Loosid Sober Tip of the Day December 6

Sober Tips
#1

Looking further into the stigma of shame & guilt.

The definition of stigma is a mark of shame or discredit. A STAIN

The stigma that alcoholism or addiction is something to be ashamed of prevents millions of us from getting the help we need.

This is a stigma and a stain that needs to be erased because it kills the very millions mentioned above who buy into it.

Far too many of us feel it is our fault (guilt) that we cannot handle substances, while so many others can.

What you need to know is that it is not your fault.

We cannot wish it away any more than we can wish away diabetes or high blood pressure.

It is a disease and very thankfully, it is one that is 100% treatable provided that we follow a spiritual program.

It is also critical to understand you are not alone. There are tens of millions of us who share this same common bond that we can connect with and who can show you what it takes to get to the other side.

Once we understand this, the guilt and shame often completely evaporates on the spot and we become willing to receive help.

If you are new to recovery, it is absolutely critical that you know this. If you are confused, PLEASE ask questions below as our entire community is here to help you.

If you have been in recovery for a while, take this time to share some tips to let the newcomers understand they are not alone.

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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#3

It is a treatable disease based on r spiritual condition daily!

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#4

Surrender to win!

#5

I needed this. Just realized I often do feel shame & guilt. Like an icky feeling that won’t go away, mostly Bc of the stupid things I’ve gotten myself into as a result of drinking. I’m staying strong though! Have a Blessed day:)

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#6

In the beginning I was so angry I didn’t want to quit but have to. I was upset at normal people/normal drinkers, upset at program people for having it together and being happy. I didn’t for anywhere but a day at a time I made a start and found acceptance & so much peace in the rooms. 4+ yrs sober now odaat

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#7

The Shame, anger and guilt are part of the healing process and can be difficult to push through. I’m a year sober next week and still have self hating days or situations that remind me how awful I was when I was using. But my worst day sober is better than my best day in the life so I just remind myself how awful and hopeless things were a year ago today and that helps. And I was filled with guilt and shame then too, I just wasn’t doing anything about it like I am now😁

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#8

For me I had more shame while doing drugs then anything else. It was the fear of being found out. My moral compass was off and the thought of others finding out was overwhelming. The shame of my consequences for my addiction weighed heavily in the early stages of sobriety. Two years into my sobriety and I’m content with my alcoholism. I cannot drink one drop of alcohol ever again. I don’t have to hide behind the bottle. I’m very remorseful for my actions. How I pay back for the damage I caused is by working the program of Alcoholics Anonymous-daily reprieve. I’ve made a commitment to change my life, change my perspective of life and continue to grow spiritually. That’s how we relieve the shame, guilt and remorse.
“How free do you want to be?”