Our real value is in being ourselves. Basic Text, p. 105
As we work the steps, were bound to discover some basic truths about ourselves. The process of uncovering our secrets, exposing them, and searching our characters reveals our true nature. As we become acquainted with ourselves, well need to make a decision to be just who we are. We may want to take a look at what we present to our fellow addicts and the world and see if it matches up with what weve discovered inside. Do we pretend that nothing bothers us when, in truth, were very sensitive? Do we cover our insecurities with obnoxious jokes, or do we share our fears with someone? Do we dress like a teenager when were approaching forty and are basically conservative? We may want to take another look at those things which we thought werent us. Maybe weve avoided NA activities because we dont like crowds. Or maybe we have a secret dream of changing careers but have put off taking action because our dream wasnt really right for us. As we attain a new understanding of ourselves, well want to adjust our behavior accordingly. We want to be genuine examples of who we are.
Just for today: I will check my outsides to make sure they match my insides. I will try to act on the growth I have experienced in recovery.
Wow, guys Im going a little crazy here. Just came home from treatment 2 days ago and my home fills like another world to me now. I cant go to meetings like I want to and its hard. Hopefully, I can get to know some of you guys and talk. I had to go clean out my apt and found a lot of needles from before I left omgosh I thought I was going to lose it.. HELP
Hi Samantha glad you found us here and yes we can help...... I hope you still have ongoing support from your treatment centre even if you just make phone contact on a daily basis until you find some contacts within the fellowship. Take care and remember to keep it in the day, the hour, the min. Just for today I won't pick up.......
