What Are You "Recovering" From?
Let's face it. We are all recovering from something, because, if we weren't, that would mean we are perfect, which none of us are.
To many of us, admitting we are recovering, or "in recovery," tells the world we are weak. However, I think it is just the opposite, and it demonstrates the strength necessary to realize that sometimes we need to get ourselves a "tune up," and take stock of our situations.
I have now been clean and sober for five years, seven months and 23 days, but am still in recovery from addictions to alcohol, drugs and gambling.
What's more is the fact that I realize that my recovery doesn't come with a finish line, and I will have to monitor it on a daily basis for the rest of my life.
But that is just fine with me, since it helps keep me on my toes.
Perhaps the best part is that I choose to help others who are also saddled with this disease, and, by doing so, reinforce my own dedication to remain clean and sober.
Therefore, I view it as a win-win situation.
So, what are you recovering from?
Alcohol, drugs and compulsive gambling like me, an eating disorder, too much shopping, an uncontrollable sex urge, or something totally different, like constantly being down on yourself and living with low self-esteem?
Cheer up, because I am here to reveal to you - if nobody has ever told you this before - that you were born with greatness and unlimited potential.
Yes, you read me correctly. You have the innate talents and abilities to succeed at so many different things, if you only believe this too, and give yourself a chance.
You might be great at singing, dancing, fixing automobiles, fashion, mathematics, making people laugh, photography, or, dare I say, writing!
The point is that you must surround yourself with positive, supportive people, who aren't going to bring you down to their level of pessimism.
You also must believe in yourself, and that there is nothing in life you cannot accomplish, if you work hard, stay focused, and remain dedicated to the task at hand.
Remember, you were born to leave your mark in this world, so start doing so today!
We are all waiting!
To many of us, admitting we are recovering, or "in recovery," tells the world we are weak. However, I think it is just the opposite, and it demonstrates the strength necessary to realize that sometimes we need to get ourselves a "tune up," and take stock of our situations.
I have now been clean and sober for five years, seven months and 23 days, but am still in recovery from addictions to alcohol, drugs and gambling.
What's more is the fact that I realize that my recovery doesn't come with a finish line, and I will have to monitor it on a daily basis for the rest of my life.
But that is just fine with me, since it helps keep me on my toes.
Perhaps the best part is that I choose to help others who are also saddled with this disease, and, by doing so, reinforce my own dedication to remain clean and sober.
Therefore, I view it as a win-win situation.
So, what are you recovering from?
Alcohol, drugs and compulsive gambling like me, an eating disorder, too much shopping, an uncontrollable sex urge, or something totally different, like constantly being down on yourself and living with low self-esteem?
Cheer up, because I am here to reveal to you - if nobody has ever told you this before - that you were born with greatness and unlimited potential.
Yes, you read me correctly. You have the innate talents and abilities to succeed at so many different things, if you only believe this too, and give yourself a chance.
You might be great at singing, dancing, fixing automobiles, fashion, mathematics, making people laugh, photography, or, dare I say, writing!
The point is that you must surround yourself with positive, supportive people, who aren't going to bring you down to their level of pessimism.
You also must believe in yourself, and that there is nothing in life you cannot accomplish, if you work hard, stay focused, and remain dedicated to the task at hand.
Remember, you were born to leave your mark in this world, so start doing so today!
We are all waiting!
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Catherine,You have come such a long way to be where you are now in your recovery.
I am so happy and proud of you, not only for your continued dedication to your own recovery and happiness, but due to the way you have decided to share the message with others, in order to help them as well.
I hope you can give yourself a pat on the back too, because I know that we, as addicts, are our own worst enemy.
But you really deserve all the accolades you have been receiving from myself and others.
You are truly an inspiration and role model to everyone with the disease of addiction, and I wish you nothing but the best!
since we know each others recovery stories, my *Demon* was addicted compulsive gambling. I have no ill will towards those who can gamble normal, for the Fun & Entertainment value, but for many of us, we simply can't.
As Gamblers Anonymous states, "Addicted gambling can not be Cured, but can be arrested".....My 2 cents is that a two-fold treatment plan needs to be in place, Behavioral/emotional therapy, in or out patient program, and a Good Support plan through GA, Celebrate Recovery, and many Good support websites to be with others who know what your going through like, www.recoverysocialnet.com www.SupportGroups.com and our own blogs: http://gman.18.wordpress.com http://catherinelyonaddictedtodimes.w... are good resources as sharing our recovery with others is a Very Powerful Tool!! All The Best Gary! *Catherine*