Recovery inspiration

1. “Nobody stays recovered unless the life they have created is more rewarding and satisfying than the one they left behind.” – Anne Fletcher 2. “One of the hardest things was learning that I was worth recovery.” – Demi Lovato3. “If you can quit for a day, you can quit for a lifetime.” – Benjamin Alire Sáenz4. “Confront the dark parts of yourself, and work to banish them with illumination and forgiveness. Your willingness to wrestle with your demons will cause your angels to sing.” - August…

A Day at a Time Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016 Reflection for the Day At the suggestion of a long-timer in The Program, I began taking "recovery inventories" periodically. The results showed me - clearly and unmistakably - that the promises of The Program have been true for me. I am not the sick person I was in years past; I am no longer bankrupt in all areas; I have a new life and a path to follow, and I'm at peace with myself most of the time. And that's a far way from the time in my life when I…

Eight years ago, when I was in the behavioral health center (which means mental hospital in plain English), I learned about the power of positive affirmations. I started using some at that time, and I have tweaked them constantly over the years. I design them on my computer, print them on cardstock, laminate them, and...

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This is a letter to myself that I wrote in March 2016 (around 10 months sober), to keep and read when I needed it. I’ve read it more than a few times since then. Dear Self, If you’re reading this, I assume you are struggling to quiet the voice in your head that says you…

Here are some of the best recovery phrases that can help anyone - not just those who are trying to stop using drugs and alcohol.

I recently read an article in which Alanis Morissette addresses her struggle with an eating disorder.