About us

Hi everyone, my name is Tom M. I'm a metro-Detroiter, pickleballer, and recovering internet and technology addict. I've used the internet and technology compulsively for much of my life, but it really became a problem once I had a troublesome breakup. I use technology to cope with my emotions and it sent me into both many relapses and many attempts at recovery. In these cycles, I became desperate for an answer.

 

I have been aware of my addiction for over 6 years and been working on it for the same amount of time. Through much suffering and persistence, I became passionate about this issue and want to help others in their recovery.

 

Even though I had a passion and crusade to stop my addiction forever, I learned over time that I was an addict of the hopeless variety, which means no strategy or amount of time away from screens kept me sober. I relapsed after spending 3 months detoxing in 2022. Time and time again, the addiction defeated me and led me to despair. I learned that this is how my brain works - no matter how much willpower I have, I cannot overcome the desire to keep using addictive technology once I start.

 

Through the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, 12 step programs at Internet and Technology Addicts Anonymous and Media Addicts Anonymous, and constructive action, I've found peace and serenity at last. Part of my own recovery is helping others like myself, so I'd love to help you if you relate to me!

 

We are a fellowship based in the metro Detroit area. If you're interested in a meeting, please text me at +1 313 720 4308 and I'll add you to the group chat :)