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Hi, I'm harry1978! I have spina bifida, and am recovering from addiction. Can anyone relate?

Hey im harry I have spina bifida n om a blues guitarist who's in recovery from alcohol n cocaine just wondered anyone else go down that road im clean n sober 2 years
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Congratulations on your 2 year sobriety- what a fantastic achievement
I like blues music, but I don't listen to it enough. What's your favourite blues song? Another user started a thread on music that you might like to join in with.
I can see that you've made another discussion that looks like it covers the same points as this one, so I've deleted it. I've moved this post into the disabled people category too.
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Well done fantastic work being clean for 2 years keep up the good work
Not aware of other members in the same situation but I am sure there will be members who can support you
Well done fantastic work being clean for 2 years keep up the good work
Not aware of other members in the same situation but I am sure there will be members who can support you
Most people do need a distraction from pain or other problems. We all react in a different way but it's important for us to find constructive, rather than destructive ways to help us make our way forward.
Thankfully, I find solace in my artwork, though I've been feeling very unwell for several months now and have not been able to do much at all.
I'm sure that your positive way forwards lies in your musical talents. I'm very impressed that you can play the guitar!!!! I hope you find ways to connect with other musicians and make good use of your gifts.
I had a problem with drinking. I was drinking to cope with my issues - about 18 months ago I was drinking about a bottle of spirits a night. I am not teetotal. I still drink but I drink for enjoyment now, not out of necessity. I probably drink a little bit more than I should even now, but I enjoy it and I don’t have much other pleasure in my life, so I am not too worried. I have never touched drugs because I know if I did I would have a problem with them, just like I did with the drink. I’m scared of them basically.
Ah apologies @Oxonlady! I couldn't see any any comments on there when I deleted the discussion, so it must not have updated yet. I've restored the previous discussion, which is here.
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