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Story ChrisA 20190510
Story ChrisA 20190510
Story ChrisA 20190510
Sunday 12th May 2019
Hear ChrisA's inspiring story on 'The Pink House Chronicles' as he talks about overcoming addiction through honesty, community, and gratitude.
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51 minutes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!ChrisA's Journey: From Addiction to Gratitude
So the courage that comes from walking through our fear to change the things I can, which means to take charge of my life. That leaves me in an extraordinary place of gratitude.
What happens when someone hits rock bottom and decides to turn their life around? In this episode of 'The Pink House Chronicles', ChrisA opens up about his intense battle with addiction and the steps he took to reclaim his life. ChrisA doesn't hold back as he recounts the dark days when his addiction controlled every aspect of his existence.
Walking into his first recovery meeting, he was overwhelmed by pain and a distorted sense of time, unable to envision a future free from his struggles. But it was the community he found within the program that helped him start on a new path. One of the key points ChrisA emphasizes is the necessity of honesty in recovery. He talks about how lying to oneself and others keeps one trapped in the cycle of addiction.
Breaking free required a commitment to truth and a willingness to face reality head-on. ChrisA also touches on the concept of compartmentalization, admitting that he used to manipulate his thoughts to maintain control over his addiction. Letting go of this mental gymnastics was essential for his recovery. Another powerful element of ChrisA's story is his practice of gratitude. He acknowledges that living with a victim mentality was second nature to him, but learning to cultivate gratitude has been transformative.
Today, he regularly practices gratitude to combat pessimism and maintain his sobriety. ChrisA's journey underscores the importance of community, honesty, and gratitude in overcoming addiction. His story is a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with similar struggles, showing that change is possible with the right support and mindset.