Walking in recovery is so often burdened by what we carry with us, and by our conduct towards ourselves regarding our behaviour, what we do not always remember is that we are a unified whole, made up of complex and yet simple systems which consist of groups which support the system and connect as a whole.
We often forget that our brain, and mind are also connected to all of us, and the feelings and thoughts that we have registered there are continually having an effect on our recovery process.
Walking in recovery is a skill, and way of being that involves self knowing, and a willingness to deal with our baggage.It is important to acknowledge that, the trials of life, and physical sickness can ,at times, block or halt our recovery, and leave us feeling frustrated it can seem that we go back and forward like a shuttle cock, we run for it as it comes towards us, and loose it in mid air.
Take a breather chill out and allow yourself some space and slack, and then start again. We are talking about starting again with the knowledge of how you did it before, you do not have to go back to the beginning completely change is quite cyclical, and we can step in again at any point on that cycle.
Today we are bombarded, at times with the notion of mindfulness, and far be it from me to disagree with its qualities, being in one’s mind, in the now , is a useful thing, at times, but it is good to remember that all of these processes do not have the complete answer, but rather are a useful framework for support and way of being.
In my view stating that such processes are the be all and end all leaves little room for processing the historical abuses and hurts in our hearts and minds , but it could be said that closing ones mind to the disruptions of life allows one to balance oneself , and enter deeply into a calm place,
Throughout my life I have found it useful to retain and maintain an openness of mind to new experiences and knowledge. Indeed it is essential for considered thought and intelligent perusal of the aforementioned knowledge and experience, and the possibility of finding nuggets within to extend
aoibheann thoughtful reflections 