I love this article, such great perspective. I go to a lot of AA meetings, mainly because it's the best way for me to see sobriety in action. The fellowship and positivity in the rooms (if you find the right meetings) shows me that this is worth it. Society is so quick to persuade you to think that you need alcohol.
I also believe that there's not one perfect program. The perfect program is whatever someone does that is successful in keeping them sober. It's okay to pick and choose what is working for you...
I really liked your point about powerlessness, that's a tough one. If I am honest with myself, there were times that I was powerless, it's tough to admit, I always want to think that I am in control, but I was not. If I had the power to quit, I would have, alcohol had taken over. How many times has someone said 'I'll quit tomorrow' and then didn't, that's powerlessness.
But through detox, AA, building a community of sober minded people, meditating and hard work, I am able to take that power back, little by little. I to me, I AM not powerless, but I WAS powerless. And my plan is to never give that power back to alcohol.
Oh I loveeee “see sobriety in action” - that’s such a beautiful way to describe community! Your path really intertwines so many things beautifully and functionally. A great example of being resourceful about taking what works, being open minded and committing like hell!! Cheering you on from the sidelines 🥰👏🏻
This is great. “Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater”. Addiction is so isolating, and being in a church basement full of people just like you can light the switch. The Serenity Prayer is as perfect a statement as I've read, and as you write, there is so much wisdom in the Steps.
Yes! The wisdom is real, and community can be lifesaving. I think so many more people can benefit from a take what works and leave the rest attitude. An open mind is a wonderful thing! Thank you so much!! 🫶🏻☺️
The last paragraph is really what’s important. Great article.
🥰🫶🏻 Thank you!!
This is amazing. Thank you!
Love the Scientifically Spiritual. That’s a good way to explain how I feel too!
900 days for me today ✨
900!!! So proud of you! 🥹🥰
Thank you!
I love this article, such great perspective. I go to a lot of AA meetings, mainly because it's the best way for me to see sobriety in action. The fellowship and positivity in the rooms (if you find the right meetings) shows me that this is worth it. Society is so quick to persuade you to think that you need alcohol.
I also believe that there's not one perfect program. The perfect program is whatever someone does that is successful in keeping them sober. It's okay to pick and choose what is working for you...
I really liked your point about powerlessness, that's a tough one. If I am honest with myself, there were times that I was powerless, it's tough to admit, I always want to think that I am in control, but I was not. If I had the power to quit, I would have, alcohol had taken over. How many times has someone said 'I'll quit tomorrow' and then didn't, that's powerlessness.
But through detox, AA, building a community of sober minded people, meditating and hard work, I am able to take that power back, little by little. I to me, I AM not powerless, but I WAS powerless. And my plan is to never give that power back to alcohol.
Thank you for sharing this, keep it up!
Oh I loveeee “see sobriety in action” - that’s such a beautiful way to describe community! Your path really intertwines so many things beautifully and functionally. A great example of being resourceful about taking what works, being open minded and committing like hell!! Cheering you on from the sidelines 🥰👏🏻
We’re on a similar path. Great read thank you 💛
Love how we live in a time that allows our paths to cross! Appreciate you guys 🥰🫶🏻
This is great. “Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater”. Addiction is so isolating, and being in a church basement full of people just like you can light the switch. The Serenity Prayer is as perfect a statement as I've read, and as you write, there is so much wisdom in the Steps.
Yes! The wisdom is real, and community can be lifesaving. I think so many more people can benefit from a take what works and leave the rest attitude. An open mind is a wonderful thing! Thank you so much!! 🫶🏻☺️