Loosid Sober Tip of the Day March 07

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

🥲 I Am not alone

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#4

No you are not alone .. you have an entire community surrounding you.

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#7

I drove by a tiny sign outside a church in my neighborhood that read “AA Noon” for about 3 years and knew that someday I would need to start going to those meetings, but I felt shame that I couldn’t just control my drinking on my own and didn’t want to admit to myself and to my friends that I had a problem. One day, almost 4 years ago, I determined the need for help was greater than the shame of admitting I had a problem beyond my control. I finally went to that noon meeting and found a room full of fellow alcoholics in various stages of recovery. I was slow to finally get a sponsor and start active recovery, but the more I speak up and ask for help, the more I am meeting people who want to help.

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#8

I go to meetings. But I still struggle. That little monster sometimes creeps up. I was sober for a little over a year. I’m thinking about getting a sponsor.

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#9

“We know how you feel“ was the most impactful message I heard early in recovery…. I didn’t think anyone could possibly know how I felt….

#10

Not only am I an alcoholic I am also powerless over alcohol. I have a disease that tells me I can drink. So I also have a thinking problem. I have learned a new way to live through AA. I am in service, go to meetings and stay in the middle of the herd.

#12

I never respond to comments on this app, but I was scrolling through and saw your comment. Do you have any idea how much courage you have for recognizing that you have a problem with a substance and are taking steps to address it? I'm proud of you, even if that seems weird coming from a stranger. If anyone gives you any s, send em my way, I'll straighten them out.

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#13

The kryptonite to this stigma for me was the acceptance of myself, my true self.

#14

I don't drink because I take suboxone and it is almost a literal impossibility to drink on that stuff. I take Suboxone because I did not ask for help enough the first 19 years of pain and eventually turned to Needles and Fentanyl don't be like me. I will never have a chance for a normal life. The idea of full time employment, meaningful loving relationships Etc are all myths or so I tell myself to lessen the depression. And every trip to the VA reminds me that I have it good. I spend a lot of time in cemeteries, meditating and among the peaceful. It puts a lot in perspective because Even though I may feel like I would rather be dead, it is a choice I have to make. Typically I am the only one there who even has living as an option.