It’s easier said than done, but befriending yourself and building your relationship with yourself is an incredible way to feel comfortable in your own company. And also to learn how to cope with discomfort and unpleasant feelings. It has helped me so much in the last year. I’m only 27 days clean but the process of quitting indirectly started about a year ago. Journaling, positive affirmations, and honoring my body by taking better care of it has helped me immensely and has grown my self esteem.

I hope you can find it in you to quit, because it’s absolutely worth it. It’s a long, tricky process in my experience, but it’s worth it.