#wellbriety

[canipetthatdeaddove]

The urge to drink and smoke went up CONSIDERABLY yesterday, and I am not afraid to admit I'm more upset about the blog loss than I thought. I guess the heart of that is the fear that I've fumbled connections I won't get back. It haunts me that perhaps some took this chance to be done with me. It took 2 years to build those connections, so at the least I shouldn't be surprised that this will take time and require patience. My self validation will be more critical than ever.

I didn't realize how tethered the blog made me feel. I don't know why that makes me feel embarrassed. I feel adrift on that stupid ocean planet from Star Wars that triggered all the primal phobias in me as a teen. But it's just a chance to make something new.

The urge to use is considerably more frequent and stronger this last week or so overall. My methods of avoiding relapse have been solid, so that's great. I don't have to focus on how I have to use them in the first place, I can just be grateful they are available and I'm still sober.

I'm nearly done with some new earrings :D

[indige-zine]

indige•zine is back and still open for submissions! issue 5 is all about sobriety: what it means to you, your loved ones, your indigenous communities. what are ways we can decolonize addiction and recovery? you don’t personally need to identity as “sober” to submit—please send in any work or ideas that you think contribute to the dialogue.

send submissions to [email protected] until february 16

[indige-zine]

indige•zine issue 5 is open for submissions! what does sobriety look like in your life, the life of your loved ones, your community? how do we decolonize addiction and recovery? everything is welcome—personal essays, poetry, photography, visual art, etc.

send submissions to [email protected] until october 15

[kieraplaysthesims]

[cecenjeff7106]

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[rockymountainbeeplant]

Elder's Meditation of the Day

from White Bison

Elder's Meditation of the Day - October 9            "That spiritual power I wear is much more beautiful andmuch greater. We call it wisdom, knowledge, power and gift,or love. There are these four parts to that spiritual power. SoI wear those. When you wear that power it will beautify yourmind and spirit. You become beautiful. Everything thatTunkashila creates is beautiful."   -- Wallace Black Elk, LAKOTA      When I was young, I asked my grandfather, "What should I pray for?" He thought for a long time and then he said, "Pray only for wisdom and for the knowledge of love." This makes a lot of sense. No matter what happens I ask the Creator to show me the lessons I should be learning. I pray for Him to help me learn the lessons. By doing this everyday we become beautiful human beings.Great Spirit, grant me Your wisdom

[freebythesearehab-blog]

Change can be scary.  It often causes us to have to look at our deepest pain, peeling back the layers and digging up some deep roots.

But for those of us who have found ourselves at a crossroads, it's important to remember that real freedom begins on the other side of sobriety.

Taking that first step can be the hardest step you've ever taken.  But it's the step that's going to bring you to a place of re-writing your story.

[detrotwellbriety]

Have you ever known someone who struggled with alcohol or drug use? In today’s modern society, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle and follow traditional values. 

Thankfully, for Detroit residents, The American Indian Health and Family Services (AIHFS) has created a program to promote cultural values and safe, healthy living. 

‘Wellbriety’ is the philosophy of living sober and living well. 

AIHFS holds weekly Wellbriety meetings that offers support to anyone, regardless of age or race, who has struggled with these issues.  The virtues of the group include hope, healing, unity, and forgiveness. The meetings are held in a safe place with supportive staff members who can assist you in your journey. 

Please take a few minutes out of your day to learn more about Wellbriety, and share the information with anyone who may benefit from it. Everyone is welcome to attend. 

Read more about Wellbriety AIHFS schedule of meetings