Recovery is not a straight line. Setbacks are part of the journey rather proof of failure. While I have never had a physical setback I have had mental setbacks. I've noticed no one talks about the mental setbacks. How do I change my mindset back to the light? It's feeling a little dark over here. Ty for encouraging comments not judgemental ones.
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Great post!
For me it’s steps 4-9. This is where I am able to work on changing my perspective and behaviors. My 4th step opens my eyes to my surroundings and emotional responses to external situations/distractions/situations. The fact that I do not respond but react and erratically emotional react to nearly everything. The 4th through 9th allow a pause to allow me to think. This is where my mental setbacks become fewer and fewer. Besides A.A. I have outside help as well to talk just about the mental component of my alcoholism. This is a “long road of reconstruction”. I have too repeat that ALLL the time. It took decades to corrupt my mind and soul, it will take the rest of my life to work on it… just how I deal with the “mental setbacks”.
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I can relate so much on your words. Definitely in a dark place right now. Wish I had the answers for.
Keep fighting for what you know to be true.
This isn’t your forever.
Setbacks will equal comebacks!
We are stronger than we realize.
Your past doesn’t have to become your reality.
I hope these comments help.
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