The End of the Road
After much time and consideration, I’ve decided that I must not be involved in any romantic relationship for my first entire year of recovery, as it’s just too triggering.
There’s a good reason my sponsor & recovery cohorts often espouse that getting into either a.) a new- or b.) an old (but complicated) relationship during your first year of recovery is likened to two tornadoes heading toward one another. It’s only a matter of time before they collide (potentially)- utterly destroying you and you’re back to where you started- a complete wreck.
Out of respect for my former life partner, I’ll refrain from using his name or images going forward so I can finally focus on ME.
Love to all. ♥️
m o n o c h r o m e j u n k i e † 
this is very good advice. The other one is: don’t make any major decisions in the first year, too.
August 3, 2023 at 11:24 pm
Ahhh, thanks for that, G!
August 5, 2023 at 12:32 am
I had major trauma last year, and I gave myself 12 months before I made any decisions. Was the best thing I did. Recovery very slow but I’m getting there. G
August 5, 2023 at 2:18 am
Thanks so much for that, Gav. I too have had tremendous trauma both last year and this year. I feel like recovery is saving not only my life but my sanity. I simply went through too much trauma, but again, thank God for recovery! I’m learning that living for today (only) is a secret to happiness. Are you familiar with “In the Rooms”? It’s a recover app (NA/AA) that allows you to catch meetings online in real-time. It’s pretty awesome.
August 7, 2023 at 7:26 am
Neva knew you had a website…
What a fabulous expo of all your states and expressive DNA. It goes deep. And I am thrilled.
… and you still can’t put yer lipstick on straight. Jeeze!
August 6, 2023 at 12:19 pm
Not many people do know about this. 😉 Glad you’re thrilled. 😁 I’m thrilled that you’re thrilled- ha. Love you, BB. xx
August 7, 2023 at 7:19 am