A happy beginning

Today marks my first day of getting sober and staying sober. For some time now, I’ve struggled with methamphetamine use in social settings. It has affected my health, my work and my reputation.

You always think it can’t happen to you but it can. It can when we don’t feel good about ourselves and I didn’t feel good about myself. I did it to feel accepted and desired and then it became more frequent. I still struggle with feeling good about who I am but I will take this one day at a time and appreciate this app and community in guiding me there.

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Have you checked out local NA meetings?

Also welcome to the community and awesome that you are trying to make a positive change for yourself and I support your recovery.

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Thank you. I will be sure to do so!

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Welcome to the forum! Glad u found us :slight_smile:

Getting and staying clean and sober will improve this immensely. At least it has for me. I dont feel so bad about myself when im not using substances, destroying my life, hurting myself and others, and feeling constant shame and guilt. Drugs to a number on us in many ways (as u probably know). But take it one day at a time. Check in often on the forum and stay close to a support system. Most importantly, reach out if ur struggling so we can help u thru the craving. U dont have to do this alone :slight_smile:

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Thank you! It’s nice to have the support of this community.

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Welcome to the family Warrior! One day at a time sober will add up to a lifetime of rewards. Stick around, stay close, stay honest, stay humble.

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You’re welcome here Warrior.

Glad you found us. :slightly_smiling_face:

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HI from Scotland maybe try ameeting they will help wish you well

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Welcome to the community! Great work on your 1st day. This is a very supportive app where you will get guidance and help with your journey. Do take it one moment at a time. Read around - many amazing threads and great advice :hugs:

Hope to see you around. ODAAT :muscle:

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Thank you for your support!

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I’m very happy to have this group. The support is incredible and so much good advice.