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FELLA26

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Want Give Up Cocaine
Posted: 11-20-07 01:42am

i have had enough now really i think done it for ten years for no other reason than it was dangerous when you are young, my rock n roll star heros used to advocate it and so many successful people knew did it - it helped me make business contacts and has helped me grow my business by sharing the drug with people

i got arrogant with it, reasonably successful at a young age i use to get frustrated working with older people i didnt respect and thought i always knew best, i just liked get totally out of it after work and weekends - plus when i was at footballm it seems everyone was doing it
now i want to settle down with my girlfriend not waste my money on it

ho do i approach this?
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Inferior_Decorator

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Joined: 20 Nov 2007
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Posted: 11-20-07 09:43am

Hi there,

I'd like to first congratulate you on your desire to give up coke. It's the very first step in taking control of your life and recovery. In the beginning you may be in a total state of denial as to the extent of your problem with cocaine. Right now it sounds as if you're seeing it as a problem, but not an additction. Cocaine is agressively addictive and you may be in deeper than you realize, seeing as you've been using for years. There are a ton of online "tests" you can take to determine your "status". Google "am I addicted"...take a few tests.

As with any substance abuse addiction, it takes continual working at your "quit". First, make an appointment with your doctor and lay out all the cards on the table. Be brutally honest about your cocaine use. He not only will check you out physically, but be able to direct you to help within your area.

Join NA (narcotics anonymous) or CA (Cocaine Anonymous).....these are 12 step programs designed much like AA, but more specialized to your problem. The statistics show that without the support of programs like these, the chances of quitting cocaine on your own is slim to none. These groups are available worldwide, are free, and also online (once again google). You may find yourself shunning them saying "that's not for me" but they're helped millions "get clean". If you only go for the support alone, it will help.

You may not have hit what they call "rock bottom" yet...the lowest point any type of addiction must reach before the person has had enough and ready to give quitting a committed attempt....but your post tells me you're well on your way there. Don't under-estimate the power cocaine has, it's much stronger than you realize. It claims all types of people, not just those on the street, but people such as yourself...cocaine holds no prejudice.

At very least check these programs out....arm yourself with at least the knowledge that help is available in many forms and programs, so that when the time comes that you're ready to deal with it, you'll know where to go.

I wish you all the best in your journey....you CAN do this.
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CarolDiane

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Posted: 11-21-07 12:35pm

You've made the first step and that is to want to quit. Next step is to set down and really think about the reason why. Setteling down is a good enough reason for me.
Planning a future drug free is a wonderful goal. It will not be easy since you have been doing it for such a long time. The more you indulge, the harder it is to stop. You can try this on your own. My own son did it on his own so I know it can be done. But there are some that just can't make it and have to except the fact of a meth clinic. If it comes to that, just be careful. But, if you set your mind on your future goals and keep them in priority, I think you will do just fine.
Only thing is, your going to have to give up the peers that you were hanging around with that do cocaine. That is one of the biggest things of importance. It's like picking up that first drink. Don't do it! Think of your girl and the future you want to have and let that lead you to recovery.
If it comes to facility rehab, then so be it. You will thank yourself for the rest of you life. And write down how much money each week you have saved (keep a log) and that will also give you some motivation.
From the bottom of my heart, I wish you the very best of luck. You can do it and you will do it.

If there is anyway I can help, feel free to PM me anytime. I am a moderator of this forum now and welcome any cry for help I can get my hands on.

Carrie
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Mommy35

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Posted: 11-24-07 20:28pm

Congrats to you for making this decision. Your girl must be someone very special.
Like MsCarrie said, you won't be able to chum with your peers that you have done coke with. You shouldn't go to places that you have done coke in, and don't do things that you may associate using with. All of these things are going to be triggers and it will be very difficult to avoid the urge to use. I'm sure you know one line is never enough, so don't put yourself in a position to have to say NO, because chances are you won't be able to.
You can do this without other drugs like Meth. Set your eye on your goal and go for it. It won't be easy, but there are a lot of people out there who have beat this very addictive habit. You can too.
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