Lessons from Long Term Sobriety
The Rigor of Honesty
The Fundamental Virtue in Recovery
The whole idea of embarking on a journey of recovery is daunting, filled with unknowns and uncertainties. But one thing I’ve learned, after years of sober living and aiding others on their path, is that honesty is the indispensable ingredient for successful recovery. It might seem cliché, but as someone who’s been on both sides of the sobriety coin, trust me when I tell you — it’s cliché for a reason.
Honesty, in its purest form, is not just about telling the truth; it’s about confronting the realities of our existence without trying to color, modify, or distort them. In recovery, this often means admitting our weaknesses, owning up to our mistakes, and taking responsibility for our actions. It’s about stripping away the layers of denial and self-deception that kept us imprisoned in our addiction.
The Foundation: Honesty with Oneself
Let’s start where it all begins — honesty with oneself. Without this, any…
