Sometimes it seems wrong, speaking of restored to sanity. Were we ever there to begin with? Probably, but so long ago, it seems to predate memory. But whatever, it does come true. We come in hopeless, helpless, unable to manage […]
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Sort of Recovered
I can tell you how to mend relationships, find satisfaction — even joy – in life, alone or together, hale or unwell, in spite of others. Find a meeting, get – and use – a sponsor, work the Steps, recover. […]
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Courage is something you shouldn’t be afraid to have. ~ Major Frank Burns Courage. The ability to do that which frightens you. Strength in the face of pain, confronting guilt. Bravery. Pluck. Guilt. Facing Fear. This short word somehow touches […]
Continue reading »The Problem with Willpower
…willpower does nothing for my disease. Applying willpower to this compulsion is like applying an antibiotic to a viral infection. It will never have any effect. ~ Voices of Recovery (Kindle Locations 862-864). A leg cramp in the night, drilling through […]
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For many of us, this freedom came when we took step three and turned the entire problem over to our Higher Power. Suddenly we no longer thought much about food and eating. When mealtime came, we ate moderately, felt satisfied, […]
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