Alcoholism and Drug Addiction......

Addiction is a monster, it lives inside and feeds off you, takes from you, controls you, and destroys you. It's a beast that tears you apart, rips out your soul, and laughs at your weakness. It is a stone wall that stands to keep you in and the rest out. It is a shadow that always lurks behind you, waiting to strike. Addiction lives in everyone's mind, sitting, staring, waiting....a prisoner in your body!

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I'm a recovering addict.....I'm 16 years sober now. But, it still haunts each and every day. I know and realize I can't just take that one drink, it's one right after the other until I can't feel anything, just numb. I'm writing this to help others who may be struggling in their lives with addiction.....you're not alone....you're never alone.

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MoonlightLullaby · 41-45, F

I'm not only proud of you for continuing your battle, but sharing it with others. I know you've been judged for it and your mental health before, but it's important we don't allow those people to silence our voice.
[quote]Addiction lives in everyone's mind, sitting, staring, waiting....a prisoner in your body![/quote]

I believe this to be true although some would/will claim otherwise. Not necessarily with drugs or alcohol, but food, porn, over usage of the internet, constant validation... yada yada.

Wonderful post, sis💫✨💖

Indy74 · 46-50, F

@MoonlightLullaby Thank you for all you've said my dear sis.....I always try to convey a message to help others. It helps me in the process.....but, I mostly go ignored or attacked about some wording.....people twist things instead of thinking. But, I am ME. That's all I ever claim to be. 💜🤗🌼

MoonlightLullaby · 41-45, F

@Indy74 No thanks need it.💫
I think most people are here for jokes and the not so substantial things these days, unfortunately.🥀... doesn't make yours, mine, nor anyone's less valid.

[quote]people twist things instead of thinking. [/quote]

Yep. I know how that is 'round here.😏....so much gets lost in translation and people prefer bias vs clarity.

Indy74 · 46-50, F

@MoonlightLullaby [quote]So much gets lost in translation and people prefer bias/clarity.[/quote]

This is one of the best comments I have yet to hear and I appreciate it being said. I know you have totally found it to be true and unjustly so. 🤗💜

MoonlightLullaby · 41-45, F

@Indy74 vs clarity 😉

Indy74 · 46-50, F

@MoonlightLullaby Shit.....BIAS vs CLARITY.....thank you for that correction....you know my mind sometimes...😉🤭