Many, if not all of us in recovery have delt
with shame, guilt, remorse for actions done
while under the influence of a controlled
substance, drugs or alcohol.
Drinking or using drugs would numb
these feelings so we wouldn't, didn't,
couldn't face what we did head on or
answer for our unruly, disgraceful,
shameful actions.
With a program of recovery taught
to us and using them on a daily bases,
then we can come to terms of what
we did, admit it, accept it and work
daily on not committing those acts,
actions one day at a time.
We become honest in all our affairs
which then becomes a strength to
grow and mature on.
Today, I don't feel shame, guilt or
remorse for my actions because I
continue to live my life in recovery
incorporating tools and knowledge
taught to me and live a sober life.
Not repeating old behavior is what
will insure a healthy, happy, honest
sober or clean life.