Loosid Sober Tip of the Day July 14

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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#2
#3

Do not be Discouraged

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#4

Man I’ve struggled with heavy IV drug use for the last 3 years and before that heavy drinking and drug use and had accepted that this is who I am and what I do. I had accepted I was gonna die an addict. I’ve overdosed countless times and just gave up. But something happened I OD’d 1-5-23 and went into detox completely broken but completely willing to do anything I was told without question and realized I had no clue what I was doing. I picked up 6 months recently and before this the most time I had was a few weeks at best. To people who are new it is possible but we must being will to grow spiritually and take direction even if it doesn’t make sense to us. Dig deep every fuckin day and let’s stay present. We do recover a day at a time.

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#5

Shame , guilt and worry are an epic waste of time and energy. Living amends wins.

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#6

thanks for sharing

#7

Yes, I feel that way. That’s why it took me so many times to get sober. I told myself I can drink like everyone else. Was I fooling myself. It didn’t help that I got involved with a man that was an alcoholic himself. But, yes I do feel embarrassed that I’m an alcoholic. I rather go through child birth than this. At least child birth is over at some point.

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#8

I get what you’re saying. Getting sober is THE hardest thing I have ever done!

The funny thing is now five years sober, I realize the gift I have received from the experience that I don’t think I could’ve gotten any other way.

I learned how to surrender to. Higher power & receive the peace that I couldn’t do on my own. I learned tools to luv life in healthy way instead of numbing out my feelings. That and so much more.

Stick with and go through it. It really does get incredibly better. :two_hearts:

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#9

I needed this today. Thank you :pray:t3: Had 9 years sobriety (5 years of working AA program then put work before my recovery). Was trapped in my addiction 8 years!!! The last 3 years were an emotional mental spiritual nightmare. Now w 350 days sobriety working w sponsor, the financial consequences, shame, etc make each day so hard. Every time I see or hear someone remind me that it gets better, I get a little hope back.

#10

I can relate. But We have to get over feeling ashamed like the message said.