Addiction and substance misuse are highly serious problems that can completely consume a person, both psychologically and physically. And overcoming those presents a significant task. The addicts understand, deep inside, that this challenge is worthwhile despite their worst circumstances. When it comes to really leading a drug-free life, things become challenging. People frequently become melancholy as a result of the abrupt realization that makes the future even tougher than the actual sobering steps, which causes them to revert to their terrible old habits. In all honesty, willpower could be crucial in this situation, but there are still a ton of things you can do to seize the fresh start YOU have given yourself.
Be proud of your strength to recover
One of the main factors that can cause a former addict to relapse is guilt. If you believe that because you made this decision for yourself so long ago, you don’t deserve better or that you can’t experience better, you will likely start to doubt yourself when you are having a terrible day. However, that is untrue. Everybody in life makes poor decisions. Each and every one. Even if it’s true that some people don’t allow regret impact them, that doesn’t mean they don’t have past mistakes they regret.
But moving forward and making strides in the direction of a better future is what humans do. to make a change. to make up for it. even if it means you have to apologize to yourself. You went through a difficult moment and made a poor decision that had an impact on you and your loved ones. But gradually you understood your error. You made every effort to escape that terrible cycle. There is no place, need, or purpose to guilt trip yourself into demeaning yourself and turning to substances once more now that your life is starting afresh. Even on the terrible days, your life is waiting for you and it’s worth living. People are yin-yang creatures, and having both positive and negative emotions is what makes us human.
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The struggle is real and you’re not a lesser person because of it
Even from observing other individuals, you likely already have a good idea of how challenging it is to stop smoking and resume your regular daily activities without a cigarette. Heck, it’s nearly impossible to stop binge eating and drinking Coca-Cola. All of these increase endorphin production in the brain, and people enjoy pleasurable feelings. It’s obvious that something ten times more harmful and troublesome, like a heroin addiction, might make you happier for a short while—for a few seconds, minutes, or even hours. Drugs, after all, are chemical substances that alter the chemistry in your brain.
It is really tough to take matters into your own hands and overcome such an addiction, much less deprive your brain of the cocktail it has grown accustomed to. Nobody who has even a passing understanding of what addiction is would think otherwise. There are both physical and emotional signs of withdrawal. But after your body has resolved the issue—and it will—you will be the only one left in charge of your thoughts, which is terrifying. It’s amazing as well as frightening.
Having said that, it’s completely normal for you to even regret going through this dreadful experience. Everyone desires happiness! But it’s crucial that you understand that you are capable of controlling your own happiness without the aid of any drugs. Never underestimate the struggle though. It’s not evidence that you’re helpless. Quite the opposite. You are strong, you are battling, and you have been able to escape the chemical trap that your body and mind were caught in thanks to your effort. Recognize that the fight is genuine and that it is transforming you into a better, stronger person every day.
Do what everyone else does when things get difficult
It may feel like you’re on your alone and that no one else could possibly understand when you’re trying so hard to recover your own life and escape the grip of addiction. And in a sense, you’re correct. Nobody will ever fully comprehend another person, and those who have never battled a major addiction are likely to have no idea how it feels. The lovely thing about that, though, is that it essentially doesn’t matter. Anyone who experiences a difficult time in life does their best to surround themselves with good others. Don’t be reluctant to follow suit.
Getting genuine professional assistance can also prove to be very useful. After all, it’s typical for those who experience anxiety or depression to seek professional assistance, and, in essence, finding joy in life after addiction can be difficult and may even trigger despair or anxiety. It’s okay to accept it and talk to someone who understands what you’re going through and is sure they can assist you professionally as well.
Don’t be afraid to be busy as well. It is extremely difficult for absolutely everyone to accomplish this when they are dealing with any sort of mental or emotional issue, but taking part in hobbies and activities can make a huge difference. You’ll not only have the chance to do or learn something you truly love, but you’ll also be able to get out and socialize, move your body, occupy your time with something that makes you happy, and in a healthy way, stimulate the brain’s endorphin production.
You are a human, and people make errors. However, you are a sentient being composed of flesh and blood. You both think and feel. With your two hands, you can move and make things. Humans have the ability to alter the course of history simply by using their bodies and minds. And in that regard, you are unquestionably more powerful than any liquid or powdered chemical concoction.
