However, like many hard drug addictions, stopping heroin use can cause severe withdrawal symptoms, Sometimes, a person who is low on energy will use a stimulant to boost their energy levels. Heres where I remind you that it is your responsibility to harness this energy and aim it in the proper direction. And finding a higher power can help you in addiction recovery. In fact, we are actually suffering from a sort of spiritual disease, or malady, that results in us being powerless over our obsessive mind and allergic bodies. Its on us to get clean while the getting is good. But finding that driving motivation can be challenging. This should bring you great peace, because now you know that while the choice is yours, you are not truly alone. Its wonderful! As Ive already mentioned, your own life began because of this creative energy. 4. Just like addiction, no two paths to finding a higher power are the same. Let me explain: As humans, we are all born creative. Some of the benefits of following a higher power include: Many people say that recovering from an addiction means believing that you can be happy again. 1. Who or what makes my decisions for me in recovery? Take heart in knowing that you are a spiritual being, who can choose to access the creative energy that exists all around you. Whether addiction has created a rift between you and your spirituality, or this is your first time searching for a higher power, recovery is the perfect time to be part of something bigger. Required fields are marked *. endobj You get to write your own script and play the starring role. I believe that I am the only one with the power to make my decisions, and I choose to follow the will of my Higher Power, whom I choose to call God. No! Ive created so much to date. <> Remember how I said that this energy is like electricity? If you or your loved one is ready to leave substance dependency behind and start a new way of life, please call 1-800-982-5530 or visit www.restoredtx.wpengine.com.

The key is that whatever you choose should be special and mean something personal to you. It can neither be created nor destroyed. I do choose the universe has helped me so many times thankyou xxx. Your higher power shouldnt take convincing. Not something we alcoholics and addicts are wired to do naturally, but living that spiritual life, Everything You Need To Know About Dual Diagnosis, Violence Against Women and Substance Abuse, Rebuilding Relationships With Loved Ones After Addiction. No excuses. Your addiction has robbed you of much in your life. Then Ill delve into the 3 steps for harnessing that power to work in, through, and for you. Silver Maple Recovery is Joint Commission accredited! Another cool result of finding OUR OWN Higher Power is that it is literally whatever we want it to be. My current concept of HP is still working. First of All, this is awesome if you are reading this, you are on a super cool journey! This energy is present in everything. There are so many different ways to meditate, and if youre stuck, Youtube has thousands of different guided videos for you to try out. Start out as small as you want, go for thirty seconds for all I care. 2. I pray and meditate in the morning before the day starts and every evening at day's end. We must choose to let it. You are created by a Higher Power, and made in that likeness, so do not let your situation convince you otherwise! A lot of people are under the impression that if they dont already have a solid comprehension of their Higher Power by the time they are on, The coolest thing about getting sober and having an HP is that our conception of that power is going to constantly be growing and evolving! Results will begin to show up in your lifepropelling you toward the physical manifestation of the image you hold in your mind! and you will know that you are using the spiritual energy in you to connect with the universal energy all around. AKA, I admit that I am not all-powerful, and BAM! In todays article Im going to cover the basics of why you should believe (as I do!) At the end of the day, some of us require a bit of additional help before comfortably moving into any type of sober residence. Lorain, OH 44053. Remember that you have control over your spirituality. My trust in a higher power that wants me to survive and have love in my life, is what keeps me moving forward. We harness a bit of the universes or Gods power when we create an image in our minds. If your HP is the moon, right on. Don't hesitate to call, a Caregiver is available 24/7 to answer your call: (855) 762-7531. Anger and addiction are two sides of the same coin. Some people feel uncomfortable with praying for a while when they first get sober, so while that is definitely a method, I wanted to throw out a few more that can help get the ball rolling! It causes the waves to crash against the shoreline, the wind to blow, and your heart to beat without your prompting. It turns an acorn into an oak tree. It makes the grass grow. How can you possibly believe you dont have the power to live a fulfilling life when you were born of the same unwavering energy that holds the planets in space? This is creation on a small scale. So what is the image you have for your life? Following a higher power can help you realize that youre capable of building meaningful connections again. It is evenly present in all places at all times. But the truth is, following a higher power in recovery doesnt have to be based on traditional or structured religion.

;iH2Q2Jnp7dZG0$^~:&. It built the universe, causes the Earth to spin around the sun. Our rehab in San Diego is equipped with the latest technology in the industry, best people in the business, and a level of luxury not found in other detox facilities. The nature of this energy is the advancement and development of life (increase)and it lives in all, and lives in you, and is constantly seeking the enlargement of itself. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> By choosing to learn how we relate to this power and how to use it in our lives, we raise our level of knowledge and can begin to create a life we really want and enjoy. They say that we can do any of the steps that start with number 1 at any point in our step work, my favorite is step 11. However, if you decided to put a 1000-watt light bulb into the same power source, that electricity will have no problem illuminating the higher-watt bulb. in the higher power that created everything. Maybe one day Ill share at world stage the things Ive accomplished by simply putting my trust in this Force. x[[o~ADs s9H6NEKjQg. On-Line Gamers Anonymous Non-Profit All Rights Reserved, Recovering Gamers (OLGA) Forums-Open to All, -- Recovering Gamers (OLGA) Forums-Members Only, Family/Friends (OLG-Anon) Forums-Open to All, -- Family/Friends (OLG-Anon) Forums-Members Only. <> A good place to start is having conversations about whats meaningful to you. 3 0 obj It could be nature, the sun or moon, or you can even say the universe, itself. Change your mind, let it evolve with the day. Get ready to let your light shine! Addiction will show up at your door with both barrels blazing and its up to us as the alcoholics we are to know how to handle it appropriately. However, our Higher Power is something that will never fail us, as long as we understand that everything that happens is out of our control, and more than likely, there is a dang good reason for it, even if you dont see it right now! Ive said before that true change is up to you, regardless of your circumstances. Vq(}a Anger can be the cause of addiction. %PDF-1.5 What do I do in order to be open to my higher power? Business Motivational Speaker | Educational Speaker | Youth Motivational Speaker | Sports Motivational Speaker | Athlete Speaker | African American Motivational Speaker, Stay Updated on the latestResilience Tips and Strategies, Copyright 2014-2022 | Rodney Flowers | Game Changer Mentality | All Rights Reserved, you have the ability to give it form through the proper use of your imagination. Lets talk a little bit about some of the ways that you can harness all of your badass energies and channel them into seeking and improving that conscious contact! It is not what we were forced to believe as children, it is not what society wants it to be. As one of the first laws of the Universe, this perpetual transmutation of energy allows you to give form to the images you hold in your imagination and subconscious mind.. You also have intellect. I have been failing to go to church, and have been flip-flopping on whether or not I want to continue to define my higher power as the god I have always known. We need a higher power, and we benefit from having one, because sometimes, well to be honest a lot of the times, humans can fail us. We cant use situations or toxic people in our lives as an excuse to stay stagnant, letting our own lives slip through our fingers as the years pass. 2. That includes your life. That psychic change for many of us is being willing to stop being selfish. Your email address will not be published. Nobody wants to be victim of this disease. Sharing our experience, strength and hope to support each other to recover from problems resulting from excessive game playing. While finding a higher power is your decision, were here to help get the process started. The Life-force really works! Once you are aware of your connection to this energy, choose the path to abundance. Put your phone down for thirty seconds and try to feel your heartbeat.

Whether its religion or something like the ocean or nature, your higher power is whatever you choose to make it. Just like addiction treatment, belief in a higher power is a decision you have to make for yourself. xTZ?>j"n"%?vm;fT>NaQ57$ s"3hI`wZ4!wnupLi/ncY->k-/YhdTQ[yKRF|.kzCZF?d4qiTmu%3(=O&$}rboZRWE|^/Y: *@IyEyu2Jw^ 4 *tWCjf4-

My higher power is working in my life through my program, through the people around me, and through small acts (what I would have called coincidence before.)

Tapping into this energy will make you a stronger, happier person. Identity Shift: A Strategy On How To Elevate Your Life With Anthony Trucks, Dont Be Dumb: Driving Change By Owning Up To Your Mistakes With Robert Towle, Angela Henderson On Resilience, Diversity, And Inclusion For A Better Tomorrow, Fueling Motivation For Success Through A Strong Mindset And Fitness Goals With Russ Yeager, Reimagining Leadership For The Future With Wendy Ryan, JOIN THE GAME CHANGER MENTALITY COMMUNITY. It is what works FOR US. If you arent a religious person, the idea of a higher power being part of your addiction treatment can make you feel hesitant about moving forward. And thats what it is for many people, but it doesnt have to be. Remember, youre a spiritual being, and we know Spirit is always moving toward expansion and greater expression. But putting your faith in a higher power can actually have a positive impact on your recovery and help you regain what youve lost. My concept of my higher power is still working, but I need to work my program and continue to try to communicate with my higher power. Focus on your breathing for thirty seconds. endobj It's ok for me to have a different higher power than others because I am not anyone else's higher power, nor are they mine.

As change begins, you begin to experience what it means to harness the same energy that created you. Its something that gives you happiness and peace of mind. How is my higher power working in my life today? We all have access to this electric energy, and you can decide how bright you want your light to shine. The struggle is real, as they say! For that purpose, any higher power that we can connect to will do. A lot of people think that a higher power means God. Restore Detox Centers offers a safe and comfortable environment that is full of love and support, absent of judgment, guilt, and shame. Theres really only one rule: A higher power in recovery needs to be something that you recognize is stronger and has greater control than you. If life doesn't work well for me, it's usually because I am doing it my way and haven't ask what God's will is for me today. 1 0 obj

We can choose to let it work for us like electricity. Build up your desire for change, and then your behavior will begin to change to match it. How do you think you were formed? To learn more about our approach to drug rehab in Lorain, Ohio, contact us today. Unlike the birds and the trees, which must naturally follow Gods order (or the order of the Universe), you have the ability to choose whether to follow the Divine order of abundance and creativity. This goes along with the first one, all you need is just a willingness to believe in a power greater than yourself. Its up to you to recognize it, choose it, and use it to create the life you desire. So today I have an encouraging word to share about how you are not truly alone in the world, because there is a greater energy working for and within you. Do you believe in God? I also communicate with my HP during the day when I experience any discomfort in my day. Our goal is to provide evidence-based treatment and therapies that incorporate a higher power to help you find lasting recovery. This step can be broken down into three main chunks, Sought, Improve, Conscious. Praying is less of a request session on HP, and more of just a simple acknowledgment that you are not the Alpha and the Omega. Following a higher power can help you channel your thoughts towards staying sober. Very helpful. I also thank my HP for helping me when things go well. Is my current concept of a higher power still working? The beauty is that we humans have the unique ability to tap into that energy. Start out as small as you want, go for thirty seconds for all I care.

It causes the leaves to cascade from the trees in the Fall, and then return in the Springtime. stream Benefits of Residential Substance Abuse Treatment, There are so many different ways to meditate, means undergoing a complete psychic change. Not just for the monks and priests and nuns! It doesnt take much.

You are not only a spiritual being. It all begins with you and your awareness of its existence. However, we have the freedom of choice. My only goal is recovery from my disease(s) and to help others recover from their own disease(s). Silver Maple Recovery is a premier drug rehab center in Lorain, Ohio. A Willingness to Believe. Just think: The purpose of this Higher Power this energy Ive discussed is for the fulfillment and sustainment of life. It is constantly moving, and everything we see everything we are is the expression of this energy. This is a program where we are encouraged to find a power greater than ourselves of our own understanding. Silver Maple Recovery is Ohio Recovery Housing certified! Focus more on just the fact that you are ASKING FOR HELP from something other than yourself. This same energy that transforms a seed into a plant is the energy that formed you! If your HP is time, that is definitely something that you will never have control over. According to any 12-step program, those of us who suffer from an addiction of any kind, are not actually victims of the substance we use. Its normal to not be able to identify your higher power with a name at first. Not something we alcoholics and addicts are wired to do naturally, but living that spiritual life means undergoing a complete psychic change. 4. As you build a relationship with your higher power, you can start to feel a sense of inner peace, motivation and purpose within yourself. Your email address will not be published. What about a higher power?

Yes, everything. Its not constructive to wish for success once in a while and spend most of your days whining about your sad circumstances. I work with the very same power of Life. Through that seeking, I am going to IMPROVE that flow of communication and sense of trust that I have in my HP. I communicate to my higher power through prayer and meditation. This creative energy has the potential to lift our lives from mediocre to absolute abundance, if only we allow it. At the same time, I understand that the road can seem lonely. In the simplest terms, its a power greater than yourself. Put your phone down for thirty seconds and try to feel your heartbeat. After all, theres a reason that the second step in many 12-step programs is believing in a higher power. {HIA`["wggg[xUf.i7gZ/V[M5f)(VgRO*DBQ o~X