Anxiety after Sobriety

[Matty24]

I am proud to say I have almost a year under my belt free of drugs.  I heavily abused many different types of drugs for quite some time of my life, heroin being my prime choice, and only now that I'm sober am I starting to experience major anxiety issues.

First question I have is.... is it common for a (retired!) drug addict to experience these symptoms, or is there anyone who can relate to my position?  I don't want to take drugs to combat my anxiety, I'm trying to steer clear from taking anything, period.- I don't know if I could trust myself  

The anxiety I am experiencing effects my job, college, family, any type of social interaction.  Any suggestions or input on this would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks for listening

[Florida_Guy737]

Hi....I'm with 10356; try to exercise on a regular schedule.  Not only will your bod appreciate the workout but your mind will as well.  One of my favorite supplements is a protein mix that contains all the essential aminos.  The aminos included in the protein mix are what's recommended in the Amino Protocol.  I'm almost a year and have no anxiety at all but I do exercise frequently, eat right, drink plenty of fluids, etc.  

Good Luck & Congrats on your clean time...

[10356]

Hi Matty.. My Niece had always experienced anxiety when she quit smoking it went off the charts.. What she did was take up running if she could not run she worked out at a gym. The change in her was amazing.. You sound like you have a busy life but if you give up an hr. a day for an intense workout it may help, thus avoiding drugs.. Congrats on almost a year that is definitely something be be proud of and protect.. I wish you well.. lesa