Finding power for me is reclaiming my voice. In active addtiction I could be loud and overbearing but still be ignored - maybe that tells me something about the company I keep. But you can't choose your family and they are not fully responsible, as by not calling them to account, I have allowed it. I would either retreat into myself or let loose a barrage of emotions - neither of which delivered the desired outcome. In sobriety I have confidence to speak my mind - I can pause before I speak - I can respond instead of react - I am no longer a hostage to my emotions and I no longer have to hide behind the facade of alcohol. Jean Pledge 100 TARA (Robinson) To increase my energy this week, I am going to make a commitment to drive down to the beach for a nice walk. I am also going to give myself permission to take a mental break. I am very analytical and quite a perfectionist, so I have jumped into giving 150% of myself to this program while pushing everything else into the background. In addition, to Pledge 100, I am attending meetings, reading books, journaling, and listening to podcasts. I think I’m going to take a small chunk of that time every day and put it aside to do something creative instead. Creativity is so good for my heart and soul and my mind needs a break from thinking about sobriety/addiction/drinking 24/7. That can be exhausting! L.D. Pledge 100 TARA (Molony) CHANGES IN SOBRIETY
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