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by snakelover on August 1st, 2007

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I am a recovering addict (clean 10 years). Back in the day, I was the biggest turd in everyone's eyes. Why do they always come to me for help when they have problems now?

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  • by jtolb65 on August 1st, 2007

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    They see the change in you and figure that you found some magical cure that made you not a prick (other than the indescribably hard work of facing your demons.) I've been sober 14 years, but luckily I don't have anybody except my father that knew me back in the day.

    But thinking about it, wouldn't you rather be the person that people come to for advice, rather than the person that they are seeking advice ABOUT?

    Congrats on 10 years!

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  • by Mr n Mrs M... on August 1st, 2007

    Mr n Mrs M...

    Turd therapy?

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  • by ChelseaMark on August 1st, 2007

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    By going clean you've earnt their respect and they want to mend their ways and who better to confide in than an ex-pro.

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  • by APACHEmeansENEMY on August 1st, 2007

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    I am a recovering addict as well...so I feel ya! you've been through it..and i have always felt that people thought they could come to me because after what i had been through they felt sure that i wouldnt judge them.

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  • by calypso on August 1st, 2007

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    Because they respect the fact that even though you went through some bad times you've bounced back. And your opinion/advice on certain subjects has to mean more than that of a person who has never experienced the things you have.

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  • by Punny on August 1st, 2007

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    I believe you should take it as a compliment. Being a recovering addict, you could give some good advice to those who really want help. Congrats for the 10 years!!!!

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  • by Ender is back.. And slightly confused. on August 1st, 2007

    Ender is back.. And slightly confused.

    Because you've probably been through a lot, and have a lot of experience. I find that people who have done some stupid things in their lives are the best at giving advice, because they can Honestly tell you "DON'T DO THAT! BAD IDEA!"

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