The old "dry drunk" term. I hated that because I felt it demeaning. Yet inside, I would go through times when I acted as if I was still using.
I think it is not the term I hated, but the way it was said. Almost like name-calling by some. It wasn't until I had a very understanding friend that opened my eyes to what it actually meant.
I have since learned there are certain behaviors I need to look out for. If I catch them early, apply my secular program, I can break that cycle.