Loosid Sober Tip of the Day November 21

I NEED HELP.

These three simple words are the most powerful words in recovery.

Remember, there is no graduation date in recovery. Every day we have the ability to learn more and put more ammunition in our spiritual toolkit.

No matter the length of our sobriety, there will invariably be times that we need help.

Whether you are starting your journey, or are long into your recovery, always put yourself in a learning mindset.

The first thing you need to remember is, when you are struggling, say the three words that no addict wants to say. These are the same three words that save us one day at a time for the rest of our lives.

They are also the same three words that started us on our sober journey.

The courage in recovery comes from our ability to be vulnerable. It’s OK not to be OK.

Just for today, have the courage to ask for help if you are struggling. You will be surprised how many people are there to support you when you do.

If you are willing to give help, reach out to your sober network to see how you can be of service. We can’t keep it unless we give it away.

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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I am so glad I said those words 176 days ago

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Once you start your sober journey you realize there’s an army of alcoholics and addicts in recovery. Most all are willing to lend encouragement and help.

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Words to live by 1 day at a time!

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I was taught not to ask for help. But I have found that when you do ask, people are either sober, struggling or want to be there for you.

I have a hard time doing that. I don’t always know what I need help with and I’m in my 50s and ivy rarely asked anyone for help. If I couldn’t I didn’t. I’ve struggled since I was a teen, asking for help was frown upon by my dad. I’m learning to understand why I’m the way I am, but I still can’t ask for help.