Loosid Sober Tip of the Day July 16

Home is not where you live but where they understand you.

So many of us are confused or even frustrated why our friends or loved ones don’t understand why we cannot stop on our self-will alone.

Even more of us buy into what our friends or loved ones tell us about our addiction. They may say we don’t have enough willpower. They may tell us to just say no. They may also try to explain to us if they can moderate their drinking, we should be able to do the same. This is 100% incorrect.

Don’t be upset with them. Not even for a minute. Remember, those amongst us no explanation is necessary. Those not amongst us, no explanation is possible.

This is why it is of critical importance to surround yourself with other people who share your common bond. It matters not where we come from. We may come from a beautiful loving home, or we may come from a place where home was absolute chaos.

Each day, remember that home is not where you live but where they understand you.

Find your home today. Connect with others who understand. Though our experiences may be different, the feelings of isolation are the same.

How did this tip resonate with you? Let us know your thoughts below. There are many people in the Loosid community who need to hear what you have to say.

With Love, Loosid :pray::heart:

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Great.. thanks!!

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Exactly why I joined this community. Thank you. :pray:

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This is great. In thinking about connection, it's important to realize that there are many ways to do that. One way is through this online community. Another is through AA meetings. Another may be rehab. Another may bre in a place of worship. Or, coffee with a close friend or ally. For me, connecting can simply be reading recovery literature. Find which method of connection works for you!

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That's exactly why I searched for an app that had a home for me with like minded people. People who understand me. Thank you all for my new home.

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I am blessed to have connections with many friends who have become my family. I also love my family.

Great tip for today. It can be frustrating not to be understood. My sister who was overweight kept telling me to just quit drinking and I would tell her to just quit overeating. She had surgery and lost the weight. She understood more after realizing she could not do it herself either.

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Am new here and I will like to meet new friends