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So I've relapsed for the umpteenth time and it couldn't have come at a worse time. I thought it would help me cope, but, of course, it backfired. I'm still dealing with my issues, but now I have another problem. It's just a lot to deal with. My mom just had heart surgery so I'm looking after her, my health isn't too good either. I have horrible allergies. My arm is covered in a rash and my breathing sucks to say the least from Allergic Asthma. I need to get sober, but it would be hard right now.

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mrmonk

You've got a lot on your plate, man. Is there anyone in your circle who can help care for your mom?

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Justsomedude in reply to mrmonk

Not like she needs right now. She needs someone here with here around the clock. Definitely a lot on my plate.

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Justsomedude in reply to mrmonk

Just realized that said “a mother problem”, lol. I meant another problem. Then, I mention mom so it’s harder to see it’s a typo. Looks like I’m dismissing her situation or thinking of her as a burden or something. Just noticed.

I hope you and your mothers health gets better, and it's nice that you look after her even while trying to manage your own issues.

I admit too that I drink to numb out my issues. I love drinking, if I'm being honest, but I don't socially drink. I drink about a couple times, or more, a night, and always drink alone.

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Thank you for reaching out. She's always been there for me so it really is the least I can do. I hope that you can overcome the drinking before it gets too bad. That's how I started out. It also led to most of the relapses I've experienced. Just be careful. Thanks again.

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Kat63

It’s so hard to give up something like alcohol when you’re at a time in your life when bad things are happening.

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Justsomedude in reply to Kat63

Yeah, it is. For me, it's pills, but yeah.. same principle. Just never enough.

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JAYnLA

Hey Justsomedude. I've been sober for 22 years. If you want to private message me please do. Hang in there bud.

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Justsomedude in reply to JAYnLA

Thank you. I will soon.

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brettedwardcory

Hey brother!

Bless you. Thank you for sharing and posting on here. Lots of prayers going your way.

-BC

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