hearmenow
Well-Known Member
Well done, caste! You are an inspiration to others. Fortunately, I've never had an issue with alcohol or any other vice.......except pot and that's been a vice for probably the last 4 years.
I've come to the conclusion that happiness is a state of mind. We all have the power to be "happy" no matter what our circumstances. I'm also going through a rough period and I've been down the last couple days but I also am a strong believer in the mantra that what doesn't kill us, makes us stronger.
One small story for you: back in 1999, my ex-wife was 6 months pregnant with our baby and I was about to close on our new home. The day before I was to close on our home, my boss let me go. The day before! With a 6 month pregnant wife! Needless to say, this was a very dark day in my life. To make a long story short, I was unemployed for 6 weeks but when I did land my new job, it was at a much higher salary, better perks and an annual bonus. Looking back now, losing my job actually helped me in the long run, even though I'm since divorced and changed companies 4 times. But that's another story.........
I've come to the conclusion that happiness is a state of mind. We all have the power to be "happy" no matter what our circumstances. I'm also going through a rough period and I've been down the last couple days but I also am a strong believer in the mantra that what doesn't kill us, makes us stronger.
One small story for you: back in 1999, my ex-wife was 6 months pregnant with our baby and I was about to close on our new home. The day before I was to close on our home, my boss let me go. The day before! With a 6 month pregnant wife! Needless to say, this was a very dark day in my life. To make a long story short, I was unemployed for 6 weeks but when I did land my new job, it was at a much higher salary, better perks and an annual bonus. Looking back now, losing my job actually helped me in the long run, even though I'm since divorced and changed companies 4 times. But that's another story.........
I know what you mean. Untill a few months ago, I had only tried pot 1 time in high school. I'm 36 now. I got to the point where I drank every day to cope with problems. I tried to quit many times, but always gave in to the urge. I drank a 12 pack every day. I couldn't even get through one day without giving into the urge. I didn't think AA was for me so I did some research. I found some information online that said that in some people marijauna eased withdrawel from alcohol and opiats. Well I ordered some seeds, joined this site, and now I don't drink. I've never been happier. After my first harvest, I would smoke a small amount when I would crave a beer. It cured my cravings. Now I usually smoke just before I lay down for bed at night. Its a really nice way to fall asleep. No one has any idea (except my wife, and she is cool with it) that I smoke. Nor do I know anyone else who smokes. Anyway, I have rambled long enough. I'm just glad that its working for you.