Accept imperfections and setbacks in recovery from "summary" of The Real Thirteenth Step by Tina B. Tessina
It's a common belief that recovery from addiction should be a smooth, linear process - a steady march towards a perfect, sober life. But the reality is far messier. Recovery is full of ups and downs, twists and turns, setbacks and successes. It's a journey riddled with imperfections, and that's okay. Accepting imperfections and setbacks in recovery is crucial for long-term success. It's important to remember that nobody is perfect, and everyone makes mistakes. Recovery is a learning process, and setbacks are a natural part of that process. When we accept that imperfections are inevitable, we can approach setbacks with a sense of understanding and compassion, rather than self-judgment and shame. Setbacks in recovery are not a sign of failure - they are a chance to learn and grow. Each setback offers an opportunity to reflect on what went wrong, and what we can do differently next time. By accepting setbacks as part of ...
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