Staying Humble: The Key to Lasting Sobriety
To be mindful of humility in our recovery is to start fresh each day with our past, to guide and encourage us, but with the willingness to remain teachable and open to sustained actions that keep us clean and sober.
Ever thought about how humility could be your secret weapon in addiction recovery? In this episode of 'Courage Recovery', Roger L'Hereault dives into why staying humble is crucial for anyone on the path to sobriety. He explains that humility helps us recognize our powerlessness over addiction, making it easier to ask for help and build a strong foundation for recovery.
But as we move forward, complacency can sneak in, causing us to lose our consistency and let our egos take over. Roger breaks down how these pitfalls can derail our progress, from ignoring co-occurring conditions to drifting away from our support networks and getting bored with our routines. He offers practical advice to keep humility front and center, like staying open-minded, reflective, and connected to those who support us.
Roger also emphasizes the importance of ongoing education about addiction, suggesting listeners check out courses on Courage Recovery's website. If you’re looking for actionable tips and heartfelt insights to bolster your recovery journey, this episode is a must-listen.