Self-esteem has very little to do with alcoholism and drug addiction. When you are living "one day at a time" asking for your Higher Powers Will for you each day. You just put one foot in front of the other show up for Life and live life on life's terms.
My experience of drinking, taking drugs, etc is based on my lack of care for myself caused by not thinking and feeling that I can do anything on this planet. I.e. After drinking and taking drugs since I was 15 years old I suddenly felt my inner self screaming at me to “care for me”. I realized that I thought…we’ll everyone drugs and takes drugs so I can to cause it makes me feel better. I had zero self esteem and when I realized this i stopped and took care of myself. My self talked to me and I became and felt stronger in my esteem … more than I ever did.
My experience of drinking, taking drugs, etc is based on my lack of care for myself caused by not thinking and feeling that I can do anything on this planet. I.e. After drinking and taking drugs since I was 15 years old I suddenly felt my inner self screaming at me to “care for me”. I realized that I thought…we’ll everyone drugs and takes drugs so I can to cause it makes me feel better. I had zero self esteem and when I realized this i stopped and took care of myself. My self talked to me and I became and felt stronger in my esteem … more than I ever did.
24 days yall..starting to feel a lil normal...I think.... I've noticed if I get aggravated at something or someone...I catch myself thinking about drinking.. I pray not though 🙏..I'm a lil proud of myself ..ty everyone for the support..yall are amazing
Has anyone tried Ibogain treatment or any other psychedelic for AUB? I have been looking at treatment centers in Mexico and Canada because it is illegal in the US.
I know that there are ketamine treatments in the US, but I was fearful due to lack of research and did not want a trigger due to my history of use of psychedelics recreationally when I was younger.
My wife asked me this evening...when was the last time I was completely sober..I said 14 yrs old..I'm currently 58..my alcohol and numerous other additions are running my life..ice decided to get sober..2nd day without alcohol...going to a meeting tomorrow. Love your inspiration and story. Thanks for sharing
Acceptance to the fact that you have the disease of alcoholism is the beginning. If you had another disease it may be easier. It is a disease. The Best disease to have, all you may need to do is to go to A.A. meetings where you will meet people with the same disease. It us a disease, not a disgrace.
Some go for detox and rehab. It is ashame that Alcoholism presents itself in quite an unacceptable way, yet if you told folks you have diabetes they wld have compassion. When you say I have Alcoholism you may get a different reaction from those that don't understand. Go forward and stick with the winners.
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My experience of drinking, taking drugs, etc is based on my lack of care for myself caused by not thinking and feeling that I can do anything on this planet. I.e. After drinking and taking drugs since I was 15 years old I suddenly felt my inner self screaming at me to “care for me”. I realized that I thought…we’ll everyone drugs and takes drugs so I can to cause it makes me feel better. I had zero self esteem and when I realized this i stopped and took care of myself. My self talked to me and I became and felt stronger in my esteem … more than I ever did.
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1 ReactionI am very "HAPPY" for you. Ego and Pride are sometimes down falls.
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1 ReactionFANTASTIC. We who have the disease of Alcoholism understand the One Day at a Time. Keep it going.
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1 ReactionI know that there are ketamine treatments in the US, but I was fearful due to lack of research and did not want a trigger due to my history of use of psychedelics recreationally when I was younger.
All you have to do is one day. That is all we have. Hang in there.
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1 ReactionAcceptance to the fact that you have the disease of alcoholism is the beginning. If you had another disease it may be easier. It is a disease. The Best disease to have, all you may need to do is to go to A.A. meetings where you will meet people with the same disease. It us a disease, not a disgrace.
Some go for detox and rehab. It is ashame that Alcoholism presents itself in quite an unacceptable way, yet if you told folks you have diabetes they wld have compassion. When you say I have Alcoholism you may get a different reaction from those that don't understand. Go forward and stick with the winners.
56 days today...feeling so much better..ty
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