Loosid Sober Tip of the Day April 20

Sober Tips
#1

How do we get back our self- esteem?

This is a very common question with a very simple answer.

In our active addiction, self-esteem is one of the first things to go. How do we gain back our self-esteem? By doing esteemable acts.

Focus each day to doing an esteemable act. Reach out to a friend who you know is struggling and simply let them know you are thinking about them and they are not alone.

Go up to a homeless person an offer to buy them a cup of coffee or sandwich if you can afford it.

Ask the cashier at the store their name. Wish them a great day.

We tend to severely underestimate the power of simply recognizing a person and acknowledging them as an equal. Why? Because we are all equal.

Little acts of self-esteem will build momentum. Before you know it, you will be beaming with self-esteem.

How did this tip resonate with you? What are 3 esteemable acts you can do today?

Let us know your thoughts below. There are many people in the Loosid community who need to hear what you have to say.

With Love, Loosid :pray::heart:

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#2
#3

Putting out positivity to others does help me tremendously, I’m a very negative person on the outside so doing these kinds of things def helps me!

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#4

Every time I feel uncomfortable, uneasy, or even sad I reach out and ask for help. But even more importantly I look to my community and I ask what I can do to help. Or I simply check in with people and let them know they are wonderful. So many ways to help a fellow out. Giving rides, lending and ear, connecting people together, and so much more. I always feel better when I visit my elderly relative in assisted living, or carry groceries for someone. There’s always something you can do to help. Being of service helps you heal and feel better in turn.

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#5

Stay away from assholes.

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#6

Keep a smile on my face no matter what, be kind and helpful, tell somebody they matter.

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#7

I used to dwell on the fact that I was out at a bar blackout drunk so I would isolate myself worried about the judgements passed on me. Then my therapist painted a good picture for me. She said if thats the only me I give them, that’s the only me they will know. But if I am out there doing good and providing benefit or whatever, they are seeing the better parts of me. I can’t take back those depressing drunken nights but I can set the new standard for how I am viewed and who I am as a person.

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#8

I always give homeless people change , dollar, or a cigarette!