THE STIGMA OF ADDICTION – PART 2

MY FAMILY AND ME

During the first days and months of my recovery, I had to face my family’s fears and distrust.  My past behavior had such an effect on them that their fears were certainly justified.

It took me time to regain their trust.  By the way, I understood their doubts but I knew that if I did the right things, I could restore their faith and trust in me.

The right things were to maintain my sobriety, be honest with myself and others and to fulfill my obligations to them and others.