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Old 07-15-2007, 09:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Hollywoooood View Post
And I know I'm addicted, but I've never stole money, sold my things, or done any other stupid or "crackhead movements" for coke. I used my own money everytime, or friends would let me hit for free (I never did it alone, it was always a social thing). I think I can do it, all my friends think I can do it, and have no problem with me getting off it (a lot of my friends want to get off it as well now that I've mentioned I'm quiting to them). I know I have enough will-power to stay off it, and I'll never hit alone (I've had large amounts in my closet before, and it's stayed in their untouched for days because none of my friends that hit were around, and I would feel like a "head" if I did it alone, which I never wanna be)....And I made a mistake in my last post, I've been smoking weed again, just to mellow me out whenever I think about snorting (been drinking too, but I did both these things before I started coke). I'd rather drink and smoke, than hit anyday.

Just one more little thing I wanted to mention: no drug ever affected my school work. I graduated in the 4 years, and on one exam, I snorted right before I went in to write it, I hadn't studied at all for it, and I ended up with the highest mark on the exam :P go figure.
To everyone trying to help Hollywood: I'm sure most of you guys in recovery have said almost exactly the same words at one time or another, right? "I never did this or that." or "I think I can do it...my friends will help me." Or how about this one - "Oh...weed and drinking aren't my problem, it's only the other stuff."

Although I must give him much credit for attempting to get help, it's apparent that his denial runs deep (and almost rightfully so). In the early stages of our own addictions, were we so willing to listen to the advice of others? Let alone follow that advice?

Health
Wealth
Youth and
Brains

The 4 things that keep addicts from obtaining succesful recovery. As long as we have these factors still working for us, we will always rationalize and justify our behavior. He hasn't experienced a bottom yet and believes himself unique. If he is truly an addict...it's only a matter of time before he surrenders. Our experience and our stories bear witness, yet, he has to see for himself. God willing, if he survives.

Hollywood, do whatever you think is best for you. Just remember that help is always available when and if you need it. You don't have to do it alone.

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