Sometimes, it happens really quickly. A few things kind of turned against us and before we know it, we are coping in ways we used to see as acceptable and comforting.
But they aren’t
When you are descending, the time for reflection becomes poignant. You’ve been here before. You’ve felt this before. You are still in control.
Not everything is a disaster. Sometimes, things feel like a complete catastrophe. Sometimes, we don’t know where we are or how we got here. What the hell lead us to be in this position? The reality is, we’ve had choices along the way which would have helped lead us elsewhere.
Recognize your part in your descent. Shit fucking happens. Deal with it.
I recognize my part in my descent. And I also recognize the choices I have to help me back out.
Don’t give up, or you may fall further. You’ve been there and you’ve been here! You’re literally on the edge, any progress you’ve made is up for contention. Fight for it! Do not make the same mistakes which lead you down this hole. Every step on the descent is a choice to turn around.
Every step during the descent provides an opportunity to turn around.
Choose. Right now.
What do I want and how will I get it?
The Addiction Paradox 