Hello Dear @conradt
It is wonderful to see you here again. Thank you for this great comment! I was particularly drawn to this part:
Although I was happy to register that I had a problem with drinking and managed to stop it has taken me a long time to accept that it was an addiction.
And I do think you delivered the right way to make sense of this "it is a societal thing". I have heard over and over again things such as "bad" addictions and "good" addictions. As for the latter, an example is workaholics. But, this is just because society deems it more acceptable; or, perhaps, even something to look up to! When, in reality, it also brings devastating consequences to individuals and families.
I do think it is important to cultivate self-awareness when it comes to addiction. Knowing you have a proneness to it puts yourself in advantage and motivates you to engage in healthier activities, leaving you less likely to deal with temptations, which are so difficult to resist!
I am glad to hear you enjoyed reading this post.
All the best & Take Care :)
I agree some addictions just have a more negativity attached to them - unfortunately it just how it is - I think if I was a workaholic no one would have a problem with that at all!
yes unfortunately for me I have to accept that I am more prone to addictions and have to be careful. Well maybe in a way I am fortunate that I have realised this at such a young age (im 30!) - some people go there whole lives not being able to admit they have addiction problem and it destroys lives.
Life is better without alcohol for me. Less complicated.
I look forward to reading your next post!