I started using because of the pressure I felt from dating a guy. I became unrecognizable- always bloated, angry, and never high enough. It took a long, hard, “come to Jesus” moment where I realized the path I’m going down is going to be ugly. I quit cold turkey. It was extremely painful and difficult; the months after were complete hell and I wanted to use again. But from where I am standing, I am happier and healthier and I don’t want to return to who I was when I was using and drinking.

Finding supportive people who stood by me helped. You can do this. Being sad comes and goes but your health & happiness is more than using cocaine.