My 10 year sobriety coin, for you

My 10 year coin, for you

I've seen a few posts about people getting clean/sober here, which was honestly a really heartwarming surprise. Even more surprising was all the love and support I saw those newcomers getting from the community. It convinced me that I should become a part of.

So this is for you beautiful spirit warriors on the path to freedom. This is for you to hold on to and come back to. If you're doing great, if you're struggling to keep your head above water, it's WORTH IT! YOU are worth it!

Ten years ago today I got sober. I've been elated beyond belief, I've endured bone crushing self-loathing and self-pity. Because of the community I've surrounded myself with, and because I listened to people even when it made me so friggin mad at them that I hated them, because I took the actions I thought made sense, and the ones I thought had nothing to do with "my problems," I've made it through it all.

And the joy I have found I am now sending to you. I am thinking of all of you right now, every post, every comment. I hope this is something you can save and come back to when the going gets tough. You are not alone. Whenever you read this we are together, I am holding your hand, giving you a hug, telling you it's going to be ok, it's already ok. You are loved, even when you feel impossibly wretched, you are loved.

I see the real you, the bright, glimmering light of awareness that lies behind your thoughts and feelings. The truth of you, that you have value beyond your wildest comprehension, and by continuing to put one foot in front of the other you will get to see more and more of that infinite worth with every day.

I think I'm supposed to pay a tax for certain posts, and even if this is a tax-exempt post, have a Henry anyway. He loves you even more than I can.

FP: Wow! I am grateful that so many people who may feel alone might see this and find hope. As I don't want this to be about internet points, I'm making another post for the downvoting. I love talking about recovery, if you have questions, pm me!

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