Couldn't be happier

[the art of war]

my training partner has been one of my best friends since I was in middle school, likewise with his cousin. I introduced his cousin to OC's awhile back, and over the years it's literally torn him apart - his family - his gf - everything. I called my partner and we talked with his gf, sat him down with his folks and he's going in to a detox then a 2 week rehab (where there will be no methadone/suboxen). Understand - I've seen my boy in tears his life is a total mess, he wants to quit so badly, just couldn't ask for help. Keep your fingers crossed for this kid, he's a great guy and already having the load off his shoulders that he doesn't have to try to hide his addiction has him back in better spirits. Thx guys.

[dna9488]

Sorry to hear that. Hope he gets through it. I wish him the best

[the art of war]

Bro, it is fucking good news - this kid wants help badly, he just only asked me because, frankly, i got him into it - i've been to the same clinic, I will be able to visit him everyday etc... he used to train with us - he sees how happy I am clean now, lifting, reaching goals - and he sees everything he has slipping away if not already gone. He couldn't be more relieved to be going into detox and then temporary sober housing.

I made sure to talk to him for about 30 minutes that I have quit, and gone back dozens ... literally dozens of time - and the only thing that has changed from those times is this time I want it. You can love everyone around you but if you don't love yourself you won't care for yourself and those you love will simply see you rot away. I told him we are going to go to meetings or find some sort of sponsor - for me I've found friends that are there, even a gym where people are there to help one another with whatever the goals are. You need these things recovering - otherwise life becomes boring. Just keep him in your prayers, your thoughts, alah / ghandi - i dont give a fuck, he's a wicked solid dude.

[dna9488]

My bad AOW. For some reason the wording messed me up. I am glad he is kicking the habit and getting help. That's a very good start and I hope he has a strong finish as was his start.