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Old 01-11-2013, 06:11 PM
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PresentTense
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Chloe, Welcome to SR. It sounds like you have a lot going on but that you are making strides in recovery in the midst of it all. One of the most important things I have learned in recovery is to take care of myself. It sounds so simple but for me it was hard to learn. I am also codependent and for a long time would rather kill myself fighting my daughter's addiction than focus on living my own life.

Little by little I am learning to take good care of myself and let her do the same (if she chooses). I watch comedy, read fiction, enjoy hobbies, have spa days, exercise, etc. but the single most important thing I do to take care of myself is to work my recovery program. It has saved my life...
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