Sometimes in our lives we are faced with obstacles that feel as if they are dragging us down, leaving us feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. This can come through the loss of a loved one or close friend, the loss of a job, a home, or even our sense of stability. In recovery, these moments can feel especially heavy. But it’s during these times that we must choose to stay grounded, keep our heads up, and trust the process because life does get better when we stay willing and open.
Recovery teaches us that even when things feel unbearable, we don’t have to face them alone. Life has a way of working itself out when we continue to do the next right thing, one day at a time. Strength isn’t about never falling it’s about getting back up and continuing forward, even when it’s hard.
Too often we lose sight of how far we’ve come and the progress we’ve made. Sometimes we just need a reminder that healing is happening, even when we can’t see it. We will overcome the things that try to pull us down if we keep moving forward, stay connected, and don’t give up. Recovery reminds us that much of the struggle begins in the mind and with faith, support, and willingness, we can change our thinking and find peace again.
By
Christopher W