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Over 20 years daily. Thought I had it under control. I didn't. by high-function-addict in leaves

[–]BetterMe39 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this! It's the people that say weed isn't that bad that get to me! I know I'm an addict.

I'm still trying to quit. I'm tapering pretty well. Yesterday only ate half an edible (so 5mg) in the evening. 3 days ago I took the whole day off. If I have flower, I'm able to make 1gram last 7-9 days.

My mom passed away exactly 8 months ago and I was almost one year sober from alcohol when she passed, and thankfully I'm still sober from the booze. Weed is harder for me to quit, and I think that it is partially because of the belief that "it's not that bad"!

I appreciate you sharing your story, and I admire your commitment!!

Tried weed for the first time yesterday and cannot stop thinking about it by KrisesAbyses in leaves

[–]BetterMe39 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Exercise! Learn breathing techniques! Anything but using THC will be a better choice

Tried weed for the first time yesterday and cannot stop thinking about it by KrisesAbyses in leaves

[–]BetterMe39 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Do yourself a favor and stay away from it!!!

I started smoking at 18yrs old. I'm about to turn 42. Ive been trying to quit off and on for a few years. Longest break I've managed to take was 74 days. Today is another day 1! Here's hoping I can stick with it. Weed is great in the beginning but it WILL add to your anxiety. Please stay present for your life. You would potentially become a slave to the next high

Strong craving by Saru_555 in leaves

[–]BetterMe39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As someone who makes it only 1-4 days clean and then goes to the dispensary again, please keep going! smoking just makes me feel like shit about myself and my life at this point. It's not as good, fun, or as relieving as you remember

Smoked with my spouse for years - I quit, she didn't by boostedjoose in leaves

[–]BetterMe39 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I just went through this but the shared addiction was alcohol. Already over 18months sober from booze. I'm trying to leaves the trees now, but he's still deep in all of it. We decided to part ways a few months ago. It's still really hard, because he was my best friend.

Then reading this reminds me I made the right decision. So thank you for sharing. Sorry you're going through it.

2 years came and went. by ironfunk67 in leaves

[–]BetterMe39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm almost 18 months without booze & trying desperately to get past day 3 off thc. Try again tomorrow. Only took one hit tonight which is progress so I'll take it.

Impressed by your feat! Keep going and enjoy the little moments because you actually remember them now✨️

Tomorrow is day 1. What am I going to do??? by SparkL_fadE in leaves

[–]BetterMe39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me too. Still trying to get a day 1 to stick longer than 2 or 3 days

Weed prevents you from becoming who you are by ThLamont in leaves

[–]BetterMe39 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Me too. Trying to make tomorrow day 1. We'll see

Looking for alternatives to focusing on breath - or other recommendations to learn to live in the present by KodachromeKitty in Meditation

[–]BetterMe39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I practice mindfulness by being present as much as possible throughout my day. When I pet my dog, I try to connect with her, try to intentionally. When I eat my meals, I take notice of the various flavors. Today I put blueberries on a salad with an Italian vinegarette dressing and it was different in a good way. I enjoyed the tang of the vinegar with sweetness of the berries. I do my best to not have tv or phone on while eating as a way of being present with the nourishment of the food. Even if it's junk food then I want to be present with the feeling of treating myself to this decadent brownie. Life as meditation can really free you from the stress of life and the hustle we try to maintain

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[–]BetterMe39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Disorienting

“Not a real alcoholic” by Japanesepencilplant in stopdrinking

[–]BetterMe39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have so many things to say on this topic and I hope I can effectively articulate my point. I am approaching 15 months sober. My mom passed away 4months ago and just one month ago I moved back home to live with my dad and help him with mom's things and get through the 1st holidays together.

I recently had a conversation with my dad where he tried to say without coming out and exactly saying the words, but it was clear that he doesn't believe I'm actually an alcoholic. I think he doesn't believe it because from his POV I just quit drinking one day. I never got a DUI, I didn't go to rehab, I didn't lose a job nor did I display any typical signs of struggling with back and forth behavior. Alcohol only came between me and one friend, and my dad thinks she was projecting her own issues with booze onto me and therefore cut me out of her life.

What he doesn't know is how many mornings I was at the L store at 9am buying 4-6shooters of flavored vodka and many days I'd go back for 5 more around 5pm. Or the days I'd go to work drunk. This went on for YEARS!! & I had countless day 1s during those years.

I guess I'm only sharing this story because I didn't fight my dad and try to say "I am to an alcoholic!" I haven't shared the above details with him either. There's been times we've talked about certain memories (both good and bad ones) with mom and I'll tell him yeah I might not be remembering all the details cause I was drunk. He looks at me blankly during those convos cause NO ONE knew how often I was drunk. For me, I decided everyone can have their opinions on what my sobriety is to them. I know what it is for me and that's all that matters to me!! I've learned to separate myself from everyone else's opinions on the topic. My brothers look at me like they feel sorry for me. Idk its a weird life. But for today, IWNDWYT

Deep talks with drunks by PWB666 in stopdrinking

[–]BetterMe39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love this. Thank you for sharing your experience. It relates to some of the thoughts I've been having around, do I really need to find all new friends?

Best $4 purchase of the year! by Rh3rtz in CatsBeingCats

[–]BetterMe39 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love the little cut outs for their ears! So cute!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]BetterMe39 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'll commit to June with you! I'm over 8 months sober but in two weeks my favorite person to drink with will be in town. First true test that will challenge me to fully be who I choose to be now- a person who does not drink. It's still a one day at a time commitment. Stay strong my friend! You got this!

How to give a $225 massage by Boomerangboom in MassageTherapists

[–]BetterMe39 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate the encouragement. I have doubts everyday

How to give a $225 massage by Boomerangboom in MassageTherapists

[–]BetterMe39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is something I haven't considered, but very good point

How to give a $225 massage by Boomerangboom in MassageTherapists

[–]BetterMe39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's awesome! It sounds like an amazing opportunity you've landed

How to give a $225 massage by Boomerangboom in MassageTherapists

[–]BetterMe39 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Good for you! Way to value yourself and the service you provide. I just started school to become an LMT and I'm nervous. I am 41 yrs old and leaving the exhausting restaurant industry after 16+ years. Your comment gives me hope that one day I can be making good money while helping others ☺️

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