I have mentioned previously that I have an addictive personality, and today, I want to talk more about that. I don’t want to talk about some of these things, but I feel that I have to and should. If being uncomfortable and relaying some embarrassing things helps any of you beat your struggle, then this video is absolutely worth it.
Issues with Alcohol, Nicotine, and Porn
One of the most challenging steps is acknowledging what you’re struggling with and needing to fix. Sometimes we rationalize that we are not as bad off as other people, but it doesn’t matter. If you have something negatively affecting your life, you need to deal with it. Case in point — my destructive relationship with alcohol, nicotine, and pornography, which I go into detail about in this video.
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Saying ‘Goodbye’
Bizarrely, when you quit something you love doing or that you did even though you knew it was wrong for you. It’s almost like you’re losing a friend. It’s been there for you, you did it, and it helped you in some weird way. When you finally say ‘goodbye,’ it’s like you’re saying goodbye to somebody — like someone died. If I’m being honest, there’s a sadness to it. That being said, the aspect I am most proud of myself for doing was being able to quit chewing tobacco. I never in a million years thought I was going to be able to do it — it had such an incredibly toxic grip on me.
Every single one of us, including myself, is one or two bad decisions from being broken, homeless, or having your life ruined. That fear keeps me in check. Today, I have a much better relationship with alcohol — I drink responsibly, having one or two and not frequently.
Acknowledgement BEFORE irreparable damage
The first step is acknowledging that you have an issue affecting your life. You don’t have to be broke, homeless, or in the gutter with a needle in your arm. It’s not about hitting rock bottom. It’s about acknowledging that there’s something that could potentially lead you somewhere dark and not good. Acknowledge it BEFORE you get to that point where everyone has left you. Acknowledge it and do something about it. You are worth it, and doing the hard work will make your life better. Look in the mirror and resolve to make that change.
