“Don’t take it personally!” This was a big one for us. We addicts and alcoholics seem to be a sensitive breed. We make it all about us even when it's not. Especially when it’s not! We self-destruct to numb the perceived slight that comes from others. Our inability to see things as they really are can keep us sick for a long time. Today, we remember not to take things personally. Easier said than done sometimes.
Our topic this week was inspired by the warstory from Ashley! Ashley grew up in a well-meaning religious household. She abandoned her faith after a heartbreak left her questioning everything. She quickly found herself in trouble and eventually addicted to heroin. It wasn’t until a prison stint allowed her to reconnect with her faith that she was able to reclaim her life. We’re blessed and grateful to tell her story here.
Amazing story Ashley! Thank you so much for sharing!
Follow Ashley on IG @hippie._.chick
Thanks Hellions!
RESOURCES
Excellent Drugs and Suicide resource from The Recovery Village www.therecoveryvillage.com/drug-addiction/drugs-and-suicide/
If you have questions about how your condition can lead to suicidal thoughts check this out from The Recovery Village www.therecoveryvillage.com/co-occurring-disorders/suicide-hotline/
Alcoholics Anonymous online meetings
Narcotics Anonymous online meetings
Find an Overeaters Anonymous meeting
https://oa.org/find-a-meeting/
Refuge Recovery website
Substance Abuse and Mental Health services
1-800-662-HELP
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Suicide prevention hotline
1-800-273-8255
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Domestic Violence hotline
1-800-799-SAFE
National Human Trafficking hotline
1-888-373-7888
https://humantraffickinghotline.org/
More information about Human Trafficking within the trucking community can be found here:
https://www.lanierlawfirm.com/trucking-and-human-trafficking/
Al-Anon information (support for families)
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