Well, I had my first meeting with my sponsor tonight and to say I am overwhelmed would be putting it lightly. I reviewed my bottom lines with her and we decided that no masturbation and no pornography would go on my 90 day list of bottom lines.
After discussing my pattern of drinking with her, she informed me that she thought I was an alcoholic not because of how often I drink but because of my actions when I do drink, primarily binge drinking to alter my consciousness. And as a result of that, no drinking is now on my list of bottom lines because drinking and acting out in sex and love addiction go hand in hand, which does make sense. I guess I am not really surprised to be defined as an alcoholic however I don't really like the fact that label applies to me. It's easy to tell my dad that he is one, it's entirely different to accept that I am one myself. My sponsor suggested that as well as working the SLAA steps, I start attending AA meetings in my local area as well. I will do my best to follow all of her suggestions because I want to do everything in my power to be as successful in these programs as I can be! One day at a time....
My name is Lisa Marie and I am a recovering love and sex addict. This blog details my recovery and other pertinent information I choose to post. I credit my recovery and sobriety to Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous. The experience, strength, and hope that I have been blessed to receive has made my recovery possible. I am beyond grateful!
Sunday, August 12, 2018
Multiple addictions
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