Over the past 12 years I've been using/abusing drugs such as Adderall/Xanax/Klonopin, etc..
Marijuana too. but especially.
Don't use any more, but my desire to do stuff is in the shitter. I've never kept a job longer than 16 months, and have never had a girlfriend
Just recently I tried to quit cigarettes too. But keep going back, cause I don't have a desire to do anything.
Alcohol is really easy to control for me, only drink 1 a day. Anyone got ideas for sober living besides watching TV/bowling/helping homeless all day?
Seriously, the best advice you got was the first comment. Excercise. It has worked wonders in my life. I used to be very depressed and have my own substance issues. I tried many different things and working out was the only thing that helped.
Exercise is truly refreshing for the mind. It's been linked that chemicals are released that put you in a better mood and help you focus mentally. Besides the other reasons of having something to do, a hobby, etc.