Loosid Sober Tip of the Day October 1

Sober Tips
#1

Compare and despair.

Yesterday, we talked about how important it is to identify with the feelings and never to compare stories.

Comparing ourselves to others is a trap that too many people in recovery find themselves.

When we compare ourselves to others, we lose sight of the entire reason why we are in recovery… to connect with likeminded others who share our common bond.

Comparison is the death of happiness. We must look toward others with hope and, for those who may be sicker than others, we must choose empathy.

When we compare, we either feel worse about ourselves or we feel better than others. Self-pity or ego. Either path is the wrong path.

Make a commitment today to not compare yourself to others. You are exactly where you need to be.

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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#3

Comparison is the thief of joy.

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#4

This is spot on ..

#5

This a great message. I never really thought about it in that way. I definitely go to, either self pity or ego! Not much empathy :disappointed:

#6

One of my favorites :smiley:

#7

I really like that part about if we compare ourselves to others we either feel worse about ourself or we feel better than others.

I have never thought about it that way. That really helps me.

Seven days sober, going for eight! :partying_face:

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#8

I can relate totally

#9

Thank you for this reminder. I’m headed to a treatment center to do a commitment with five other people in recovery today. I have such a hard time with speaking in front of people. But I know I always learn something when I push through the vulnerability. It’s hard not to compare myself to others telling there stories of experience, strength and hope. Everyone else sounds so good and I find myself wishing that I could be like them with that ease of speaking and getting the message across. But I’m not them and comparing myself to others is the thing that tears me up and makes me want to drink. I can only do the best job that I can. That is going to be enough for today. Hopefully I can touch some one and help them like I was helped and still am.

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#10

Hi Megan — I can relate to your feelings of not seeing yourself as the most comfortable sharer. First of all you are doing it! Most who are not comfortable do not speak. They will appreciate all who do all the more… tell a funny story and always bring a message of hope!!!

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