Hi timeforsleep,

I wanted to share that there is hope. I know people who drank for 30 years and quit. I drank for 6 years. For me it started at 21 when I moved out. At first it started on a social level, then I was using it to sleep, then I had to have it every day. I smoked pot if it was there, but alcohol was my thing.

I battled depression all through that. I went to a crisis center one weekend because I was afraid I'd end it. I was never honest about my drinking and they tried putting me on meds but the didn't work because I drank on them.

I found PsychCentral in 2004 because I was extremely depressed and unhappy in a relationship. I truly believe that the 6 months I spent here before I got sober saved my life through that horrid depression.

Now that I'm sober and work a program, I have another solution to life that doesn't involve substance abuse. I'm happier than I've ever ever been!!!

Its possible for anyone to get sober, no matter what. If you truly want to get sober, you can and you will. Welcome to PC and I'm so glad you found us! Post questions often and we can help.


Rayna