Tell the truth—to yourself first.
Recovery grows when we stop minimizing our feelings. If today feels heavy, say that. If today feels good, honor that. Honesty with yourself keeps resentment, shame, and relapse from quietly taking root.
Meditation (3 minutes):
Sit with your feet on the floor and your hands relaxed.
Breathe in slowly… count to four.
Hold for two.
Exhale for six.
As you breathe, gently ask yourself:
“What am I really feeling right now?”
Don’t analyze it. Don’t judge it. Just listen.
Then repeat silently:
“I can face my feelings without escaping them.
They will not harm me.
They will pass.”
End by setting a simple intention:
“Today, I choose honesty, connection, and sobriety—just for today.”
Reminder:
Feelings aren’t failures. They’re signals. And sobriety gives you the clarity to hear them.