Those of us who live in one day at a time recovery try to maintain a partnership with reality. Reality has revealed to us that we exist in a society with others. As we exist with others, we learn the gift of give and take. Reality has also revealed that service to others is a way to give. Often many of us become volunteers, which at times opens up windows of opportunity for us. If we live with someone, our reality is we have roles to play in our homes. Doing chores is a reality. So is kindness, compassion and courtesy. This boost our self-esteem and adds to our personal independence. Acceptance of this leads to a better home-life. Another reality is many of us have paying jobs. When we are living in recovery, we are capable of living in partnership with reality. It’s a gift of personal growth. Peace.
