Addiction Quote by Anonymous
““May 20 Coming Out Of Isolation "We find ourselves doing and enjoying things that we never thought we would be doing." Basic Text, p. 98 Active addiction kept us isolated for many reasons. In the beginning, we avoided family and friends so they wouldn't find out we were using. Some of us avoided all nonaddicts, fearing moral backlash and legal repercussions. We belittled people who had "normal" lives with families and hobbies; we called them "uncool" believing we could never enjoy the simple pleasures of life. Eventually, we even avoided other addicts because we didn't want to share our drugs. Our lives narrowed, and our concerns were confined to the daily maintenance of our disease. Today, our lives are much fuller. We enjoy activities with other recovering addicts. We have time for our families. And we've discovered many other pursuits that give us pleasure. What a change from the past! We can live life just as fully as the "normal" people we once scorned. Enjoyment has returned to our lives, a gift of recovery. Just for today: I can find pleasure in the simple routines of daily living.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Basic Text, p. 98 (Recovery literature)
The passage reflects how recovery from addiction expands one’s life, allowing enjoyment of everyday activities and relationships that were once avoided.
In simple terms: Recovery opens up simple pleasures and connections.
Key Takeaway
Embrace daily routines and relationships.
Themes
recovery
joy
personal growth
relationships
life balance
Mood
hopeful
reflective
optimistic
Type
inspirational
personal
recovery
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- community meetings
- personal hobbies
- daily routines
- volunteering
Key Concepts
addiction
rehabilitation
social reintegration
mindfulness
identity reconstruction
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you sustain new pleasures?
- What daily habit brings you the most joy?
A Different Perspective
Recovery can be uneven; setbacks may revive isolation.
