“Plus, in recovery you inevitably discover drinking is merely a symptom of a deeper, ill-defined struggle. Quitting drinking is step one. Staying sober is step two. But healing from a lifetime of memories and learning how to respond when triggered? That’s a lifelong journey.”
This struck me. Thank you for sharing the words I haven’t been able to find. You’ve given language to a journey that’s been hard to explain to those who haven’t walked it themselves.
“Plus, in recovery you inevitably discover drinking is merely a symptom of a deeper, ill-defined struggle. Quitting drinking is step one. Staying sober is step two. But healing from a lifetime of memories and learning how to respond when triggered? That’s a lifelong journey.”
This struck me. Thank you for sharing the words I haven’t been able to find. You’ve given language to a journey that’s been hard to explain to those who haven’t walked it themselves.
This means the world to me Jennifer. Thank you for writing!