The Sobriety Chronicles
Hello everyone! If you don’t already know, let me introduce myself.
My name is Heidi….and I’m an addict.
After a very turbulent ride of troubled adolescence up into my younger adult years experiencing hardships tied to substance abuse, mental health, traumatic loss, domestic violence, and just overall destructive internal conflicts, I have now made it a part of my life's purpose to share my story, and the things I have learned along the way with others. As a message of hope, guidance, or relatable support. I believe there is never pain without a far greater purpose. So, with that being said… this is my story.
Welcome to my life.
“Once you quit using and you allow yourself to heal, you slowly start to realize just how sick you really were.”
Writing has always been something I enjoyed. Not professionally, but on my own accord. The countless years I spent battling demons, and my chronic drug habit I still managed to always keep a pen and paper with me. I have kept every single journal I have ever had. Most sit in a pile in my spare bedroom storage area. Once in a blue moon I find myself digging back through them. It’s always a very humbling experience, to go back and reflect on truly how much has changed for me.
Thank the Lord for that.
“The path isn’t a straight line. It’s a spiral. You continually come back to things you thought you understood and see deeper truths.”
Writing has been an amazing outlet for me over the course of my life. It has helped me tremendously in countless areas. I still actively journal every single day.
The journal entries I will be sharing are one’s that have never been seen or read before by anyone other than myself. Before today, I had zero intentions of ever sharing them. My hope in sharing my personal testimony and unique trials is to provide insight on the true horrors, emotions, and obstacles we as addicts face. It is my hope that those who can relate on any level, gain a sense of inspiration or can reestablish their sense of faith. If this addict can work her way up out of the trenches, so can you. No one is ever too far gone. No one is ever a lost cause.
These journals will always have a special place in my heart and hold exponential significance.
“We can only keep what we have by giving it away.”
These journal entries are the raw truth of what my everyday life entailed. For the sake of others anonymity specific names will be changed; otherwise, the entries that I will be sharing are 100% unfiltered, unedited, and the completely transparent version of all the things I experienced as an active user.
Disclaimer: The content of this blog may discuss sensitive topics that could be distressing to some readers. The discussions are intended for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in need of support, please contact a professional healthcare provider.
Trigger Warning: Please be advised that the following content contains topics that may trigger adverse emotional responses in some individuals. This includes discussions about drug use, domestic violence, self-harm, and sexual relations. Reader discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with these issues, support is available:
For self-harm concerns, contact the National Helpline at 800-662-HELP (4357) or visit FindTreatment.gov
For domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE)
For sexual assault, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 (HOPE)
For mental health crises, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org
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