Recovery isn’t just about attending meetings or quitting cold turkey—although, for me, cold turkey was the … The Reality of Recovery: 41 Days Into SobrietyRead more
Author: mcrguy
Stay sober, stay sexy
So, here’s a wild revelation from my personal vault: During my chemsex days, I’ve had a … Stay sober, stay sexyRead more
Day 39
So, remember that time I confidently declared that 12-step programs, Big Book and all, weren’t for … Day 39Read more
Unmasking the Fraud Within
Dishonesty and lies play a significant role in both imposter syndrome and chemsex, often compounding the … Unmasking the Fraud WithinRead more
The Actor, Not the Director
When I started this blog, my intention was to share my journey through recovery. However, many … The Actor, Not the DirectorRead more
The Deansgate Doctor
Meeting someone online who seemed genuine and friendly at first can be a pleasant surprise, especially … The Deansgate DoctorRead more
I feel so happy
Today marks 33 days of sobriety, and let me tell you, it feels like I’ve found … I feel so happyRead more
Anxiety
Anxiety is an ever-present feeling of dread, a relentless whirlwind of negative emotions. It’s a dark … AnxietyRead more
I’m always on high alert
I’ve always been on high alert, constantly assessing the risk of everything around me. Anxiety has … I’m always on high alertRead more
The Doughnut
So I grew up with a deeply ingrained, negative view of homeless people. I was taught … The DoughnutRead more