Drugs.

[G-Golly Wally]

An old proverb, "No good deed goes unpunished"

That's the truth. It bothers my wife when I try and distance myself from him, like I said earlier I'll only interact with him if he asks me questions but I keep the answers short and sweet. I told her every time I'm nice or try to establish some kind of common ground with him ,he'll screw me over every single time. I've already replaced my cordless tools because I refuse to pay the pawnshop anymore for my own property back. Now the tools stay locked up in my truck and go where I go, I only take them out if I have to use them, now the wallet will be done the same way. I apologize for dragging this crap up again, but I really have no friends to vent to here at home, so I vent on here because sometimes it's all I have. I know it the same ol song, second verse same as the first. Again sorry.

 

[GlocknSpiel]

Very OT...but something plaguing me.

Has anyone had to deal with a loved one hooked on drugs?

It’s been a while now, and things have come to a head. I have little faith in the resources available. Don’t know what to do.

I have a stepdaughter heroin addict, currently in-recovery and over two years clean. God (through his servants in a church in TN where she now lives) stepped in. That said, she was clean several times before, always relapsed, and cost the family THOUSANDS in stolen property including priceless heirlooms, two vehicles, and stolen CC debt.
I regret to be of the opinion that there is very little you can do for him/her. Because, to the addict, everyone, (including family, even their own children) are potential "funding sources" for their next high. They will do whatever it takes.
We also lost a son-in-law to an OD in 2016, leaving three daughters to grieve among the rest of us. Only the SELF-MOTIVATED individual addict, relying upon a lot of help from God, can change their course.

 

[Kenjivery]

I’m so sorry to hear about all the pain your family has gone through. Addiction is such a heartbreaking thing, especially when it affects people you love. It’s encouraging to hear that your stepdaughter is over two years clean now, and I hope she continues on that path with the support she needs. I agree, it can be tough to help someone who isn’t ready to help themselves, and sometimes it feels like you’re powerless.

 

[Kenjivery]

I’m so sorry to hear about all the pain your family has gone through. Addiction is such a heartbreaking thing, especially when it affects people you love. It’s encouraging to hear that your stepdaughter is over two years clean now, and I hope she continues on that path with the support she needs. I agree, it can be tough to help someone who isn’t ready to help themselves, and sometimes it feels like you’re powerless.

On a lighter note, I’ve been using delta 8 gummies recently to help manage stress and stay grounded. I know it's not the same as a major addiction, but it’s been a nice tool for relaxation when life gets overwhelming. I found them to be gentle and calming, with no heavy side effects. Have you or your family found any helpful coping strategies during tough times?