DREAM WARRIOR RECOVERY

development of emotional sobriety, ability of the individual to feel their feelings.

2012-02-12T13:29:00.001Z

In order for people to find true happiness away from alcohol and drugs, it will be necessary for them to develop emotional sobriety. This is sometimes described as the ability of the individual to feel their feelings. The person who develops this type of emotional sobriety understands themselves much better. This makes it easier to understand other people. Empathy comes naturally to those who have developed emotional sobriety.

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self-medication is often the cause of an addiction.

2012-02-12T13:24:00.002Z

Addictions are often associated mental disorders include schizophrenia, bipolar, attention deficit disorder, anxiety, depression and post traumatic stress disorder. Many believe that the two are always intertwined, and statistics show that there are high rates of co-occurring disorders. There are some suggestions that an addiction occurs first and is the cause of other mental illnesses. However, many critics believe that self-medication is often the cause of an addiction.

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huge roadblock to progress in recovery.

2012-02-12T13:22:00.000Z

Some members of AA in recovery have too many strong opinions and beliefs it can prevent them from accumulating new knowledge. This can be a huge roadblock to progress in recovery.

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people in recovery often think that just giving up alcohol or drugs is going to be enough to produce a successful recovery

2012-02-12T13:19:00.000Z

people in recovery often think that just giving up alcohol or drugs is going to be enough to produce a successful recovery. It is often the case that more work than this needs to be done.

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When people become stuck in recovery they may react by turning to other maladaptive behaviors such as workaholism or exercise addiction.

2012-02-12T13:16:00.001Z

When people become stuck in recovery it may mean that their life away from addiction begins to feel unsatisfying. They may be tempted to relapse as a result of this.
When people are stuck they may react by turning to other maladaptive behaviors such as workaholism or exercise addiction.
Becoming stuck means that the individual is delaying the day when they will know true peace in sobriety. Everyone will have brief periods where they become stuck, but if the individual grinds completely to a halt it may be a long time before they make further progress.
When people become stuck in recovery they may develop dry drunk syndrome. This means that they are behaving in much the same way as they did as an addict even though they are no longer drinking or using drugs.

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cocaine can remain in the body for a long time causing people to have cravings for the drug for many years.

2012-02-12T13:10:00.000Z

The challenge of a clean and sober life is a difficult one for all addicts. Taking steps to initially change their life from one that included drugs or alcohol is just one aspect of a life in recovery. Long term sobriety requires a person to be committed, recognize triggers and seek help when temptation is around. They need to use newly developed skills to avoid high risk situations, engage with people who are not substance abusers, deal with boredom and overcome emotional or traumatic experiences. An addict must also recognize that relapse is part of the road to recovery and to take steps to prevent it if possible.

Up to 60 percent of drug addicts will experience at least one relapse during their road to recovery. Because drugs and alcohol alter the body chemistry and pleasure reward pathways in the brain, unlearning these behaviors can be a long process. In some cases, such as with cocaine, the substance can remain in the body for a long time causing people to have cravings for the drug for many years. Addiction is not just the physical dependence on a substance but the psychological dependence also and both need to be treated.

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The type of problems that are likely to develop between a sponsor and a sponsee include:

2012-02-11T11:41:00.001Z

The sponsor returns to alcohol or drug abuse. This can be a real trauma for the sponsee and they may even feel like their own sobriety is in jeopardy. It comes as a huge shock to find that somebody they depended on and looked up to has relapsed. It is particularly upsetting when the sponsee is in early recovery.
Some sponsors can try to take over the sponsee’s life. Instead of offering advice, they become bossy and interfering.
Sponsors will usually get to hear a great deal of personal information. They could later use such information inappropriately.
If the sponsor is overcritical, it can have a negative impact on the sponsee’s self-esteem.
Sponsors can give bad advice just like anybody else. It is crucial that the sponsee questions any advice that has been given, particularly medical advice.
Some people will use sponsorship as a means of pampering their own ego. This means that they have nothing of real value to offer their sponsee.
Occasionally, sponsors will sexually exploit the people they are meant to be helping.

Autonomy is one of the founding principles of groups like Alcoholics Anonymous.

2012-02-11T09:05:00.000Z

The 12 traditions guide the organization. A number of these traditions deal directly with autonomy including:

Each group should be autonomous except in matters affecting other groups or A.A. as a whole.
Alcoholics Anonymous should remain forever non-professional, but our service centers may employ special workers.
Every A.A. group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions. This is to prevent these outside entities from infringing on the autonomy of the organization.
A.A., as such, ought never be organized; but we may create service boards or committees directly responsible to those they serve. This avoids bureaucracy and further encourages autonomy.
Anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions, ever reminding us to place principles before personalities. This helps to encourage confidentiality which respects the autonomy of the individual.

Autonomy is the ethical right of people to live their life as they want to.

2012-02-11T09:02:00.000Z

Most humans have a strong desire to live their life as they see fit but will accept that there are certain restrictions to this. It is generally agreed that it is not possible to give people complete freedom of action. That would lead to chaos. There are laws, ethical, and religious principles to be considered. It is seen as desirable that people should be allowed to do what they like so long as they are not causing harm.

Those individuals who are ready to escape addiction benefit if they are able to make autonomous choices about how this should happen. They will want to make informed decisions based on the advantages and disadvantages associated with different options. It is not only that they have an ethical right to make such choices; it is also far more likely that they will find success in recovery if they have this power. People tend to feel resentful when they are coerced into choosing a certain treatment option. This negative feeling can prevent them from benefiting from what is on offer. When people choose something for themselves they will be far more committed to it. Once people achieve sobriety they can continue to make autonomous choices for how best to rebuild their lives.

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Self Acceptance

2012-02-11T08:33:00.002Z

By separating myself from others with an unrealistic view of uniqueness, I’m placing myself above or below them… “I’m better than..” or “I’m worse than…” By learning to accept myself completely, I no longer need to compare myself to others… as much. I still do it from time to time, but more often than not I catch myself.

There’s nothing wrong with viewing oneself as unique. After all, there is no one exactly like you or I. However, when I’m so unique I separate myself from everyone, it becomes detrimental to my spiritual growth and happiness. Finally, after years of struggling to fix my own “unique” problems, I took the suggestion of a friend from many years ago. I found someone that had something I wanted, and simply asked them to show me how they got there. It worked. We went on to form Spanish N.A

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Looking for the similarities in others

2012-02-11T08:27:00.000Z

The idea that a problem I face is so unique, that no one else has ever been faced with such a problem, is ridiculous. If I’m only focused on how I’m different from others, I’m separating myself. Once I separate myself, I lose the ability to learn from them.

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who are you? said the Caterpillar

2012-02-11T08:18:00.000Z

"who are you? said the Caterpillar. Alice replied rather shyly I-I hardly knowSir ..at least I know who I was when I got up this morning but I think I must have changed several times since then." DISCLAIMER:Text may be subject to copyright.This blog does not claim copyright to any such text. Copyright remains with the original copyright holder.Disclaimer. Our materials are intended for information only. We are not doctors or professionals. This inter active blog does not offer, and we do not purport to offer, any medical, psychological, therapeutic, religious, or other professional advice to users. Non Affiliation. We are not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous or any other “12 Step” program.

In Alcoholics Anonymous, they talk about people who have not touched a drink in years but have still not managed to get sober.

2012-02-11T08:11:00.001Z

When people are sober but have not achieved any level of emotional sobriety, they can be described as a dry drunk. In Alcoholics Anonymous, they talk about people who have not touched a drink in years but have still not managed to get sober. Those who are in the midst of dry drunk syndrome find a life without alcohol to be similar to serving a prison term. They may be full of anger and resentment, and their behavior can be almost as bad as when they were abusing alcohol and drugs.

Those who have not achieved much emotional sobriety will:

Hardly live in the present moment
Struggle to regulate their own behavior, which means that they do things that harm themselves and other people
Have difficulty with the challenges of life and may resort to maladaptive coping strategies such as work addiction or exercise addiction
Become victim to their own emotions
Give up one addiction and begin abusing other substances
Feel like they are living on an emotional rollercoaster
Experience a great deal of negativity
Find it hard to develop healthy relationships

An important element of assertiveness is that people take responsibility for their own needs.

2012-02-11T08:01:00.002Z

It also means believing in the right to stand up for these needs.
Honesty is vital when using this form of communication. If people try to disguise their meanings, it puts the other person on the defensive because they feel they are being manipulated.
There are different assertiveness techniques that people can use depending on the situation. One example would be empathetic assertiveness where the individual expresses empathy for the other person’s position but continues to assert their own rights. The most basic form of assertion is where people just use the words “I want…” or “I expect…”, but this might not always be appropriate.
Assertiveness is just like any other skill. The more it is practiced, the easier it becomes. It can be a process of trial and error, but eventually the individual reaches a stage where they are automatically assertive when the need arises.

If people are non-assertive, it is likely to get in the way of their recovery.

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They will find it harder to get their needs met, and they may fall into a position where they are being manipulated by other individuals. :

Low self-esteem
Fear of not being liked
Mistaking assertiveness for aggression
Cultural influences. For instance, in some parts of South East Asia, there is a cultural emphasis onsaving face rather than asserting the rights of the individual. If the individual made other people feel bad while asserting their own rights, then this would be viewed negatively within that culture. In some societies even mild assertion could be viewed as overly aggressive.
Blind spots in regards to certain people. The individual may be assertive most of the time, but they might hold back due to love or a feeling of owing something to these other individuals.
Lack of importance regarding a particular issue. A person is unlikely to be too assertive about something they are not compelled to take a stand for or against. They may feel that their rights are being violated, but not to such an extent that they need to make a big deal about it.

It is suggested that people have ten assertive rights which include:

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_The right to judge their own behavior, emotions and thoughts and to take responsibility for these.
The right to be the ultimate judge of their own behavior. They do not have to offer a justification for this behavior nor do they need to rely on other people to judge if it is right or wrong.
The right to decide if it is their responsibility to find solutions for other people’s problems. The individual may feel a great deal of compassion and good will for other people, but they ultimately only have responsibility for their own happiness and well-being.
The right to change their mind. Life is complicated and full of uncertainty so it is considered natural that people should need to change their mind from time to time.
The right to just not know.
The right to make mistakes and be responsible for the outcome. The individual does not need to allow other people to use these mistakes as a tool of manipulation. For example, there is no need to give in to other people when they insist that there is a need to make up for a mistake by doing certain things in the future.
The right not to depend on the good will of others before taking any action. Not everyone is going to be happy with the decisions the individual makes, but this does not mean that they should not make these decisions. Ultimately, the individual is responsible for their own decisions, and dealing with other people’s disapproval is a part of life.
The right not to always make logical choices. There are many gray areas in life, and logic is not always effective. Sometimes the individual will decide to make a choice on the basis of a hunch or because it just feels right. It is permissible for them to make illogical choices.
The right to not understand something. Everyone has gaps in their knowledge.
The right not to have an opinion on everything. It is fine to say that they do not care about something.

It is important that people learn to be assertive.

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Sometimes people need to stand up for themselves. Failing to do so can mean not having their needs met and may lead to others taking advantage of them. When an individual escapes addiction, they need to rebuild their life. This requires approaching life in a new way. The addict’s tactics of using manipulation, or open aggression will no longer suffice. It is therefore a good idea for those in recovery to learn to be assertive. There is a difference between being aggressive and assertive. The latter allows people to get their needs met while still respecting other people.

The AA member who has attained the promises is said to be living in a state of serenity.

2012-02-11T07:45:00.003Z

The AA member who has attained the promises is said to be living in a state of serenity. While it may be hard to prove the claims of the promises of AA scientifically, there is a lot of anecdotal evidence to support it. One study by a respected addiction journal found that AA did increase the level of spirituality of members and that this brought positive results to their lives.

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By handing over to this higher power, the alcoholic will be given the strength to beat their addiction. They will then attempt to submit their life to the will of God.

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A holistic approach to recovery from addiction advocates a three pronged solution that contains physical, mental, and spiritual elements. The second step of AA requires that the addict comes to believe in a higher power. The individual is encouraged to become more spiritual by increasing their conscious contact with God. The AA philosophy implies that failing to develop spiritually could lead to relapse.

In Alcoholics Anonymous, there is the claim a power greater than the alcoholic is needed in order to escape addiction. The individual is viewed as powerless to beat their own addiction, and that the only hope is to admit this and ask for help from God. This God does not have to be the Christian god. It just has to be a force greater than the individual. Some agnostics will choose the group as their higher power. DISCLAIMER:Text may be subject to copyright.This blog does not claim copyright to any such text. Copyright remains with the original copyright holder.Disclaimer. Our materials are intended for information only. We are not doctors or professionals. This inter active blog does not offer, and we do not purport to offer, any medical, psychological, therapeutic, religious, or other professional advice to users. Non Affiliation. We are not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous or any other “12 Step” program.

The AA Promise of a Spiritual Experience

2012-02-11T07:38:00.002Z

The AA program offers the promise of a spiritual experience for those who follow it correctly. In the twelfth step there is the claim that those people who have completed the preceding eleven steps will have had such an awakening as a result of their efforts. The Big Book of AA mentions spiritual experiences throughout the text, and this further indicates the importance of this phenomenon for the program.
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SPIRITUAL AWAKENING SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

2012-02-09T18:10:00.000Z

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Many individuals whose spiritual awakening has been unexpectedly unleashed DO NOT KNOW WHAT IS HAPPENING, and the prevailing social ignorance about this multidimensional transformative process makes it hard to find medical or alternative health practitioners or spiritual advisors who recognize the symptoms, particularly when they are strongly physical. Many people know that the risen spiritual experience open gates to all sorts of mystical, paranormal and magical vistas but few realize it can also dramatically impact the body. radical mental, emotional, interpersonal, psychic, spiritual and lifestyle changes. Over and again we hear stories of frustrating, sometimes desperate visits to doctors, healers, counselors, etc. who neither understood nor were able to help with the myriad pains and problems catalyzed by spiritual awakening.

The following are common manifestations of the awakenings:

Muscle twitches, cramps or spasms.
Energy rushes or immense electricity circulating the body
Itching, vibrating, prickling, tingling, stinging or crawling sensations
Intense heat or cold
Involuntary bodily movements (occur more often during meditation, rest or sleep): jerking, tremors, shaking; feeling an inner force pushing one into postures or moving one's body in unusual ways. (May be misdiagnosed as epilepsy, restless legs syndrome (RLS), or PLMD.)
Alterations in eating and sleeping patterns
Episodes of extreme hyperactivity or, conversely, overwhelming fatigue (some CFS victims are experiencing awakening)
Intensified or diminished sexual desires
Headaches, pressures within the skull
Racing heartbeat, pains in the chest
Digestive system problems
Numbness or pain in the limbs (particularly the left foot and leg)
Pains and blockages anywhere; often in the back and neck
Emotional outbursts; rapid mood shifts; seemingly unprovoked or excessive episodes of grief, fear, rage, depression
Spontaneous vocalizations (including laughing and weeping) -- are as unintentional and uncontrollable as hiccoughs
Hearing an inner sound or sounds, classically described as a flute, drum, waterfall, birds singing, bees buzzing but which may also sound like roaring, whooshing, or thunderous noises or like ringing in the ears.
Mental confusion; difficulty concentrating
Altered states of consciousness: heightened awareness; spontaneous trance states; mystical experiences (if the individual's prior belief system is too threatened by these, they can lead to bouts of psychosis or self-grandiosity)
Heat, strange activity, and/or blissful sensations in the head, particularly in the crown area.
Ecstasy, bliss and intervals of tremendous joy, love, peace and compassion
Psychic experiences: extrasensory perception; out-of-body experiences; pastlife memories; astral travel; direct awareness of auras and chakras; contact with spirit guides through inner voices, dreams or visions; healing powers
Increased creativity: new interests in self-expression and spiritual communication through music, art, poetry, etc.
Intensified understanding and sensitivity: insight into one's own essence; deeper understanding of spiritual truths; exquisite awareness of one's environment (including "vibes" from others)

Enlightenment experiences: direct Knowing of a more expansive reality; transcendent awareness

Some people have told us they find the concept of "Kundalini" foreign and prefer to simply call this their "awakening," which is fine with us. But for most who contact us, the Kundalini explanation provides an important framework with which to accept and work with their experiences. We each have a unique way of interpreting, honoring and describing our spiritual expeience. I do not believe there is only one right way to know or express the truth. Far more important, I believe, is to have an open heart and to be faithful to our own path, wherever it may lead.

We have also been asked why we do not put more emphasis on union with the Divine and God-realization, which are very much central to spiritual awakening. Since everyone experiences and interprets their mystical experiences differently and very personally, to make sure no one will feel excluded, individuals with variant religious beliefs are welcome to (and DO) tell about their experiences of this sort. Some speak of God, Christ, Goddess, the Holy One, Spirit, or simply a magnificent Whole in which we all partake.

Also, for some people, profound spiritual realizations do not occur until months or years after the other signs and symptoms. Individuals who are having experiences of an obvious spiritual nature are usually more able to integrate and benefit from the process, regardless of how they may label it. But those who experience what seems to be illness or weird psychic phenomena often are very alarmed until they understand that they are not sick or crazy. And even the enlightening and beautiful experiences can be so powerful that people doubt their sanity.

Addictions UK is a leading provider of addictions treatment at home.

2012-02-09T10:07:00.002Z

Addictions UK is a leading provider of addictions treatment at home. We can also support clients with residential treatment when required. Whatever your addiction, we can develop a programme to help you, your family and your carers. We use a combination of the following:

The 12 Steps Programme
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Peer Support
Person-centred Counselling
Coping Strategies
Coaching as well as Teaching

Because of the unique delivery of our programme we are able to support people wherever they are. Our programme is exceptional in that we can reach people with problems even when they cannot access help in the usual ways.
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When we love something, it is never a burden to us.

2012-02-06T18:11:00.000Z

When we love something, it is never a burden to us. If you find a job that you love, you do not have to work a single day of your life, because the work itself turns into joy, it is not labour anymore. If you work for someone you love, then again the work becomes a joy.

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When you discover love for God, the rest is a cakewalk.

2012-02-06T18:04:00.000Z

When you love and worship you are ready for sacrifice. You must be ready not only to do anything, but also to give up anything to attain your goal, for, without sacrifice you cannot attain anything. The secret of success lies in the total undivided attention given to your goal; otherwise you become a jack of all trades and master of none. This holds good, whether your goal is spiritual or otherwise.

The Last Lecture goes beyond the now-famous lecture to inspire us all to live each day of our lives with purpose and joy

2012-02-05T10:17:00.000Z

“We cannot change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand.”
—Randy Pausch

A lot of professors give talks titled “The Last Lecture.” Professors are asked to consider their demise and to ruminate on what matters most to them. And while they speak, audiences can’t help but mull the same question: What wisdom would we impart to the world if we knew it was our last chance? If we had to vanish tomorrow, what would we want as our legacy?

When Randy Pausch, a computer science professor atCarnegie Mellon, was asked to give such a lecture, he didn’t have to imagine it as his last, since he had recently been diagnosed with terminal cancer. But the lecture he gave—“Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams”—wasn’t about dying. It was about the importance of overcoming obstacles, of enabling the dreams of others, of seizing every moment (because “time is all you have...and you may find one day that you have less than you think”). It was a summation of everything Randy had come to believe. It was about living.

In this book, Randy Pausch has combined the humor, inspiration and intelligence that made his lecture such a phenomenon and given it an indelible form. It is a book that will be shared for generations to come.

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