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I lived with addiction for around 2 decades. I’ve been sober for 539 days. Every time I listen to this i’d remember when it came out. Every time I’d also tear and feel so sad till now. The weight of addiction and sadness never truly leaves even when sober. It is so true that it is a battle we fight alone, and always. RIP Layne Staley. You will always be a friend in my hard and dark days.
I’m so sorry for the sorrow and the loss you’ve experienced, but I’m also so proud of you for your sobriety! It’s extremely hard work, the work of a lifetime, and you may have to fight the battle alone, but you are not alone in it. You have so many people who know your struggle and stand with you in solidarity. Never hesitate to reach out when you need a little extra support. It can get heavy, but you don’t have to bear it alone.
Big props to you on continued sobriety. Each additional day we get is a huge accomplishment.
This song is such an example of pure and raw emotion. I usually get goosebumps or tear up whenever I listen to it. Layne was so pained, but so brave to share the level of emotions that he did with the world.
I’m about 7.5 years sober at the moment and can confirm that the weight and sadness really never goes away, but it gets lighter and better with time. It’s ultimately not a battle that we have to fight alone though, there are plenty of likeminded people out there that have shared or similar experiences to ours that can help lift us up in times of struggles.
If you ever need a listening ear or a place to vent, we’re always here for support. There are plenty of us to lean on in times of struggles.
First of all, I’m so happy that you’ve been sober for so long! It’s a reason to celebrate that’s for sure.
It’s a hard battle, and I can tell your strength in this is second to none. I haven’t gone through that but I feel like something i’ve gone through, grief, has a lot of similarites. It’s like these waves hitting you and rocks hitting you scarring you. You find it harder to deal with them at first, but over time they get easier, but they’re still there. You got this! <3