amra

I have problems with binge drinking and gambling.

With drinking, I end up hurting myself and people I care about. I don’t drink often, but when I do, there are many times when I just cannot say when. I find myself often doing things I regret. I find I tend to alienate people, sometimes purposely, sometimes not.

The gambling is another issue, and when I gamble I drink. I realize they’re both an escape from something, be it loneliness or my life.

I don’t want to live like this any longer. I would like to live the remainder of my life happy, and I cannot ever remembering being happy.

Phinneas

Welcome to SR, amra.

You've made a good start by recognizing your patterns and what you want to stop doing. And you've come to a great place for information and support. Now, how do you plan to stop?

Glad you're here!

indigo

Welcome to SR it's a good place to find yourself.

indigo

CarolD

Hi and Welcome to SR!

Rowan

Welcome, Amra! Please keep reading and posting. You don't have to do this alone.

Rowan

Aysha

Hi Amra..Glad you are here.
Look around..there is alot of info here.
Hope to see you alot.

amra

Thank you all.

I know I have to work the steps and I know I have to take one day at a time and not look past that. I have the most difficult time opening up to people and asking for help. I never feel like I belong, I've always felt like an outsider looking in.

Rowan

You don't have to feel that way anymore, Amra. I understand completely the feelings of being an outsider - but that has changed for me, finally. Stick around - you've done a great thing by reaching out and asking for help.