Tracy S

I was 14 when I first used a substance.  Glue. I was young and immature and didn`t realise at the time that this would be the beginning of many years of abusing my body. At 15 I started smoking weed and this became really regular. I`d smoke it any chance I could and spend every penny I could get on it. This led onto ecstacy and acid. I would go out every weekend and take it. Weekends led to days and soon enough I was addicted to cocaine, and had no sense or reality.  My addiction nearly killed me. It cost me my friends, family and left me in a place of isolation. I joined the 12 steps eventually as it was either that or die. I am so glad I did. There I met people with the same issues as me but also the same ambitions and goals. If I was to give anyone reading this any advice it would be to surround yourself with people who want the same as you and want the best for you. I am a year in now and going strong. Taking every day as it comes. There is hope don`t give up.