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#RI-6a7aaf17·4 months ago·
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I started drinking to cope with unhappiness

I've been stuck in a cycle of drinking and numbing myself from emotions

What I wish I knew
"I wish I knew why I'm powerless over alcohol"
If I could tell you one thing
"Seek help before it ruins your life"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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