it does take a lot of self-control to not implode over here. Seeing as how there are almost zero consequences that would get you in a lot of trouble in the West, the only thing keeping you from destroying your own life over here, is you. Unfortunately, I think that this part of the world and how affordable it is attracts a lot of people that lack this level of self-control and they give in to drugs and drink until it shatters their very existence.
Good work on remaining who you are. I gained a bunch of weight since moving over here but to be fair I was nearly 20 years younger when I moved to this part of the world and I believe this to be an acceptable excuse.