We have sponsors in recovery/sobriety. Do you think we normalize expressing gratitude for our sponsors? How can we express gratitude towards those who help us in the road to sobriety?
I saw a cartoon today that had two large monsters. One was labeled depression the other was self doubt. The were attacking a human who seemed defenseless. He held up a book that was radiating power that drove them away. One asked the other what it was. He responded that is was a gratitude journal. Gratitude is the one tool we have that can defend against depression, doubt, anxiety, and self-loathing. It is also the one tool that leads to contentment, peace, and lasting happiness.
Great question. I have not really thought about it. I’d say sponsors are definitely under appreciated.