Coping with emotional upsets without reaching for a drink... that's what we are all searching for.
Castlefan. Don't listen to the voice that is telling you not to use internet support. Don't listen to the voice that tells you that what some angry anonymous person says to you can hurt you that deeply.
One angry, bitter voice... hundreds of supportive caring voices. Who are you going to listen to? I wonder whether the angry voice got through because you feel bad about yourself and what they said confirms your negative feelings?
You can always PM me if someone upsets you.We will get some perspective together.