Can You Trust Your Own Judgment in Addiction Recovery?
Posted on July 24, 2013
Addiction recovery requires accomplishing several tasks, including: Build and maintain motivation
Connect with others
Identify and develop alternative coping methods
Reduce resentment about changing
Identify, understand and cope with craving
Build a new, balanced life
Lead a life that is purposeful, meaningful, and happy
Stay alert for problems and follow through all the way Making Continued Progress
To accomplish these tasks, you will need to make MANY decisions along the way. However, your judgment about your addictive behavior(s) has not been good. How could you trust yourself after addiction to make decisions about recovery? You could put yourself in the hands of others (AA, a therapist, your higher power, etc.). However, many are not willing to...
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