Dec 28, 2018
Lots of folks these days, seem fired up about ending the stigma and/or shame of being in recovery, but I still see the labels of "alcoholic" and "addict" tossed about and used by some of the leading voices, and on progressive platforms. I know some things die hard but I'm all for retiring pathological and negative and hurtful labels. The sooner the better, preferably yesterday. It's okay if an individual wants to claim and wear a label, IF it feels like their inner truth, IF they find it empowering, IF it fuels their resolve or constantly reminds them of the thing(s) they absolutely cannot mess with...EVER.
https://www.boozemusings.com/single-post/2018/09/07/Dont-Label-Me-Alcoholic-Because-I-Choose-Not-to-Drink