“The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light.” -Romans 13:12 When I was still drinking, I used to cry often. Daily, in fact. Most of the time, I felt anxious, sad, and frustrated. I wouldContinue reading “From Darkness and Tears to Light and Smiles”
Tag Archives: Sobriety and Mental Health
What to do when sobriety gets hard
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” -Joshua 1:9 This year has been especially difficult for me and my family. In the past few months, my husband developed some health problems and lostContinue reading “What to do when sobriety gets hard”
Why is spirituality important in recovery?
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, nor shall the flame scorch you.” –Isaiah 43:2 This is one of my favorite Bible verses. It’s not overtly about overcoming addiction, but itContinue reading “Why is spirituality important in recovery?”
How does drinking affect your mental health?
I can distinctly remember several times when I woke up after a night of drinking to feelings of pure panic, fear, and overwhelming sadness. I am a naturally anxious person, and I used to think that drinking helped to calm me down. However, what it was actually doing was temporarily masking my anxiety. Once theContinue reading “How does drinking affect your mental health?”
