Dear Addiction,
I have been reflecting on our relationship, and I feel it’s time I addressed you directly. This letter is not an attempt to justify or excuse my behavior, but rather to express my thoughts and feelings about the control you have exerted over my life.
For years, you have been my constant companion, whispering promises of happiness and comfort. You offered an escape from the pain and struggles of everyday life, and for a while, I believed you were my friend. But now, I see you for what you truly are—a destructive force that has left me broken and desperate.
When I first met you, I was young and naive. I thought you were a harmless pastime, something to pass the time. But as time went on, I found myself needing more and more of you to feel content. You became my crutch, my way of coping with the challenges of life. I was blind to the consequences, to the destruction you were causing.
But now, I am awake. I have realized that you are not my friend; you are my enemy. You have taken over my mind, my body, and my life. You have made me a prisoner, forcing me to live in fear and shame. I am tired of the lies you tell me, tired of the pain you cause me. It’s time for me to break free from your grasp.
I am writing this letter to you, Addiction, as a reminder to myself that I have the power to overcome you. I am not defined by the choices I have made or the mistakes I have made. I am a person with potential, capable of change and growth. I am determined to reclaim my life, to rebuild my future without you.
As I move forward, I will seek help, support, and guidance. I will surround myself with people who care about me and who will help me stay on the path to recovery. I will learn from my past and use it as a foundation for a better future.
Thank you for the lessons you have taught me, Addiction. I am ready to let you go and embrace the person I was meant to be. Goodbye, my enemy. Hello, my future.
With hope and determination,
Your Former Addict
