Do you ever get overwhelmed with the weight of your sobriety journey? Is it hard to remain focused and undistracted on a daily basis? If so, today’s post is for you. Today we delve into reflecting on our recovery path and musing over where we could use some improvement.
It can be intimidating to take stock of our paths but approaching sobriety in an honest, introspective way is paramount in sustaining progress — let us embark on this self-discovery together!
Daily Reflections October 16
This is not an overnight matter. It should continue for our lifetime.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 84
Taking Step Ten means applying self-examination to your behavior and reactions throughout each day, not just occasionally or frequently. As someone with many years of sobriety under my belt, I can now appreciate the true meaning behind this step – you must strive for continuous reflection on how you reacted in any given situation if you are determined to stay sober over time.
My journey through soberness has been marked by a continued understanding of the Ten Steps, but there have been moments where I’ve found myself taking a step back to observe the whole picture.
The strength that comes from this daily practice is something I’m grateful for and would encourage others to embrace. By no means easy, it takes both humility and mindfulness to acknowledge our missteps, give apologies where they are needed, and continue on with grace and clarity.
Furthering my knowledge of the journey I’m on has helped me find grace in it; each day I can remind myself to stay present and strive toward a greater understanding of sobriety.
Change may never come overnight, but our day-to-day actions remain capable of creating meaningful, lasting impact in our lives if we choose actively address them – striving for honest self-reflection day after day.
