Shame and guilt are constant companions in the battle against addiction from "summary" of Wasted by Marya Hornbacher
The weight of shame and guilt crushes me, dragging me deeper into the abyss of addiction. Every misstep, every moment of weakness, is met with a flood of self-loathing that threatens to consume me whole. I am trapped in a cycle of destructive behavior, unable to break free from the grip of my addiction. The shame of my actions haunts me, a constant reminder of my failures and shortcomings. Guilt gnaws at me, a relentless voice in my head that constantly berates me for my choices. I am consumed by a sense of remorse for the pain I have caused myself and others. I am filled with regret for the opportunities I have squandered and the potential I have wasted. Guilt hangs heavy around my neck, a millstone that drags me down into the depths of despair. In the battle against addiction, shame and guilt are my constant companions, whispering poison in my ear whenever I falter. They feed off my insecurities and fears, gnawing away at my self-worth until there is nothing left but a hollow shell. I am haunted by the specter of my addiction, a shadow that looms over me wherever I go. Shame and guilt are the chains that bind me to my addiction, keeping me trapped in a cycle of self-destructive behavior. They fuel my cravings and drive me further down the path of destruction. I am caught in a downward spiral, unable to break free from the cycle of shame and guilt that grips me tightly. In the battle against addiction, shame and guilt are formidable foes that must be confronted head-on. I must learn to forgive myself for my mistakes and shortcomings, to let go of the past and embrace the possibility of a brighter future. Only then can I hope to break free from the chains of addiction and reclaim my life.
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