I've struggled with addiction [I Addiction]

I spent most of my 20s under the influence of something. This year I finally had to be honest with myself, that I have been drinking and using benzos amongst other things since about 15. I love how I feel sober, food tastes better, my mood is lighter and I have way more energy. The biggest monkey to get off my back was prescriptions mainly ambien and benzos. I pretty much know I have to steer clear of all that stuff. But I still haven't worked out what to do about alcohol. I can stop at a couple of wines and I don't drink every night, but I never feel as good the day after. There is a lot of information out there that addiction is an all or nothing thing and with good reason. I just haven't decided what's right for me yet.

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Frank52 · 70-79, M

Get some support and don't try to do this on your own. Leaving this behind is much more than an intellectual decision.

Hope you get well.

Notladylike

@Frank52 I appreciate the comment and I have got support. This is kind of the issue I have with much of the addiction support out there where the only way is all or nothing. If you decide you are drinking too much then you need to be completely sober and work the steps.

I'm quite well thank you