How To Beat Cocaine

Although there does not seem to be many here at the moment addicted to cocaine, this is intented for those addicted to this evil drug that want to get and STAY clean. I too am a coke addict and it is the only thing in my life i have ever faced that i am completely powerless against. It took dozens and dozens and dozens of relapses and a near death experience to get clean and i'm not looking back. I believed it was impossible to get off this drug, but once i asked for help and learned what i needed to do, then i overcame the impossible. I promise you that life without this drug is a life and although it's scary to think of never using again, that is only a temporary thought, the thought of addiction.

I strongly suggest attending some N/A meetings. although i only went for a few weeks, i learned fast what i needed to do and being around people that understood helped so much. It's scary walking in for the first time, but instantly i was welcomed by 4 or 5 people right away and i felt comfortable there instantly. This forum has worked for me the most. It's here 24/7 with overwhelming support and people that understand.

Also check out the health pages. Avisg posted a very thorough and detailed explanation of cocaine cravings and how to stay clean from this drug. I found this to be one of the best readings on cocaine and very helpful.

What i have learned the most and why i have been beating this drug, is i now can recognize when im in trouble before it's to late. For me, I always say cocaine cravings have 3 stages and you CAN stop it before it reaches this 3rd stage, cause at that point it will be too late.

Stage One- cravings. coke cravings are easy to beat, they are simply thoughts about the drug and thoughts of using, but they are not extreme and just irrational thoughts that will go away quick, if you do not let this craving grow.

Stage Two-obsession- this is where i recognize the need for help. it's VERY important at this stage to seek support and be honest about your craving. at this point of obsession, the crazy thoughts start, remembering previous uses that you had fun, thoughts of buying coke and the knot in the stomach starts. if at this point you do not take control of this chances are you will reach the next stage and you won't turn back. seek help here, that is the hard part, but a must.

Stage Three- coke mode- knots in stomach, nose sometimes twitches and can smell cocaine. feeling high without using at this point makes you seek cocaine even more. the only thought on your mind is this drug and you will do whatever to get it. when i reach this point my mind has completely changed and there's no turning back. it's possible to not reach this stage with continued support and talking about it before it happens.

If you are serious about getting off this drug then it is going to take some commitment and work at first, but the reward is FREEDOM and a better life. I have never heard someone get off this drug and regret it. stick around, there is  alot of help here. Cathy5841 is also a good person to talk too as she has been clean from cocaine for 4.5 years:) This drug can be beat, but help and support is VITAL.  The first 90 days are key to recovery and your chances will double if you make it this far. Good luck to you.