Meth Addict

Question: I was a meth addict for 25 years and i would like to help others in my shoes! any suggestions?

(Posted by: ☼ GƖơώ ✞ Ѡɪηǥs ☼ on 2008-04-19 18:02:05)

I am a recovered meth addict . I used 'without intervention for 25 years. I wish to use this negaeive experience in a positive way, but I don't know how! Enlighten me! I was never arrested, therefore; never received any intervention, but God's! It doesn't matter how long I have been clean(6mos). I know in my heart it is gone and I have all the resistance, if I need it, through Him! What a truly wonderful feeling that is and I am oh- so thankful! Praise God I wish to thank everyone for responding so positively to my question. I appreciate your answers more than you could know! Since I was not ever arrested or voluntarily admitted to a program, I have no connections with society on these matters. It was only through God that I received intervention. How would I approach them, if they would not think me crazy?

Posted by: Muah ha ha on 2008-04-19, 18:07:24

You can help counsel others who had the problem, and you don't need a degree for that. Volunteer at a homeless shelter or a church that helps the homeless , a lot of them are addicted, and be there for the people who need someone understanding. If it is possible you could go to school and council others for a living. Awesome job on quitting!!

Posted by: ajrcltmar2 on 2008-04-19, 18:06:37

Try your local support groups I'm sure you can help people there. and congrats on the sobriety.

Posted by: fungirltohavearound on 2008-04-19, 18:09:09

Well first of all congratulations on your recovery. I know that sh*t is tough to kick and without help....virtually impossible. I would first maybe look up some rehab centers in your area and give them a call about coming in and taking to people trying to kick the habit....or maybe even contact your local law enforcement agency about going along with an officer to a D.A.R.E program they do at schools.... things like that will get your foot in the door and open up different avenues to take. Good luck and once again congratulations! §Jodee§

Posted by: T.J.'s Girl on 2008-04-19, 18:11:47

Start a program for people with a similar issue, like the N.A./ A.A organizations do. Speak to different churches... most of them will allow meetings of this sort to be held on their premises. Or, if you can afford it, buy a house specifically for this purpose. Print up flyers, spread your intentions by word of mouth, post it in grocery stores or wherever possible. GO to NA/ AA meetings, and when they ask about any announcements, stand up, introduce yourself, and let it be known that way. I'm a recovering heroin addict... was addicted for 23-25 years, myself. Have 19 months clean, thank God. I go to meetings. Good luck toyou, and I hope you suceed. Congrats on being clean!!

Posted by: Ernie on 2008-04-19, 18:18:33

How long are you clean. Your sobriety is the most imprtant thing so if it was a temptation to use again that you shouldnt do it. If you are ok with that, than go to NA meetings and offer to be a sponsor. Or visit your local communities drug prevention/ youth counseling organization. Check with the local high school, maybe you could be a mentor (if you dont have any criminal record). It is so wonderful that youwant to share your story. Many many families and recovering addicts will be encouraged by your story.

Posted by: ghost on 2008-04-20, 15:03:28

Volunteer at local homeless shelters. Show up to meetings at NA and become a sponsor to a young person who is trying to kick the habit.

Posted by: stranger on 2008-04-20, 15:51:55

Look into being a counselor.