So you are in recovery. That’s great. But do not presume that because you are partway through your 12 steps that you have the right to judge others (addicts or not). You are the addict, you sold drugs, you stole, you’ve been to jail, you court the drama and when you don’t get your way you cry, lie and manipulate. Don’t condescend to others when they struggle with their challenges. You have a long road to travel yourself. —Tired of the Crap
This article appears in Aug 30 – Sep 5, 2012.
OP, he is taking action, you aren’t.
the worst fucking ones are the smokers who were able to finally stop. fuck me, there are some people who just can’t do it. i am one of those that can’t. i have tried every fucking thing going, acupuncture, hypnosis, lozenges, patches, you fucking name it.
to those that have quit, good for you, just don’t try to rub those that didn’t/can’t noses in your smug fucking attitude. some people would love to choke the life out of you assholes.
but getting back to this addictive thing. some people steal, screw, smoke, or do dope. it really isn’t there fault, and we should be trying our damndest to get them help, or maybe even lend a hand to help them.
now i’m not saying a serial rapist is right, but you have to look deep to find out why this person does this shit, same with all other addictions.
Just give buddy an overdose, case closed.
The “Asshole” gene is dominant in addicts. It doesn’t go away just because they manage to kick the garbage. It merely finds a new outlet.
Assholes are assholes. Some are addicts, some are not.
it’s even worse when you’re hooked on the so aptly named, ‘depressants’…
I’m with GV, at least the guy is trying OB. What are you doing?
The AA bunch have an agenda which is supposed to be a very significant part of their Recovery. They are to Witness, if you will, to other drunks about how they USED to be and how wonderful life is for them now. All good and well. They are missing one main component IN SOME CASES when the addict is not yet ready. Then they need to back off and let the drinker be. Although I have seen a few people who WERE REady and took the advice and now are sober so I guess it fits where it hits. If you don’t want to quit tell the AA person so politely and then walk away. No one is forcing anything down your throat but I know how you feel. When the fine day comes when YOU Want to quit for YOu, then You will be interested until then it is a pain. The old saying comes to mind: Never try to teach a pig to dance, you are wasting your time and making the pig mad. End of it.
I agree OP. Heal thyself before trying to heal others.
Addiction is for weak people with no self control. I feel no obligation to feel bad for someone who used drugs every day until they became physically adicted.
interesting statement…
and while it may not be drugs or alcohol,
I’m willing to bet there’s something you’re addicted to Harper….
and I’d bet a lot on it. Hate to say but we’re all creatures of habit.