I consider myself an easygoing person, sometimes to a fault. I tend to be a peacemaker, and don’t like conflict. Speaking up, pushing back and going against the flow are necessary for me to grow and thrive. But because this is against my nature, I have to remind myself that the easy way is often Read More
Tag: mindset
I Still Struggle
I still struggle. Progress isn’t always linear; in fact, sometimes instead of moving forward we stand still, or even backslide. Lately, it feels I’m losing ground. I am still sober and each day is another pace forward on that front. But the rest of it feels tangled and messy. I’ve completely abandoned my discipline when Read More
Mindset.
I read a post on Instagram from one of my sober heroines, Carly Benson, that eloquently captured what I know to be true through my own experience. “To quit drinking, you have to change your mind about alcohol and what it means to you.” She goes on to say, “Sustainable sobriety starts in your mind. Read More