My psychiatrist and I talked yesterday about the difference between accepting that I’m permanently disabled and respecting the limitations that come with it. Over the past two months, I’ve reached a point of acceptance, but I’m famous for retaliating against my symptoms. I want to do what I want, when I want. And every time I fight back, my symptoms grow painfully stronger and win.
My strength in recovery lies in setting internal boundaries. My power is in self-awareness, knowing when to pause and rest. But I still get frustrated that I have to surrender to my disability. Sound familiar? Sobriety taught me that strength is in boundaries, self-awareness, and learning to enjoy life despite limitations. It’s ridiculously obvious, yet it doesn’t make it any easier. I can control the sails, not the storm. No use yelling at the wind.
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