Gratitude and humility are powerful antidotes to addiction from "summary" of Wasted by Marya Hornbacher
To be grateful is to recognize the good in our lives, to appreciate the small moments of joy amidst the chaos. It is a powerful practice that can shift our focus away from our addictions and towards the blessings that surround us. Gratitude allows us to see that there is more to life than our destructive behaviors, that there is beauty and love waiting to be embraced. Humility, on the other hand, is the acknowledgment of our limitations and imperfections. It is the willingness to admit that we are not in control, that we need help and support to overcome our addictions. By humbling ourselves, we open the door to growth and change, to the possibility of healing and recovery. When we embrace gratitude and humility, we create a space within ourselves for healing and transformation. We let go of our egos and our need for control, and we surrender to a higher power that can guide us towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. In the midst of our addiction, it can be easy to lose sight of the good in our lives, to become consumed by our cravings and desires. But by practicing gratitude and humility, we can break free from the cycle of self-destruction and find a path towards recovery. It is not easy to be grateful when we are in the depths of our addiction, when our minds are clouded by cravings and obsessions. But it is in those moments of darkness that gratitude can shine the brightest, illuminating the goodness that still exists within us and around us. Similarly, humility can be a difficult pill to swallow, especially for those of us who have prided ourselves on our independence and self-sufficiency. But it is in our moments of vulnerability that we find strength, in our willingness to ask for help that we discover the power of community and connection. Gratitude and humility are not quick fixes or easy solutions. They require practice and dedication, a willingness to look beyond ourselves and towards a greater purpose. But in the end, they are the keys to unlocking the chains of addiction and setting ourselves free.
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