze. My fight with alcoholism will prolly end up being a lifelong battle ... i loved my booze that much. I still miss it from time to time but I really don't have a choice in this matter. If its between me developing a lifelong illness or booze, well that pretty much seals the deal. Initially the "thought" of never drinking again scared the crap outta me. I didn't think I could go two or three weeks cause in those 10 years, I didn't go a week without drinking. I mean my life revolved around drinking. Everything I went to, parties, happy hour, sports events, you name it, if there was no alcohol, there was no cave0707 showing up. I really loved my booze bro. So I know what you're going through. I really do. Its tough no doubt. But just remember this, there are thousands, or prolly millions that have gone through what you're going through now. It can be done, you just find a way to stay sober today. Don't worry about tomorrow like I use to. Tomorrow doesn't matter if you drink today. So you fight it off however you have to. Everybody is different, do what works for you. Just remember, it will get better, you will feel better and life will turn for you. Just stay positive and take things one day at a time. Best of luck.
I've been following this thread for awhile and I thought maybe I should share my experience with you. Last October I was hospitalized with alcohol induced acute pancreatitis. I was 36 years old at the time and a full blown drunkster. I drank everyday, prolly 5 to 10 beers a day ... everyday for at least 5 years and drank beers and mixed drinks for five more years prior to that. So I'd say I was a 10 year alcoholic.
Anyways acute pancreatitis is usually caused from gallstones or alcohol, there are some other exceptional cases but those two are the main ones. And once you get it from alcohol, your pancreas is prone to flaring up again which could lead to chronic pancreatitis. Needless to say that would be a complete nightmare. So I had to quit drinking. I had other medical issues prior to that and shortly thereafter which made my life hell. Because the one thing I really wanted was a damn drink to make things better temporarily, so I can relax and not stress about my illness and my financial problems.
It has been a really really long year for me. But it has been a long year without booze. My fight with alcoholism will prolly end up being a lifelong battle ... i loved my booze that much. I still miss it from time to time but I really don't have a choice in this matter. If its between me developing a lifelong illness or booze, well that pretty much seals the deal. Initially the "thought" of never drinking again scared the crap outta me. I didn't think I could go two or three weeks cause in those 10 years, I didn't go a week without drinking. I mean my life revolved around drinking. Everything I went to, parties, happy hour, sports events, you name it, if there was no alcohol, there was no cave0707 showing up. I really loved my booze bro. So I know what you're going through. I really do. Its tough no doubt. But just remember this, there are thousands, or prolly millions that have gone through what you're going through now. It can be done, you just find a way to stay sober today. Don't worry about tomorrow like I use to. Tomorrow doesn't matter if you drink today. So you fight it off however you have to. Everybody is different, do what works for you. Just remember, it will get better, you will feel better and life will turn for you. Just stay positive and take things one day at a time. Best of luck.
Have you ever gone to an aa meeting? They might help you.
Most people will never understand. Its hard for me to understand and i have lived it and read about it for a while now.
Thanks for the kind words. I wish you the best of luck on your journey.
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Quote Originally Posted by cave0707:
Detox,
I've been following this thread for awhile and I thought maybe I should share my experience with you. Last October I was hospitalized with alcohol induced acute pancreatitis. I was 36 years old at the time and a full blown drunkster. I drank everyday, prolly 5 to 10 beers a day ... everyday for at least 5 years and drank beers and mixed drinks for five more years prior to that. So I'd say I was a 10 year alcoholic.
Anyways acute pancreatitis is usually caused from gallstones or alcohol, there are some other exceptional cases but those two are the main ones. And once you get it from alcohol, your pancreas is prone to flaring up again which could lead to chronic pancreatitis. Needless to say that would be a complete nightmare. So I had to quit drinking. I had other medical issues prior to that and shortly thereafter which made my life hell. Because the one thing I really wanted was a damn drink to make things better temporarily, so I can relax and not stress about my illness and my financial problems.
It has been a really really long year for me. But it has been a long year without booze. My fight with alcoholism will prolly end up being a lifelong battle ... i loved my booze that much. I still miss it from time to time but I really don't have a choice in this matter. If its between me developing a lifelong illness or booze, well that pretty much seals the deal. Initially the "thought" of never drinking again scared the crap outta me. I didn't think I could go two or three weeks cause in those 10 years, I didn't go a week without drinking. I mean my life revolved around drinking. Everything I went to, parties, happy hour, sports events, you name it, if there was no alcohol, there was no cave0707 showing up. I really loved my booze bro. So I know what you're going through. I really do. Its tough no doubt. But just remember this, there are thousands, or prolly millions that have gone through what you're going through now. It can be done, you just find a way to stay sober today. Don't worry about tomorrow like I use to. Tomorrow doesn't matter if you drink today. So you fight it off however you have to. Everybody is different, do what works for you. Just remember, it will get better, you will feel better and life will turn for you. Just stay positive and take things one day at a time. Best of luck.
Have you ever gone to an aa meeting? They might help you.
Most people will never understand. Its hard for me to understand and i have lived it and read about it for a while now.
Thanks for the kind words. I wish you the best of luck on your journey.
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