Today is my anniversary 9 years without a drink or a drug in my system. Nine years of continuous daily vigilance, 9 years of a higher spiritual connection and a deeper sense of self. It’s not been easy, financial problems, escape from homelessness. Living only on a hope of a better future, a fellowship of likeminded, promises and following a program of rigorous honesty.
I somehow managed to gather up enough days, a day at a time, to reach almost a decade.
The problems are different, the enemy the same.
I have encountered and been blessed with so many gifts that have lead to a life beyond my wildest dreams today.
It’s still a day at a time, it’s still don’t pick up that first drink. Everything I do is in somewhat connected to my sobriety, from my jiujitsu, to my family life, even Steemit. I got introduced to it thanks to a friend that brought me to a martial arts studio, where I meet @andrarchy that introduced me to Steemit.
On this personal milestone I’d like to share some of my gifts with the community.
God bless.
Be kind to each other..
Awesome story! I have a close friend that quit drinking 3 years ago and he is a totally different person. Love him to death.
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Thank you, interesting post and I agree with you. Financial literacy is one of the tools I picked up since I stopped drinking. Following you...
Hope to see you around!
Hi @bigapplebo, I'm @checky ! While checking the mentions made in this post I noticed that @andrachy doesn't exist on Steem. Did you mean to write @andrarchy ?
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!help.I like people with positive minds just like you. That's a very good achievement, 9 years! I hope others that think they can't be free from drugs and other stuffs would be influenced by your positive achievement. Bless you @bigapplebo
Thank you
It's a pleasure
Congratulations man! So proud of you and of all you've accomplished. I had no idea how much adversity you had to overcome to build the wonderful life and family you have. You're an inspiration to all those who face seemingly insurmountable challenges. Thank you!
Thank you...really the family of martial artists, friends and people that I surrounded me with all played a part in guiding me on the road I am on today, and your a part of it.
Thank you and the same to you!
You should have given us an 'awwww' alert ;+)!
Your beautiful daughter is all the reason in the world you will ever need to NEVER yield to satan's lures.
Yes, very few people defeat demonic addiction without a spiritual element...a Power bigger than self. For me, it's the Holy Spirit.
What many people fail to realize is, addiction comes in many forms. Food, shopping, and imbalanced indulgences of all kinds fall in this description.
May your story be one to encourage many who find themselves where you were nine years ago. Best regards to you and your family.
Peace.
Congratulations!
I admire you that i gave you advice and you found someone who want to help you. I follow you.