I learned from others that most of us in recovery do not stay abstinent long enough so that the benefits of new found sobriety may begin to emerge.
Today, I completely agree - at 11 months biological and cognitive changes are still occurring. Mending relationships are just beginning to show signs of healing - life is beginning to richen daily. Fruit will bear, I am certain.
This is what ** groups talk about sometimes - don't leave before the miracle happens. I cannot expect to repair many years of damage to body, mind and spirit in a few months. It takes many, many years I can see.
I intend on sticking around and being present for all of it@!
Thanks for the thread - great way for many of us to remind ourselves and each other the why! WE are all so worth it!!