My name is Devin and after a little over a year ago I’ve been battling depression and turned back to a bottle. I’ve been having crazy thoughts and feelings worthless and now it’s costing me losing my family. I’m here now getting the help I need because I never seen it as a problem. I’ve seen it as something to block out emotions and help me socialize more. Now I’m too my lowest and recognize I have a problem. Do anyone have some suggestions to get back into my rightful position?
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Congratulations, the first big hurdle is admitting its a problem. I’m only on day 12 of my recovery journey, so still learning a lot myself.
I’d suggest getting some sort of professional help, even if its seeing your GP.
Talking about it also helps. But there are plenty of others on here who are further along than I am who have wonderful advice.
Stay strong.
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Hi Devin, I’m glad you found us 
. There are a lot of people here who can relate, and I dare say we all used our drug of choice to run from things we weren’t ready to face or feel. So admitting it is a great and brave first step.
I had my last drink four years ago. At the time, I was in therapy for severe depression, and my therapist told me she would stop working with me if I chose numbing myself over working toward getting better. That scared me enough to give sobriety a go. All I knew was that I didn’t want life to stay the way it was. I’m still grateful every day for that moment.
I had a lot of support here on this platform. I read a lot and shared whenever I stumbled or doubted myself. The people here helped me stay sober by sharing their experiences and offering support and advice when I needed it.
Looking forward to seeing you around.
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Welcome, glad you’re searching for help!
I too dealt with depression with alcohol but it really only made it worse. If therapy or out patient rehabilitation are options those would be my suggestions, they really helped me look inward and have accountability to others!
Good luck, reach out if you need!
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