Exploring Options - 10/16/10

I started this road to recovery about 10 months ago, but I have found it to be a very slow and challenging process. We all look for a quick fix for things in life, however that places an unrealistic expectation on ourselves. This journey of recovery will be one which is slow and pain filled as I explore and develop a new identity.

Despite the fact that I've made progress in many areas regarding my addiction, I still find it difficult to find new coping strategies. These methods we learn on our way will provide us with tools to use when fighting back urges to act out.

Up to this point, I've found very little to help fight these desires until I had a breakthrough last week. I was never much for writing, and certainly never found my writing skills to be of any significance. However, once I began to write out my thoughts and feelings, compiled with the ability to read over those thoughts has provided me with a refreshing experience. Sharing these thoughts and feelings with others has provided me with a network of people who are willing to provide me with feedback. Its this feedback that can help me and other addicts think outside the box, and bring a heightened sense of awareness surrounding our issues.

Considering we live in a world filled with technological advances, I figured I should utilize these avenues to my advantage in helping myself and others. Blogging is something I've never considered. With that being said, I'm looking for a fresh start with trying something new outside of my addiction. I sincerely hope this turns out to be a very rewarding coping skill that continues me on the path to a healthier lifestyle.