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Post by verdi on Feb 24, 2003 2:09:37 GMT -5
Just checking in, its been a week of being clean. I have very stressed with work and lots of overtime, but things are going well. I had an excellent weekend with my family ending with a quiet dinner with my wife then browsing our favorite bookstore. Today I had an opportunity to escalate a minor disagreemet with my wife over a petulent teenager (normal stuff). Thank God a light went on, I took a breath stopped in the middle of a rant and realized I had a choice to make. I chose to turn towards my wife and connect with her rather that my usual 'I'm right you're wrong etc. ad nausem...) I now realize that change is going to come by making the right choices no matter how small or insignificant they may be.
I contacted my local SA hotline and had an interesting talk with a guy manning the phones, I've decided to give it this week and think about my options/alternatives. I also told all to a close friend who cares for me and my wife and knows us well. He also had some suggstions for better accountability. One thing however, if I decide to start attending SA meetings i do think my wife should be in on the decision, any opinions out there? Anyways, its off to bed, another action packed week starts tommorow.
Regards,
verdi
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Post by James on Feb 24, 2003 2:45:49 GMT -5
Great to read about your success in recovery. I can so identify with the family triggers. Keep surrendering. I know how hard that is to do.
I applaud your honesty in telling a close friend. My wife is planning to do the same this week with one of her close friends. It has brought up lots of shame and fear for me. We will be seeing them at a function in a couple of weeks. I know I am responsible for it all and God will protect me but it's still painful.
Hope to hear more of your success. It helps me so much. Thanks
James
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