mike540

hi my names mike and im in recovery right now ive been through 2 treatment centers and the first one didnt really help i went right back to using meth again and this second one i thought i had it but i've been really tempted to use i havent gotten high in like 5 months and i dont wanta throw all that away just for a few hours of "supposed happiness" but ive been getting really bad cravings lately i just want some advice on what i should do...

Dan

Hi Mike,
Have you tried spending some time with some clean and sober addicts?
Everytime I get stupid thoughts of using or drinking, and none of my self defense tools seem to work, I make a phonecall.
Just talking about it to another addict helps me get the focus off of my obsessive thoughts. For me, it works everytime.
Glad you joined us Mike

best

NA and the support of others who know where you are at because they have been there could be one of the best things for you.
Work through the steps one moment at a time if need be. Take things a day at a time. You can get through a day. Meetings, outreach, talking things out with others... find things to keep your hands busy and your mind off the temptation.
Congratulations on the clean time. Keep up the good work.

WeDoRecover

Pray to whatever you believe in for the thoughts to be lifted. Worked for me.

mike540

yeah thanks for the advice guys i had a lot of time to think about it and i just kept myself at home to keep away from people who want to get me high thank you for your suggestions they really helped...

Mike---Addict

ButterflyChaser

Hey Mike I am recovering from Meth also, just go to a meeting, be around sober people! I know whatcha going through man, it's gonna get easier though!