Alcohol and pot are downers anyway, which means that the euphoria they create can quickly give way to depression and anxiety. I hate to sound preachy, but here’s the truth: Not only are these solutions unhealthy, they’re also temporary. The high will wear off and you’ll go back to your usual self. The most sustainable solution is to get better and better at being who you already are, and to learn what situations make you the most comfortable and how to find comfort in situations that aren’t ideal.
