We recently learned of four or five staff members – some who’ve been with us a while - who are involved in relationships they were lying about. So today, a Sunday, we're having a management group to deal with this issue.
The goal of the group isn't to punish. The goal is to discuss the emotional risks of relationships – particularly relationships we have to lie about- as well as the damage lying does to our recovery
There are some more rigid members of our management team who've suggested discharging those involved. Sometimes we have this "gotcha" mentality, an attitude that stems from an ego need to be right - to be in charge.
But our goal isn’t necessarily to be right. This doesn't always serve us well. Our goal – our mission - at TLC is to help recovering addicts rebuild their lives.
Sometimes being compassionate – rather than punitive – can help those who are limping along the path of recovery. When we can help others avoid decisions that threaten their recovery we’re fulfilling our mission.
If we can help each other change and improve our lives – this is what it's all about.
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