I thought I could control it this time but I was wrong

I'm an alcoholic and I need to finally admit it, before I reach a new rock bottom. The people I met at a treatment center told me that everytime they hit rock bottom, it was always worse than the last time. I still have time to get sober and clear minded before I overdo it again. It's like there's still a sane part of me left. I should stop while I still can. I've been down this road before and it just ain't worth it. I need to call those friends I made at the treatment center. I got like 30 people I can call, I still haven't called any, I wonder if any of them were honest when they told me to call them. I guess there's only one way to find out. I just hope they haven't relapsed as well.

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SparkleBunny · 36-40, F

One phone call can save two lives. The person who answers your call may need to hear a voice who understands. It is no lie that addiction is a progressive disease. Every relapse is twice as bad with half the amount. The key is to call BEFORE you pick up or use again. Even if you have already given in, CALL SOMEONE. Those who are serious about working on their sobriety will answer your call. Becoming sober and maintaining your sobriety takes work, but it is worth every ounce of determination into it. A drowning man must first decide he wants to save himself before he can be saved. It has to be 100% YOUR choice to take that first step. It is progress, not perfection my friend. There is literally an entire world that is willing to help you if you have the desire to stop. Will keep you in my thoughts.