A newcomer on probation says he has “nothing better to do" with his life than to go to 12-step meetings.
His comment inspires others at the meeting to agree.
One man pointed out that the best thing he does is attend meetings. His recovery is the “most important thing" in his life. Even more important than his marriage, his business, and his family,
And for those who raised their eyebrows at this, he went on to explain that without recovery the rest simply disappears.
We alcoholics and addicts know the truth of this statement. At one time we had everything. We thought we were having a good time getting wiped out. But one day we stepped over that line. What was once “fun” became a nightmare, a living hell.
Most of us lost everything. Our families ran us off. Our jobs and homes disappeared. Friends gave up on us because they didn't know what to do. Many of us lost our freedom.
Those in recovery can agree that the most important thing we do is go to meetings and work on rebuilding our lives.
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