Welcome to The Affirmations for Recovery Podcast, where each day is an opportunity to empower and uplift ourselves. In this episode, host Erick Allen dives into the importance of friendships in our recovery journey. He shares that real friendships are like the fuel that makes the world go round, and discusses the qualities he values in friends – being fabulous, refreshing, intentional, enduring, nurturing, and a defender. Erick emphasizes the significance of surrounding ourselves with friends who stand up for us, love us unconditionally, and provide unwavering support. He encourages listeners to recognize and cherish the friends they can truly depend on.
Erick also highlights the power of starting each day with gratitude and intentionally seeking out a happy place. He shares his personal morning routine, which involves expressing gratitude, finding reasons to smile, and embracing positive energy. Erick stresses the importance of perseverance in recovery, underlining the need for consistent effort and the dangers of procrastination. He extends his support to everyone in recovery, acknowledging their hard work and the impact they have on the recovery community. So grab your journal, and let's embrace the therapy of journaling and the affirmations for recovery. Thank you for being a part of this journey to growth and empowerment.
Takeaways:
Friendship - nurturing lasting connections
Understanding the qualities of a true friend and cultivating relationships based on sincerity and support is essential for personal growth and recovery.
Gratitude - finding joy in daily moments
Expressing gratitude and starting the day positively can have a profound impact on mental well-being and the journey to recovery.
Consistency - commitment to self-improvement
Consistently engaging in therapeutic practices and actively participating in one's recovery journey is key to long-term success and personal growth.
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If you are recovering from anything, this recovery podcast is a daily dose of positivity. I speak on mindfulness, and share thought processes and affirmations to help with your recovery journey. Recovery is not just about substances, recovery is needed for all kinds of addictions and thoughts and ideas that you may be addicted to. This podcast is for you!
