What's in Your Cup? The Importance of Self-Care in Sobriety
Whatever is in our cup is what's going to come out. So how can we look at our lives? What are we putting in our cup when life happens and there is a tragedy or extreme stress? Is it resentment? Is it fear? Is it unforgiveness? Is it bitterness? What is in us? What are we dealing with?
Ever thought about what spills out when life bumps into you? In this episode of Set Free Sisterhood, Michelle Porterfield uses a simple yet powerful story to illustrate the importance of self-care in sobriety. Imagine your life as a cup filled with coffee, tea, or juice. What happens when it's jostled? The idea is to fill your cup with positive qualities like love, compassion, and peace, so that these are what spill out when life gets tough.
Michelle dives into how you can take control back from alcohol and truly thrive. She encourages you to explore what brings you joy and to fuel your body with healthy habits. Forgiveness and letting go of bitterness also play crucial roles in this journey. Michelle shares her own experiences, emphasizing the importance of managing stress and anxiety, building strong relationships, and being emotionally aware. Throughout the episode, she underscores that sobriety is a path of personal growth and development.
A supportive community and helpful resources are essential companions on this journey. If you're seeking inspiration and encouragement to thrive in sobriety, this episode is a must-listen. Remember to fill your cup with love and compassion, so you can pour these qualities out into the world.