Sober Recovery https://www.soberrecovery.com/images/og-image.gif 619 412 https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/cimg/www.soberrecovery.com/619x412_85/214/1-BigPicture2-123214.png 20 Affirmations of Recovery to Use All Year Long By Dominica Applegate Sober Recovery Expert Author Jan 5 2016 Share to Twitter Share to Facebook 1. Above and BeyondIf you could see your life from the outer distance of the galaxy, things would look a lot different. Look at the big picture and remember to keep it simple. It’s never too late to start enjoying the journey. 2. A Life with MeaningStaying on the road to recovery isn’t always easy, but the rewards are well worth staying the path. Remember this the next time you come across a huge hurdle. 3. Pushing BoundariesSometimes, our thoughts can lead us to a place that isn't good for us, especially if you allow them to get stuck in a negative spiral. Keep your thought life in check and make sure they move you towards the right direction. Looking for inspiration? Here are 20 meaningful positive affirmations to help you through your journey to recovery. Treatment Facilities Connections Mental Health Southeast Addiction Center Texas Recovery Advocates Lake Ariel Recovery Center 4. Lessons LearnedEveryone has a unique story to tell—each with its own set of good, bad and victorious moments. Go ahead and share yours. You'll never know who your story can help. 5. No RegretsFrom time to time, we find ourselves in situations where we feel afraid. Pushing through and facing our fears instead of backing down shows not only brevity, but resilience. 6. Moving ForwardBe easy on yourself as you navigate your recovery. Rest assured that each day—one step at a time—you are moving forward in your journey. 7. The Power of ThoughtsSome people do relapse, but others do not. Try not to focus so much on whether you will or won’t and simply enjoy each day of your recovery as they come. After all, energy tends to flow where your attention goes. 8. Just Say YesRemember, acceptance is the first step to creating a beautiful and happy life. So if you're having difficulty embracing your current situation, then you're also denying yourself of the opportunity to either revel in the positive things that are happening, or create the circumstance you actually want for yourself. 9. Relentless OptimismNot every day goes as planned, but that's alright. The world is a beautiful rose garden despite a few thorns you'll have to navigate around. Never stop believing that tomorrow can be wonderful. 10. Settling the DustIt's not always easy to give up control, but what many people don't realize is that letting go can actually open them up to new and exciting experiences. When you begin to trust that your life won't go haywire if you allow yourself a few moments to relax, only then will you be able to enjoy some peace of mind. 11. ConsistencyThere's no shortcut to achieving success, especially in recovery. You have to be diligent and willing to put in daily effort and hard work. In the end, when you experience the joys of a life fully recovered, you'll come to realize why you started this journey in the first place. 12. Choosing WiselyIt's important that we recognize the impact of each decision we make on our lives. Some of them can be very small and mundane, but others are powerful enough to alter the course of our lifetime. Remember to commit to choices that will have a positive impact on your recovery. 13. Thoughts Become ThingsOur thoughts tend to determine how we feel, and how we feel usually determines how we act. Therefore, keep in mind that the more positive thoughts you entertain, the happier your life will become. Train your brain to see the good in every situation and not to allow negative thinking seep through. 14. Ghosts of the PastWhether or not you're in recovery, life will continue to throw some challenges your way. However, having to face them with a clear mind is still a much better situation compared to struggling through them on top of being in the pits of addiction. 15. On TrackNot everybody makes it out of addiction, but you're now well on your way. Keep this in mind as you travel down the road to recovery. As long as you stay on the path with an optimistic attitude, you'll likely realize that the rewards of sobriety are well-worth struggle. 16. Knowing the correct solution makes life go so much easier.Life's challenges can sometimes get so overwhelming that we seek to escape through the use of substances. Oddly enough, many of us seem to think that a mere beverage or chemical can somehow relieve us of our responsibilities and burdens. The truth, however, is that the best step to solving your problem is facing them head-on. 17. Eyes on the PrizeWe are multifaceted individuals who have darker and lighter sides, but try not to spend too much time dwelling on the wrong side. Take a hard look at yourself, your life or your current situation and deliberately choose to see the good parts. You'll find that your mood will turn for the better and you'll feel much happier. 18. One More TimeIt's one of the first lessons we learn as children—standing back up and trying again after we stumble and fall. Each and every single time we don't succeed, it's so important that we take it in stride, dust ourselves off and give it another go. It's the only way for us to eventually get it just right. 19. SerenityEach and every one of us desire peace in our hearts and one of the best ways to achieve it is through utter acceptance. When we are completely in harmony with our surroundings and every facet of our lives, nothing in the world can bog us down. 20. Writing Your Own StoryYou are an active designer of your own life. You have to determine who you are now, define your goals for the future and create an action plan to attain them. After all, you only get one chance to live the life you've always dreamed of. Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus.