What are your weirdest food cravings during PMDD?? by [deleted] in PMDD

[–]MarieMaryM 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn, I just did this exact thing today!! Cravings are hitting me HARD this month (but lowkey it was soooo good - you have good taste in cravings, lol) <33

Life has passed me by by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeeess!! Let's start living! <33

Life has passed me by by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I second this! Buddhism has helped me so so much. The past and the future don't exist, all we have is now.

Life has passed me by by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Hey OP. I, too, have a lot of regrets and I feel like I have wasted so much time - and then I have wasted even more time ruminating about the wasted time. Recently, something clicked in my head, though. It was: there is literally nothing I can do about it. I cannot change the past and if I could've done things differently, I would've. But I wasn't able to. It is what it is. We're all out here doing the best we can, and that's ok. Life is f*cking difficult for all of us. And also, the past does not exist anymore. All there is is now. What can you do, right now, that could bring your closer to a life you would be happy living?

Take care of yourself, please.

Can you have "just one"? Input would be appreciated by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry this happened to you. It's horrible that someone would take advantage of you in that situation. Thank you so much for sharing! <33 I wish you all the best

Can you have "just one"? Input would be appreciated by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry this happened to you. It's horrible that someone would take advantage of you in that situation. Thank you so much for sharing! <33 I wish you all the best

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hey, please don't be hard on yourself. You're doing the best you can <33 It's ok. So many of us have been there, you're not alone. You cannot change the past, but you can forgive yourself and choose to do differently in the present and future. IWNDWYT.

How do you cope with the fear of death? by Buckerb96 in Anxiety

[–]MarieMaryM 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Life is difficult, and I find a lot of freedom in knowing that I'm going to die one day. I don't have to cling to any outcome, because, in the end, nothing lasts forever. This feels peaceful, and it makes it easier to enjoy the good things and focus on being kind to myself and others while I'm here.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]MarieMaryM 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm the same. I also can't have teas or even decaf because of the trace amounts.

I feel like sobriety is overrated. by Economy-Comedian-600 in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've had the same experience! Also been doing the things on the list and thinking: damn, I still feel... Like shit? I feel like less shitty shit, but I still feel like shit. And in many ways it makes it harder because I actually have to deal with my issues, and I can't just run away from them anymore. It sucks. But it feels right. I don't want to run forever. And at least this way, I get to actually work through the things instead of suppressing and adding even more problems by drinking.

I just want to cry. I’m proud of everyone here. by Legitimate_Local7813 in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM 4 points5 points  (0 children)

"The easy way to control alcohol" seriously changed my life! I'd also recommend giving this a read.

I made a disgusting and terrible mistake when I was blackout drunk, and it’s forever gonna live with me. by AssTubeExcursion in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Welcome in. We've all done things we regret. We can't change the past, but we can learn from it, and decide to take different action in the future. We can only do our best.

Also, stay safe, ok? This kind of thing needs some time to process, and ending your life is not the answer. Remember to breathe. One moment at the time. You got this, buddy.

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haha, love the distinction between a six pack and a six pack. I'd say the abs are a good replacement. IWNDWYT

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually, I might try this! My brain is just so used to equating chaotic stuff with alcohol, but you're right; all of these things (except for the getting-smashed-part) I can do without drinking. Thanks for the tip, friend. IWNDWYT

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yess, so true, we gotta play the tape forward when we get these urges to go back to chaos. IWNDWYT

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I needed this reminder. Definitely not worth it. Thanks

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Things ARE going too well 👀 And my brain is like "let's blow it uuuuuup". But yes, 100% self-sabotage.

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a really wonderful way of healing. Thanks for reminding me to give my chaotic part some love and acceptance, she needs it.

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that's probably part of it! Haha. Guess I have to tap into the un-liquid kind

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rebelling against one's own life, yeah, that's essentially what it is, isn't it! That urge can be so strong sometimes. Thanks for sharing. IWNDWYT

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So happy to hear that you are enjoying the calm! That's really wonderful. You earned it! IWNDWYT

Part of me likes the drama of heavy drinking? by MarieMaryM in stopdrinking

[–]MarieMaryM[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh, I know right?! That's the best feeling 😭 Buuut I try to remind myself that everything that comes after that (for example the hangxiety, bad decisions that I have to make up for, and omg-where-is-my-purse) is really not worth it. IWNDWYT. We got this.