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Aaron Marino of alpha m. introduces viewers to Tony. Normally, we are talking about light issues, but today we are talking about addiction. Alpha feels that this topic is vital to discuss on IAmAlphaM. People need to see that guys like us struggle with dependency and it’s okay.
Tony discusses his decision to become sober (stop using pain pills and alcohol). He is a recovering addict. Everything was aces for Tony during and after college. Thereafter, he got painkillers for migraines. He started to ‘like’ it, and it was a great feeling. It helped the pain and gave him a buzz. He got to the point that he was married with kids and worked a lot of hours at a successful career. He started developing a void that got greater and greater. Then he hit rock bottom where he couldn’t take it anymore. He had hid it from anyone, but ultimately he discussed everything with his wife.
How do you know that you have a problem?
You have problem when you become powerless. A normal person can go out and have a good time. They move on. Other people have no power once they have the first drink or pill. They can blackout, have terrible consequences, and have regretful behavior. Once that happens on a continual basis, it’s too much for someone to handle. If continuing down that road, it will get worse.
How to take action
To acknowledge you have a problem takes a strong person. Taking action and getting help takes even a stronger person. Alpha discusses the importance of therapy and a support system to facilitate successful sobriety. When deciding to get sober, the only person to make that decision is you. When you want help: you can Google 12 step programs, you can see an addiction specialist, or you can go to a treatment center.
There is help out there.Tony is a testament to what can happen, and Alpha thanks him for helping others. If feel if you have a problem, seek help. You can do this!
