Selfacceptance is key to breaking free from the chains of addiction from "summary" of Wasted by Marya Hornbacher
Self-acceptance, in all its raw and unfiltered glory, is akin to a bright beacon of light cutting through the darkness of addiction. It is the key that unlocks the shackles binding us to destructive patterns and behaviors. Through self-acceptance, we come to understand and embrace our true selves, flaws and all, without judgment or condemnation. It is a radical act of self-love and compassion that paves the way for healing and transformation. When we deny or suppress parts of ourselves that we deem unworthy or unacceptable, we inadvertently feed the cycle of addiction. We seek solace in substances or behaviors that offer temporary relief from the pain of self-rejection. However, this relief is fleeting, and we find ourselves trapped in a never-ending cycle of numbing our emotions and running from our true selves. Self-acceptance requires us to confront our deepest fears, insecurities, and vulnerabilities with courage and honesty. It demands that we look within and acknowledge the parts of ourselves that we have long tried to bury or hi...
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