May 22, 2019
During my active addiction I was exceptionally self-centred and self-absorbed. I masked my emotional pain by being very judgmental, and spent most of the time wallowing in self–pity and trying to control things that can not be controlled.
Although there is much work to be done, I noticed some small things – I’m turned off by negativity, and leave these situations.
I’m becoming far less judgmental, spending less time finding fault and more time actively listening to people.
And, yes, I’m smiling much much more.
One person here at treatment said when I walked in, I looked angry and unapproachable.
Now, I’m all smiles and it’s beautiful, she said.
This is healing.
This is recovery and I am grateful.
