Overcoming addiction….now What?

Published July 24, 2010

Question by Miss Amber: Overcoming addiction….now what?
I’m trying to get sober…I’ve been addicted to pain pills for about three years but before that it was alcohol and before that was cocaine. I’m only 26 and I guess you could say I’ve never been one who likes to be sober. I know there is some deeper emotional reason for that but I haven’t dug that deep yet. I decided to quit taking pills because I buy them off the street and they run $ 5-$ 10 a pill depending on what you want. I could easily spend $ 100 a day. I’ve lost a lot within the past 3 years…eviction, my family, morals, I’ve lied, stole….just haven’t been a very good person. But I’m ready to change!! I just don’t know how to do this…I’m bored…and very antsy. I can’t get the thought of using out of my head. Anyone have any advice? Thank you very much 😉

Best answer:

Answer by Brandy D
My best advice: Go find a meeting, and Attend It!
NA / AA is the most successful addiction program there is, and all you have to do to begin is show up.
Congrats on your decision to become sober, best of luck.

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