Sue O- Robinson TARA I think we have all had the experience where we do NOT apply diligence to our sobriety and wind up right back on the hamster wheel of torment, embarrassment, and shame. Diligence is at play when I'm completing my Pledge 100 homework, participating in our WhatsApp discussions, having a plan and 'pretty glass' at the ready when I am looking for a special NA drink to begin my evening, trying hard to make it to at least one meeting a week, and myriad other little things I'm doing that are amazingly becoming DILIGENCE in all caps. I need this. I’ve grown complacent in my addiction over the last two years and it led to relapse. So, DILIGENCE must be front and center in my life. Whatever it takes will be my mantra. I learned last Saturday that I did not plan accordingly and it almost tripped me up, I must always be prepared(diligent) for the witch to surprise me. She has nothing new to say and nothing good to offer me GREAT habits. Damn straight! -Judy M. - Robinson TARA Yes, I believe that it’s absolutely necessary to practice diligence in my sobriety- it’s really key to maintaining this way of living long-term. Routine is so important to me right now. I check in here first thing in the morning, say my pledge, and Pledge for another day on my sober app. Being part of a sober community here is so validating and empowering. I’m diligent about connecting here and responding. I incorporate exercise into the day at some point as much as possible. Lately, work has been crazy and I’ve been mentally exhausted. I’ve been thinking that I need to put a bit more focus on that area - moving my body saves my sanity and I’ve been making excuses to myself. I can at least squeeze in 21 minutes (and more!) of movement, as that is when I get relief emotionally from the stressors of the day. I always feel happier, and without a doubt, it helps me stay sober. I’ve heard people say as they reach a year, or two years sober, that they are just sick and tired of focusing on being sober. I really don’t understand that, for me anyway. I spent 40 years or so drinking. I want the rest of my life to be reveling in the fact that I kicked this addiction beast to the curb and started really living my life, healthier, happier, and free. I wouldn’t trade this for anything, and I’ll stay diligent and give my sobriety whatever it takes to keep it! Julie - Robinson TARA
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