Loosid Sober Tip of the Day March 08

Self-loathing is one of the biggest challenges so many of us share in common before entering a spiritual program of recovery.

Many of us bang our heads against the wall wondering why we can’t stop.

As we have discussed before, the stigma that we cannot stop because of a lack of willpower is 100% incorrect.

We cannot WILL away alcoholism or addiction any more than we can will away diabetes, cancer or any other disease.

The truth is, we can only stop and stay stopped through working a spiritual program of recovery.

One of the biggest parts is forgiving ourselves… and loving ourselves.

When we recognize it is a disease, it is only then that we realize that it is not our fault.

Thankfully, we have a disease that is 100% treatable, provided that we work a daily spiritual program.

Until we understand this, we will continue to think there is something wrong with us.

Just for today, take solace in the fact that there is nothing wrong with you.

Know that you are not alone and there are millions of people who can show you precisely what they do each day and every day to live a beautiful sober life.

You are not alone.

How did this tip resonate with you? 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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Accepting that I was truly addicted to a "disease" was my hardest obstacle. In my mind,it was my fault,that I had control of what drugs I chose do do when I chose to do them. I know different now. Accept that you are an addict from the first jackpot you hit,meaning that first blackout,that first arrest whatever it is. Then set about learning all you can about putting it in to remission. It won't "just go away" but you will know how to live with it and keep it in remission. Sponcers,recovery coaches,MEETINGS, eventually you will figure out what works for you. Just don't give up!!!!

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Before recovery? H3ll I struggle still after darn near 40 yrs

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