Forgiveness is the act of letting go of the idea that our past could have been different. It’s about embracing the present.
Tag: alcoholism
Dry January Survival Guide: Stay Sober & Enjoy It
I salute those who are courageously embracing Dry January in 2024 and your commitment to an alcohol-free start to the year.
Walking the Path: Choosing Adaptation Over Despair
I used to go to extreme lengths for alcohol and today must go to any lengths to choose adaption over despair and prioritize my well-being.
Rationalization: Confronting the Illusion of Control
As a recovering alcoholic and stroke survivor, I know the complexity of rationalization and how it intertwines with my illusions of control.
Parallel Paths: Sobriety and Stroke Recovery (Step 2)
Each of us is just a piece of a greater whole, and in the spirit of healing together, Step 2 reminds us to ask for help and support.
The Intersection of Sobriety and Stroke Recovery
Reflecting on life before sobriety, the grip of alcohol was the only constant while awaiting looming disaster. Responsibilities became unmanageable, bills remained unopened, and relationships strained under the weight of internal chaos. The haze of alcohol blurred reality, offering a temporary escape that transformed into an indefinite hiatus from genuine connection. A Sober Awakening Sobriety […]
Progress Not Perfection
My progress improves exponentially when it starts with fear and anxiety. Progress doesn’t always look like what you pictured.
Who I Am
As a sober alcoholic I’m being constantly molded into who I am one day at a time, shifting my mindset from fear to recognize the opportunity.
Illnesses Deep Within Us
Deep down within us there are illnesses that can’t be seen, including depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, anger, loneliness, and despair.
Freedom From Dependence
Freedom from dependence comes when I admit complete defeat. After two years of discomfort and denial, I made the decision that I could not continue to live with the chronic pain in my head, simply ignoring it.