Nelson H.
Nelson H.
"If you're going through hell, don't stop to take pictures"
"If you're going through hell, don't stop to take pictures"
"If you're going through hell, don't stop to take pictures"
Wednesday 28th July 2021
Nelson H. discusses breaking free from self-pity and avoiding everyday 'hells' in this episode of 'LOL Sober'. Tune in for insights and laughs.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Free from Self-Pity: Lessons from LOL Sober
I can make hell out of heaven in a heartbeat and it affects my recovery on a pretty regular basis.
Ever heard the saying, 'If you're going through hell, don't stop to take pictures'? It’s a phrase that’s been rattling around in Nelson H.'s mind, and in this episode of 'LOL Sober', he unpacks its meaning. Picture Nelson at a recent meeting, where someone dropped this gem of wisdom. It stuck with him, much like a catchy tune you can't shake off.
Nelson dives into what 'hell' means to him, recounting his own brutal experiences—from a life-threatening illness in college to the agonies of detoxing from opioids and alcohol. But he doesn’t stop there. He also talks about the everyday 'hells' we create for ourselves, like when he got a ticket for not registering his car for two years. Instead of owning up to his mistake, he found himself wallowing in self-pity.
Nelson highlights how easy it is to let small setbacks snowball into major dramas, especially when you're in recovery. He delves into the role of selfishness and how self-pity can be a sneaky form of it. Through his candid storytelling, Nelson encourages listeners to recognize when they’re making mountains out of molehills and to break free from the cycle of self-pity. If you're ready to shift your mindset and tackle life's challenges head-on, this episode is a must-listen.