Anyone else struggle with alcohol/Xanax abuse?

[AwakeningCT]

Hey everyone, so I'm here just looking to see if there is anyone in the same boat as me that may be willing to share their story or offer any advice. I'm 22 y.o. and have been struggling with substance abuse mainly alcohol and xanax. Even though I was relatively new to both I had a lot of issues with drinking/using way to much.. Bottom line I knew I was behaving like an addict and it was beginning to cause serious issues. I have smoked marijuana longer than I've used both, usually mass quantities, but that certainly never came with problems like the downers did. Is the general consensus to remain 100% substance free? At my age I'm struggling with that, mainly pertaining to alcohol and pot. However in the past whenever I tried to justify moderation, it didn't end well. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks!