How do you cope with abstinence the long term? (~200 days clean)
Hey guys,
I know this community is more about the quitting part - but some people stay around even after successfully quitting the green sludge.
So maybe I can get some inspiration from those who successfully quit the long run and inspire those who are in the process.
I once again quit „successfully“ last year (194 days ago).
I do have a long on and off (more on than off) story with Kratom (about 10y +).
I still do struggle with life in general - previously I was coping with Kratom.
Mostly it’s boredom, lack of energy, sometimes pain & anxiety.
I know most times the advice is „stay busy“ - but honestly speaking I’m busy.
I do work 50 to 60h a week (5days) in my job.
On weekends I normally do some forestry work - cutting down trees, lots of manual labour, splitting wood ….
But 5 minutes in bed, even after a hardcore workout day, I do get anxious and somehow wanna cope with it.
Currently I’m not anywhere close to relapse - but from experience, I know, this could happen.
Additionally I still have sleep issues - quiet bad - anyone did have the same issue even ~200days later?
I always do ask myself if it’s still some paws or it’s just me and I do need some further help.
Unfortunately that’s not as easy and I do fear the impact on my regular life if I reach for psychological help.
How do you deal with „normal“ daily anxiety during life without any substance?
Any tips beside „stay busy“?