Instincts are there for a reason, but when it comes to addiction, they get out of whack and can send you spinning out of control.
We all have God-given instincts that revolve around sex, socializing and security. Unfortunately, most addicts overdo all of them. We’ve never had any kind of limitation on any of these instincts, and we run on our own self-will. Like so many addicts, I didn’t believe I had any character defects. If everyone else would just get in line everything would be fine.
The truth is, I did have character defects and every one of them stemmed from these three instincts. Fortunately, around the time I realized this, I was ready for God to help change these areas of my life. Of course, that’s easier said than done. (more…)
Putting an end to “no, never!” thinking makes for lasting recovery.
In recovery, it’s no longer all about us – and that’s a good thing.
This tricky technique lets us feel okay about doing things we never imagined possible. 
There’s no room for ego in the recovery process. 
When you take that moral inventory, don’t forget to include what’s good about you. 
When it comes to true recovery, it’s important to write it all down. 
Hanging on to past hurts only hurts you and your chances of experiencing true recovery. 