To anyone struggling this weekend: hang in there. Sharing a bit of my daily battle today.

Good evening everyone. I wanted to put some positive energy out there and wish this community a good weekend. If you are struggling right now, try to hang in there. You are worth fighting for. If you’re still out there drinking, try to stay safe, and if you’re trying to stay dry but white-knuckling it, just know it gets tough but you can show up for yourself.

I’m sharing this because I struggle day in and day out too. Even though I’m 5 years drug-free and coming up on 1 year sober from alcohol, I’m still dealing with acting the exact same way I did at my worst. It’s crazy—sometimes you’d think I was still drinking and drugging based on my daily habits. I’m constantly having to self-evaluate why it’s so hard to break the sickness of those old ways.

One funny thing that actually helps me get through the hardest mental challenges is talking out loud to myself. People might think I’m crazy when they see me doing it, lol, but it works for me.Try to have a good weekend, everyone.

Much love and respect to you all, and thank you for letting me share.