I'm a 24-year-old who has been dealing with anxiety due to a past drug addiction.

If only I could turn back time and say no to that first joint, things would be different. My social life has taken a hit, it's hard for me to interact with people. I've noticed that people around me seem uneasy. I can't even find a job. The constant feeling of anxiety and tension in my stomach is overwhelming, especially when I'm around others. I just want to feel calm and normal and that people feel comfortable around me again.

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