Recovery is possibly one of the hardest, but definitely one of the most rewarding journeys a person might face in their lifetime, and the twelve step recovery plan has been found to be a successful way for people to overcome their addictions. There are a range of different variations of this recovery plan, as it can be altered to help you with your specific needs and goals. However, many of the plans do share the same, or similar, core principles. So, if you are wondering what might be involved in a recovery journey, here is a summary of what you might expect on your path for a happier and healthier life.
Admitting that you have a problem
There are a number of different stages of the recovery process, but the first and most important step is to admit to yourself and others that you have a problem. One of the biggest issues to overcome with addiction is the secrecy and denial that comes with not wanting to move forward. Tackling this will be your biggest step, and once you do this, you can start to get on with the rest of your life.
Finding a motivator
It is important to find motivation when you are on the path to recovery, because this is what you will hold onto when you are in low moments. There are lots of different things which you can use as your motivation, from thinking about how much better you’ll feel within yourself, to keeping your friends and family in your heart. If you need something which is visible, then try posting addiction recovery quotes around your home to remind you of what you are striving towards.
Coming to terms with your wrongdoings
If there are any mistakes which you have made in association with your addiction, this is the step where you learn to accept that you were in the wrong, and make peace with your past errors. Everyone does things that they regret, but the most important thing is to acknowledge your mistakes wholeheartedly, learn from them and use them as a driving force for your recovery.
Finding solutions and making amends
Once you have come to terms with your past mistakes, you then need to start making amends for them (as long as it is in the other party’s best interests to do so). Plus, putting plans in place to ensure that these things never happen again. Not wanting to repeat past mistakes can serve as another motivator for you to stay in recovery.
Adjusting to your new life changes
Making these life changes can be difficult, so it can take some time to adjust. The important thing is to always remind yourself of why you are going through this journey, and to keep looking forward, not back.
Helping others
Once you have reached a place where you are confident in your recovery, then you can start giving back to others who have been in the same position as you have. Turn your experience into something positive by helping others to reach where you are now, by helping them begin their own journey to recovery.
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