PEACE
Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart.
~ Unknown
COURAGE
Courage. It does not mean the absence of fear. It means moving forward in the presence of fear.
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These are two important concepts in the world of addiction and recovery. Feeling numb, isolating, avoiding risk, does not bring peace of safety. People engage in addictive behaviors looking for a sense of peace, pleasure and fulfillment that is never enough and never lasts...
Many times addicts stay in their addictions because they are afraid of what might be on the other side of recovery...they think others that achieve recovery are somehow fearless, more courageous, different. The truth is, we all experience fear...We have to choose to move forward in spite of it...
May you take your next step in recovery in spite of fear and may you find true peace in your journey towards freedom.
peace, hope and love,
Lily
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