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DeeTOOL13
DeeTOOL13
Hi umm I guess I'll start with iv been sober for 53 days & very proud. Well as of right now my boyfriend broke up with me because he says I have an internet addiction kind of funny since I just went without it for months. Anyway do you think its possible that I went from one addiction to another. Is it possible to be addicted to social networking?
I'm on a lot of pain right now please help...
MayB
MayB
Addiction takes many forms....I went from being a codependent to being an overeater...It's possible to have several addictions going...the internet definitely!
Nester4U
Nester4U
First off big congratulations on the 53 days!! That's huge!

I've always heard when we get rid of a bad behavior we need to replace it with something positive. It's just my opinion that anything that takes over our lives where we are ignoring the necessary things we need to be doing can become an addiction

That being said I don't see you on DS enough to be an addiction. But of course I don't know what other social media you use. HUGS!
tommymott
tommymott
Your sobriety is a very positive achievement. Sure, it's possible to be addicted to the internet and social sites but being rid of a boyfriend who's critical and non-supportive is a real plus!
dobiedots
dobiedots
I'm impressed Dee! I've been there and it's HARD. Real hard.
Congratulations on 53 days. After I stopped drinking for a year I felt so EMPOWERED. You'll love that feeling! And it will stay with you forever. Good for you Dee!!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Yup lot's of addictions to go around. Sounds like your man is feeling second fiddle to what helps you get through your days.

I know you can step away away from the internet and get things done. Seen pics you've posted to prove it. Hopefully the two of you will find some compromise. If that's what you wish. (((BBH)))
dancingd
dancingd
IMHO

DO what you need to do , to stay sober.

Good job Dee on 53 days!
rappciteeinblue
rappciteeinblue
Congratulations on 53 days!

I KNOW that I am internet addicted.

Good show all around, Miss Dee.
dobiedots
dobiedots
I'm addicted to DS. And I enjoy it.
Maybe he said that because he felt that you weren't paying enough attention to him and he got jealous. Some people are VERY needy and require constant ego boosters.
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Great big hug for you sweetie....If it's a support that's helping you right now then it's a good thing in my mind...

Some people need daily meetings or even twice a day... Support is so important...

I'm so sorry you're hurting Deedee...xo
heretic
heretic
Congrats on 53 days sober, that is wonderful.

Yes it's possible to be addicted to the net, I am.
I don't see it as a reason to break up with someone tho.

Sorry you are hurting, remember we are here for you. Hugs
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