Hi Kara
I think it definitely does get easier - look around at all the folks here who have rebuilt their lives.
None of would be here if it didn't get better
I was an alcoholic and a pothead. I know, in my case, I needed to make a lot of changes in my life - I was hanging with some bad people and in bad places.
I needed support too - SR is a great step forward in that direction.
A lot of people here find real life support in recovery groups like NA and the like too, so that might be another option to check out - it's easier when you know you're not alone I think
We also have a substance abuse forum you may be interested in
Substance Abuse - SoberRecovery : Alcoholism Drug Addiction Help and Information
Welcome to SR
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