Whenever you poison your body, you also indirectly poison your mind. And yes, you can tell yourself, “I’m just having a good time.” Maybe you are. Maybe drinking, drugs, or whatever your substance of choice is genuinely feels good in the moment. That’s part of what makes addiction so dangerous. The problem isn't what happens once. The problem is what happens when you repeat it over and over again. Take something harmful in small amounts every day, and eventually the cumulative damage can start affecting your organs, your nervous system, your hormones, your sleep, your judgment, and the way your entire body functions. Addiction works the same way. You don't necessarily destroy yourself in one night. You destroy yourself through repetition. One excuse becomes a habit. The habit becomes dependence. Dependence becomes a lifestyle. And eventually, you aren't functioning the way you used to. Your mind becomes foggier. Your motivation changes. Your relationships suffer. Your abi...