You can find meaning in the every day. In the big and small that you see. In recovery, meaning can be found by considering what life is like through the lens of recovery instead of the lens of addiction. Take a look at the below slideshow for examples of meaning in recovery.
Recovery is.........
Recovery is waking up rested, without dread and regret for the events of yesterday.
It is having the freedom to think what your day could be instead of what is must involve.
It is not judgemental and allows mistakes both of self and others.
Recovery is feeling the sun on your face, hearing birdsong, and feeling the wind in your hair.
It is being able to cheer on your team without ill feeling for the other side.
It is acting with kindness to keep what you have.
Recovery is laughter and tears and all the emotions in between.
It is the smile of a loved one and a hug from a friend.
It is truth and integrity, connection and sharing.
Recovery is gratitude and appreciation of what you have and what you will have.
It is realising other people matter and have their place in the world
It is seeing good and wanting to add to it.
Recovery is looking up at the stars with awe and wondering how they came to be.
It is no longer being beholden to drink or drugs.
It is being proud of your part in yesterday and eager for what you might add to tomorrow.
