How can I continue to improve after a bad year?

[domenico07]

I left my old job of two years cuz i was burnt out and losing hours and they gave me a pay cut. Got a new job the next day. Got out of an abusive relationship. Started workin out again. But still have a nicotine problem and a habit of having too many beers sometimes. And ion feel bad being by myself. Like i went to a concert wit just myself. Ion need no one there wit me and im happy wit dat. How else can i improve? Thanks y'all

[Midranna]

Hey dude I know what its like to be in that dark place. Once upon a time I was a severely depressed pothead and nicotine addict. One night I was high out of my mind and took in too much nicotine and had my first panic attack. Worst night of my life. And from then on I had chronic panic attacks nearly every day to the point that I had severe anxiety in anticipation of another panic attack like I had this feeling as if there was a black hole inside of my chest. And smoking weed would only make my anxiety worse. Same thing for nicotine, literally was forced to quit cold turkey because just one puff of my vape would send me spiraling. Was put on SSRI's until recently actually and due to those events my college classes would nose dive while I continued to battle anxiety/depression/panic attacks for years. Ontop of that I have never been in a relationship (not even a casual one) with a girl even till this day, can't imagine the insecurities I still feel.

[Midranna]

But don't give up. Ever... bro
"Sometimes even daring to live is an act of courage".
My friend, the early 20s are the hardest parts of the lives of young men, our brains aren't even fully developed till we're 25 for guys. And I totally get watchu mean about being alone, but from what I see honestly don't chase girls; chase excellence. Do whatever you can to become a high value man and you will get attention from girls (so they say)

[Midranna]

Just remember: you only quit once

[Effably]

You know that really awkward "Where do you see yourself in five years?" question that no one likes? Yeah, do that.

Specifically, figure out something you want. A path to it and key points of progress that you can celebrate and be happy about.

Direction provides both satisfaction and stability.

[Anonymous]

Your doing great, stay focused and strive to be a better person.

[domenico07]

Appreciate the comment bro. Doin my best n takin everything day by day

[Opinion Owner]

That's all anyone can ask of you.