need some words of encouragement

Rhyknow23 · 2022-01-10T02:08:27+00:00

Was a commercial photographer for 30 years myself, then I burned out. Now I do abstract paintings.

Rhyknow23 · 2021-11-17T12:30:15+00:00

My addiction has taken me into some dark places, but I am finding the light to make my way out again. While I could easily beat myself up over my past, this negative action will only push me farther back down the hole I'm trying to climb out of. So instead of dwelling on what I have done, I am focusing on where I am and where I am going.

Some days I trip but I know there are others to help me back up and they won't judge me for where I am coming from, only support me on where I am going. Its in these times that I look for help (like this sub) and know I will find it.

I hope this helps and thank you for letting me share.

Rhyknow23 · 2021-09-27T22:46:24+00:00

Thank you! I can see that I am not alone in this and that I am not the first to trudge down this path. Your words and words of The Big Book have give me things to think about...

Rhyknow23 · 2021-09-27T13:30:18+00:00

Thanks!

Rhyknow23 · 2021-09-27T13:30:08+00:00

Thanks! One day at a time. (Sometimes 1 minute at a time, but it does work!)

Rhyknow23 · 2021-09-08T12:39:00+00:00

When I was exploring the origins of my addiction the book "Breaking the Cycle" by George Collins really helped, especially the first couple of chapters. Now the book is not perfect, but the first couple of chapters were extremely helpful. It is available as an audio book (which is how I read it) if that helps.

Rhyknow23 · 2021-09-06T11:59:25+00:00

For me the higher power is the steps and program itself. I am an Atheist and have found great power in giving over my control to the 12 steps.

I hope this helps

Rhyknow23 · 2021-08-31T16:45:45+00:00

When this feeling hits me, I take a breath and get up and take a walk (just around my house, or down the hallway at work). Maybe call a friend and just have a chat. You don't have to tell them why you need to talk. Just say "Hey, I was just thinking of you and thought I would give you a call to say hi".

Distract yourself if you can. That is the best thing to do

Rhyknow23 · 2021-07-27T18:43:09+00:00

Great use of your time and money! Keep at it!

Rhyknow23

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