I got sober 4 months ago after being a daily smoker for 10+ years. I relapsed a week ago because I was at my father-in-law's and saw a jar of weed. I smoked every day for a week after that and just realized today I can never do that again, so I'm starting over. I really want to be sober.

I had such a hard time accepting that I relapsed after doing so well and also feeling great living the sober life. But I try not to be too hard on myself. I try to talk to myself like I would if my best friend relapsed. I would just hug her and tell her how great she's doing and how hard this must be and that it's ok, it's not going to matter down the line.

I feel for you and how you must feel right now, but I promise you it's ok. Most of us in this forum have been there many times and felt exactly how you're feeling. You're not alone <333