Addiction

Almost everyone has a natural inclination to relieve stress. However, the methods you choose to unwind may not be the healthiest or most advantageous. Substance abuse was never something you thought you would be grappling with. Drugs or alcohol used to be a way for you to relax and unwind after a long day at work.

At first, a glass of wine or a little marijuana was enough to help you loosen up and unwind. But, somewhere down the line, one drink turned into multiple, and it began to feel like you couldn't function without it. You realized that too much of your time was spent thinking about getting high or drunk, and you started to suspect you might have a problem.

As a result, you're putting all your efforts into staying sober. You're usually able to resist the urge to use, but certain people and places can trigger you, and your sobriety feels like it's on unstable ground at times.

It's critical for you to learn how to handle stress without relying on drugs or alcohol, but you've discovered that staying clean makes you extremely irritable. Your loved ones have noticed that you seem more present and clear-headed since you decided to get sober, and you want to keep your relationship with them healthy and strong.

You've reached a point where you're ready to live a life without relying on substances.