When will the regain of motivation come back ? I’m

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#1

When will the regain of motivation come back ? I’m starting to feel the depression state creep in :weary:

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#2

Good Morning Leigh :sunny: You’ve got 22 days! Let’s be grateful for that today. You woke up sober and with a clear mind. You didn’t do anything crazy that you have to be ashamed about. You may want to adjust your daily schedule a little bit. It’s best if you can set aside a little time each day for self care. Self care is both a mental and a physical thing. Physical is a bit more concrete and easier to do. Put aside some time to get some exercise. Whether it’s hard core training or just a nice brisk walk, you will benefit from this in many ways. On the mental side, prayer, meditation, quit lit, inspirational readings and podcasts, are several ways that can help you. It takes time and practice. Be patient with yourself. You didn’t get sick overnight, and it’s going to take time to heal. Just be diligent in your daily self care. In the beginning we sometimes say “fake it until you make it”. Just keep doing the right things and eventually you will feel the difference. In the meantime, it’s great that you are reaching out and asking for help! That’s harder than actually doing the work. You can do it! Have a beautiful and blessed day :pray::peace_symbol:

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#3

Good morning! Absolutely, I am. Thank you for that insight. I love what you said “ you didn’t get sick overnight” I have to keep reminding myself this is a disease and like any other type of disease it takes time to treat it. Thanks so much for your kind words! I hope you have a great day :slightly_smiling_face:

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#4

Have you tried fellowshipping with others in the same situation you are in? Like meetings? Helps to surround yourself with motivated people in recovery. It’s a slow process yet the longer you stay sober the easier it gets. Good luck

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#5

I have not. In my IOP they encourage attending meetings. I unfortunately, have not found comfortability in attending as of yet.

#6

Motivation is still an issue for me 2+ years in, but we are all different and have different circumstances. But, I do understand, why was is easier when I was using to be motivated?? IDK.

Keep trying the meetings they make a huge difference

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#7

I have not attended one yet. That’s going to be on my list to do starting next week