Check-In: Shifting Perspectives & Growth in Recovery
Check-In: Shifting Perspectives & Growth in Recovery
Hey everyone, I hope you’re doing well today. 💕💪🏻Recovery is a journey of change—not just in our actions but in the way we see ourselves, addiction, and life as a whole. What we once believed to be true about addiction or recovery often shifts as we gain experience, learn, and grow.🌱
Many of us start out thinking recovery is just about quitting substances, but over time, we realize it’s about so much more. 🌟 It’s about unlearning harmful patterns, facing deep-seated fears, and discovering who we are beyond our addiction. 🌸 True progress isn’t just measured by days sober but by the internal changes we make—the way we handle emotions, navigate challenges, and rebuild our sense of self-worth.🫶🏻
That’s why I want to invite you to reflect today with these questions:
1️⃣What’s something you used to believe about addiction or recovery that you now see differently?
— Maybe you once thought relapse meant failure, but now you see it as part of the learning process. Or maybe you believed you’d never be happy sober, but now you’ve found real joy in a substance-free life. What perspectives have changed for you?
2️⃣ What’s one challenge in your recovery that you’ve been avoiding or struggling to face head-on?
— Recovery isn’t always easy. Sometimes we put off the hard work—whether it’s setting boundaries, dealing with past trauma, or addressing mental health struggles. What’s something you know you need to face, and what’s one small step you can take toward it?
3️⃣ How do you measure progress in your recovery beyond just sobriety?
— Healing isn’t just about counting days. Have you become more self-aware? Learned to cope with emotions in a healthier way? Started rebuilding relationships? What are the personal victories that remind you of how far you’ve come?
Take some time to reflect, and if you feel comfortable, share your thoughts. Your insights might help someone else who’s struggling.
Remember: Recovery is not about perfection—it’s about progress. You’re doing better than you think, and you’re not alone. Keep going! 💙
Much love,
Kayla 💕🫶🏻