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I have seen this technique work wonders for many folks in recovery from substance addictions. I have also seen this work for those in recovery from other issues that they are working on. The core of the exercise revolves around the idea of "owning your recovery" and "creating a custom recovery program".
For almost a decade, I attempted to stop using drugs and alcohol. I tried various recovery programs (AA,NA, SMART), I went to rehab twice, tried to quit cold turkey, tried replacing one thing for another, getting a sponsor, going down various spiritual paths... Most of these approaches had elements that were effective and worked pretty well, but for me, each program had gaps that I would exploit and that would lead me back to the drugs and alcohol. Now, I understand that I have not earned a significant amount of clean time, so take my advice with a grain of salt. However, My program this time feels much different then than my past attempts. Here's why... I have taken suggestions and elements from each of the programs listed above and combined them to make my own custom recovery program that works for me. The most important elements of my custom recovery program are listed below...
If you are staying clean and sober then you are doing it right! I simply wanted to pass on my thoughts and some of the things that I have learned to be effective on my road to recovery. If something different works for you, than I am glad it does! In fact, I would like to hear what works for you, because chances are it could help me or someone else. __________________ Recovering from the past. Growing in the present. Planting seeds for the future. Dx: Bi-Polar II, PTSD, ADHD, SUD Rx: Methadone 100mg, Lamictal 300mg, Abilify 10mg, Buspar 40mg, Clonadine 0.3mg, Trazodone 50mg, Nexium 20mg, Allegra 180mg |
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Hey Bonsaiguy I have 6 years of continuous sobriety so I hope your journey is as fulfilling as mine has been, and I loved this post.
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The only other thing I would add is helping others or service to others. I volunteer and its usually recovery related. i go into the women's prison and run meetings. I give people rides. I have taken women to the hospital. When you are helping others its very hard to be self centered and dwell on your own problems. __________________ "I carried a watermelon?" President of the no F's given society. |
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Looking back at my post, I certainly agree with you about giving your time and helping others. To me, this has proven to be very important in abstaining from any addiction. I always enjoy hearing other peoples examples of how they volunteer and give back to others. For me, simply being in the rooms and engaging with others on this forum have proven to provide a lot of healing and have contributed a lot to my recovery. I bet I could experience the fruits of this much more if my time was more directed. Fascinating response. Thank you so much, friend. __________________ Recovering from the past. Growing in the present. Planting seeds for the future. Dx: Bi-Polar II, PTSD, ADHD, SUD Rx: Methadone 100mg, Lamictal 300mg, Abilify 10mg, Buspar 40mg, Clonadine 0.3mg, Trazodone 50mg, Nexium 20mg, Allegra 180mg |
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i fully believe that everyone's recovery is different and there's no one size fits all.
I've struggled for years in various programs and have always relapsed. This time around I'm taking various pieces from different recovery programs, and therapy, and medication (antabuse), and I feel good about it. The other thing I've done, is adopt the attitude that I will do whatever it takes to not go off my antabuse and relapse. And if that means hibernating in my apartment and ordering my food in, well I'm good that. splitimage |
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I can totally relate to the "by any means necessary" approach. I can know longer deny the consequences of my actions. The reality is my wife hates the man I become when I use. My family hates him. And I hate him. He tries to kill me. I've actually brought her into my recovery by asking her for help. It has been really great to have her involved. It means a lot to the both of us and this time I feel fully equipped for success. Good luck to you, my friend! __________________ Recovering from the past. Growing in the present. Planting seeds for the future. Dx: Bi-Polar II, PTSD, ADHD, SUD Rx: Methadone 100mg, Lamictal 300mg, Abilify 10mg, Buspar 40mg, Clonadine 0.3mg, Trazodone 50mg, Nexium 20mg, Allegra 180mg |
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