Flirting with Relapse: A Sobering Tale of Strength and Recovery
This is the things you need to work on in your program. I'm tired of feeling like I am not a good wife and a good mother.
Imagine being seven months into your sobriety journey and feeling like you're teetering on the edge of relapse. That's exactly what the host of 'A Sober Girl's Podcast' experienced, and she bravely shares her story in this episode. With raw honesty, she recounts the mental battles she faced, the overwhelming sense of failure and disappointment, and the dangerous belief that she could drink again. The episode delves into how these thoughts crept in and almost led her back to drinking.
She explains how relapse starts in the mind long before it manifests in action, making it a constant challenge for those in recovery. But this isn't just a tale of near-defeat; it's a powerful testament to resilience. The host reveals how she used the principles of her recovery program to pull herself back from the brink on one of her toughest nights.
She emphasizes the importance of seeking help, being honest about one's emotions, and understanding that relapse is a natural part of the recovery process. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has faced similar struggles or supports someone in recovery. It's a candid reminder that healing is ongoing and requires patience, self-love, and community support.