Sophie White: I am willing to ruin my whole life for some sunbathing. As an addict the behaviour is all too familiar to me
Briefly

Experiencing the aftermath of a heatwave resulted in physical and mental distress. Symptoms included dehydration, mouth ulcers, and a chaotic living environment. The initial joy from sunny weather transitioned into a sense of dread, ultimately leading to feelings of life unraveling. Reflections on the implications of such weather reveal the challenges posed by prolonged heat, questioning the excitement often associated with sunny days.
Waking up feeling like coming off a five-day bender, I was dehydrated, had mouth ulcers, and my surroundings were chaotic, all exacerbated by the recent heatwave.
Despite being sober for years, the heatwave's joy transformed into dread, leaving my life in a state of dereliction and chaos.
Read at Independent
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