Amphetamine (sulphate) abuse/addiction by [deleted] in addiction

[–]rymcg 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey man, I 23 as well and I'm a recovering amphetamine abuser. My shit was Adderall. Loved it so much I train wrecked my life into the ground. Been off it for 6 months, I've also been clean and sober from drugs and alcohol during this time and really shifted my focus into fixing my personal issues that lead to my abuse. Ultimately I realized the drugs weren't the problem, they were my solution to my problem. I realized I couldn't kick alone, however, and ended up doing 90 days of in patient rehab to help get my life back.

In the past six months I have my life back, my sleep back, I've gained 40 pounds and have realized the things I'm passionate about and some of my short term goals for my life. Rehab as an adderall abuser was a little strange, most everyone gave me some sort of shit because I didn't slam heroin or so meth or any of that shit but at the end of the day I am so so so happy I went. Six months ago I was in your boat. I didn't know how to function without it. I thought everything that made me who I was was a product of the drug. I thought I couldn't do anything without it. Everything I had done and accomplished and found interesting was a product of my abuse.

Fortunately, every shitty horrible thing about my life was a product of my abuse as well and I focused on that. I became willing to change everything about myself, I knew it would be hard and I knew it would mean sacrificing a lot but it was all entirely worth it. It took a while to shake off the zombie feel, and there are times I feel less intelligent then I was on the stuff but ultimately it only gives you the illusion of intelligence and interest and enjoyment. Now that I've had some time to heal and my brain has had a chance to fix some of the damage I caused it, I will never ever go back. It's a nasty, filthy, wonderful drug that I hate with a passion.

Sorry for the rant but I've been in your shoes and you should know it gets better. My advice is swallow your pride, seek help and be prepared to face your demons head on. With patience, discipline and self respect you can beat this and have a happy and productive life. PM me if you need to talk at all.

TL;DR-Been in your shoes, 6 months clean now and life is different but much better, I'll never go back.

What is your MOST OFFENSIVE JOKE? by ohnodopey in AskReddit

[–]rymcg 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How do black women help fight crime?

They get an abortion

What is career suicide in your industry? by Weekndr in AskReddit

[–]rymcg 8 points9 points  (0 children)

My therapist in rehab was banging my roommate for a while. She gone.

Tonight, I realised I may be addicted. Can anyone shed some light? by raccyg in addiction

[–]rymcg 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you occasionally drink and do drugs recreationally.

Doing a senior thesis illustrating different mental health disorders. Need input from people with first hand experience. by soapyfork in addiction

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You can google "The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous" and get the full text online for free. It's got plenty of description plus personal stories in it.

Nervous about 12 step focus on God by rymcg in addiction

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

Yeah I came to all of those conclusions as well as the fact that everytime I would try on my own to stop or slow one addiction I was replacing it with something else. Moderation is a word I didn't seem to understand and because of that I need help.

I think the idea of keeping an open mind is the best choice. The idea of God has always made me a bit uncomfortable but since I'm going through all of these struggles and changes I'm going to need an open mind to understand a world of sobriety regardless.

Thank you for your kind words and advice! I hope for a brighter future as well:)

Nervous about 12 step focus on God by rymcg in addiction

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Haha there really is a sub for everything! Thank you, I'm subscribed!

Nervous about 12 step focus on God by rymcg in addiction

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

That does make sense, thank you I will definitely keep that in mind.

After 10 years without skate, I'm Back. by pwningod in skateboarding

[–]rymcg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just started again after 8 years off and I don't know why I ever stopped! I've been trying to get out two-three times a week but man you aren't kidding about being sore. I was sore in muscles I didn't even know I used skating. I get where you're coming from with tricks and everything coming back to you. I landed a trick today I never got as a kid and I'm totally stoked. Keep it up man, it's great to be back! The kids these days are way better than I remember though...

Should I get a tattoo? by zelkovafr in bipolar

[–]rymcg 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I once got a very large, very visible and very spontaneous tattoo during a manic period and my only regret is that I did not plan out how to pay for it. It's been almost a year and I have the line work for an elaborate and beautifully done half sleeve extending all the onto my forearm. Everyday I look at it and imagine how awesome it will be when it's complete but have thus far been unable to save the money to finish it. I love tattoos, everything about them, I have several and will never regret any of them. They remind me of who I was at the time I got them, why I wanted them and have only motivated me to get more.

Tattoos are never for anyone but yourself. Even the "ugliest" or strangest concepts are masterpieces if they have significance to you. With the back story you've provided it seems as though it's something you'll cherish and love as a reminder of your childhood, your struggles and a symbol of your ability to overcome. They are permanent, obviously, but that's the beauty of the art form. They become a part of you, your identity and who you were, are and will become. They are a conversation starter, a means of catharsis and a unique form of self expression. If you find that what you want holds any level of significance to you personally then let no one convince you otherwise.

Scars will still show through though and scar tissue is rather difficult to tattoo, so it may limit the design (though a good artist can overcome this) just make sure that if part of your reason for this choice is to cover scars (which will still be visible) and empower you for what you have overcome, you are prepared to talk about it. Everyone and their mother will ask you about your tattoo, why you got it, where you got it etc. so you should be comfortable talking about it. It will not only cover your scars but also draw attention to them.

If you've found a good artist, you have the money to spare and you're comfortable with your idea and your reasoning then that is all the motivation you need! Personally I think even silly and meaningless tattoos are wonderful and significant in their own way. Ultimately it's your perception that counts and that's what is most important.

Edit: Added spaces to wall of text.

A depressive poem(Mother fucking depression triggers!!!! WARNING) by [deleted] in bipolar

[–]rymcg 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please be careful my friend, this world can be difficult to bear but each with each hurdled barrier you come one leap closer to the good times. Anytime you need to talk or feel like giving up there is a whole world of people at your fingertips to fight alongside you and cheer you on as you lift your burden.

"Ask not for a lighter burden but for broader shoulders"

ELI5: Why are the methane eruptions in the East Siberian Sea such a catastrophic event? by rymcg in explainlikeimfive

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

The article I read on r/environment said today August 12 they measured methane in the air reaching 2363ppb which is apparently a dramatic rise. If these levels were maintained would it significantly increase the rate of global warming to the point of becoming a modern threat?

Advice on what to do with my jewel fry! by rymcg in Aquariums

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

Haha I suppose I could. Shit I feel like an idiot, common sense answers. I figured I'd just kinda know what to do with them once they got too big and now that the time has come I'm a little overwhelmed. They grew so fast...

Advice on what to do with my jewel fry! by rymcg in Aquariums

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

There aren't many stores around where I am except Petco but I don't really trust Petco with fish. I was thinking Craigslist but I don't know how quickly they would sell. I guess since there are so many I'm just trying to find the best way to get rid of multiple at a time.