The Myth of Rock Bottom: A Scientific Analysis of Why You Don't Need to Hit It
The Dangerous Myth
Waiting for rock bottom is like waiting for a meteor to hit before buying insurance.
Here's the thing about rock bottom: it's not a place, it's a concept. And it's about as reliable as a weather forecast from a magic 8-ball. "Will this be rock bottom? *shake shake* Signs point to no."
The Neuroscience of Denial
Your brain is incredibly good at moving the goalposts. "This isn't rock bottom yet... I still have a job." "This isn't rock bottom yet... I still have a house." "This isn't rock bottom yet... I still have my pants."
The Slippery Slope
| What You Think is Rock Bottom | What Actually Happens |
|---|---|
| Lost your job | Lost your house |
| Lost your house | Lost your family |
| Lost your family | Lost your freedom |
The Better Approach
Why Wait?
The Cost of Waiting
The Recovery Process
Steps to Start Now:
- Recognize you don't need to hit bottom
- Accept that things can get better
- Reach out for help
- Start your recovery journey
About the Author
Better Without Booze
Bringing science, humor, and insight to the journey of recovery.
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