Spiraling into a Pit

[SuperCloud]

I am spiraling out of control in my addictions. Everything seems nearly hopeless. I do feel there is some tiny hope, but only a fraction of hope.

In need of prayers if you have them to give.

 

[Tigger45]

Lord have mercy.

 

[SuperCloud]

Thank you.

 

[brinny]

Praying, brother...

 

[Mrs_RC]

Dear SuperCloud.

If prayers are what you feel will help you and comfort you then that's a good thing. There seem to be plenty of those on offer....

If you are acknowledging that you are spiraling then you clearly are self aware enough to know you need real and practical help through immediately tangible sources. And if you fear spiraling then you clearly have something to lose.

If you are of a religious mind, could you seek counselling and guidance through a church? - but only if it has a specialism in substance abuse.

I feel for you, and probably understand what you're feeling, though I wouldn't presume since we haven't yet developed a personal relationship.

Depending on where you are and what your resources are, I would suggest that you call a helpline straight away. Every country has them, just Google it! They can't and won't fix anything straight away, but you will talk to a friendly, compassionate and empathetic person straight away who won't judge you or try to explain away your troubles. They'll listen , just listen, and help you find your next steps.

You can do it....

Love, Mrs RC

 

[Autumnleaf]

Don't give up until you reach Step 1.

We admitted we were powerless over our addiction – that our lives had become unmanageable.

http://alcoholrehab.com/addiction-recovery/importance-of-step-1-in-alcoholics-anonymous/

 

[Sadiegrl]

I am spiraling out of control in my addictions. Everything seems nearly hopeless. I do feel there is some tiny hope, but only a fraction of hope.

In need of prayers if you have them to give.

Hi SuperCloud,

Thanks for reaching out, its the first sign of readiness to be free of the addictions. I know how you're feeling...I've been deep in the pits of addictions and once upon a time wished for death. Thank God He had other plans for me. First things, these addictions are too strong for you to battle alone. We are not stronger than the devil and his demons, but praise God Jesus already conquered them. What that means for us is simply that we need to enter into His victory. I know this sounds a bit mysterious, as it truly is a mystery how it all works. But works it does! In a similar fashion that you have surrendered or given up to these addictions and let them brutally rule your life...you must surrender your past, present, and future to Christ. He is the only one who can and will save you from those sins you were doomed to keep repeating. All it takes from you is a quiet whisper of prayer to Christ, even if His name is all you can muster, and He will be there. Allow yourself to have trust and hope in someone greater than yourself and watch how your life changes. I'm living proof...most people that know me would never even have guessed about my past and the obstacles I've overcome thanks to Christ. If there was hope for me, theres hope for you...in Christ. As soon as we decide that we can handle it and take it from here, we fool ourselves and in our own power attempt to defeat something far greater than us.

I had to go to rehab and tried for years different meetings, but honestly what helped me the most was a recovery group called CR for celebrate recovery and it is a Christ centered group where true healing happens because you are around others who want help and are getting it through Christ. The small groups which were NOT Co-ed, helped me tremendously...to talk about terrible things that happened to me and to let it go with people I didn't really know but knew they didn't judge and had their own stories to share. I then joined the more in depth 12 step program that helped me greatly as well. To create friendships with like-minded people, who wanted to be free as well...thats key. Being around old friends or family that use or enable your addictions is one thing to put an end to. Out of love for them and yourself you can distance yourself and allow Christ to recreate you. If you don't have a Bible, the church can get you one, but also Biblegateway.com has every translation and its easy to read on your phone. I really like my Bible that is the Message version with parallel NIV...honestly reading my Bible changed me faster than any other self-help or meeting ever could.

Praying for you and hope to hear some good news back!
<3

 

[SuperCloud]

Thanks for your kind words, Sadiegrl. And I especially thank you for adding your prayers. I can always use additional prayers.

Things are on the upswing for me now. I've got some things going on now too--in a positive sense--that's all working towards my improvement as a man (or at least I hope so).

 

[Sadiegrl]

Thats great! And always remember that fellowship is important! If you're feeling like you can't cope, ask for help and prayer. Even if all you can offer to God is a weak plea for help, He won't overlook it and will be there to help.

Blessings

 

[Jenngries]

Hey there,

Coming from someone who's been there, you are in my prayers.