Do you find yourself see-sawing back and forth in your addiction and sobriety? How deeply committed to achieving long-term sobriety are you? If you give yourself a way out, your mind will find it, exploit it, and get you into a loop of Day One’s until you seriously commit.

Are you interested in OR committed to your sobriety and recovery?

Episode #268

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Your level of commitment to yourself when you step into sobriety is going to determine your resiliency significantly when your mind plays games with you and uses its cunning and mental gymnastics to pull you back into behaviors you have already decided you are sick and tired of having in your life. Being sober curious is dabbling, and being interested is slightly more into it, but gathering up your momentum into passion is the throttling into the commitment that’ll fuel you during those darker times when the 50/50 of life seems compelling enough to dive you back into that which no longer serves you.

Power Sentences & Quotes

You have already crossed many different signs along your life highway that have been trying to alert you to a change needing to be made.”
“There’s going to be habits you must break that you don’t even realize are there.”
“What you can accomplish in a year will blow your mind. What you can accomplish in a day will change your life.”
“If you keep doing things you’ve always done, you’re gonna keep getting the results you always have.”
“Today is the day you chose to make this a resolution, then allow it to be that for you.”
“Pay the F attention.”
“A lot of things were awakening moments for me whenever I got into sobriety and recovery – they will be for you too.”
“We’re all beautiful, resilient creatures. Honor yourself. Hug those that you love.”
“Take a moment to congratulate yourself for continuing to push forward, regardless of what the unconscious mind triggers you into doing. You only fail when you stop stopping.”

Content Summary

Embracing Change and Finding Focus

Discover the importance of embracing change in your life, especially in the realm of recovery and personal growth. Commit deeply to your goals, moving beyond a surface-level interest. This commitment involves making subtle yet powerful shifts in daily routines. Learn how small actions, such as finding activities to maintain focus during tasks, can significantly impact your success and well-being.

The Power of Incremental Improvements and Personalization

Explore the power of incremental improvements in your personal journey. Start with small steps and gradually build up, whether it’s in meditation, journaling, or other self-improvement practices. Understand the value of personalizing these practices to suit your unique needs and circumstances, leading to more sustainable and meaningful progress.

Commitment to Self-Growth and Overcoming Challenges

Recognize the importance of staying committed to self-growth, especially when facing life’s challenges. It’s about balancing resilience with flexibility. Learn to modify your approach as needed, aligning it with your personal goals and capabilities while pushing yourself outside your comfort zone. This balance between persistence and adaptability is key to overcoming obstacles and achieving lasting change in your life.

Take Action

Engage in Self-Reflection: Regularly take time to reflect on your actions, decisions, and experiences. Self-reflection helps you understand your motivations, behaviors, and the changes needed to align with your goals. It’s a powerful tool for personal awareness and growth.
Be Impeccable with Your Word: Maintaining integrity in your communication is vital. This means being honest and true in your words, not only with others but also with yourself. Commit to following through on your promises. This cultivates trust and respect in your relationships and builds self-respect and confidence within yourself.
Embrace Vulnerability: Step into vulnerability by openly expressing your feelings and thoughts. Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity, and change. Being vulnerable allows you to connect more deeply with others and yourself, fostering authentic relationships and personal growth.
Release Assumptions: Challenge and let go of the assumptions you make about others and situations. Instead, ask clarifying questions and seek to understand before jumping to conclusions. This helps in reducing misunderstandings and improves your interactions and perceptions.
Practice Emotional Intelligence: Be mindful of your emotional states and their impact on your decisions and interactions. Learn to recognize, understand, and manage your emotions effectively. This awareness leads to better decision-making, improved relationships, and greater personal well-being.
Implement Progressive Changes: Start with small, manageable changes in your habits and thoughts. Progressive changes lead to significant long-term improvements. Focus on one small aspect at a time, gradually building upon each success, making the change process more sustainable.
Pursue Continuous Learning and Growth: Adopt a mindset of continuous learning and growth. Stay open to new experiences, ideas, and knowledge. This mindset keeps you adaptable, resilient, and prepared for the ever-changing aspects of life and personal development.