“3 years ago on Christmas morning I decided to give myself the gift of sobriety.

Here are some things I’m reminded of as I reflect back on my recovery journey:

Going to therapy is an act of self-love

Alcohol will never make any bad situation better

Feeling my feelings is painful but not as painful as ignoring them

If I find myself trying to prove my worth to someone who makes me feel bad, I’m dumpster diving for love

The “bad” sides of me can also be the “good” sides of me. Everything isn’t black and white. I am neither “good” or “bad”. I am human 

Denying my feelings is like pressing pause on my recovery journey 

Toxic positivity can be dangerous for me. Admitting I’m sad is my pathway to happiness 

Being sober doesn’t make everything better, but it helps me deal with everything better

Perfectionism is keeping one foot in the past and one foot in the future, pissing on the present

The way people treat me is a reflection of how they feel about themselves 

Hurt people, Hurt people

Complaining about something without taking action to make changes is fear 

Asking for help is courage 

People want to help people who want to help themselves

The easiest and most compassionate way to show someone I care is by taking the time to listen 

We are all on a journey walking each other home. Be Kind.” —Cheri Garcia

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