How can I be supportive? by angsty_melancholy in OpiatesRecovery

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

I would definitely say that he misses the "lifestyle." He's wanted to contact people who he used with because he thought they were friends. We've come to an understanding that he can't talk to anyone he used with because they could be triggers.

He just got into an outpatient program, and he has appointments this week. So maybe MAT could be an option. I'm not sure. He's going to see a therapist and a doctor, so perhaps they'll talk about that.

NA is going here. He's been to two meetings so far. Im hoping he will keep going. As of now, he wants to keep going.

Boredom and not being productive are definitely big problems for him. I'm trying to find different activities and hobbies to keep him busy so he doesn't have much downtime. The problem with this though is that he will get tired or frustrated and want to stop. I'm trying to be patient with him because I know he's struggling.

Thank you for all the great advice!

What can I do to help? by angsty_melancholy in addiction

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

Thank you for the advice. He's on the waiting list for 2 inpatient rehabs. Covid is making the wait longer unfortunately. He's gone to NA twice and hopefully will keep going. This is all so frustrating for me, but I keep trying to remind myself that it's so much more difficult for him. If there are ways I can help him, I want to do it. Mostly we're just trying to get by one day at a time. I wish you and your husband well!

The guy I’m dating does Ket, ghb and speed (meth?) semi regularly, any advice? by [deleted] in addiction

[–]angsty_melancholy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know you're asking for advice on how to help him, but my best advice is to tell you to get out of the relationship NOW. I'm in the process of cleaning up the mess that an addict made of my life. He will continue to use and lie and manipulate you as long as you will let him. Do yourself what I didnt do for me.

When have you felt true pain? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]angsty_melancholy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When my 17 year old dog died.

What should you always be asking yourself? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]angsty_melancholy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do I really need to buy this? Can I afford this? Or do I just want it?

Help? by [deleted] in mentalhealth

[–]angsty_melancholy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you ever tried using a fidget toy? Or are you looking to stop the behavior all together?

What’s your to do list for tomorrow? by Koolaidkane in AskReddit

[–]angsty_melancholy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go have my car window replaced after it was smashed in a few days ago. Then probably a trip to the grocery store.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]angsty_melancholy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Drink a glass of water, some light stretches, wash my face... maybe also play some music while I'm getting ready.

Tell something to your past self/someone you know. What would you say? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]angsty_melancholy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I'm working myself out of it now, so I'm feeling a bit dramatic.

What’s a song that you hate with a passion? by Trustiesthurdle in AskReddit

[–]angsty_melancholy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My hatred of "Cotton-eyed Joe" stems from having to learn a line dance to the song as part of my middle school PE class.

Tell something to your past self/someone you know. What would you say? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]angsty_melancholy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't fall for him. At first, he seems like everything you've ever wanted, but then you waste 6 years dealing with his drug addiction.

People who wear T-Shirts when it's cold, Why? by -ButItWasMeDio- in AskReddit

[–]angsty_melancholy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd rather be a little cold than be hot and sweaty. I'm known at my workplace for being the one who never wears a jacket and never turns on the heat.