What is Love?
Today in recovery, I have learned to love myself. I struggle at times, but I have gained that love back and it feels pretty good. I love Jesus, and I love my life in sobriety. These things are the root of happiness today.
Control: A Life Long Struggle
In my addiction, I had no desire to give up control, and surrendering to God, to me meant throwing in the towel, and I am no quitter. Coming into recovery however, shifted my perspective. I finally saw that giving up my control to God was exactly what I needed.
Facing the Pain in Addiction Treatment
I am now feeling the pain I’ve caused for the first time, it’s helping me motivate myself to push through the hard times and stay clean so that in the future I can be there for my son and my family.