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I liked this post! I think it amounts to one step at a time while searching out those world records so to speak! sam
posted by
sam444
on May 5, 2010 at 4:57 AM
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It is a great feeling to have overcome this as I can read through this very wise write dsm. Yes, many times we read and quote little prayers for affirmation and strength within ourselves. Thank you for stopping by and congratulations on your achievements.
posted by
shobana
on May 5, 2010 at 4:57 AM
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Re: tch
I wish I could have said it like you did Justi. My heart swelled reading your comments here.
"God is the answer for ease and strength in this quest I believe! I find those of a faith who do not believe you can be lost after salvation have the hardest time giving all over to him, they think it is okay whatever, just a hinderence. Not so at all. I am proud of you, God's got your back whether you are accepting it or not, he has a purpose for you and I hope you will soon give Him the credit for that."
I want share something with you. When I read this, I broke down. It's all true, every word. I was crying so much that my wife asked me what was wrong...lol. I showed her and she agreed. Then we prayed and gave thanks for our blessings. I just can not say enough how these words affected me. Lol, you know how you feel after a good cry? Lol, it has taken me thirty minutes to type this comment. God bless you all.
posted by
RedStatesMan
on May 4, 2010 at 6:58 PM
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Bravo my friend... wise words indeed. xoxoxo
posted by
Sinome
on May 4, 2010 at 6:57 PM
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Amen!
Your references to God and your battle and how you are taking one day at a time...incredible. Everyone on this website can take an education from this one post. The words that you are typing can be taken to battle so many things in all of our lives not just addiction. I think you all understand what I am trying to convey here. Whether you are struggling with finances, a relationship, issues at work or addictions, everything that dsm is saying here can be used as to combat our issues in life.
Thank you dsm for sharing this with me. This is strength for us all.
GREAT POST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
posted by
RedStatesMan
on May 4, 2010 at 6:50 PM
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Reminds me of that hymn "one day at a time"
posted by
Straightforward
on May 4, 2010 at 6:34 PM
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I enjoyed the religious nature of this, as you dealt and continue to deal with your addiction.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on May 4, 2010 at 5:25 PM
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I can say I have an addiction to shopping and when I shop there is a peace over me
posted by
Lanetay
on May 4, 2010 at 12:42 PM
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tch
I liked your post. I also liked Wiley's post. After having lost two sons to alcohol one of which was heavily into AA and had been clean three years until one-day! That was the day he died. I began studying, learning and becoming involved and for almost 14 years I have worked with several different types of groups and have seen many wonderful long lasting success, I have been made aware of the strong fact that those who really believe only God can make the difference make it, live it and come out with with greater ease. It is a celebration for me each time I walk into a group under whatever name and see they are searching, walking, trusting and to that moment they are free of drugs, alcohol or any other addiction. God is the answer for ease and strength in this quest I believe! I find those of a faith who do not believe you can be lost after salvation have the hardest time giving all over to him, they think it is okay whatever, just a hinderence. Not so at all. I am proud of you, God's got your back whether you are accepting it or not, he has a purpose for you and I hope you will soon give Him the credit for that.
posted by
Justi
on May 4, 2010 at 12:01 PM
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Teach
I am happy you're sober too, that was a good post. I don't get out to meetings anymore, it took me about 40 years to admit it was God who got me this way, AA was a useful tool along the way.
Then, in my case anyway, years of psychotherapy while sober and in AA, taught me why I had the alcoholism symptom in the first place. Now at my age it became impossible to get out like I used to, but I have learned that the most important part of sobriety is understanding that God gave me this gift that has kept me sober 42 years. Have a happy week.
posted by
WileyJohn
on May 4, 2010 at 11:02 AM
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I know those who are successfully doing it, and those who think they can't or don't even want to try. What you say is so true.
posted by
TAPS.
on May 4, 2010 at 9:18 AM
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