My past doesn't define who I am, it has shaped

Recovery
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My past doesn't define who I am, it has shaped me into the person that I am now.
I still have a ways to go I'm not a very trusting person due to my past and I have trauma from past relationships where the scars run deep. I've been shot up beatin abused treated like i was worthless, almost killed nearly had my right arm beoken covering my face while being punched and hit, just talking a little bit about me right now is causing me anxiety.
I know I'm no longer who I was and I thank God everyday that I survived and came out on the otherside stronger then I ever thought possible. I'm free from drugs and alcohol and all the so called friends that were just as bad for me. I'm loving who I am becoming it's been a long time coming and I'm blessed and grateful to finally meet who I truly am.

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#2

I empathize with you. I have scars that run deep also. During my step 9 work I realized that I had to make amends to myself. I had to let go of those things that were holding me back, keeping me stuck in the past. It has taken me a long time to overcome those memories and fears allowing them to start drifting away as a dream not allowing them to be my new reality.

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#3

Let's do positive affirmations because they help.

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#4

Good morning.

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#5

Good evening

#6

Good morning.

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#7

Agreed, Misty. Today I can reflect on my past with a sense of purpose, free of shame and self loathing.

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#8

This is personal growth. We are all in this together. I'm proud of you.

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#9

Thank you Les!

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#10

I know right Mike, I'm stronger then I ever was and I've come a long way from where I was to who I am now.

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#11

Life definitely gets better with sobriety!
Keep up the good work!!!
Hmu anytime

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#12

Take it day by day. With this new found life you began to meet people that have your best interest and with time you learn the difference because you already know what it looks like for someone to not have your best interests. You’ve taken the time to rebuild your life after some pretty bad tragedies. I know that wasn’t easy but I’m extremely happy for you that you’re getting a taste of the other side. Keep up the good work!

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