addicitons

[floridaorange]

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I think we all have a void that we try to fill with all of the above when really only one thing can fill it, a higher power, than ourselves. I won't go on much further because I think its pretty much common sense to all humans, some agree some would rather not, but the feeling of "needing" is universal for a reason.

[Huggie Smiles]

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Actually, starting with thaiboxing helped me to kick a lot of shit. Mind altering in a healthy way.

all these posts are you straight?!
sheesh

[hambino21]

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hey man, one of the best things you can do is find friends that keep themsleves busy doing other things and don't resort to partying all of the time. If they're true friends they'll keep you on the right track. exercising is definitely a plus, it gives you a sense of well being and once you have that you just want to improve on that aspect. It's all about staying focused on something positive and don't leave yourself time to want to get f'd up. It's definitely not easy but once you get over the first hill you'll be alright. Once again, keep good friends around you and stay busy.

[pilot]

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again thanks for the input. I agree that keeping busy is the best way to keep clean because when we (addicts) have too much time we begin to think about it. Spirituality has helped alot too. I am a practicing member of a religion and I am trying to use that for strength as well. I know that there are so many people right now that are having issues with addicitons. We all know or have friends that have even died from them. The most difficult thing for me right now is not playing in clubs. This is what I love to do, but if I am serious about living then I know its something that I can give up. Maybe start doing weddings or something. I just hope that as I recognize my need to come clean someone else can take help from others that are here to help.

[threehills]

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The most difficult thing for me right now is not playing in clubs. This is what I love to do, but if I am serious about living then I know its something that I can give up. Maybe start doing weddings or something.

But then you'll get hooked on drunk brides maids. Trust me, I've seen it happen.
But seriously, to quit, you need to cut its influences, like friends and venues out of your life. It might make life seem a bit boring for a little while....but then other positive and enjoyable things will fill the void that club life and old friends left behind.

[Mr.Big]

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Its tough really and you are the only one that knows what todo. Sure i have gone down the drug road before but u gotta know where the cutoff point is. I have an addictive personailty myself but luckily my friends bar one or two were never really into drugs, that plus its hard to get drugs in the social circles i hang out in. I mean you could say drink is the worst drug which is a major part of our culture so its tough to keep that at a resonable level too. As much as the goverment/policticians go on i dont blame people for drinking/taking drugs cause theres really shitall else todo after a shitty weeks work. Thats modern life for me anyway.

[BSully828]

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In addition to the great advice already posted, I'd say that whenever you find yourself alone, mulling over your problems, get up and do something right away. Not that some "me-time" is a bad thing, but you're more apt to be sucked into negative thinking if you're just sitting by yourself stewing over your problems - even the best intentions can be easily ruined with only a few minutes of depressed thinking.

If you find yourself getting drawn into those kinds of thoughts, do whatever you can to change your mood. Go for a jog, take a walk down to the coffee shop, read, write, watch Thundercats reruns - anything. I'm sure we've all found ourselves sinking into a series of negative thoughts from time to time, best thing to do is change the atmosphere before it really pulls you down.

Best of luck pilot - getting through something like this ain't an easy task, but it is well within your ability if you stay determined.

[pilot]

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It is hard. The road to sobriety sucks. But its the price I pay for making stupid decisions. Everything that is being posted is true, except for maybe the drunk brides maids which are fun by the way, and thats usually the hardest part of an addiction, admitting that we have a problem. This morning I have been reading online about addictions and rehab. This is a quote I found:

If you place a thing in the center of your life
that lacks the power to nourish
It will eventually poison everything you are and destroy you.
-"Liontamer" by Faithless

[AndyH]

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Well you are heading in the right direction by talking about it then for sure. Try and look at the times when u do slip up (such as in clubs) and try and avoid those triggers. Tbh, if u have been in rehab before then u must know all the stuff that has been said on here already, but if talking about it helps then keep doing it. Just take it one day, hour, or even minute at a time if need be... Try having a look around here

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/

I really wish u all the best. Oh, and one other crucial thing that should help...

Stop listening to that Sharam CD AT ONCE!!!

[Miguel]

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^^^^^ yeah ... that sharam cd is playing with your head

dude be strong and look for comfort in your family ....

[runningman]

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watch the movie "the secret"

http://www.thesecret.tv/home.html

[FM]

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associate a lot of pain every time you start to think about doing them again or the past pleasures it brought...enough to make you sick. Do it enough times and you might just break the habit some more...

[pilot]

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associate a lot of pain every time you start to think about doing them again or the past pleasures it brought...enough to make you sick. Do it enough times and you might just break the habit some more...

I think Im already there. I get sick when I take certain things now..Hope this helps

[SyntaxTerror]

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What exactly are you addicted to?

[BSully828]

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watch the movie "the secret"

http://www.thesecret.tv/home.html

I second that - fucking mindblower of a film.

What The Bleep Do We Know would be worth the watch as well. The website even has an entire forum about this topic.