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WestCoastSurfGod t1_j0o5smd wrote

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Unfortunately addiction has less to do with the substance and more to do with emotional pain. The opposite of addiction is human connection.

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PresentationJumpy101 t1_j0o9kwh wrote

Kind of a vicious cycle right, emotional pain increases the desire to use, the substance itself causes structural changes…sober brings intense discomfort, use again…

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WestCoastSurfGod t1_j0o9w8t wrote

Until you’re tired of it and you want to do something different. Process the pain, heal, surround yourself with uplifting people, learn coping skills, take up new hobbies. Unlearning bad habits and practicing good ones.

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