This isn't easy

[Jimbuna]

Originally Posted by thorn69

I beat that bear years ago Sailor Steve and haven't ever looked back. But as the song in the link explains, it's the simple things in life that he's going to have to focus on not losing. There's really nothing anybody can do for him. Encouragement is nice but it only takes you so far. He's going to have to face his demons and fight to get back what Satan has taken from him. I wish him the best of luck in his endeavors. I just wanted to let him know that it is possible as I have been there myself. It just takes a hell of a lot of self control and focus. Eventually, most of the things he's lost will come back to him. Of course there's some things that can never be replaced and will be gone forever. He'll just have to accept that. Those will be the scars he will one day use to remind himself of where he was and where he is now. At least life gives you opportunities to start new relationships and start over with a clean slate. This is just the beginning of his rebirth. Best of luck to him.

^+10

Admitting you have a condition is the first hurdle to overcome.

I've known a few colleagues similar to yourself and those who came to the realisation of their problem and sought out advice and support came out the other end quite well.

Sadly, those who didn't simply plodded on (one died).

You've passed the first hurdle and I'm confident you'll continue progressing positively.

I wish you all the luck in the world sir

[Betonov]

No shame in determination to free yourself from this curse and admitance is the first step

Good luck

[DarkFish]

Good luck mate

[UnderseaLcpl]

Originally Posted by Lord_magerius

Right I'm an alcoholic

Then you're in good company! Well, maybe not good company, but at least relatively tolerable (I hope) company. I've been an alcoholic for four years and counting, though most wouldn't know it, since I'm pretty off anyways.

You have nothing to apologize for, and if you ever want to talk about it please feel free to PM me or post a question to me here. Other than that, best of luck with the recovery.