24Hour Recovery Connections Part 351
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Join Date: May 2013
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Love can be its own reward.
—Arnold Label
The feeling of attachment, of being related, of caring about someone, is what life is all about. Before recovery, we may have feared we could not love anyone. When we feel love, we may also feel cheated because our affections aren't returned, as we want them to be. Or we may think relationships are just too complicated and painful. It's true that relationships are difficult at times. The only thing more difficult is having none.
In this quiet moment, let's reflect on our relationships. Close attachments to both men and women are essential to our progress. Without them, we would not be in recovery. We don't need to say to our friends, "What have you done for me?" We can feel an inner fullness and satisfaction, knowing we have relationships we truly care about and we are accepted as we are. That alone is a remarkable reward.
I appreciate the joys my relationships bring.
—Arnold Label
The feeling of attachment, of being related, of caring about someone, is what life is all about. Before recovery, we may have feared we could not love anyone. When we feel love, we may also feel cheated because our affections aren't returned, as we want them to be. Or we may think relationships are just too complicated and painful. It's true that relationships are difficult at times. The only thing more difficult is having none.
In this quiet moment, let's reflect on our relationships. Close attachments to both men and women are essential to our progress. Without them, we would not be in recovery. We don't need to say to our friends, "What have you done for me?" We can feel an inner fullness and satisfaction, knowing we have relationships we truly care about and we are accepted as we are. That alone is a remarkable reward.
I appreciate the joys my relationships bring.
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Location: UK
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Originally Posted by Sunflowerlife 
I totally get that and I think this is a matter of semantics. I am studying Feng Shui (ancient Chinese art of energy in spaces) and the word "luck" is used quite often but perhaps not the way we generally tend to use it. I personally don't see anything wrong with the term "good luck" when someone is about to start something fresh. It means, in my perception, "may you do well with your intentions" or "I wish you the best." That's all I was asking for, some well wishes on my goals this week.
Luck didn't get me here either, no doubt about that. But please let's not take away from something I wrote that was very important to me this morning. I feel like it's been picked apart and misunderstood.
Luck didn't get me here either, no doubt about that. But please let's not take away from something I wrote that was very important to me this morning. I feel like it's been picked apart and misunderstood.
I think we all know how hard you've fought (and continue to do so) in your endeavours not only to get sober but to achieve a better way of living. A healthier outlook and peace for you and your family. I think to be trying new things in an effort to address some habits that have crept in shows great self awareness and bravery.
I wish you heartfelt support in your new endeavours sweetheart. Hey if this is the thing that results in a breakthrough then Yes! Good luck!
Tell you what when it cones to luck I need a big dose sendimg my way! Wallpapering Mellys room while she's away!
Now THAT needs luck! I simply refuse to pay someone to do it but sheesh it's going to be tricky!
❤❤❤❤❤❤
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Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: UK
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Back home now!
Just when you think the benefits of sobriety are slowing down........
The journey to my parents is about 130 miles. The drive there and back has been quite the revelation. No anxiety, no sweaty palms, no getting home feeling like I need to go straight to bed for a lie down. I Just love the little things. They add up to one great big thing.
Take care sweetie pies ❤❤❤
Just when you think the benefits of sobriety are slowing down........
The journey to my parents is about 130 miles. The drive there and back has been quite the revelation. No anxiety, no sweaty palms, no getting home feeling like I need to go straight to bed for a lie down. I Just love the little things. They add up to one great big thing.
Take care sweetie pies ❤❤❤
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Location: Minnesota
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Originally Posted by Sunflowerlife
I totally get that and I think this is a matter of semantics. I am studying Feng Shui (ancient Chinese art of energy in spaces) and the word "luck" is used quite often but perhaps not the way we generally tend to use it. I personally don't see anything wrong with the term "good luck" when someone is about to start something fresh. It means, in my perception, "may you do well with your intentions" or "I wish you the best." That's all I was asking for, some well wishes on my goals this week.
Luck didn't get me here either, no doubt about that. But please let's not take away from something I wrote that was very important to me this morning. I feel like it's been picked apart and misunderstood.
Luck didn't get me here either, no doubt about that. But please let's not take away from something I wrote that was very important to me this morning. I feel like it's been picked apart and misunderstood.
Hey SFL, I don’t comment a lot on this thread, but, l have to say that you’ve changed a lot over the last few months. Changed for the bettter. Keep working for what you want and, I’m sure you’ll get it!
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Join Date: Nov 2016
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Originally Posted by joandmelandhan
Night night Neoo. Has the anxiety eased at all over the weekend? 
Yeah feeling not to bad have court again a week tomorrow so that might not be helping..
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[QUOTE=dizzybee;6791429]Beautiful morning, all!
Phoenix and Leigh and all commenting on forgiveness/acceptance - thank you. So much of this is resonating with me right now. Had a friend sincerely tell me yesterday that the only person holding on to things is me. That I'm the toughest one on myself, keeping a list of what I've done that's "wrong." That people love me for my spirit, and that spirit is not tied to any past - it's always here. Brought a tear to my eye.
Had a moment of weakness where I felt like drinking last night, really thought about, but curiosity got me through. Like where will I continue to go if I don't drink? I also didn't want to give up my 4 weeks, FOUR WEEKS, which is the longest I've had in years. Grateful for making it through.
Wishing everyone sunshine and peace, or whatever it is that feels nice to you. 24 more
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