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“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Sugar

That s**t is extremely addictive.

Final score:

155points

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ninjaTrashPandaBoom 8 months ago

Best thing I did for my health was to stop drinking sugary drinks...sodas, energy drinks, juices, punches, even stopped adding sugar to my coffee.

39points

deathtotheemperor , samer D / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) If I don't have caffeine regularly I get...difficult.

Final score:

122points

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Thee8thsense 8 months ago

I drink many cups of black coffee everyday and derive joy from my consumption. Call me an addict.

28points

Physical-Tea-3493 , Lisa Fotios / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

So, what is addiction?

There is no clear-cut answer to that question. Mostly because it deals with an invisible line that is crossed, and is in many cases difficult to come back to. Or, even, in some cases, flat out impossible. In that case, it’s then a game of learning to live with it and learning to accept the consequences.

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Food. I've got a terrible food addiction that's comparable to my 600 lb life type of addiction. It's a real f****n monkey on my back. I don't like to talk about it on here much though because then I get a bunch of commenters on here telling me how unhealthy that is ECT. I Know! For Christ sake, I know. Anywho, I hope everyone's having a nice day. Happy St Patricks day.

Final score:

122points

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Moose0690 8 months ago

Soooo relatable! Donuts, cakes, candy, pasta, bread, butter, just a whole bunch of everything my body doesn't need. I lost 60 pounds on the South Beach Diet several years ago but found it again. Terrible. My thoughts are with anyone who struggles with this.

49points

dan_scape , energepic.com / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Buying s**t I don’t need.

Final score:

117points

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Alexia 8 months ago

I've been there, and I decided to replace stuff (clothes, shoes, jewelry) with experiences. Tickets to concerts and theatre performances, city breaks, courses on hobbies such as photography or makeup. Best decision ever.

40points

rimshot101 , Isabella Mendes / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Alcohol. I haven't had any in 24 years, but it's best practice to assume that I'm still addicted.

Final score:

112points

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Kat 8 months ago

Absolutely, seven years in August for me!

64points

Live-Tangerine-4970 , Andrea Piacquadio / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

Those who get addicted essentially cross a point where their body gets so hooked and it starts demanding to feed the addiction. If not demanding more with every time on top of it. Difficulty arises from the fact that nobody knows where this line is exactly. It’s different for everyone, and once you cross it, you don’t know it until it’s too late.

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) The internet.

Final score:

111points

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Red PANda (she/they) 8 months ago

Bored Panda is a great example lol

75points

Distinct-Entity_2231 , Polina Tankilevitch / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Chocolate. It's a problem. I need to stop, but I'm pretty much addicted, because without it, days are horrible.

Final score:

110points

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Sue Denham 8 months ago

You say addiction; I say necessity.

56points

All4-1 , Andrea Piacquadio / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Being alone.

Final score:

108points

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Glowerm;) 8 months ago

So real if it wasn’t for my kid or work I wouldnt interact with a person for most of the year and I will be just fine.

51points

Afraid_Ad_1536 , Afif Ramdhasuma / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

The reason why some addictions are impossible to kick is because it’s hard to understand when and if you haven't actually returned to the line between addiction and normal life. You’ve already experienced it, so you know the temptation, and thus can relapse again at any time. In that case, you often learn to maneuver around it, kinda sorta feeding it but not too much. But always living with that risk.

#10

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Tobacco but it's not the nicotine because when I quit a few years back I had both patches and gum which I didn't touch after the first few days but the physical act of smoking, whether it be cigarette or pipe, is what I craved. Vaping, with and without nicotine, also didn't satiate that craving. I love the taste, smell and ritual of smoking tobacco products.

Final score:

82points

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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 8 months ago

It was a nasty case of walking pneumonia that made me quit. Two months and I had no urge to smoke again.

30points

that_one_leo , Andrea Piacquadio / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

#11

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Sleeping.

Final score:

82points

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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 8 months ago

That's NOT an addiction. That is a necessity for life.

36points

kaycee1610 , Nathan Dumlao / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

#12

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Overthinking.

Final score:

76points

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Alexia 8 months ago

Overthinking may be a trauma response - usually coming from a childhood where you were constantly criticized and scolded by adults for the smallest mistake. You can overcome this by therapy.

26points

ffalliblehuman , Beata Dudová / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

One thing that many assume is that it’s all down to willpower to kick the habit. But, alas, it’s not just that.

There’s also knowledge on how to tackle the addiction as well as having the support to go through with it successfully. Oh, and it’s also understanding that addiction doesn’t make you a bad person. Even more so when you have identified it and made efforts to fend it off.

#13

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Really weird online games like candy crush, solitaire, this water bottle game where you have to match the colours. Beginning to feel like I'm only addicted bc it gives me a false sense of accomplishment lol gotta work on that asap.

Final score:

75points

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Anxiousguest 8 months ago

I was totally addicted to these 3 and such ones. One morning I just woke up and deleted everything. Now it's slightly better

14points

IgDailystapler , Sam Lion / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

#14

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Saving pictures of cats on my phone…I have over 2,000

I don’t even like cats that much I just like seeing 2,000 pictures of cats and giggling about the sheer magnitude of cats lmao.

Final score:

73points

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Thee8thsense 8 months ago

I'm addicted to my cat.

41points

Claraishere_ , frankieleon / flickr (not the actual photo) Report

#15

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Chap Stick. It's a lifelong addiction.

Final score:

70points

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K_Tx 8 months ago

Carmex for me!

24points

TjMorgz , Matthew Halmshaw / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

There is a lot to addiction. Part of what makes it so darned difficult. And it all starts with that initial use.

The reasons why folks start using drugs are numerous. It can be rolling with a bad crowd (or even a good one), living with a bad example of a guardian or simply curiosity. Whatever the case, that one time might be the sweet relief that your body will continue to demand from here on out.

#16

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Tea. Yorkshire Tea preferably.

Final score:

68points

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Daya Meyer 8 months ago

Guilty! But I prefer loose tea leaves, no tea bags for me. If I feel the slightest symptom of getting sick, I drink cups and cups of green tea for 'cure'. Maybe there is a placebo effect helping me but at least it does no damage to me. And yes, if I get seriously sick, I go and see my doctor.

11points

Shoddy-Mushroom-872 , Andrea Piacquadio / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

#17

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Social media

Final score:

57points

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Leanne Hailes 8 months ago

It melts my brain; except for BP!

19points

Apprehensive-Scar336 , freestocks / unsplash (nmot the actual photo) Report

#18

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Shopping. Sounds ridiculous but I don’t remember the last time I didn’t spend money for a whole 24 hours. Definitely working on it, but spending money can definitely become a problem. .

Final score:

56points

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Brenda 8 months ago

I use an allowance that I divide into daily envelopes. If I don't spend all of it one day, whatever I have left is mine. If there's something I really want, I have to pay for it out of my allowance

20points

Not_the_real_Dave , Anna Vander Stel / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

Initial use can evolve into abuse, which is when the person uses the substance on a recurring, oftentimes improper, basis. In other words, it’s used to a degree where it’s harmful. Some say the line to cross into abuse is when a person starts using the drug for the euphoric response or when self-treatment is performed without a doctor’s instruction.

#19

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Being overly polite to the wrong people. Lol.

Final score:

53points

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Luke 8 months ago

Realisation is always coming from another bus that’s running months late🫠

17points

WandaDobby777 , Inzmam Khan / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

#20

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Everything. I’m an extreme addict. Anything I do, I end up doing to the max. 3 drinks 1 night a week, rapidly becomes 200 drinks in a week. Diets turn into anorexia. Quitting a diet becomes a binge eating disorder. I take up horticulture, learn how to propagate and literally bring home 500 plants in one day. I start reading again and suddenly, I have no time for anything else because I’m tearing through a whole Rubbermaid of library books a week. You don’t even want to know how what an all-consuming issue my sex drive, caffeine habit and nicotine addiction are.

Edit: I have been treated for ADHD and Bipolar type I in the past but nothing worked. I was upgraded to C-PTSD, Autism, Schizoaffective, Anorexia Nervosa, Dermatillomania and Haphephobia. Possible Dyscalculia. You can stop suggesting ADHD and Bipolar now. Lol.

Final score:

50points

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Puppy Dancing! 8 months ago

This is the effect of the Parkinson's medications , that increase the dopamine, as well. Sounds like you have a high dopamine response.

16points

#21

My fiancée (in a good way). I love her so much. She’s my best friend and I literally want to spend every minute of my life with her.

MangoBandicoot Report

Final score:

49points

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Michael Walker 8 months ago

Good for you, hope she feels the same

25points

SpaceMom-LawnToLawn Report

Over time, the person might develop a tolerance for a given drug, meaning that in order to achieve whatever result that they want, more of the drug has to be used. But the more you use, the more strain there is on the body, and the more debilitating the reaction can be in the long run.

#22

Cleaning. Sounds good but I grew up in a hoarder house and I can literally NOT relax. I’m like 6mo pregnant right now but I still clean until it hurts .

Final score:

43points

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Luke 8 months ago

Its gud except tht “until it hurts “ part

24points

baileyitp , EVG Kowalievska / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

#23

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Video games.

Final score:

41points

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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 8 months ago

My Steam account is currently sitting at almost 600 games. You add in the games on my GOG and other accounts and it tops 600 easy. Then my Wishlist is pushing another 200. It sounds extreme, but my account is almost 20 years old. Imagine how big a game room I would need if I had to have physical copies of all this.

11points

#24

Buying a bunch of s**t on Amazon knowing if I don’t like it I can return it. Then never returning it.

qtpi-nikki Report

Final score:

40points

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Lunaofthenest (She/they) 8 months ago

I think this is part of their evil plan 😈

13points

Dutch Swimmer Goes Viral For Super Revealing Trunks During 2024 Olympics: “Is This Legal?”

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And, speaking of the long run, tolerance leads to dependence. Not all dependence is considered addiction—sometimes it’s a medical means to manage a condition. However, if a given drug is being used to treat another condition, and they become dependent on it to feel good, then that’s a problem.

#25

Pizza.

anon Report

Final score:

38points

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C.O. Shea 8 months ago

Pizza pizza.

13points

#26

Pickles. I legit start to go through withdrawal if I haven't had any for 3+ days. In unrelated news, I was diagnosed with high blood pressure at 19.

NimbusHex Report

Final score:

36points

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Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My! 8 months ago

You're welcome to my share.

13points

dfjk_ , Karolina Grabowska / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

#27

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Anything that clears my sinuses! Halls, vaporub, olbas. It's like walking through a wintry forest but in my nose.

Final score:

35points

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Red PANda (she/they) 8 months ago

If your sinuses are never clear without help, shouldn’t you maybe see a doctor? Or is it just cold/flu/allergy season?

28points

At the end of it all, it develops into a full blown addiction. Craving it, not being able to stop, using more than it was originally started with—all of these are clear signs of addiction. More extreme signs include use of substances in dangerous situations, like when driving a car, or using it despite the health risks.

#28

Fizzy water.

liquidhell Report

Final score:

34points

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TheOGpandaHavana 8 months ago

Definitely!

10points

AdMaterial9419 , Qim Manifester / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

#29

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Caffeine and my iPhone.

Final score:

31points

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Lunaofthenest (She/they) 8 months ago

Isn't this really all of society at this point? Except I have a Galaxy fold phone.

7points

#30

Unsweetened iced tea big time, Burt’s Bees lip balm, my husband and cats!

Countrygirl353 Report

Final score:

29points

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Thee8thsense 8 months ago

Sounds pretty awesome, so if that makes you an addict, I say rock on...

13points

Whatever the case, seeking help is always the way to go as there is always someone out there who will try their darndest to help. American Addiction Centers might help.

So, what are your thoughts on any of this? Share your thoughts and stories in the comment section below!

#31

Fanfiction. I have like 80 tabs open. I’ll
Spend 6 hours a day reading if I don’t have anything else to do. I read it while I’m working on crafts and stuff. I check my email at least 10 times a day to see if any of the fics I’m enjoying has updated.

It’s almost like when I was a kid and reading a book a day.

sephone_north Report

Final score:

29points

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Emma London 8 months ago

Better than using the same time watching Youtube or Netflix. Tt's also a good emotions fix, a way to cater yourself feelings joy, sadness, ect. basically from a menu.

9points

Woman Put A Water Fountain With A Camera In Her Yard, Here Are 24 Photos Of Regular Visitors (New Pics)

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“Ma’am I Live Here”: Woman Refuses To Back Out Of Driveway, Learns A Lesson The Hard Way

#32

Coke Zero.

TrevorJordan Report

Final score:

26points

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Leanne Hailes 8 months ago

Pepsi Zero 💙

5points

there_is_no_spoon1 , Brett Jordan / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

#33

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Alcohol. And Reddit ffs.

Final score:

24points

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TheOGpandaHavana 8 months ago

Ditto on Reddit. I've deleted send redownloaded Reddit sooooo many times. It's the only SM besides BP that I use.

8points

ashg444 , Alena Darmel / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

#34

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) The Sims! I invest more time into my sim’s futures than my own.

Final score:

24points

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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 8 months ago

REmember when everybody was hooked on Farmville?

36points

winecat5 , Laryssa Suaid / pexels (not the actual photo) Report

#35

“What Is Something Legal That You’re Extremely Addicted To?” (45 Answers) Good old kratom.

Final score:

23points

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Sue Denham 8 months ago

I haven't a clue what this is. Enlighten me, please, someone?

21points

#36

Magic the m***********g gathering. Been playing cardboard crack since 1995.

DirtyPenPalDoug Report

Final score:

22points

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JessieJ&LilyLovebug 8 months ago

Better than real crack.

0points

#37

Gummy worms.

pmangia Report

Final score:

22points

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Lunaofthenest (She/they) 8 months ago

If being addicted to gummies is wrong then I don't wanna be right!

9points

#38

Redbull, i wish it would be made illegal. it’s horrible for you, and i drink it daily….

princessnuts Report

Final score:

21points

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HI, I'M A SHOUTY MAN 8 months ago

Is that you Miss? I knew a music teacher who used to drink like 3-4 cans a day on top of like 6-7 coffees. I don't know how she survived... then again she did play brass.

13points

50 Of The Most Incredible Shots That Were Submitted To The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

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#39

Blasting guitar music into my ears at full volume until I eventually turn deaf, I’m doing it right now.

RuthlessSpud_11 Report

Final score:

20points

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The Darkest Timeline 8 months ago

This just seems so stupid

14points

WhatIfIReallyWantIt Report

#40

Reddit. I have a novel to write so I downloaded Limit to stop me going on reddit. Then I needed a beta reader. What's the only place to get a decent beta reader?

Oh, yeah, there you are like the dealer just hanging on my street corner. Damn you reddit.

Final score:

16points

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Lunaofthenest (She/they) 8 months ago

Reddit is definitely that toxic ex you just can't stay away from. And BP is like the one you date after the ex- you *know* they're better for you but you still end up going back...

15points

#41

Checking somebody’s social media account obsessively where you feel like your a stalker I found myself obsessing over a couple I thought had a great life and maybe they do but it was effecting my own relationship and self esteem(I felt like a stalker) which is illegal lol.

Cultural_Winter_3819 Report

Final score:

14points

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Lunaofthenest (She/they) 8 months ago

This is just sad. Glad they at least recognize how... not good... this was.

9points

#42

Sex, and fantasizing about sex with any semi-attractive woman I might see throughout the day.

Far_Sail4308 Report

Final score:

13points

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Michael Walker 8 months ago

I do the same thing with men

11points

Woman Moves Out Of Parents' Home After They Asked Her To Give Her Space To Brother, They Freak Out

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#43

TIkTok.

tracy_wood Report

Final score:

11points

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Lunaofthenest (She/they) 8 months ago

I've got nothing nice to say about effing TikTok 🤐

25points

Ancient-Pineapple969 Report

#44

Shiny cardboard

Yu-Gi-Oh! And Magic The Gathering is crazy.

RaiderDeck Report

Final score:

11points

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#45

Reality TV.

Final score:

6points

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Libstak 8 months ago

This one is really terrible....sorry for your awful addiction.

24points

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AspieGirl88 8 months ago (edited)

My biggest addiction is probably vaping. I used to smoke, but managed to switch over to vapes, after my mum pleaded with me, saying I could have as many vapes as needed, as long as I gave up the cigs. Unfortunately, I’m in no position to come off the vapes, as I rely on them for alternate pain relief. I suffer multiple chronic pain conditions & I’m sadly the victim of unsympathetic doctors who’ve continuously refused to treat me with appropriate pain relief (no joke, they legit act as if paracetamol is some kind of wonder-drūg & then I get the “surprised Pikachu face” from the doctors/nurses when it has zero effect). So, I’ve had to resort to vaping, comfort foods & refusing to hurt myself in order to “exercise” at the request of physio; as last time they made me move beyond capacity, I strained my one good leg & hurt my hip, which had me crying when I had to use the loo weeks after (thankfully I’m not overweight, so I can refuse for my own benefit). Alas, this is sadly how I cope with it all. 🥺🚬🤷‍♀️

18points

Pittsburgh rare 8 months ago

I'm currently going on post surgery with paracetamol and ibuprofen after l was discharged. And it wasn't a minor surgery. I wish l was joking. And I'm not even in the US, but doctors are so f*****g worried about opioids addiction that forget to treat actual pain. You have my sympathy

10points

Libstak 8 months ago

Please don't downvote someone's heartfelt confession people, here's an upvote from me and I hope they keep coming. Thanks for setting an example in bravery to speak up.

5points

Flora Porter 8 months ago

That sounds really tough to cope with. I'm sorry your doctors are so unsympathetic.

2points

Aroace tiger (she/they/he) 8 months ago

Self harm.. 6 months clean though

14points

GhostlySnail (she/her) 8 months ago

I’m so proud of you tiger

5points

ZGutr 8 months ago

good job !! can imagine it's hard, please keep the counter going !!

2points

Auntriarch 8 months ago

Aww bless you tiger

1point

Aroace tiger (she/they/he) 8 months ago

Oh also affection and my phone so

1point

DogMomma 8 months ago

You're amazing.

0points

Nikole 8 months ago

It’s been a while for me, but it used to be my go-to when the going got rough. I guess I still punch walls sometimes, but no blades or heat. Good luck Aroace <3

0points

Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 8 months ago

I'm addicted to whatever the microchips the CIA put in my brain say I'm addicted to.

11points

Ariom Dahl 8 months ago

Reading ... I have a LOT on my kindle, over 1000 REAL books, I belong to a book club and I use the local library regularly. At the moment I am reading at least half a dozen books including from my kindle. I'm the sort of a person who read the backs of cereal packets! :) Coffee comes a close second. ;)

9points

Auntriarch 8 months ago (edited)

I've generally got three books open at the same time. And a magazine plus a cookery book (Elizabeth David's estofat de boeuf albigeois for dinner tonight)

2points

Cosmikid 8 months ago

I have not learned to love kindle etc- but real books, especially old ones... are dangerous for me to be around.

1point

Tyranamar 8 months ago

I believe I have a reading addiction. I spend hours each day reading. It's a problem.

0points

Pamelot 8 months ago

Very interesting posts. Relatable ALL. This compilation made me depressed. 😣

4points

Hphizzle 8 months ago

DIY and craft!!! Ugh so many projects!

4points

Mike Crow 8 months ago

Oxygen, I can’t live without it.

3points

Flora Porter 8 months ago

Most of these aren't true addictions as they're not causing problems. The ones I would expect to see in the list - the socially acceptable addictions, in the western world at least - are work, wealth, exercise and faith. I had an ex who seriously injured themselves at the gym, but kept exercising as they couldn't do without the hit, making things much worse.

2points

Tyranamar 8 months ago

How do you know they're not causing problems? Just bc the people didn't explain all the ways these things were affecting their lives doesn't mean they're not affecting their lives.

5points

Bilja M 8 months ago

I know people will judge me for this, but this really wasn't my choice. I have rhinitis, probably allergic kind, been to dozens of ENT doctors, tried dozens of treatments, various hypertonic nasal sprays, saline solutions, saline with herbs etc. Nothing works. I am addicted to decongestant nasal spray. I know that's quite bad, but I am desperate. I can't find anything that can clean my airways. At this point I dilute it with a lot of saline solution or hypertonic saline water, I add as little decongestant as I can. I know that's still not good enough but I tried so many things and nothing works. I am desperate.

1point

Nikole 8 months ago

There’s a sinus procedure that can be done to widen them. I’ve been thinking about getting it for years… But for now I take Sudafed twice a day. I’m worried about blood pressure and being addicted to ephedrine though…

1point

ZGutr 8 months ago

ouzo. somehow I rarely seem to be able stop at just one

1point

ZGutr 8 months ago

actually .... breathing

1point

Annika Postler 8 months ago

RUNNING!!

1point

SBocker78 8 months ago

I'm surprised I didn't see tanning, plastic surgery or getting tattooed on this list. It seems like a lot of people get hooked on these.

1point

Michael Largey 8 months ago

The unconditional love and devotion my wife gives me 24/7.

1point

DRMAGDN 8 months ago

Screenshots most definitely over here

1point

Just dave 7 months ago

Currently Microsoft Solitaire.

0points

Rubber Ducky 8 months ago

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0points

supertall 8 months ago

Moisturiser. If I cannot apply lotion to my skin, I become distracted and cannot focus on anything else until I have applied it. If I have no lotion, I will attempt to smear chapstick into it, or cooking oil, or anything else that might make my skin feel moisturised. If nothing is at hand, I'll wet the dry skin for (very) temporary relief until I can soothe myself. I go through lotion incredibly quickly and a favorite lotion can suddenly become ineffective and need replacing. My hands are the skin that needs the most frequent moisturising, but I cannot sleep if my feet have not been thoroughly lotioned. I will also wake up in the middle of the night to re-moisturise my feet. I've been like this since age 16, at least, and I am now in my early 40's.

0points

Sweet Fanny Adams 8 months ago

Everything in moderation.

0points

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Tamra 8 months ago

Thank you SO much for that astute medical opinion, Dr. Dumba$$. Despite your stupidity, addiction is, in fact, an illness whether you agree with it or not. If addicts had a CHOICE, there would be no addicts.

4points

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AspieGirl88 8 months ago (edited)

18points

Pittsburgh rare 8 months ago

10points

Libstak 8 months ago

Please don't downvote someone's heartfelt confession people, here's an upvote from me and I hope they keep coming. Thanks for setting an example in bravery to speak up.

5points

Flora Porter 8 months ago

That sounds really tough to cope with. I'm sorry your doctors are so unsympathetic.

2points

Aroace tiger (she/they/he) 8 months ago

Self harm.. 6 months clean though

14points

GhostlySnail (she/her) 8 months ago

I’m so proud of you tiger

5points

ZGutr 8 months ago

good job !! can imagine it's hard, please keep the counter going !!

2points

Auntriarch 8 months ago

Aww bless you tiger

1point

Aroace tiger (she/they/he) 8 months ago

Oh also affection and my phone so

1point

DogMomma 8 months ago

You're amazing.

0points

Nikole 8 months ago

It’s been a while for me, but it used to be my go-to when the going got rough. I guess I still punch walls sometimes, but no blades or heat. Good luck Aroace <3

0points

Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 8 months ago

I'm addicted to whatever the microchips the CIA put in my brain say I'm addicted to.

11points

Ariom Dahl 8 months ago

9points

Auntriarch 8 months ago (edited)

I've generally got three books open at the same time. And a magazine plus a cookery book (Elizabeth David's estofat de boeuf albigeois for dinner tonight)

2points

Cosmikid 8 months ago

I have not learned to love kindle etc- but real books, especially old ones... are dangerous for me to be around.

1point

Tyranamar 8 months ago

I believe I have a reading addiction. I spend hours each day reading. It's a problem.

0points

Pamelot 8 months ago

Very interesting posts. Relatable ALL. This compilation made me depressed. 😣

4points

Hphizzle 8 months ago

DIY and craft!!! Ugh so many projects!

4points

Mike Crow 8 months ago

Oxygen, I can’t live without it.

3points

Flora Porter 8 months ago

2points

Tyranamar 8 months ago

How do you know they're not causing problems? Just bc the people didn't explain all the ways these things were affecting their lives doesn't mean they're not affecting their lives.

5points